Ubisoft has officially confirmed the release date for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, a modernized version of the 2013 action-adventure title. The updated release is scheduled for July 9 and will be available on current-generation consoles and PC. The project is developed by Ubisoft Singapore in collaboration with members of the original development team, using an upgraded version of the Anvil engine.
The new version brings back the story of Edward Kenway with a range of technical and gameplay improvements. Ubisoft has focused on enhancing core systems, including combat, stealth, and naval mechanics. Ship battles have been reworked for smoother controls and more responsive engagement, while stealth gameplay has received refinements aimed at offering more consistent enemy behavior and detection logic. Parkour movement has also been adjusted, alongside the introduction of more dynamic environmental interactions and weather systems.
On the visual side, Black Flag Resynced features updated assets, improved textures, and rebuilt lighting using ray-traced global illumination and reflections. Water simulation, a key part of the original game’s identity, has been fully reworked to better reflect modern rendering techniques. These upgrades aim to improve both open-sea exploration and coastal environments without changing the original structure of the game world.
Console performance has also been a key focus. The game will run on both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro with multiple display options. Players will be able to choose between a 60 FPS Performance mode, a 30 FPS Fidelity mode, and a 40 FPS Balanced mode, the latter requiring a 120 Hz display for optimal use. The same optimization targets are expected on Xbox Series X|S hardware.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced – PC System Requirements
| Tier | Target Performance | CPU | GPU | RAM | Storage | Settings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum | 1080p @30FPS | Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 | NVIDIA GTX 1660 / AMD RX 5500 XT | 16GB | 65GB SSD | Low |
| Recommended | 1080p @60FPS | Intel Core i5-10600K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 | NVIDIA RTX 3060 / AMD RX 6600 XT | 16GB | 65GB SSD | Medium |
| High | 1440p @60FPS | Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X (class equivalent) | NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT | 16GB | 65 GB SSD | High |
| Ultra | 4K @60FPS | Intel Core i7-12700K / AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D | NVIDIA RTX 4090 / AMD RX 7900 XTX | 16GB | 65 GB SSD | Ultra |
The game will launch across Ubisoft Store, Epic Games Store, and Steam, and will also support cloud streaming via GeForce Now. The Standard Edition is priced at $59.99 / €59.99.
Ubisoft will also offer multiple editions at launch. The Deluxe Edition includes additional character and naval packs, while the Collector’s Edition comes with physical items such as an Edward Kenway figurine, a SteelBook case, a cloth map, and a metal brooch. Pre-orders include the Blackbeard’s Crimson Pack, featuring themed cosmetics and weapon sets.
