AC Black Flag Resynced: patch 1.0.4 plugs the gaps
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AC Black Flag Resynced: patch 1.0.4 plugs the gaps

Alexandre Alexandre Jollier v1.0.4
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In brief

A week after launch, AC Black Flag Resynced receives its first major patch 1.0.4, fixing the most critical bugs: cutscenes capped at 30 FPS on PC, the Jackdaw disappearing after an upgrade, and several gameplay issues. The patch also brings visual adjustments and rebalances open-world weather.

A week after its launch, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced gets its first major patch. Version 1.0.4 is now available, and the most anticipated fix on PC is undoubtedly the one for cutscenes locked at 30 FPS in the "Custom" graphics mode - a silly bug that ruined the presentation from the very first hours on the platform.

On the gameplay side, two fixes deserve attention. First, the Jackdaw that could disappear after a dockside upgrade - losing your ship in the middle of a playthrough is the kind of bug that sends a save file straight to the trash. Fixed. Then, an involuntary double jump issue with advanced parkour enabled, which completely broke immersion. Harpooning sessions also gain in smoothness: the humpback whale could no longer be dodged, and the freeze that occurred when launching a boarding action while harpooning has also been resolved.

The open world receives a few welcome cosmetic touches - floating bushes now anchored to the ground, weather that can finally turn foggy - but Ubisoft also took the opportunity to increase the proportion of sunshine and clear skies. This weather rebalancing is the only point slightly dividing the community on r/assassinscreed: some players actually enjoyed the more frequent stormy atmosphere.

Several quests have also been unblocked - notably "The Governor's Farewell" and the Animus wall bug that prevented any progress. Additionally, hints have been added during the fight against El Tiburón to better guide players on the guard-break mechanic.

Automatic download on all platforms: 2.44 GB on PS5, 3.71 GB on PC, and a hefty 15.35 GB on Xbox Series.

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Did you run into the bug where the Jackdaw disappears? Does this patch give you confidence?

Frequently asked questions

What's the most important PC bug fixed in this patch?
Cutscenes that stayed locked at 30 FPS when graphics settings were set to "Custom". That was really the first major complaint since launch.
My ship disappeared after an upgrade — is that fixed now?
Yes. The bug where the Jackdaw could disappear when docked for upgrades is finally fixed in version 1.0.4.
Are there any major changes to combat gameplay?
No massive nerfs or buffs, but harpooning has improved: the humpback whale can now be properly dodged, and you'll no longer get stuck if you launch a boarding at the wrong moment. Hints were also added against El Tiburón to better understand the guard-break mechanic.
The weather has changed — why more sunshine?
Ubisoft rebalanced the frequency of weather conditions in favor of sun and clear skies. Some players miss the more constant stormy atmosphere from before, but this change generally helps with visual clarity.
How big is the patch depending on my platform?
2.44 GB on PS5, 3.71 GB on PC, and 15.35 GB on Xbox Series. The download is automatic on all versions.

Key takeaways

  • The bug that locked cutscenes at 30 FPS in "Custom" mode on PC is finally fixed.
  • The Jackdaw no longer disappears after being upgraded at the dock — no more ruined playthroughs.
  • Harpooning sessions get smoother with several adjustments (humpback whale now dodgeable, boarding lock issue resolved).
  • The weather softens with more sunshine, a change that slightly divides fans who preferred the stormy atmosphere.
  • The patch weighs 2.44 GB on PS5, 3.71 GB on PC, and 15.35 GB on Xbox Series.

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