Statue Maker Hints at Possible Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag Remake
Ubisoft’s strategy to modernize classic Assassin’s Creed titles has reportedly pushed the Black Flag project into 2026 to avoid overlapping with AC Shadows.
Overview
- Pure Arts hosts signaled changes to Edward Kenway’s upcoming statue during a June livestream, prompting speculation about an unannounced Black Flag remake.
- CEO Yves Guillemot previously confirmed Ubisoft’s interest in revisiting fan-favorite Assassin’s Creed games, with Black Flag widely viewed as a prime candidate.
- Insider Gaming’s Tom Henderson reported the remake’s original 2025 release window may have slipped into 2026.
- Ubisoft’s focus on remaking older titles includes confirmed projects like Splinter Cell and Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, underscoring company commitment to revivals.
- No official announcement has been made, and details about the remake’s features, setting or gameplay remain unconfirmed.