Edward Kenway statue sparks new Black Flag Remake speculation

The long-running saga surrounding the rumored Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag remake has entered yet another chapter, and Ubisoft seems unable to escape the ongoing flood of leaks. With the publisher facing layoffs, studio closures, and multiple project cancellations — including the remake of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time — fans have been paying even closer attention to anything hinting at the return of Edward Kenway. And this week delivered one of the clearest signs yet.

A newly discovered Edward Kenway statue appeared on January 27, listed on the resale platform Vinted, and it immediately caught the attention of fans and leakers. The detailed 35 cm figure shows the pirate-turned-assassin lounging atop a treasure chest, pistol and cutlass in hand, with the iconic hybrid pirate–Assassin flag flowing behind him. Close-up images reveal official Ubisoft and PureArts logos, along with a copyright mark dated 2026 — suggesting the figure is tied to upcoming promotional efforts.

Ubisoft Finally Responds… With a GTA Meme

In a rare moment of self-aware humor, the official Assassin’s Creed social account acknowledged the leak by replying with the famous “Ah sh*t, here we go again” meme from Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. It’s the first direct nod from Ubisoft after months of reuploaded sea shanties, suspicious trademarks like “Black Flag Resynced,” and even legal friction with voice actor Matt Ryan after he hinted at the remake’s existence.

While some insiders once claimed the remake was targeting an early 2026 launch, Ubisoft’s recent restructuring reportedly pushed multiple projects into later development cycles. One of those delayed titles is believed to be the Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag remake — though the steady drip of merchandise, corporate filings, and social media winks makes it clear that something is coming.

Even with uncertainty surrounding release dates, excitement for both the Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag remake continues to grow. And if you can't wait to dive back into Kenway's adventure , you can always use our price comparator to find the best deal for Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag across all major platforms to revisit the classic experience.