The wait is almost over. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is launching today, July 9, and if you're already watching that download bar, you'll want to know exactly when the servers flip open in your part of the world.
Here's the lowdown on every confirmed launch window, plus a quick note on preloading that could save you a frustrating wait.
PC launch times by region
On PC, Black Flag Resynced does not follow a simultaneous global unlock. The release is staggered based on your timezone, so knowing your window matters. Here's the full breakdown:
| Region | Launch Time |
|---|---|
| West Coast US | 7:00 AM PDT |
| East Coast US | 10:00 AM EDT |
| United Kingdom | 3:00 PM BST |
| Europe | 4:00 PM CEST |
| Australia | 12:00 AM AEST (July 10) |
| New Zealand | 2:00 AM NZDT (July 10) |
PC players in Australia and New Zealand technically get their unlock on July 10 local time, though it's the same global release window.
Preload is live, and the file size matters
The preload went live on July 7, and it's available on both PC and console right now. The key here is that Black Flag Resynced requires 65 GB of storage, which is a meaningful chunk. If you haven't started downloading yet, get that going immediately so you're not sitting out the first hour of your regional window waiting on a progress bar.
Steam users can grab the preload directly from the store page. The game will unlock automatically at the times listed above without needing to restart the client.
What Resynced actually changes from the 2013 original
This isn't just a resolution bump on Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. The remake brings reworked combat, new quests, pets, improved ship battles, and a visual overhaul that makes the Caribbean feel genuinely alive again. For a full rundown of every meaningful difference between Resynced and the 2013 original, the complete changes breakdown guide covers the combat rework, tailing mission changes, and everything in between.
The studio behind Resynced is the same team that spent nearly a decade on Skull and Bones, which makes this a full-circle moment for a group that spent years in the shadow of the game they're now rebuilding.
Pro tip: if you're jumping in on PC and want to confirm which storefronts and platforms are supported before purchasing, the platform availability guide has everything confirmed ahead of launch.
