Ubisoft has officially confirmed that Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced will release on July 9. This is a refreshed version of the 2013 game, now rebuilt for modern systems with improved visuals and smoother gameplay.

The project is being handled by Ubisoft Singapore, along with support from some original developers. The goal is simple: bring Edward Kenway’s story back with better performance and modern features.

The new version uses an updated Anvil engine. Players can expect improved lighting, sharper textures, and more realistic environments. The game also adds ray-traced lighting and reflections, along with better water effects that look more natural during naval battles.

The Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced gameplay has also been improved. Combat feels more refined, stealth has been enhanced, and parkour movement is smoother. Naval combat, which was a key part of the original game, has also been reworked. Weather and world interactions are now more dynamic, making the world feel more alive.

On consoles, the game will offer different modes. Players can choose between 60 FPS for smoother gameplay, 30 FPS for better visual quality, or a balanced 40 FPS mode for those using a 120 Hz display.

For PC players, Ubisoft has shared detailed system requirements. The game needs 16 GB of RAM and at least 65 GB of SSD storage across all setups.

For basic play at 1080p and 30 FPS on low settings, players will need a Core i7-8700K or Ryzen 5 3600 with a GTX 1660 or RX 5500 XT.

For smoother 1080p gaming at 60 FPS on medium settings, a Core i5-10600K or Ryzen 5 3600 with an RTX 3060 or RX 6600 XT is recommended.

For 1440p at 60 FPS on high settings, the requirements jump to RTX 3080 or RX 6800 XT.

For 4K gaming at 60 FPS on ultra settings, high-end hardware like RTX 4090 or RX 7900 XTX is needed, paired with a Core i7-12700K or Ryzen 7 5700X3D.

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced launch

The game will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. It will be available through Ubisoft Store, Epic Games Store, and Steam. Cloud gaming support through GeForce Now will also be included.

The standard edition is priced at $59.99. There will also be Deluxe and Collector’s Editions. Players who pre-order the game will receive Blackbeard’s Crimson Pack, which includes a new outfit, swords, and pistols for Edward.

With better graphics, improved gameplay, and strong system support, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced looks set to give both new and old players a fresh reason to return.