90
All the distinguishing features of the series – the Templars, parkour and brutal assassinations – are here, but now they are not the core, they are just elements of the best pirate game ever, of a Red Dead Redemption at sea. [13/2013, p.52]
90
Black Flag is a remarkably new take on the series, and I would go as far to say it’s the finest entry we’ve seen to date.
85
With the new Assassin’s Creed we find ourselves in the Caribbean with a new main character called Edward Kenway. Black Flag focuses on the sea battles we saw in the third game and continues with this, with some new additions. Overall, you’ll be busy for a while – 40 hours, give or take – but the story isn’t that compelling.
10
[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]
8
AC Black Flag wäre für mich eine 9/10 wenn es keine Schiffskämpfe geben würde weil außer die Schiffskämpfe ist alles gut aber bei der Story muss ich sagen, dass ich mich zwar an die wichtigsten Abschnitte erinnern kann aber nicht an alles deswegen gebe ich es eine 8/10.
10
Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag is the ultimate pirate fantasy. Naval combat is thrilling, exploration is rewarding, and sailing the Caribbean with your crew singing sea shanties is unforgettable. Edward Kenway’s character arc adds surprising emotional depth, and the open world is packed with meaningful content. A masterpiece and one of the best entries in the series.
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag
Released On:
Oct 29, 2013
Metascore
Generally Favorable
88
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8.3
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Oct 29, 2013
100
While Black Flag feels very much like an Assassin's Creed game, its gameplay reminds me more of Sid Meier's Pirates! wrought in glorious 3D. As in that classic game, you are free to sail wherever your heart desires, and be as dastardly or as benign as you like. Embodying Edward Kenway and living through his adventures on the seas, while also experiencing his struggle with Assassins and Templars alike, is pure escapist delight.
Dec 13, 2013
90
All the distinguishing features of the series – the Templars, parkour and brutal assassinations – are here, but now they are not the core, they are just elements of the best pirate game ever, of a Red Dead Redemption at sea. [13/2013, p.52]
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Feb 27, 2026
10
Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag is the ultimate pirate fantasy. Naval combat is thrilling, exploration is rewarding, and sailing the Caribbean with your crew singing sea shanties is unforgettable. Edward Kenway’s character arc adds surprising emotional depth, and the open world is packed with meaningful content. A masterpiece and one of the best entries in the series.
Oct 30, 2013
90
It has taken the gameplay of the previous games, refined it, and combined it with a huge open world that is packed with enough content to literally last for days. If you have ever wanted a proper pirate game, this is as good as it gets.
Oct 29, 2013
90
The game is stunning, and the Caribbean makes for a gorgeous setting.
Nov 7, 2013
85
We didn't like going out of the animus, the mission structure gets repetitive real fast and the framerate isn't always as solid as it should be. Nevertheless, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag offers a great and varied experience, mostly thanks to the expertly designed world you get to explore.
Nov 12, 2013
80
The seafaring aspect of Black Flag is where much of the fun lies, but things feel a little too familiar every time Kenway sets foot on land. Climb buildings, collect items, infiltrate fortresses, assassinate targets. If you've grown weary of this formula, you'll count the minutes until you're back out at sea, plundering ships, harpooning sharks and diving for sunken treasure.
Nov 8, 2013
70
Pirate fans will merrily pick this up and discover a solid purchase, but the rest might want to hold out in hopes of something different from next year’s iteration.
Feb 24, 2026
10
O melhor assassins Creed da história ,tudo nele é perfeito ,as batalhas navais ,o mundo aberto é incrível ,cheio de coisas pra fazer ,bases pra derrotar ,animais pra caçar ,a progressão do navio é ótima ,vc vendo ele melhorar ,e vc melhorando com ele ,o gerenciamento da ilha dos piratas é boa tbm ,e que personagem perfeito é Edward kenway ,o desenvolvimento do personagem ,as perdas que ele tem com o passar da história ,e um final que faz todo homem de bom coração chorar
Feb 20, 2026
7
It was really fun to pretend to be a pirate! The game was easy to jump into as a new player. The present day didn't clash super hard with simulation, but I would rather the fun part of the video game wasn't interrupted like that. It was just a good time.
Jan 8, 2026
7
Black Flag es una mezcla magnífica de PoP 3 con conceptos extraídos de Piratas del Caribe (2003), ¿se acuerdan de ese juegazo? Sigue siendo el mejor AC hasta la fecha y uno de los pocos que se salva del tedio abrumador que es la experiencia de esta saga. Como juego de piratas, trae mecánicas realmente óptimas y la ambientación es genial, contando con una experiencia de lo más interesante cuando navegamos. El problema, como sucede con la mayoría de títulos en esta saga... es que es un AC.
Apr 7, 2024
4
im playing all assassin creed but assassin creed black flag is worest assassin creed ship battle is very hard stealth is good parkour is good for my opitions this assassin creed is worest assassin creed
SummaryThe year is 1715. Pirates rule the waters of the Caribbean and have established a lawless Republic. Among these outlaws is a lethal young captain named Edward Kenway. His notorious exploits earn the respect of legends like Blackbeard, but draw him into an ancient war that may destroy everything the pirates have built for themselves.
Rated Mfor Mature
