Ubisoft has been making headlines quite a bit lately, more than it typically does. After the delay of Assassin's Creed Shadows, new information has surfaced about the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake, which is codenamed Obsidian. This remake was initially set to launch in November 2025. However, with the delay of AC Shadows pushed to February 2025, this could affect the timeline for the Black Flag project. According to Marc-Alexis Côté, the executive producer, the delay of Shadows won't just have an impact on the Black Flag remake; it will also alter Ubisoft’s overall Assassin’s Creed release strategy. There are around 10 titles planned for the next five years, if we trust the report from Insider Gaming.
Gameplay Insights
Insider Gaming has also reported that they managed to obtain gameplay footage from the Black Flag Remake. The footage features Edward Kenway, the pirate protagonist from AC Black Flag, who is sailing using an enhanced Anvil Engine. This suggests that the game is progressing well in development. Even though Ubisoft's schedule has been shifting, it seems the Black Flag Remake could possibly launch sooner than anticipated, according to some sources.
Future Prospects
The development of the Black Flag Remake, along with other projects like the mobile game Assassin’s Creed Jade, indicates that Ubisoft is still dedicated to its flagship franchise. This is notable, especially as the company faces some challenges, including a drop in stock prices, with Tencent and the Guillemot Family considering a buyout. It's likely that some of the upcoming Assassin's Creed release dates may undergo changes in the near future. Fans should look out for more information about the adjusted timeline soon, but for now, it’s uncertain if Ubisoft can regain its footing after Star Wars: Outlaws did not perform well in the market.
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