The Dubai Films and Games Commission (DFGC) and Ubisoft held a midnight launch event in Dubai for Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced, a full remake of the 2013 title rebuilt on the latest version of Ubisoft’s Anvil Engine.
The event, staged ahead of the game’s global release, was the DFGC’s first public activation since the body was established under the Dubai Media Council.
The launch brought together gaming fans, cosplayers and content creators, with dedicated gameplay areas, franchise trivia and fan experiences designed around the Assassin’s Creed universe.
The original Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag attracted more than 34 million players in the 13 years since its initial release. The remake, developed by Ubisoft Singapore with involvement from members of the original team, had already accumulated more than one million wishlists across platforms before its global launch. It will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox and PC.
“Hosting the midnight launch event for Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced in partnership with Ubisoft signifies our commitment to supporting the growth of Dubai’s gaming ecosystem and creating opportunities for creators, industry leaders and gaming communities to connect. The collaborations we are forging with global industry leaders such as Ubisoft are designed to advance our strategy to strengthen Dubai’s position as a global hub for gaming, which has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing creative industries. This event also reflects our broader vision of building a vibrant and sustainable gaming ecosystem that attracts talent, fosters innovation and contributes to the growth of Dubai’s creative economy,” Faisal Kazim, Games Commissioner, Dubai Films and Games Commission said in a statement.
“We are incredibly excited to be working with the Dubai Films and Games Commission on the launch of Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced. Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag has surpassed 34 million players since originally launching in 2013, and this renewed and faithfully enhanced remake features stunning visuals, upgraded gameplay, and new content. The iconic solo pirate adventure returns,” Gareth Evans, Territory Director, Ubisoft added.
The DFGC operates under the Dubai Media Council and its remit covers both the film and games sectors. The Black Flag launch is an early signal of how the commission intends to engage with global publishers and build community around Dubai’s gaming scene.
