Go from humble beginnings to a feared pirate captain in this seafaring open-world adventure! Enhance your reputation as you take on bounties, upgrade your ship, hire a crew and search for treasure, or just go fishing instead!
Players freely navigate an open-world map, exploring numerous islands and uncovering hidden treasures through 2D sidescrolling exploration.
Acquiring and upgrading ships is a core gameplay loop, offering over 48 unique customization options, from specialized cannons to unique abilities. This allows players to tailor their vessel's capabilities to their preferred playstyle.
Hiring and managing a crew is crucial, as each sailor levels up and learns new skills. Players can assign crew members to different roles, such as gunners, navigators, or boarding parties, to optimize their ship's performance in combat.
The ship combat system blends elements of FTL: Faster Than Light and Terraria. Players must strategically position and utilize their crew, reacting quickly to the enemy's tactics and damage to their own ship. This requires adaptability and quick thinking to emerge victorious.
In addition to the core pirate activities, the game offers a robust fishing minigame and other smaller diversions, such as lockpicking, providing players with opportunities to take a break from the swashbuckling action.
Reviews praise the game's potential for emergent gameplay and replayability, stemming from the combination of ship customization, crew management, and dynamic encounters on the open seas. This sandbox-like nature encourages experimentation and unique playstyles, contributing to the game's long-term appeal.