Ubisoft has finally broken its silence on the swirling rumors surrounding the much-anticipated remake of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag. And how did they choose to address this buzz? With a clever nod to the gaming world through a meme from Grand Theft Auto, of course!
In a recent interaction on social media, the official Assassin's Creed account responded to a post that showcased images of a supposed Edward Kenway figurine linked to the upcoming Black Flag Remake. The original post detailed that "A guy on Vinted is selling a brand new Edward Kenway figurine and claims it’s releasing this year," accompanied by visuals of the statue that caught many fans' attention.
Ubisoft’s reply featured one of the most iconic memes from Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, depicting the main character CJ walking away with an expression of frustration while muttering, "Ah sh*t, here we go again." This humorous response certainly aligns with the playful tone often embraced by the gaming community.
As for the figurine itself, the base prominently displays logos for both Ubisoft and PureArts, along with a copyright marking set for 2026. This statue is merely one piece of evidence supporting the theory that Ubisoft is on the verge of re-releasing the beloved pirate-themed installment of the Assassin's Creed series.
Beyond this collectible, there have been several other intriguing developments hinting at the remake's existence. For instance, the suspicious re-uploading of the Black Flag sea shanties on YouTube raised eyebrows, although Ubisoft attempted to downplay this by attributing it to "technical issues." Additionally, last August, voice actor Matt Ryan, known for his portrayal of Edward Kenway in Black Flag, revealed that Ubisoft took legal action against him after he playfully hinted at the remake during a fan convention. Moreover, a PEGI listing for something titled Black Flag Resynced was spotted in December, further fueling speculation about the project.
Initially, there were hints that Ubisoft planned to unveil the Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake as early as this April. However, in a surprising turn of events, the company recently announced the closure of two studios and the cancellation of six projects, including the much-awaited Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake. This restructuring initiative is expected to delay seven games in total, with the Black Flag remake likely being one of them.
As the gaming community eagerly awaits more updates, one can't help but wonder: What does the future hold for these beloved franchises? Will the anticipated remake live up to the expectations set by its predecessors? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
