- #1 Sea of Thieves: 2026 Edition
97% matchVery Positive89% of 370,911 reviews2020
Dev: Rare LtdPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 22.3 hrsMean: 85.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Sea of Thieves is a smash-hit pirate adventure game, offering the quintessential pirate experience of plundering lost treasures, intense battles, vanquishing sea monsters and more. Dive in with this revised edition of the game, which includes access to digital bonus media.
Why similar: Pirates 30.5% ★, Sailing 22.5% ★, Open World 12.5%, Online Co-Op 10%, Multiplayer 7.5%
- #2 Pirate Panic!
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tbjbu2
Windows
You are drunken pirates exploring the sea with a very unstable physics boat and your movement affects its balance. Find treasure using paper maps and haul it across a treacherous ocean in your pirate quest for riches. 1-4 players and yes, the treasure *will* fall on the way back, sorry!
Why similar: Pirates 21.5% ★, Sailing 21.2% ★, Online Co-Op 14.2%, Open World 13.6%, Physics 12%
- #3 Sail
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 146 reviews2022
Dev: Red Team Interactive Inc.
Windows
Open World, Multiplayer VR Pirate Game!
Why similar: Pirates 23.8% ★, Sailing 22.1% ★, Swordplay 13%, FPS 10%, VR 9.3%
- #4 DAVY x JONES
95% matchVery Positive86% of 412 reviews2025
Dev: PARASIGHT
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Command the skies. Crush the ground. Conquer The Locker. A grand action-adventure where you play as two halves of one legendary pirate — DAVY (Head) and JONES (Body). DAVY commands your flying ship in roguelite sky battles; JONES unleashes visceral first-person combat on the islands.
Why similar: Sailing 22.7% ★, Pirates 19.1% ★, Swordplay 16.3%, FPS 11.2%, Open World 9.9%
- #5 Sky Pirates - Puzzles & Plunder
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RxR Gaming
Windows
An MMO-Role-PUZZLING-Game with Cross-platform multiplayer of up to 16 people working together to sail the skies, steal the booty, and become legendary pirates!
Why similar: Pirates 43.3% ★, Sailing 33.4% ★, Online Co-Op 10.4%, Multiplayer 6.3%, Adventure 3%
- #6 A Tale of Pirates: a Dummy Mutiny
94% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Studio ClangorePub: Cranio Creations
Windows
A Tale of Pirates: A Dummy Mutiny is a piratey shooter in Virtuarr Reality. Put on your high-tech eyepatch and shoot down countless dummies in the dummiest mutiny in the history of Caribbeans.
Why similar: Pirates 42.1% ★, VR 19.1%, FPS 17%, Shooter 9.8%, Physics 4.6%
- #7 A Short Odyssey
93% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Jake S. Del Mastro
Windows
Discover a mysterious 17th century Caribbean island. Perfect your swordplay, take on giant bosses, cook tasty dishes, or take in the scenery, it's your choice in this 3rd Person RPG. Investigate the secrets of the island while you freely explore a detailed simulated world.
Why similar: Pirates 40.6% ★, Swordplay 23.7%, Open World 11.6%, Exploration 6.8%, Physics 6.2%
- #8 Forgotten Seas
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 586 reviews2025
Dev: Pangea Game StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
You are lost in the Bermuda Void, where the ocean is endless and dry land precious. Craft your Ship-in-a-Bottle, then experience survival on the high seas. Sail for new land, build camps, hunt for treasures, trade for goods - then defend your ship from dreaded pirates stalking this strange realm!
Why similar: Pirates 29.3% ★, Sailing 19.1% ★, Swordplay 15.6%, Online Co-Op 10.7%, Combat 7.1%
- #9 Sea Birds: End of an Age
92% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2019
Dev: Lucky Adams
Windows · Linux
A minimalist, exploration game, based on the life of the pirate William Fly. Set sail on the high seas of a randomly generated world! Search both water and land for pieces of the treasure map, fighting anyone who stands in your way. Once you collect all four pieces you can uncover the treasure!
Why similar: Pirates 38.8% ★, Sailing 33.1% ★, Open World 10.9%, Exploration 6.8%, Shooter 3.5%
- #10 VROOM: Galleon
91% matchMixed66% of 35 reviews2015
Dev: VROOM
Windows
Experience virtual life at sea aboard a pirate ship!
Why similar: Pirates 40.8% ★, Sailing 29.5% ★, VR 13%, Family Friendly 5.8%, Adventure 5.7%
- #11 Rat It: Plague Hunter
90% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Fountain Game Studio
Windows
Rat It: Plague Hunter is a single-player magic shooter game in VR. As the alchemist, you must wield your powerful slingshot eradicate all the evil monsters on a medieval sailing ship.
Why similar: Pirates 31.1% ★, Sailing 29.9% ★, VR 11.4%, FPS 10.8%, Shooter 7%
- #12 Pixel Pirates
89% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Flickin Fun
Windows · Linux
Set sail as James Flint to rescue Clara from the cursed Captain Blackwood. Battle ruthless pirates, uncover secrets on handcrafted islands, hunt for treasure, and discover powerful relics in this byte-sized high-seas adventure.
Why similar: Pirates 34.9% ★, Swordplay 24.3%, Sailing 23.8% ★, Physics 5.9%, Exploration 4.8%
- #13 Cannon Jump
89% matchPositive88% of 33 reviews2022
Dev: quasardeep
Windows
"Don't forget to bring your cannon! Shoot down and jump up, it will help you,” said the old pirate. Legend has it that countless treasures are kept up there. In this game, you have to jump and climb up using the classic "rocket jump" technique.
Why similar: Pirates 23.5% ★, Parkour 18.7%, FPS 15.1%, Difficult 14.3%, Physics 12.8%
- #14 ATLAS
88% matchMixed47% of 42,895 reviews2018
Dev: Grapeshot Games
Windows
Median: 12.5 hrsMean: 111.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Set sail for the ultimate pirate experience! Embark on a grand adventure alongside thousands of other players in one of the largest game worlds ever built (and even claim a piece of it to call your own). Build your ship, assemble your crew, sail the high seas, and become a pirate legend!
Why similar: Pirates 34.5% ★, Sailing 31.4% ★, Open World 12.8%, Online Co-Op 9.5%, Multiplayer 4.9%
- #15 The Flying Dutchman
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lost At SeaPub: Lost at Sea
Windows
The Flying Dutchman is a game about uncovering mysteries in a world of floating islands. Set sail as a skyfaring pirate, uncover secrets, and help out tiny sea creatures that need your help!
Why similar: Pirates 33.4% ★, Sailing 31.3% ★, Parkour 13.1%, Open World 11.2%, Exploration 6.5%
- #16 Buccaneers! The New Age of Piracy
86% matchVery Positive81% of 147 reviews2022
Dev: Skyward DigitalPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Witness the rise of piracy in this prologue to Buccaneers!, a classic pirate RPG. Command and customise a powerful warship on PC or in VR and take part in tense naval and land battles that will put your swashbuckling skills to the test.
Why similar: Pirates 35% ★, Sailing 32.1% ★, Open World 12.2%, VR 7.4%, Combat 5.8%
- #17 Sid Meier's Pirates!
86% matchVery Positive94% of 7,477 reviews2005
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Sail the Caribbean, marauding all on the high seas or ally your ship and crew as a privateer in search of riches - the life you choose is up to you. Face dogged enemies, raid unsuspecting villages, woo fair maidens, avoid capture or dig for buried treasure. Discover what it takes to become one of the most famous pirates in history!
Why similar: Pirates 59.4% ★, Sailing 21.5% ★, Open World 13.7%, Adventure 2.3%, Exploration 2.2%
- #18 The Pirate: Republic of Nassau
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2026
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows
Command iconic pirate ships of the early 18th century and experience life as a true sea captain, sailing freely across the open world. Engage in naval battles, expand your fleet, recruit legendary captains, and manage resources to support your life at sea.
Why similar: Pirates 47.1% ★, Sailing 19.7% ★, VR 15.2%, Adventure 4.7%, Exploration 4.4%
- #19 Blood and Gold: Caribbean!
85% matchMixed60% of 1,277 reviews2015
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
'Blood & Gold: Caribbean!' is a blend of economic strategy and open-world RPG, set in the pirate era of XVII Century Caribbean. The game is based on the significantly improved Mount & Blade: Warband engine.
Why similar: Pirates 61.4% ★, Sailing 23.3% ★, Swordplay 4.6%, Open World 4.2%, Adventure 2.6%
- #20 In Search of Fon Vitae
84% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2021
Dev: Earlgrey
Windows
"In Search of Fon Vitae" is a mix of roguelike and exploration adventure in a procedural generated pirate themed world.
Why similar: Pirates 40.7% ★, Sailing 33.4% ★, Exploration 7.3%, Open World 5.9%, Combat 4.8%
- #21 Captain's Crew
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Solune Games
Windows
From castaway to sea legend. Survive on wild islands, build your base from scratch, and gather materials to construct an unstoppable fleet. Recruit a loyal crew, manage resources, and sail the ocean to settle the score with the captain who sank your ship.
Why similar: Pirates 44.1% ★, Sailing 28.8% ★, Open World 14%, Exploration 6.5%, Combat 3%
- #22 Buccaneers!
82% matchVery Positive82% of 406 reviews2022
Dev: Skyward Digital
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Become a fearless captain in Buccaneers!, a classic pirate RPG. Join a band of pirates or a naval power and fight for supremacy in the Caribbean. Build and customise your fleet to take on any foe and rewrite history!
Why similar: Pirates 33.8% ★, Sailing 28.9% ★, Open World 11.1%, VR 9.5%, FPS 8.2%
- #23 Pirates VR: Jolly Roger
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 269 reviews2025
Dev: Split Light StudioPub: VRKiwi
Windows
Pirates VR Jolly Roger is a game alluding to old stories of the all-time most famous Pirates. The journey into the pirate world begins on a deserted island. Despite its extraordinary charm, the land hides a number of secrets and mysteries to be solved as well as obstacles and traps.
Why similar: Pirates 46.1% ★, VR 17.6%, Zombies 10.1%, Exploration 8.1%, Physics 6.5%
- #24 Furious Seas
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 247 reviews2021
Dev: Future Immersive
Windows
Furious Seas puts you in command as captain of a deadly pirate ship. Navigate through treacherous waters and blast apart fearsome enemy fleets in this thrilling VR adventure like no other. Carve out your legend today amidst the Furious Seas.
Why similar: Pirates 45.9% ★, Sailing 27.3% ★, VR 15.4%, Action 4.8%, Multiplayer 3.6%
- #25 Pirate Fighting Simulator
80% matchVery Positive90% of 905 reviews2023
Dev: Uncommon UTD
Windows
Pirate Fighting Simulator is a free multiplayer PVP game where you can fight friends or randoms on an island arena
Why similar: Pirates 52.5% ★, FPS 21.4%, Shooter 10.1%, Combat 6%, Multiplayer 5.3%
- #26 Vampirates
79% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Abonneer
Windows
Wield and throw anything or anybody against hordes of zombies with your friends online. Survive and feed the almighty Otter god to stop his wrath!
Why similar: Pirates 31.5% ★, Zombies 18.9%, Online Co-Op 15.8%, Combat 12.6%, Physics 11.9%
- #27 Coffin Rot Brewing Co.
81% matchVery Positive81% of 54 reviews2020
Dev: Nooner Bear Studio LLCPub: Clique Games
Windows
Pick up where your father left off -- bartending for the undead! It's not all sloshing grog and wiping tables at this bar because your dad also left you a considerable debt, and someone's coming to collect...
Why similar: Pirates 36.2% ★, VR 14.4%, Zombies 10.4%, Shooter 8.6%, FPS 8.3%
- #28 Pirate Commander
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: A2 Softworks
Windows
Pirate Commander is survival/strategy game. You will have to take care of the crew and their physical and mental health, food, drinking water, medicine, weapons and ammunition. Find treasures, fight enemies from different factions and terrifying sea monsters.
Why similar: Pirates 44.3% ★, Sailing 30.6% ★, Open World 11.8%, Exploration 7.5%, Adventure 3.8%
- #29 Barrel Fighter
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: OOG Studio
Windows
Battle your friends in the middle of the ocean while trapped inside floating barrels! Fight with oars and weapons, improve your gear, collect loot from drifting crates, survive pirates and sea creatures, and become the last barrel standing.
Why similar: Pirates 44.3% ★, Swordplay 25.5%, FPS 13.1%, Online Co-Op 7.3%, Adventure 3.9%
- #30 Plunder Rush
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Level Hunters Pub: Level Hunters
Windows
Chart your course in this online co-op roguelike adventure! Create your pirate, rally your crew, and battle to survive the tides. Discover lost treasures to enhance your voyage against the perilous, shifting seas. Bring home your share of loot to expand your cozy pirate hub. How far can you sail?
Why similar: Pirates 39.3% ★, Sailing 23.5% ★, Online Co-Op 18.1%, Exploration 5.4%, Action 5%
- #31 Starboard
77% matchMixed69% of 26 reviews2024
Dev: Spunky Studios
Windows
Become Cillian Cade, a pirate thief who’s in over his head after a heist gone wrong. After stealing a magical gauntlet possessed by the spirit of a pirate lord, the duo set out to find an ancient vault. Outwit and outplay the crew of a malicious pirate captain who wants the treasure all for himself.
Why similar: Pirates 51.6% ★, FPS 15.3%, Parkour 12.4%, Exploration 8.4%, Action 4.6%
- #32 Trident's Tale
76% matchMostly Positive80% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: 3DClouds
Windows
Uncover the secrets of the Storm Trident and rule the seas - Your legend awaits in Trident's Tale!
Why similar: Pirates 32.4% ★, Sailing 29.6% ★, Family Friendly 10.2%, Exploration 8.1%, Combat 6.3%
- #33 Battlewake
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 128 reviews2019
Dev: Survios
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Fight for dominion in Battlewake, a fantasy naval combat game built for VR. Play as 4 mythical pirate lords, captain massive battle-ready warships, and summon ancient powers as you set sail on a larger-than-life nautical war for the ages.
Why similar: Pirates 48.9% ★, VR 19.1%, Online Co-Op 5.9%, FPS 5.6%, Action 4.5%
- #34 Bucko
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wind Rose Games
Windows
Adventure a hand crafted open world inspired by pirate tales! Sail the seas, explore dangerous islands, plunder your enemies' booty, gather treasures, and build your hideout. Stay on your guard, some pirate legends.. may not be just legends!
Why similar: Pirates 37.6% ★, Sailing 33.3% ★, Open World 10.4%, Exploration 7.7%, Combat 5.3%
- #35 CRAZLIPSE
74% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Yan Massoni Game Studio
Windows
CRAZLIPSE is a game where officer Stefan Vincenzo uncovers a zombie apocalypse at the "Starry Sky Tree." After meeting scientist Matheus, he’s teleported to a zombie-infested zone to survive and fight.
Why similar: Zombies 30.4%, FPS 20.1%, Open World 13.5%, Shooter 13.2%, Combat 9.9%
- #36 Captain!
75% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Daniel Crandall
Windows
You play as a pirate captain navigating the Caribbean to exploit all of its hidden plunder. As the captain, you can order those you command to do your dirty work for you, but don't be fooled you will have to take matters into your own hands from time to time.
Why similar: Pirates 32.5% ★, Sailing 29.2% ★, Swordplay 17.9%, Exploration 7.6%, Combat 5.5%
- #37 Tempest: Pirate Action RPG
75% matchMixed69% of 2,618 reviews2016
Dev: HeroCraftPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Tempest is a Pirate Open World Action RPG where you rove the seas across three continents filled with dozens of colonies and forts, hundreds of quests and countless ships to plunder. Customize your ship, trade, challenge fellow pirates and face mythical monsters such as the Kraken and Leviathan!
Why similar: Pirates 50.3% ★, Sailing 22.8% ★, Open World 11.3%, Difficult 7.1%, Multiplayer 5.5%
- #38 Windward Horizon
72% matchVery Positive80% of 445 reviews2025
Dev: Tasharen Entertainment Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Trade, quest, fight, or simply set sail and enjoy the ambiance in this charming open world naval RPG. Sequel to Tasharen's fan favorite game Windward released on Steam in 2015.
Why similar: Sailing 31.8% ★, Pirates 23.4% ★, Open World 13.2%, Combat 8%, Family Friendly 7.4%
- #39 Plunderwake
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Overshock Studios
Windows
A first-person PvPvE pirate extraction adventure. Plunder the islands the cursed Mist lays bare, rob rival crews of their ships and cargo, and haul your fortune home before the fog claims it. Solo or with a crew of up to four.
Why similar: Pirates 32.6% ★, Sailing 25.7% ★, FPS 11%, Online Co-Op 9.7%, Multiplayer 6.1%
- #40 Boat Together
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 369 reviews2025
Dev: Beaked Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Hop on kayaks and boats for a fun adventure with up to 8 friends! Work together to paddle through cool waters, overcome obstacles and bosses, and reach new islands. If the legend is true, a hidden treasure awaits on the final island. Can you make it without sinking?
Why similar: Sailing 42.9% ★, Parkour 20.1%, Online Co-Op 13.8%, Physics 8.5%, Multiplayer 7.5%
- #41 Dragons Reef VR
73% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Radoslaw Kutowinski
Windows
Start an exciting sailing adventure in virtual reality. Steer the ship, shoot cannons, transport goods, develop the skills of your captain. Use special skills and magical artifacts to defend the land of the dragon reef from pirates. VR, dragons, pirates, sea battles, fantasy, family friendly game
Why similar: Pirates 35.3% ★, Sailing 32.7% ★, VR 12.9%, Shooter 7.5%, Family Friendly 5.3%
- #42 Battlegrounds : The Pirate King
73% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: SmartOliveGames LtdPub: HandMade Games
Windows
Battlegrounds : The Pirate King is an action adventure game set in a pirate world. Embark on an adventure to save what is left of the pirate world. Discover islands, capture ships and fight the king's navy. Recruit pirates onboard and manage your ship's resources. Defeat Davy Jones and be a legend.
Why similar: Pirates 40.3% ★, Sailing 38.5% ★, Shooter 7.4%, Exploration 6%, Action 3.4%
- #43 Feral Blue
74% matchMixed52% of 244 reviews2019
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
The old world has drowned after the Second Flood. Now, only few survivors are fighting for the new gold - clean water, wood and soil. Become a ship's captain, keep your crew alive and create your sea empire!
Why similar: Pirates 35.5% ★, Sailing 32.6% ★, Swordplay 10.9%, Open World 10.1%, Exploration 3.8%
- #44 Windrose
70% matchVery Positive87% of 49,500 reviews2026
Dev: Kraken Express
Windows
Median: 19.6 hrsMean: 32.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Embark on a PvE survival adventure in the Age of Piracy. Fight on land and sea, solo or with friends. Build, craft and explore vast open world filled with dark secrets. Master soulslite combat and take on challenging bosses, command your ship and plunder unspoken treasures!
Why similar: Pirates 39.1% ★, Sailing 26.6% ★, Online Co-Op 13.2%, Open World 8.2%, Exploration 6.2%
- #45 Cannon Dinghies
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ducking Games Studio
Windows · Linux
Blast your friends out of the water in chaotic pirate battles. Fire cannons, dodge incoming shots, capture objectives, and turn the tide on rival crews in fast-paced matches that are easy to learn and hard to stop playing.
Why similar: Sailing 40.4% ★, Pirates 31.8% ★, Multiplayer 10.5%, Combat 6.3%, Shooter 6.1%
- #46 Piratopia
71% matchVery Positive83% of 1,055 reviews2021
Dev: Adi ZhavoPub: Project 99 Games
Windows · Mac
Set sail in the open seas and plunder solo, PvE or PvP. Trade goods for ship upgrades or equipments to hunt the Kraken, all in the same Server. Dominate by yourself or with maties. Arrrr for free!
Why similar: Pirates 35.9% ★, Sailing 29.8% ★, Open World 9.4%, Online Co-Op 8.3%, Exploration 6.5%
- #47 Salt 2: Shores of Gold
69% matchVery Positive85% of 2,306 reviews2025
Dev: Lavaboots Studios
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Salt 2 is a pirate-themed open world adventure focused on exploration, crafting, and survival. Play solo or with up to 5 friends, sailing the sea with your ship as a mobile base. Discover islands full of quests, towns, caves, and secrets. Level up, craft gear, hunt, fish, and customize your ship.
Why similar: Sailing 37.6% ★, Pirates 37.1% ★, Open World 15.5%, Exploration 6.7%, Action 1.6%
- #48 Captain Bones: Prologue
71% matchVery Positive86% of 553 reviews2021
Dev: World of Poly
Windows
Captain Bones is an action-adventure game set in an open pirate world. You must have survival skills to make ship battles and treasure hunts with your crew.
Why similar: Pirates 33.2% ★, Sailing 26.4% ★, Swordplay 20.1%, Open World 11.2%, Exploration 5.2%
- #49 Dead of The Sea
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Enver Studio
Windows
Dead of the sea is a pirate-themed VR multiplayer survival shooter where you can join your fellow pirates to end the curse of the Island of Lost Souls. Survive waves of the island's deadly inhabitants while collecting magical power by defeating enemies.
Why similar: Pirates 41.7% ★, VR 15.5%, Swordplay 12.6%, Shooter 10%, Combat 8.5%
- #50 Sea of Craft
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 455 reviews2023
Dev: Wizard Games
Windows
Hello! Captain! “Sea Of Craft” is a sandbox ocean-building game with realistic physics simulation. In “Sea of Craft”, you can build your exclusive ship with hundreds of materials, and explore intriguing stages on planet Beella as well as adventures of wonders in the great ocean!
Why similar: Pirates 41.4% ★, Open World 15.1%, Online Co-Op 9.5%, Physics 8.9%, Exploration 7.9%
- #51 Pirates Republic
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Golden Hind Games SA
Windows
Build your pirate republic from nothing. Survive, cook, trade, and plunder your way through a procedurally generated Caribbean in this open-world survival sandbox. No fantasy - just history, grit, and freedom. Play solo or with friends in co-op.
Why similar: Pirates 33% ★, Sailing 27.9% ★, Online Co-Op 12.4%, Open World 10.1%, Combat 6.6%
- #52 Support
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: 摇光
Windows
After sending several probes to a certain planet, all contact was lost, so an exploration team was sent to investigate, but they fell into an unknown struggle.
Why similar: Zombies 22.4%, FPS 21.2%, Online Co-Op 15.7%, Shooter 11.2%, Combat 10.7%
- #53 Terror of the Seven Seas
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 107 reviews2024
Dev: Cutthroat Games
Windows
Become a Mighty Captain in a Age of sail naval combat game, set in all of the Seven Seas! Sail the entire world: conquering, boarding, plundering, exploring and trading along the way! Gather your crew, ready your ship, hoist your sails and enter a world of swashbuckling and piracy!
Why similar: Pirates 36.5% ★, Sailing 33.5% ★, Open World 12.9%, Exploration 6.1%, Combat 5.2%
- #54 Skull and Bones
67% matchMixed66% of 4,569 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft SingaporePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 26.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Skull and Bones is an open world naval action RPG where ship combat, build choice, and sailing skill define your pirate legend. Conquer rival ships and mythical beasts in a vast ocean of up to 20 players.
Why similar: Pirates 44.6% ★, Open World 16.7%, Sailing 11.6% ★, Multiplayer 8.9%, Exploration 8.2%
- #55 Rotten Sails
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: DaBomb Games
Windows
Co-op pirate horror for 1–4 players. You're already dead.. Now loot cursed islands, keep your haunted ship afloat, and pay the Black Armada's price. Or rot forever.
Why similar: Pirates 39.8% ★, Sailing 37.3% ★, Online Co-Op 10.9%, Fantasy 5.1%, Multiplayer 4.6%
- #56 Captain Blood
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 301 reviews2025
Dev: Seawolf StudioPub: SNEG
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Captain Blood is a pirate-themed action game where you play as a fearsome pirate seeking gold and glory. Expect adventures with cannon firing, pistol shooting, swashbuckling sword fights, and plenty of pirate shenanigans. This hack'n'slash features fierce combat, hordes of enemies and flashy combos.
Why similar: Pirates 37.8% ★, Sailing 28.6% ★, Swordplay 18.5%, Combat 8.8%, Action 3.2%
- #57 Sword Islands
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Void Reality Lab
Windows
Dive into the digital world and master your blade in a VR experience designed with action and exploration in mind. Go solo or join your party, with up to 4 players in a co-op campaign.
Why similar: Swordplay 29.2%, VR 17.9%, Online Co-Op 13.9%, Open World 13.7%, Exploration 7.5%
- #58 Alvo VR
67% matchMixed66% of 29 reviews2024
Dev: OutsideIn Entertainment
Windows
A high‑octane multiplayer shooter built for players who want speed, strategy, and seamless cross‑platform action. Alvo delivers fast, addictive VR firefights with tight controls, competitive modes, and intense close‑quarters combat that keeps you jumping back in.
Why similar: Zombies 18.6%, VR 17.7%, FPS 17.2%, Parkour 15.3%, Shooter 10.2%
- #59 Cloudsea
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Yeti Ate My Breakfast
Windows
Cloudsea is indie open world RPG game set in the clouds of the world of Cloudsea. Explore the floating islands in airships, solve quests, gather resources, craft items, trade, and fight in airship-to-airship and melee combat!
Why similar: Sailing 38.6% ★, Pirates 34.7% ★, Open World 13.8%, Exploration 7.6%, Combat 5.4%
- #60 Arobynn: Sword of Adventure
66% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Jace Of Shadows Gaming LLC
Windows
Arobynn is a VR Adventure game in development. Help it grow by sharing it with your community and sharing feedback with the developer. It takes inspiration from adventure anime and is developing to include a great combat system and supportive casual occupations.
Why similar: Swordplay 30%, VR 18.5%, Physics 14.1%, Combat 11.7%, Online Co-Op 11.2%