Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced is Ubisoft’s remake of Assassin’s Creed 4, releasing on July 9, 2026, at 2 PM UTC for PC and local midnight time for consoles. Edward Kenway prepares to sail the Caribbean again on this adventure built from the ground up with Ubisoft’s Anvil engine. Both new and longtime fans can’t wait to start playing the game, but the exact release schedule can get complicated depending on the platform of your choice. To make things simpler for you, here are the global release times for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced for consoles, PC, and cloud gaming platforms.
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Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Global Release Times
Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced officially launches on Thursday, July 9, 2026, across PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and various cloud gaming platforms like GeForce Now and Blacknut. Ubisoft has deployed a split rollout schedule for this release: console players are tied to a regional midnight launch, while PC players face a synchronized global countdown.
If you’re wondering what these timings look like for your timezone, here’s a table to help you keep track of the AC4 Resynced release.
Region/Timezone
PC / GeForce Now / Blacknut
Consoles (PS5 / Xbox)
Los Angeles, USA (PDT)
7:00 AM on July 9, 2026
12:00 AM on July 9, 2026 (Local Midnight)
New York, USA (EDT)
10:00 AM on July 9, 2026
Brazil (BRT)
11:00 AM on July 9, 2026
United Kingdom (BST)
3:00 PM on July 9, 2026
Germany (CEST)
4:00 PM on July 9, 2026
Russia (MSK)
5:00 PM on July 9, 2026
United Arab Emirates (UTC+4)
6:00 PM on July 9, 2026
Pakistan (PKT)
7:00 PM on July 9, 2026
India (IST)
7:30 PM on July 9, 2026
China, Singapore, Hong Kong (CN)
10:00 PM on July 9, 2026
Japan (JST)
11:00 PM on July 9, 2026
Australia (AEST)
12:00 AM on July 10, 2026
Auckland, NZ (NZST)
2:00 AM on July 10, 2026
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Frequently Asked Questions
Preload & Download Size
The preloads will become available across all the platforms 48 hours ahead of the official release. The file size/install size for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake is estimated to be around 65 GB. The Preload schedule is as follows:
- PC: The preload will go live on PC 48 hours before the release. So, players will be able to preload AC Black Flag Resynced on July 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM UTC (7:00 AM PDT / 10:00 AM EDT / 3:00 PM BST).
- PS5: Similar to PC timings mentioned above, the PS5’s preload time will also happen 48 hours before release, i.e., on July 7, 2026, at 12:00 AM (Midnight).
- Xbox: Unlike the other two platforms, Xbox players will have already preloaded the game, as the preload has been available to them since June 22, 2026.
Can You Use the ‘New Zealand Trick’ to Play Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Early?
Yes, console players will be able to play AC4 Black Flag Resynced early by using the ‘New Zealand’ glitch. This is because the console version of the game follows a midnight release schedule, and players with New Zealand as their storefront’s region can play on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 12:00 PM UTC (5:00 AM PDT / 8:00 AM EDT), nearly a full day ahead of the standard local release time.
Here’s a detailed method on how you can use the ‘New Zealand’ trick to play AC4 Resynced early.
Xbox Series X|S
The process is quite straightforward on an Xbox Series X|S console.
- Preload the game.
- Go to Settings > System.
- Enter Language & Location settings.
- Select “New Zealand” under location.
- Choose to restart the console, and it’ll successfully switch to the NZ region.
PlayStation 5
The process is a bit difficult on the PlayStation 5 console, but it is possible.
- Create or log in to your PSN account with ‘New Zealand’ selected as its region.
- Get ‘New Zealand’ PSN Gift Cards (NZD) and purchase AC Black Flag Resynced on that account.
- After purchasing and preloading, head to Settings > Users and Accounts > Other > Console Sharing and Offline Play and select Enable.
- Now safely switch back to your main account, and you’ll be able to start playing the game one day ahead of the official release schedule.
Is AC Black Flag Resynced a Remaster or a Remake? (What’s New)
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is a remake of the original AC4, built from the ground up on Ubisoft’s latest Anvil engine. The game features several enhanced features, including an expanded campaign and new side quests, while maintaining the authentic feel of the original iconic entry. The game also features a fully customizable HUD featuring RPG-style health and defense bars to help players read the new parry and defense mechanics. However, the multiplayer mode from the original AC4 has been completely removed from the remake.
Steam Deck Compatibility
Yes. Ubisoft has confirmed that AC4 Resynced features full Steam Deck Verified status on day one, fully optimized for a stable 30 frames per second at native resolution on handheld hardware.
PS5 Pro Enhancements
Yes, AC4 Black Flag Resynced will feature several PlayStation 5 Pro features, including the latest PSSR 2.0 support, uncompromised Ray Tracing, and Advanced Strand-Based hair simulation.
Released
July 9, 2026
ESRB
Mature 17+ / Blood, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Use of Alcohol, Violence / In-Game Purchases, Users Interact
