Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced hasn’t set sail yet, but it’s already doing better than Shadows on Steam
The upcoming Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced remake is generating significant commercial momentum before its July 9th launch, demonstrating strong consumer interest in the reimagined version of Ubisoft’s 2013 seafaring adventure. According to market analysis data, the PC remake has accumulated over 300,000 pre-order units on Steam, translating to approximately $14 million in gross revenue—a remarkable figure for a game that hasn’t yet released.
The pre-order performance substantially outpaces last year’s Assassin’s Creed Shadows, with Resynced selling 5.39 times more copies on Steam during the same pre-release window. This stark contrast highlights the commercial appeal of revisiting a legacy title compared to the reception of the latest mainline entry in the franchise. The strong pre-order numbers suggest robust demand for the remake, which brings Edward Kenway’s piratical adventures to modern platforms with updated graphics and gameplay mechanics.
The disparity reflects both nostalgia for the original Black Flag and potential disappointment with Shadows, signaling player preferences within the Assassin’s Creed community. As the franchise navigates multiple projects and evolving player expectations, Resynced’s early commercial success indicates that remakes of beloved entries may represent a significant strategic opportunity for Ubisoft moving forward.