The anticipation is building as reports suggest a remake of Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag is on the horizon. Fans of the series might not have long to wait, as rumors hint at a launch just a few months away. This potential release could see players once again sailing the seas with Edward Kenway, the charismatic pirate-turned-assassin.
Ubisoft’s Upcoming Surprise
Ubisoft’s recent financial disclosures have teased an unannounced game scheduled to debut before the fiscal year concludes in March 2026. Reports speculate that this mystery title is indeed the long-awaited remake of the 2013 classic, Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag. Originally renowned for its exhilarating sea battles and exploration elements, this game laid the groundwork for Ubisoft’s later nautical adventures, despite the challenges faced by the standalone Skull & Bones.
Rumors and Revelations
The speculation surrounding this remake first surfaced in June 2023. By June 2025, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot had alluded to potential remakes, without specifying titles. The excitement was further fueled when actor Matt Ryan, the voice behind Edward Kenway, hinted at a return to the high seas. Although this revelation was met with legal warnings from Ubisoft, it only heightened fan anticipation.
Expected Features and Launch
In September, details emerged about significant changes in the remake. Sources claim that the modern-day sequences, previously criticized, will be stripped away in favor of more Edward Kenway content. Additionally, the game is expected to feature the RPG elements introduced in later Assassin’s Creed titles such as Origins, Odyssey, Valhalla, and the latest, Shadows. Reports indicate a launch ‘the week of March 23’, neatly aligning with the end of Ubisoft’s fiscal year. An official reveal could occur at The Game Awards on December 11, 2025, where more insights into this remake and possibly the Prince of Persia remake are anticipated.
Reports suggest the Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag remake will launch ‘the week of March 23’, just before the fiscal year ends.