Ubisoft has officially revealed the global preload and release schedule for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
Release Date: July 09, 2026
Genres: Adventure
Whether you’re playing on PC, PlayStation 5, or Xbox Series X|S, here’s exactly when you’ll be able to start your pirate adventure.
TL;DR – Release Times
- Xbox Series X|S preload is already live.
- PS5 preload begins at midnight local time on July 7.
- PC preload starts at 2 PM UTC on July 7.
- Console versions unlock at midnight local time on July 7.
- PC launches globally at 10 AM ET / 7 AM PT / 3 PM BST.
- The game launches on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
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Preload Schedule
Players can already begin downloading the game on Xbox Series X|S, while PlayStation 5 and PC users will have to wait a little longer before preloading becomes available.
| Platform | Preload Time |
|---|---|
| Xbox Series X|S | Available now |
| PlayStation 5 | 12:00 AM local time — July 7 |
| PC | 2:00 PM UTC — July 7 |
Worth Knowing: PC preloads are available through Ubisoft Connect, Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Global Release Times
Console players receive the game at midnight local time, regardless of region. PC players follow a synchronized global launch, meaning availability depends on your time zone.
Cloud gaming platforms GeForce NOW and Blacknut follow the same release schedule as the PC version.
Global Launch Time by Region
| Region | PC | PS5 / Xbox Series X|S |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles (PDT) | 7:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| Mexico City | 8:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| São Paulo | 11:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| London (BST) | 3:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
| Paris (CEST) | 4:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
| Johannesburg | 4:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
| Abu Dhabi | 6:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
| Shanghai | 10:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
| Seoul | 11:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
| Tokyo | 11:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
| Sydney | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
What’s Changed in Black Flag Resynced?
Alongside upgraded visuals and gameplay improvements, Ubisoft has confirmed that the original multiplayer mode and the first-person modern-day gameplay have been removed from the remake.
Instead, development has focused on expanding the single-player adventure with gameplay improvements, additional story content, modernized systems and a rebuilt Caribbean world designed for current-generation hardware.
If you’re planning to jump in on launch day, preloading the game is highly recommended – especially on PC, where the game unlocks simultaneously worldwide rather than at midnight local time.