Black Flag Resynced New Game+ — Richard Knight Interview Breakdown

YouTuber **JorRaptor** interviewed game director **Richard Knight** in mid-July 2026 about Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's post-launch roadmap — days after Title Update **1.0.4** shipped bug fixes and the same week Knight confirmed **New Game+** is actively in production. This guide summarizes Knight's quotes on NG+ timing, why the Shadows codebase makes the feature low-risk, whether exclusive cosmetics will return, and what players should expect while waiting. Watch the embedded interview below, then read the full New Game+ roadmap page and Patch 1.0.4 notes.

New Game+ Is Happening — No Date Yet

When JorRaptor asked directly about New Game+, Knight answered without hedging: **"Yes, we're working on that right now. For sure."** He placed NG+ at the **top of the post-launch priority list** alongside stability patches, noting the Singapore team leverages Assassin's Creed Shadows' existing New Game+ implementation as a proven foundation. Knight cautioned he **cannot promise a specific day** because production schedules remain fluid, but emphasized the mode is **"such a natural thing"** for Edward's replayable Caribbean sandbox.

Shadows Framework = Lower Risk

Knight explained Shadows already solved technical hurdles — save carry-over rules, difficulty scaling, and UI flows — so Resynced adapts rather than reinvents. That reduces engineering risk compared to building NG+ from scratch on the Anvil engine. It does **not** mean cross-progression between Shadows and Resynced; each game's New Game+ remains isolated. Players finishing Edward's campaign should expect a future menu option to restart memories with late-game Jackdaw power intact, mirroring Shadows' structure.

Exclusive Rewards Still Under Discussion

JorRaptor asked whether Resynced NG+ would include Shadows-style exclusive outfits. Knight replied **"If it's up to me, yes"** but noted production meetings still debate scope — every cosmetic needs modeling, and some require cloth simulation. He personally finds the core appeal **overpowering early-game enemies with endgame gear** rather than chasing new skins, though he wants both if time permits. Bookmark the editions page and promo codes for current free cosmetics while waiting.

What to Do While Waiting

Complete the optional A World Without Gold endgame, hunt legendary ships, finish all 45 shanties, and install Patch 1.0.4 for stable saves before NG+ arrives. Use the collectibles checklist to track completion. Other future features Knight mentioned without dates include improved hidden blade mechanics and expanded naval contracts.