Ubisoft has confirmed that a remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is currently in development. The confirmation came as part of a broader update outlining Ubisoft’s plans for the Assassin’s Creed franchise over the next few years. The update included new artwork and an updated logo connected to the remake, signaling that one of the series’ most well-known titles is being revisited.
The announcement was included alongside several updates about the direction of the franchise. Ubisoft explained that multiple Assassin’s Creed projects are currently in development across different teams, with each game focusing on a different type of experience within the series. The company also shared comments from Jean Guesdon, who recently returned to the franchise and now serves as Head of Content.
According to Ubisoft, the goal is to expand the Assassin’s Creed universe through a variety of projects while maintaining the historical settings and storytelling that define the series. The Black Flag remake represents one part of that broader plan as Ubisoft continues developing both new titles and updates for existing games
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Turns One
Ubisoft also reflected on the first year of Assassin's Creed Shadows since its release. Over the past year, the game has received multiple updates that introduced new features and improvements based on player feedback. Ubisoft said many of these adjustments were influenced by ongoing conversations with players and creators within the community.
One of the updates highlighted by Ubisoft involved refinements to the parkour system. The development team worked with players through both online discussions and in-person sessions to better understand how movement mechanics could be improved. These changes were introduced through updates that aimed to make traversal feel smoother and more responsive.
To mark the game’s anniversary, Ubisoft scheduled a livestream on its official Twitch channel that will focus on the latest update for Shadows. The event will also reveal the winners of the Parkour Challenge and include community giveaways. Ubisoft also confirmed that the game is entering the final phase of its support cycle, meaning updates will continue but will arrive less frequently moving forward.
Black Flag Remake Brings Back a Classic
The confirmation of the Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag remake was one of the most notable announcements in Ubisoft’s update. While the company did not reveal gameplay details, it did share new artwork and a redesigned logo connected to the project. These early materials suggest that Ubisoft is preparing to bring the pirate-themed entry back with updated visuals and modern technology.
Originally released in 2013, Black Flag introduced players to the story of Edward Kenway and took place across a large open-world version of the Caribbean. The game combined traditional Assassin’s Creed stealth mechanics with naval exploration and ship combat, allowing players to command their own vessel while exploring islands and coastal cities.
The title quickly became one of the most recognizable entries in the series due to its open-world structure and naval gameplay systems. While Ubisoft has not confirmed how much the remake will change from the original version, revisiting Black Flag shows the company’s continued interest in updating earlier Assassin’s Creed games for modern platforms.
Ubisoft Confirms Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake
New Assassin’s Creed Games in Development
Ubisoft also used the update to discuss several new Assassin’s Creed projects currently in development. One of these is Codename Hexe, a narrative-focused title being developed by Ubisoft Montreal. The company describes the game as a darker Assassin’s Creed experience set during a significant historical period, though specific details about the setting have not yet been revealed.
Jean Guesdon confirmed that he is serving as Creative Director for Codename Hexe while continuing his role as Head of Content for the franchise. Ubisoft explained that the development team is taking time to deliver the project’s intended vision, which means the studio will remain quiet about the game until it is ready to share more information.
Another project in development is Codename Invictus, a multiplayer-focused Assassin’s Creed experience. The game is being led by developers who previously worked on the competitive systems of For Honor. Ubisoft said the project is following a test-and-learn development approach, meaning player feedback will play an important role as the game evolves.
What’s Next for the Assassin’s Creed Franchise
In addition to upcoming titles, Ubisoft also confirmed that several other Assassin’s Creed projects are in development at different stages. This includes the mobile game Assassin's Creed Jade, which aims to bring the series’ historical exploration and gameplay systems to mobile platforms. Ubisoft also noted that it is exploring ways to reintroduce cooperative gameplay into the franchise.
The company also emphasized that maintaining older Assassin’s Creed titles remains important. As part of this effort, Ubisoft announced that Assassin's Creed Unity will receive a free update enabling 60 frames per second performance on modern consoles. The update will be available on PlayStation 5 as well as Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S.
Outside of video games, Ubisoft confirmed that the Assassin’s Creed universe will also expand into television. A live-action series is currently in development for Netflix, and the company indicated that more information about the project will be shared soon. Together, these announcements show that Ubisoft plans to continue expanding the Assassin’s Creed franchise across multiple platforms in the coming years.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is an Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake confirmed?
Yes. Ubisoft confirmed that a remake of Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag is currently in development and revealed artwork and branding for the project.
When will the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake release?
Ubisoft has not announced a release date yet. More details about the remake are expected to be revealed later.
What is Codename Hexe in Assassin’s Creed?
Codename Hexe is an upcoming Assassin’s Creed game developed by Ubisoft Montreal. It is described as a darker and more narrative-focused entry in the franchise.
What is Codename Invictus?
Codename Invictus is a multiplayer Assassin’s Creed project focused on competitive PvP gameplay and is being developed by a team that previously worked on For Honor.
Is there an Assassin’s Creed Netflix series?
Yes. Ubisoft confirmed that a live-action Assassin’s Creed series is currently being developed for Netflix.
Are older Assassin’s Creed games still receiving updates?
Yes. Ubisoft announced that Assassin’s Creed Unity will receive a free 60 FPS update for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
