Cut Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced epilogue scene, that could hint at fresh 18th century stabby hijinks, allegedly taken down by Ubisoft following datamin
Ubisoft allegedly removed a newly discovered epilogue scene from Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced that hinted at future 18th-century Assassin adventures.
A recently datamined epilogue scene for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced shows protagonist Edward Kenway meeting a British Assassin leader named Miko in a tavern. Miko references the death of a king, likely George I of Great Britain, who died in 1727, placing the scene between the events of Black Flag and its expansion Freedom Cry. The dialogue suggests a call for global Assassin assistance, with speculation that Freedom Cry’s protagonist Adéwalé might play a role. Observers interpret the scene as a potential tease for future Assassin’s Creed content set in the 18th century.
Ubisoft reportedly removed the scene following its discovery, possibly to avoid misinterpretation about upcoming projects. The company may have acted after dataminers uncovered the content, which could have implied multiple new Assassin’s Creed games were in development. The removal raises questions about whether the scene was intended as Easter egg content or a subtle hint at future narratives. Players who have already completed the Resynced version may need to replay the epilogue to see if it remains absent.
The scene’s context places Edward Kenway’s post-Black Flag timeline between 1725 and his death in 1735, a period not fully explored in existing games or the 2012 novel Assassin’s Creed: Forsaken. Speculation suggests the scene could bridge gaps in Kenway’s story, potentially leading to new expansions or games set in the 18th century. However, the South Korean webtoon Assassin’s Creed: Forgotten Temple already explores Kenway’s post-Black Flag adventures in Southeast Asia, complicating the narrative possibilities.
The datamining and subsequent removal of the scene highlight the challenges Ubisoft faces in balancing fan service with official announcements. Players reviewing Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced may encounter differing versions of the epilogue depending on when they completed the game. The incident underscores the impact of datamining on game development and marketing strategies.