While Ubisoft has yet to officially announce a modern reimagining of 2013’s seafaring masterpiece, Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, the company is finding it increasingly difficult to suppress the rising tide of speculation. Between leaked conceptual art and various credible insider reports, the project has long felt like an open secret. Now, Ubisoft has essentially confirmed the rumors with a direct, nautical-themed teaser.
In a recent franchise-wide update, Jean Guesdon—the newly appointed Head of Content and original creative director for Black Flag—alluded to the long-rumored remake. Addressing the fans, Guesdon invoked the series’ iconic mantra before pivoting to some very specific wordplay.
“Speculation surrounding Assassin’s Creed is nothing new, but it bears repeating: ‘Nothing is true. Everything is permitted,'” Guesdon wrote. “However, in this instance, some whispers have a little more wind in their sails. Keep your spyglass on the horizon.” 🦜
The inclusion of a parrot emoji at the end of the statement leaves little room for doubt. It is a blatant nod to the Golden Age of Piracy and Edward Kenway’s Caribbean adventures. Given the direct nature of this tease, it’s highly probable that a formal reveal is closer than we think.
As we wait for the official trailer to drop, you can revisit the legacy of the series by checking out the original Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag review or dive into the franchise’s latest chapter with our Assassin’s Creed Shadows review.
What features are you most excited to see in a potential Black Flag remake? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
