Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag trailer shows gameplay

Ubisoft has released a new trailer for Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, setting the scene for the upcoming pirate game.

The video goes into detail about how British sailors grew frustrated at life in their country, so took to the seas to become "men of freedom".

The end of the trailer also shows off some gameplay, with protagonist Edward Kenway taking out enemies in a variety of ways.

Watch it below.

Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag launches 1 November. Click here to read our exclusive preview from Black Flag reveal event.