Ubisoft Calls AC Black Flag Resynced Leaks ‘Old Internal Version’

Ubisoft has officially addressed the recent leaks regarding Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, calling the situation “unfortunate.” They clarified that the leaked footage and assets come from “an old internal version of the game,” not the current version set for release.

The leaks appeared just days before Ubisoft’s announced reveal window for Black Flag Resynced, undermining what was clearly a planned marketing strategy. Ubisoft’s response is typical damage control, but labeling it an “old internal version” aims to temper expectations based on the leaked material. This suggests that the final product could differ in appearance or gameplay.

Among the leaked information, reports from Beebom highlighted potential free DLC linked to the remaster. This caught the community’s attention, especially considering the Assassin’s Creed series’ controversial history with post-launch monetization. Players have often expressed frustration over the franchise’s DLC pricing.

This situation puts Ubisoft in a tricky spot. Their latest major release, Assassin’s Creed Shadows (March 20, 2025), has seen impressive engagement numbers: 334 million hours played and 4 billion enemies defeated in just six weeks. This success gives Ubisoft a strong reason to keep the Assassin’s Creed brand at the forefront, making a leak-tainted reveal for Black Flag Resynced especially frustrating. Additionally, the For Honor x Assassin’s Creed crossover, which debuted its official trailer via IGN, indicates that the franchise is also moving into live-service crossover territory.

Black Flag Resynced is a remaster of the beloved 2013 original, which is one of the most celebrated entries in the series. Any flaws in the leaked footage could attract a lot of scrutiny, given how well-regarded the original is. Ubisoft’s decision to address the leaked build suggests that the difference between that version and the current one is significant.

By The Numbers

AC Shadows Hours Played (first 6 weeks)	334 million
AC Shadows Enemies Defeated	4 billion
AC Shadows Cats Petted	26 million
AC Shadows Current Steam Price	$0.99
Original AC Black Flag Release Year	2013

The community’s reaction to the leaks has been skeptical. One Steam reviewer, who has logged significant hours in the franchise, warned others to “Avoid” recent Ubisoft releases. They specifically pointed to DLC costs: “If you hunt to get 100% completions, prepare to shell out $90 USD in DLC to get the last achievement for that hundo.” With hints of free DLC for Black Flag Resynced already out, players are keen to see if any paid content appears.

What To Watch

• The official reveal: Ubisoft has set a reveal date and time for Black Flag Resynced. How the final footage compares to the leaks will determine if the “old internal version” disclaimer holds up.
• Monetization structure: The leaked free DLC detail raises questions about what paid content will accompany it. Ubisoft’s post-launch content roadmap will be closely examined due to player dissatisfaction with the franchise’s DLC pricing.
• Platform and pricing: There’s been no official announcement regarding pricing or platform availability for Black Flag Resynced. With AC Shadows currently available on Steam for $0.99 during a promotional period, how Ubisoft prices this remaster will be important.