'There's a part of us wanting to kind of better ourselves, to elevate ourselves, to grow, to discover lands beyond us' — Edward Kenway's actor reflects on the journey of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, says 'There's a part of Kenway in all of us'
Actor Matt Ryan reflects on his role as Edward Kenway in Assassin's Creed: Black Flag, emphasizing its impact on both his life and players. He describes the game as a 'hero's journey' rather than a simple rags-to-riches story. Ryan expresses gratitude for the opportunity to revisit the character and share this journey with fans.
- ▪Matt Ryan has been influenced by his role as Edward Kenway for nearly 14 years.
- ▪He describes Black Flag as a 'hero's journey that inspires people'.
- ▪Ryan feels a personal connection to the character, stating, 'There's a part of Kenway in all of us'.
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| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 |
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Gaming 'There's a part of us wanting to kind of better ourselves, to elevate ourselves, to grow, to discover lands beyond us' — Edward Kenway's actor reflects on the journey of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, says 'There's a part of Kenway in all of us' News By Demi Williams Contributions from Rob Dwiar published 19 May 2026 Matt Ryan says Black Flag is "not just a video game" When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.
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