Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remaster Tops Charts, Pokemon GO Turns 10
Tuesday’s gaming news roundup brings major updates across multiple franchises, with Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag Memory Reset topping sales charts ahead of its July 9 launch, Bethesda’s Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered physical edition selling out on Switch 2, and Nintendo revealing combat details for the new Fire Emblem title. Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag Memory Reset has surged 74 positions globally to reach third place on PC platform sales charts, while in the China region it has climbed to second place, trailing only Cyberpunk 2077. The remaster preserves the original naval combat and sailing mechanics while upgrading visuals, UI, and adding full Chinese voice acting.
With two days remaining until its official July 9 launch, pre-orders for Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag Memory Reset have exploded on the PC platform. The classic 2013 title has been remastered with significant upgrades to water effects and lighting systems. PlayStation 5 players can now pre-load the game, with the download size clocking in at approximately 61.45GB under version number 01.002.064. The game is set to unlock at midnight Beijing time on July 9, allowing players to step back into the boots of Edward Kenway and sail the Caribbean aboard the Jackdaw.
Bethesda’s decision to include a complete game card in the Switch 2 physical deluxe edition of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has sparked a buying frenzy. Unlike many modern physical releases that contain only download codes, this version requires no additional download of the game itself. Major online retailers have already sold out of their stock, with only a few smaller outlets still holding limited inventory. The move has resonated strongly with collectors and players with limited internet access, proving that physical game cards still hold significant value in an increasingly digital market.
Nintendo and Intelligent Systems have revealed core combat mechanics for the new Fire Emblem title, Thousand Threads (Wan Lu Qian Si). Set in the Daguzha Empire, players will choose from four protagonists, each experiencing a different story path. The combat system returns to classic weapon triangle mechanics featuring swords, lances, axes, bows, and gauntlets, while introducing limited-use magic attacks effective against heavy armor units. The game launches September 17, 2026. Meanwhile, Niantic has announced a secret tenth anniversary livestream for Pokemon GO on Thursday, July 9, promising a celebration for both new and veteran players. While details remain under wraps, the event may reveal future plans for the franchise. With multiple major releases converging this week, it is shaping up to be an exciting period for gamers across genres and platforms.
