After months of whispers and leaks, Ubisoft has finally acknowledged the rumored Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake. But instead of a grand announcement, they chose a surprisingly cheeky route: responding to a fan post with a meme from Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. Yes, you read that right. The official Assassin's Creed account replied to a post showcasing a supposed Edward Kenway figurine tied to the remake with CJ's iconic line: "Ah sh*t, here we go again."
The figurine itself, spotted on Vinted, features logos for Ubisoft and PureArts, with a copyright date of 2026. And this isn’t the only clue pointing to the remake’s existence. Here’s where it gets intriguing: Ubisoft’s recent re-upload of Black Flag’s sea shanties on YouTube (blamed on “technical issues,” of course), voice actor Matt Ryan’s legal skirmish with Ubisoft after hinting at the remake, and a PEGI listing for Black Flag Resynced all paint a pretty clear picture.
But here’s where it gets controversial: While fans are eagerly awaiting the return of swashbuckling pirate Edward Kenway, Ubisoft’s recent restructuring—including studio closures and project cancellations like the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake—has cast doubt on the timeline. Originally rumored for an April release, the Black Flag remake is now believed to be among the seven delayed titles.
And this is the part most people miss: Ubisoft’s meme response, while playful, feels like a subtle confirmation. Are they trolling fans, or is this their way of saying, “We hear you, and yes, it’s happening—eventually”?
What do you think? Is Ubisoft’s meme a clever acknowledgment or a frustrating tease? And with their recent setbacks, will the Black Flag remake live up to the hype? Let us know in the comments—this is one pirate adventure we’re all eager to set sail on, delays and all.
