Photo Mode is one of the biggest additions in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, giving players the ability to capture cinematic screenshots of Edward Kenway, naval battles, and the Caribbean’s stunning landscapes. The mode also includes a variety of camera tools, filters, and effects for creating the perfect shot.

Here’s how to enable Photo Mode and use all of its features.

How to Enable Photo Mode

Photo Mode must first be enabled in the game’s settings before you can use it.

To turn it on:

  1. Open the Pause Menu by pressing Esc on PC or the Start/Menu button on your controller.
  2. Select Options.
  3. Navigate to the Gameplay tab.
  4. Scroll down until you find Photo Mode.
  5. Set Photo Mode to On.

Once enabled, you can access it at any point during gameplay, except during cutscenes.

Photo Mode Controls

After enabling the feature, use the following shortcuts to open Photo Mode.

Platform Shortcut PC F3 Xbox Series X|S Press Left Stick (LS) + Right Stick (RS) PlayStation 5 Press L3 + R3

Opening Photo Mode pauses the game, allowing you to freely compose your screenshot.

Camera Controls

Once inside Photo Mode, you can move and adjust the camera to capture the angle you want.

PC

  • WASD – Move the camera
  • Mouse – Rotate the camera

Controller

  • Left Stick – Move the camera
  • Right Stick – Rotate the camera
  • LT/L2 and RT/R2 – Move the camera up and down

These controls make it easy to capture everything from close-up character portraits to sweeping views of the Caribbean.

Photo Mode Features

Photo Mode includes several customization options to help you fine-tune every screenshot.

Camera

The Camera menu lets you adjust the overall composition of your image.

Available options include:

  • Camera roll
  • Field of View (FOV)
  • Grid overlays for framing shots

These settings are useful for creating cinematic angles or perfectly aligning screenshots.

Lens

The Lens menu controls focus and depth effects.

You can:

  • Enable Depth of Field
  • Apply Bokeh effects
  • Turn on Auto Focus to automatically highlight your subject

These tools help create professional-looking images with blurred backgrounds and sharper focal points.

Filters

Filters let you completely change the mood of your screenshot.

This menu includes:

  • Color filters
  • Brightness adjustments
  • Exposure controls

Experimenting with different filters can dramatically change the atmosphere of a scene.

Decorations

The Decorations tab allows you to personalize your screenshots with cosmetic additions.

Options include:

  • Vignettes
  • Decorative frames
  • Various visual overlays

These features are perfect for creating stylized images to share with other players.

Can You Use Photo Mode During Gameplay?

Yes. Photo Mode can be activated almost anywhere during normal gameplay, including while exploring, sailing, or during combat. When activated, the game pauses, allowing you to position the camera without worrying about enemies or movement.

The only major exception is during cinematic cutscenes, where Photo Mode cannot be used.

Is Photo Mode Worth Using?

Photo Mode is one of the standout additions in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced. With full camera controls, depth-of-field effects, filters, and decorative options, it’s an excellent tool for capturing Edward Kenway’s adventures across the Caribbean, whether you’re photographing massive naval battles or the game’s beautifully updated environments.