Updated October 28, 2026
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If you have plenty of Reales saved in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced but cannot afford the new equipment available in New Game Plus (NG+), you need to convert some of your money into Escudos.
Introduced with Title Update 1.0.8, Escudos are a separate NG+ currency used to purchase exclusive items, including new trinkets and outfits. You can buy Escudos at a General Store, but the exchange option is easy to overlook because it appears near the bottom of the Buy menu.
This guide explains where to find the exchange, the exact conversion rate, how to adjust the amount, and how many Reales you need for the new equipment.
📋 Table of Contents
- Quick Answer: How to Convert Reales to Escudos
- Where to Exchange Reales for Escudos
- Reales-to-Escudos Conversion Rate
- How to Change the Exchange Amount
- NG+ Exclusive Items and Prices
- Should You Exchange All Your Reales?
- Other Ways to Earn Escudos
- Escudos vs. Reales vs. Animus Keys
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Final Tips
Quick Answer: How to Convert Reales to Escudos
To exchange Reales for Escudos in Black Flag Resynced NG+:
- Visit a General Store, such as the one in Havana.
- Speak to the shopkeeper and select Buy.
- Scroll down to the Currency section.
- Select Escudos, represented by a gold coin.
- Use L2/R2 on PlayStation to adjust the quantity.
- Check the total Reales cost and press X to purchase.
The exchange rate in Title Update 1.0.8 is 4 Reales for 1 Escudo. For example, 40,000 Reales will buy 10,000 Escudos.
You must be playing New Game Plus to access this currency system. If you have not started NG+ yet, follow our Black Flag Resynced guide to starting New Game Plus without losing your original save.
Where to Exchange Reales for Escudos
The Reales-to-Escudos exchange is located in the General Store's Buy menu.
One convenient example is the General Store in Havana, which becomes accessible during the early story.
Once you interact with the shopkeeper, select Buy. The store contains several merchandise categories, including weapons, trinkets, outfits, wildlife products, trade goods, and currency.
Scroll toward the bottom of the list until you reach Currency.
Here, select the gold coin labeled Escudos.
The item description identifies Escudos as a valuable currency used to acquire exclusive wares from vendors.
You can then choose how many Escudos to buy using your available Reales.
Important: Do not confuse the General Store's Currency section with the Animus Vault Exchange. They are separate systems and use different currencies.
[Screenshot: General Store Buy menu showing the Currency section and Escudos priced at 4 Reales.]
Reales-to-Escudos Conversion Rate
The exchange rate shown in Title Update 1.0.8 is:
4 Reales = 1 Escudo
This means every four Reales you spend gives you one Escudo.
Reales-to-Escudos Conversion Table
| Reales Spent | Escudos Received |
|---|---|
| 4 | 1 |
| 400 | 100 |
| 4,000 | 1,000 |
| 20,000 | 5,000 |
| 40,000 | 10,000 |
| 80,000 | 20,000 |
| 120,000 | 30,000 |
| 200,000 | 50,000 |
To calculate how many Escudos you can afford, divide your Reales balance by four.
Example: If you spend 122,700 Reales, you receive 30,675 Escudos.
This is especially useful if you carried a large Reales balance into NG+ and want to purchase exclusive equipment without collecting the entire Escudos cost through challenges or chests.
How Many Reales Do You Need for 1,000 Escudos?
You need 4,000 Reales to buy 1,000 Escudos.
For 10,000 Escudos, you need 40,000 Reales. For 50,000 Escudos, you need 200,000 Reales.
The exchange is straightforward, but expensive NG+ items can consume a substantial amount of your savings.
How to Change the Exchange Amount
You do not have to buy Escudos one at a time.
When you select Escudos in the General Store, the purchase interface displays the quantity and total Reales cost.
On PlayStation, L2/R2 are shown beside the quantity selector.
To change the amount:
- Highlight Escudos under Currency.
- Check the current purchase quantity.
- Use L2/R2 to adjust it.
- Check the total Reales cost.
- Press X to confirm your purchase.
For example:
- Quantity: 1 — Cost: 4 Reales
- Quantity: 1,000 — Cost: 4,000 Reales
- Quantity: 30,675 — Cost: 122,700 Reales
The 122,700-Reales figure is the total cost of purchasing 30,675 Escudos, not a separate exchange fee.
Before confirming, make sure you are buying only the amount you need.
[Screenshot: Bulk Escudos exchange showing a quantity of 30,675 and a total cost of 122,700 Reales.]
NG+ Exclusive Items and Prices
Escudos can be used to purchase exclusive equipment and cosmetics available through vendors in New Game Plus.
The Havana General Store offers several items with different prices and effects.
| Item | Escudos Cost | Reales Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Bad Dog | 8,000 | 32,000 |
| Spirit Skull | 12,000 | 48,000 |
| Thatch's Hat | 35,000 | 140,000 |
| Lively Captain Outfit | 70,000 | 280,000 |
The Reales equivalents show how much you would need to exchange to obtain each item's full Escudos price.
These are not direct Reales purchase prices. You must first obtain the required Escudos.
Bad Dog — 8,000 Escudos
Type: Rare Trinket
Effect: High chance of gaining a large amount of Reales from killing animals.
Bad Dog is an interesting option if you regularly hunt wildlife.
The extra Reales you earn can help fund future Escudos purchases through the General Store exchange.
However, the benefit depends on how frequently you hunt. Players who focus mainly on naval combat or story missions may prefer a different trinket.
Spirit Skull — 12,000 Escudos
Type: Rare Trinket
Effect: Reduces damage taken by Edward and greatly increases healing from drink.
Spirit Skull focuses on survivability.
It is worth considering if you want more protection during difficult fights or prefer equipment that helps Edward recover after taking damage.
Thatch's Hat — 35,000 Escudos
Type: Legendary Trinket
Effect: Attacking after a Perfect Dodge sets an enemy on fire.
Thatch's Hat rewards precise defensive timing.
If you regularly use Perfect Dodges and immediately counterattack, this trinket offers an additional offensive effect.
Its 35,000-Escudo price makes it a substantial purchase, so consider whether its combat style suits you before exchanging a large amount of Reales.
Lively Captain Outfit — 70,000 Escudos
Type: Legendary Outfit
The Lively Captain Outfit features a distinctive pirate captain appearance, including a decorated coat and tricorn hat.
Its store description does not list a combat perk, so it is best treated as a cosmetic purchase rather than a direct gameplay upgrade.
At 70,000 Escudos, it is the most expensive item in this group.
Buying it entirely through currency conversion would require 280,000 Reales.
[Screenshot: Lively Captain Outfit preview with its 70,000-Escudo price.]
Should You Exchange All Your Reales?
Generally, no. Exchange only the amount you need for your next purchase.
Reales remain the regular currency for many items and services, even after starting New Game Plus.
Title Update 1.0.8 does not replace existing Reales prices with Escudos. Items that previously cost Reales continue to use that currency.
Spending your entire Reales balance on Escudos could leave you without enough money for ordinary purchases.
A better approach is to choose your target item first.
For example:
- Bad Dog: 32,000 Reales for 8,000 Escudos.
- Spirit Skull: 48,000 Reales for 12,000 Escudos.
- Thatch's Hat: 140,000 Reales for 35,000 Escudos.
- Lively Captain Outfit: 280,000 Reales for 70,000 Escudos.
If you already have some Escudos, you only need to convert enough Reales to cover the remaining difference.
Example: Buying Spirit Skull With Existing Escudos
Suppose you already have 2,000 Escudos.
Spirit Skull costs 12,000 Escudos.
You need another 10,000 Escudos, which costs 40,000 Reales.
That saves you from exchanging the full 48,000 Reales equivalent.
The same approach works for any NG+ item.
Other Ways to Earn Escudos in New Game Plus
Currency conversion is convenient, but it is not the only way to obtain Escudos.
Title Update 1.0.8 also lets players earn them through NG+ activities.
1. Collect Escudos From Previously Looted Chests
Some chests that were already completed in your earlier playthrough can provide Escudos when revisited in NG+.
For example, a chest can reward 400 Escudos.
However, this does not mean every chest awards the same amount or that you can repeatedly open the same chest within a single playthrough.
2. Complete NG+ Challenges
Completing challenges is another way to accumulate Escudos.
Check the available challenges as you progress and collect the rewards you can complete naturally while playing.
3. Earn Reales and Convert Them
You can continue earning Reales through regular activities, including looting, completing missions, and selling goods.
Once you have enough, return to a General Store and exchange the amount you need.
For more ways to build your balance, see our Black Flag Resynced Escudos farming guide, which covers chest rewards, challenges, warehouse income, and currency conversion.
Best approach: If you already have plenty of Reales, conversion gives you a predictable way to reach a specific Escudos target. Otherwise, collect available NG+ rewards first and exchange Reales to cover any shortfall.
Escudos vs. Reales vs. Animus Keys
Black Flag Resynced features multiple currencies, but they are not interchangeable.
| Currency | Used For |
|---|---|
| Reales | Regular purchases and buying Escudos |
| Escudos | Exclusive NG+ vendor items and outfits |
| Animus Keys | Rewards in the Animus Vault |
The Animus Vault Exchange is not the same as the General Store currency exchange.
If you open the Animus Vault and see exclusive outfits or weapons, check their currency requirements before assuming you need Escudos.
To convert Reales into Escudos, use a General Store instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which update added Escudos to Black Flag Resynced?
Title Update 1.0.8, released on October 27, 2026, introduced New Game Plus and its Escudos currency system.
Where do you exchange Reales for Escudos?
Visit a General Store, select Buy, scroll to Currency, and choose Escudos. The General Store in Havana is one location where you can use the exchange.
What is the Reales-to-Escudos exchange rate?
In Title Update 1.0.8, 4 Reales buy 1 Escudo. For example, 20,000 Reales buy 5,000 Escudos.
Can you buy multiple Escudos at once?
Yes. The purchase menu allows you to adjust the quantity before confirming. On PlayStation, the displayed quantity controls are L2 and R2.
Can you convert Escudos back into Reales?
The General Store provides a Reales-to-Escudos purchase option, but a reverse conversion is not established. It is safer to exchange only what you intend to spend.
Why can't I buy an NG+ outfit with Reales?
Some new outfits and items require Escudos rather than Reales. Convert your Reales at a General Store or earn Escudos through NG+ chests and challenges.
How much does the Lively Captain Outfit cost?
The Lively Captain Outfit costs 70,000 Escudos. At the 4:1 conversion rate, obtaining the full amount through exchange requires 280,000 Reales.
Are Escudos available in a normal playthrough?
Escudos are a currency introduced specifically for New Game Plus. Start NG+ to access the associated rewards and exchange system.
Are Escudos and Animus Keys the same currency?
No. Escudos are used for exclusive NG+ vendor purchases, while Animus Keys belong to the separate Animus Vault reward system.
Final Tips
If you have a large Reales balance in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, the easiest way to obtain a specific amount of Escudos is through the Currency section of a General Store.
Remember the 4:1 conversion rate, adjust the quantity carefully, and check the total Reales cost before confirming.
For expensive items such as Thatch's Hat or the Lively Captain Outfit, collect available Escudos from chests and challenges first. Then exchange only enough Reales to cover the remaining cost.
This lets you work toward NG+ rewards without unnecessarily draining the money you still need for regular purchases.
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