Summary
Skull and Boneshas had a long and rocky development cycle, being over a decade in the making. However,Skull and Bones' struggles may have made things easier for a certain heavily reported (albeit unconfirmed) remake.
Skull and Boneswas unveiled at E3 2017, but was reportedly in development as early as 2013. Starting development as an expansion forAssassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag, the project’s scope quickly became bigger and formed its own game. From there, it received delay after delay, so much so that its development has outlasted the lifetime of Google Stadia—a platform that was going to receive a port of the title. Everything about it has changed time and again, including its setting.
Skull And Bones May Have Paddled So A Black Flag Remake Could Swim
Ubisoft’s open-world pirate adventure looks to finally be leaving the port, withSkull and Bonesprimed to release on February 15. However, the title will now inevitably be withered by time; it’s partially the product of a gaming culture found a decade in the past, conceived when the 8th generation of consoles was just beginning. In addition to potentially being dated, its development has sailed through the stormy waters of Ubisoft scandals, has seen creative leads come and go, and will be choc-a-bloc with all the live-service trappings that gamers have long grown weary of. I
That doesn’t mean Skull and Bones was, is, or will be all for naught, however, as its release could still surprise fans. If it doesn’t, it could still benefit the game that ideated it.A remake ofAssassin’s Creed 4: Black Flaghas long been making rounds in the rumor mill. Though nothing’s been confirmed, said rumors are pointing toward Ubisoft Singapore, the team behindSkull and Bones, being the studio behind it. If this is the case,Skull and Bonesmight just be whatBlack Flagneeds for a refurbishment.
Skull and Bones' Look And Mechanics Could Be Grafted Onto A Black Flag Remake
Skull and Bonesalready looks to have mechanicsthat could benefit aBlack Flagremake, such as additions to ship customization. ThoughBlack Flagalready has widely-lauded ship combat, any new touch-ups fromSkull and Bonescould then be ported intoBlack Flag. While one team works onSkull and Bones, another could be moving ontoBlack Flagand taking key elements with them.
The current generation of gaming expects greater fidelity than ever before, and that’s at least one waySkull and Bonescould improveBlack Flag. Moreover, the standardization of a $70 price tag comes with the expectation that games live up to it with regard to quantity and quality of content. Taking assets and mechanics fromSkull and Boneswould let a new take onBlack Flagdo more whilst retaining a look virtually indistinct to its own.
Skull and Bones Could Get Fans Hyped Up for a Black Flag Remake
It seems strange forSkull and Bonesto stay unrelated to a title with such a similar premise by the same publisher. Indeed, the rumors of aBlack Flagremake were thought tohave killedthe latter in the cradle.WithSkull and Boneslooking to be another live service game with seasons and events, it would at least make sense to have a crossover event withBlack Flagto market the remake.
Skull and Bones
WHERE TO PLAY
Set sail into the vibrant open world of Skull and Bones, a naval online action RPG where you rise to become the most fearsome pirate kingpin.ENGAGE IN SPECTACULAR NAVAL COMBATPrepare for devastating battles by crafting a dozen different ships and equip your fleet with powerful loadouts. Unlock stronger weapons as you progress and customize your ships to reflect your unique pirate playstyle.SAIL INTO A DANGEROUS HELL IN PARADISEVoyage into the Indian Ocean and explore a vast open world teeming with cutthroat pirates, deadly sea monsters, supernatural threats, devastating storms, and more.TEAM UP WITH FELLOW PIRATESSail the lawless seas solo or team up with two friends or other players to partake in shareable contracts and rewards.ENJOY EVER-EVOLVING CONTENTEach season, face a brand-new legendary sea lord and discover fresh content, limitless endgame opportunities, and new exciting features designed to enhance your pirate experience.
