A new report suggests Ubisoft's long-rumored remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag could release as early as March 2026. The information stems from the company's delayed earnings report, which mentions an unannounced title slated for the fourth quarter of its fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. While Ubisoft has not officially confirmed the project, multiple leaks and hints point to its development.
Background on the Rumors
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, the 2013 pirate-themed entry in Ubisoft's stealth-action series, has been the subject of remake speculation since early leaks in June 2023. The original game follows Edward Kenway, a pirate who becomes entangled with the Assassin-Templar conflict, featuring naval combat and swashbuckling adventures. Recent reports indicate the remake will omit modern-day narrative sections but include additional story content, according to Insider Gaming and corroborated by Eurogamer.
Report Details
Ubisoft's fiscal report, delayed to finalize semester closing as stated by CFO Frederick Duguet, lists an unannounced game for release before March 31, 2026. Insider Gaming identifies this as the Black Flag remake, targeting the week of March 23. The report also highlights other upcoming titles like Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake and expansions for Assassin's Creed Shadows and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.
Voice actor Matt Ryan, who portrayed Edward Kenway, hinted at the remake in June 2025 during a fan interaction, prompting Ubisoft to threaten legal action. A March 2025 Pure Arts livestream and a September report from Jeuxvideo further fueled speculation by suggesting the project's existence and changes to its structure.
Ubisoft's Response and Context
Ubisoft has remained silent on the remake, with no public announcement. The company noted that the Assassin's Creed franchise, including the recently launched Shadows on March 20, 2025, has exceeded expectations despite delays and backlash. Shadows received updates like the Claws of Awaji expansion and advanced parkour options.
If the reports hold, the remake could arrive sooner than anticipated, reigniting interest in one of the series' most beloved installments.