Recent developments suggest that Ubisoft may be working on a remake of Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag, fueled by new findings from publicly available data repositories. Despite multiple hints regarding the project, the exact timing of any official announcement remains uncertain. This is particularly interesting as the game approaches its 12th anniversary. Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag is celebrated as one of the finest entries in the franchise, and reports indicate that plans for a remake were set in motion in the early 2020s.
Although the first indication of the remake surfaced in 2023, additional corroborating evidence has emerged over the past year, strengthening the case for the project. Ubisoft has also hinted at remaking titles across several of its popular franchises, indicating a broader trend in the gaming industry. Recent activity has been noted in the game’s Steam repository, signaling potential development efforts. An update related to the game’s page on Valve’s platform introduced new versions of a gameplay “microtrailer.”
This is notable for a title that has been around for 12 years, suggesting that the update may be more significant than a mere refresh of old marketing materials. Additionally, changes to several Steam content packages for the game were documented earlier this month, though specifics about these modifications remain unclear. Adding more fuel to the speculation, Canadian collectible producer PureArts teased potential developments concerning the game’s protagonist, Edward Kenway, during a recent stream. PureArts has partnered with Ubisoft for collectible figures related to various Assassin’s Creed titles.
According to analyst Tom Henderson from Insider Gaming, Ubisoft originally planned to release the remake around late 2025, but this timeline may have shifted due to delays in other projects. The release could occur in early 2026, with Gamescom 2025 potentially serving as a fitting venue for an official reveal, although Ubisoft often prefers dedicated events for announcements.