- #1 Furious Seas
97% 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: Naval Combat 27.6% ★, Pirates 27.4% ★, Sailing 18.1% ★, VR 13.1%, Naval 6.9% ★
- #2 Dragons Reef
96% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Radoslaw Kutowinski
Windows
Start sailing adventure by defending the Dragons Reef land from pirates, manage unique artifacts, customize character magic skills, watch out for underwater creatures, admire the beautiful foreign nature, get own dragon, collect loot. Top-down action RPG, tower defense and cartoon ships naval combat
Why similar: Naval Combat 21.6% ★, Pirates 20% ★, Sailing 19.4% ★, Dragons 14.9% ★, Naval 10.4% ★
- #3 Buccaneers!
96% matchVery Positive82% of 401 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 22.9% ★, Naval Combat 22.9% ★, Sailing 21.8% ★, Naval 12% ★, VR 9.2%
- #4 Terror of the Seven Seas
95% matchMostly Positive79% of 103 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: Naval Combat 28% ★, Sailing 24.2% ★, Pirates 23.8% ★, Naval 10.2% ★, Action RPG 5.7%
- #5 Trails Of Gold Privateers
94% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: La Suite Studio
Windows
Embody a pirate in Trails of Gold Privateers. Sail through waters occupied by mythical creatures and collect as much treasures as possible to become a true legend of the seas !
Why similar: Naval Combat 29.3% ★, Pirates 27.4% ★, Naval 13.1% ★, VR 12.4%, Shooter 8.2%
- #6 Seas of Kahtaone
94% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Adaptive Realms
Windows
A fantasy naval combat action-adventure game. Explore the open ocean and fend off pirates with your cannon broadsides and magical arsenal. Summon the wind to boost your ship forward and release fireballs to light up your enemies. Upgrade your ships armor, weapons, and much more to win the day.
Why similar: Naval Combat 29.7% ★, Sailing 26.6% ★, Pirates 25.9% ★, Naval 13.2% ★, Action RPG 2.8%
- #7 The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
93% matchVery Positive83% of 4,605 reviews2016
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Hail to the Captain! Sail into the heart of the Caribbean in the Age of Piracy - the time of black flags and white skulls, blue waves and golden opportunities. Hoist the Jolly Roger and grab the steering wheel to sail through battles and raids, ransoms and treasures, to become the Crimson King of the Antilles!
Why similar: Naval Combat 42.5% ★, Pirates 33.2% ★, Sailing 11.4% ★, Naval 10.7% ★, Action 1.4%
- #8 Sail of Dreams
92% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: DreamDwarf
Windows
Sail of Dreams is a vehicular combat game with pirates! Pilot and juggle with all parts of your ship, assisted by a mischievous feline crew. Raise your canons, bolster your prow and board enemy vessels in quest of gold and glory!
Why similar: Naval Combat 32% ★, Sailing 25.2% ★, Pirates 24.6% ★, Naval 9.4% ★, Action RPG 5.3%
- #9 Sea Dogs: Caribbean Tales
91% matchMixed61% of 137 reviews2018
Dev: Akella
Windows
Sail the rough seas with your tall ship and loyal crew of vicious cutthroats and fierce corsairs. Build up your fleet and capture and rule colonies to become the mightiest pirate of them all! Sea Dogs: Caribbean Tales is a naval game devoted to pirate adventures on the Caribbean seas of the 17th century, aiming to be the ultimate pirate...
Why similar: Naval Combat 40.5% ★, Pirates 30.2% ★, Sailing 14.3% ★, Naval 11.7% ★, Action 3.2%
- #10 Captain Goose
91% matchPositive84% of 42 reviews2023
Dev: DiaMMax Games
Windows
Embark on a dangerous journey with the crew of the brave Captain Goose! The sailors will have to reach the very edge of the World to break a terrible curse. However, the Abyss will do everything possible to prevent this...
Why similar: Naval Combat 31.2% ★, Pirates 28% ★, Sailing 21.4% ★, Naval 14.2% ★, Shooter 2.7%
- #11 The Pirate: Republic of Nassau
89% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 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 36.4% ★, Naval Combat 24.8% ★, Sailing 16.9% ★, VR 16.8%, First-Person 2.2%
- #12 Sea Dogs: To Each His Own
90% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,353 reviews2012
Dev: BlackMark Studio
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 48.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
1654 AC. The Caribbean. A place of opportunities and mysteries.
Why similar: Pirates 29.1% ★, Naval Combat 25.2% ★, Sailing 21.9% ★, Naval 13.4% ★, Action RPG 6.5%
- #13 Freedom is Piracy
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Epic Dragonfly
Windows
Freedom is Piracy is a pirate adventure game focused on naval expeditions and story. As a former Marine turned pirate, lead your crew, raid the seas, and return to grow a pirate city full of life. But be careful: the higher your reputation rises, the harder the Marine attacks become.
Why similar: Naval Combat 33.4% ★, Pirates 26.7% ★, Sailing 23.8% ★, Naval 11.6% ★, Action 3%
- #14 King of Seas
88% matchMixed59% of 771 reviews2021
Dev: 3DCloudsPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 60%
King of Seas is an ARPG adventure game set in a nautical pirate world. Embark on an epic adventure across the seven seas where you’ll discover lost islands and treasures, fight rival pirates and menacing monsters, and become the most legendary pirate of all time!
Why similar: Naval Combat 28.5% ★, Pirates 25.4% ★, Sailing 24.1% ★, Naval 11.9% ★, Action RPG 7.6%
- #15 The Caribbean Sail
87% matchVery Positive94% of 528 reviews2017
Dev: Victorian Clambake
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Name your crew, purchase supplies, sail the world, harpoon fish, plunder your enemies, die horribly, unlock a new Captain and do it all over again!
Why similar: Sailing 29.4% ★, Pirates 28.5% ★, Naval Combat 26.4% ★, Naval 11.5% ★, Action 2.3%
- #16 Curse of Pirates
86% matchVery Positive85% of 65 reviews2026
Dev: Funky ParrotPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Ahoy, matey! How about slicing up some sea beasts and sending a couple of rivals to feed the kraken? Curse of Pirates be a true action roguelike, inspired by Vampire Survivors and Hades! Set sail upon the high seas, gather ye brave crew, and stand firm against the relentless tides of foes!
Why similar: Naval Combat 30% ★, Pirates 26.4% ★, Sailing 22.7% ★, Naval 13% ★, Action RPG 4.7%
- #17 Pirate Dragons
86% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: SuperSixStudios
Windows
PLAY A DRAGON in this third-person, action RPG! During the time of sailing ships and piracy, you are a dragon. Grow your hoard by battling sailing ships, trading goods, or becoming a pirate!
Why similar: Pirates 32.2% ★, Dragons 28.7% ★, Naval Combat 14.6% ★, Naval 10.7% ★, Action RPG 6.7%
- #18 Blackwake
85% matchVery Positive81% of 26,044 reviews2020
Dev: Mastfire Studios Pty Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Blackwake is a multiplayer naval FPS focused on teamwork and cooperation. Fire the cannons, sink enemy ships or board them with firearms and steel.
Why similar: Pirates 34.8% ★, Naval Combat 34% ★, Naval 14% ★, Sailing 12.3% ★, First-Person 2.5%
- #19 Windward
84% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,625 reviews2015
Dev: Tasharen Entertainment Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Windward is an action-filled multiplayer sandbox game that puts you in control of a ship sailing the high seas of a large procedurally-generated world.
Why similar: Naval Combat 39.5% ★, Pirates 33.5% ★, Naval 14% ★, Sailing 10.9% ★, Action 1.2%
- #20 Mystical Maritime Adventure
83% matchMostly Positive79% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: Ze_Yu
Windows
Here, you can freely sail your ship, explore the endless ocean, and find hidden islands and treasures!
Why similar: Naval Combat 32.6% ★, Pirates 31.5% ★, Naval 16.3% ★, Action RPG 6.3%, Sailing 5.2% ★
- #21 Skull and Bones
82% matchMixed67% of 4,291 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft SingaporePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 26.4 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: Naval Combat 38.5% ★, Pirates 31.5% ★, Action RPG 10.6%, Sailing 9.1% ★, Naval 4.8% ★
- #22 Blood and Gold: Caribbean!
84% matchMixed60% of 1,277 reviews2015
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 11.9 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 48.8% ★, Sailing 20.5% ★, Naval 14.7% ★, Naval Combat 13.3% ★, Action 1.8%
- #23 Fluffy Sailors
82% matchPositive80% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: Skaldery Games
Windows
Fluffy Sailors is a cute but relentless naval combat roguelite. The Mouse Queen's chef has been kidnapped by alligators, and only you and your cannonball crew can save him.
Why similar: Naval Combat 32.8% ★, Pirates 25.9% ★, Sailing 24.4% ★, Naval 10.5% ★, Colorful 2.4%
- #24 Block of Rum
81% matchMixed67% of 36 reviews2019
Dev: Obi-Wanya
Windows
Block of Rum is a sandbox dedicated to building sailing ships and piracy.
Why similar: Naval Combat 30.6% ★, Sailing 27.5% ★, Pirates 24.1% ★, Naval 15% ★, Action 1.9%
- #25 Buccaneers! The New Age of Piracy
80% 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: Sailing 29.1% ★, Pirates 28.5% ★, Naval 15.4% ★, VR 8.5%, Action RPG 8.5%
- #26 Sail Ships
81% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Dhause
Windows
Sail ship battles. Navigation with compass and world map. You can fight with other character in a tactical duel (three types of weapons: sword, shield, bow). You can create the design of your own ship from different parts.
Why similar: Naval Combat 28.2% ★, Sailing 25.9% ★, Pirates 23.7% ★, Naval 14.5% ★, 3D 2.3%
- #27 Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
77% matchVery Positive88% of 9,427 reviews2025
Dev: Ryu Ga Gotoku StudioPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 26.2 hrsMean: 29.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Embark on an over-the-top, modern-day pirate adventure with an ex-yakuza, now pirate captain & his crew. Engage in exhilarating combat on land and sea in the hunt for lost memories and treasure.
Why similar: Naval Combat 32.9% ★, Pirates 30.4% ★, Sailing 14.4% ★, Action RPG 8.5%, Naval 8.1% ★
- #28 Eternal Seas
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Versnel Studio
Windows · Linux
Eternal seas is an open world pirate RPG inspired by classic pirate games, set in a fictional island region. Command mighty vessels and lead your crew across the high seas and through lush jungles. Will you find fortune or will your soul be damned to sail the seas eternally?
Why similar: Pirates 29.4% ★, Naval Combat 26.3% ★, Sailing 20.1% ★, Naval 13.4% ★, Action RPG 5.5%
- #29 Feral Blue
79% 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: Sailing 27.4% ★, Pirates 26.9% ★, Naval Combat 26.3% ★, Naval 15.2% ★, Action 2.8%
- #30 Dawn of Piracy: Caribbean Tides
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Advancement DesignPub: Ecomeum GmbH
Windows
Embark on the ultimate pirate adventure: command your ship, battle in epic naval combat, and explore a vast world for treasure and glory.
Why similar: Naval Combat 27% ★, Sailing 24% ★, Pirates 23.9% ★, Naval 12.8% ★, Action RPG 7.7%
- #31 Pirate Commander
78% 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 34.5% ★, Naval Combat 32.7% ★, Sailing 26.7% ★, Colorful 2%, Action 1.8%
- #32 Windward Horizon
76% matchVery Positive80% of 438 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: Naval Combat 33.6% ★, Sailing 27.1% ★, Pirates 18% ★, Naval 13.2% ★, Family Friendly 3.4%
- #33 Sea Dogs
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 171 reviews2018
Dev: Akella
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Sea Dogs is an epic role-playing game for the pirate in all of us. Return to the age of sail as a young captain looking to make a name in the world. Develop your character from humble beginnings and rise to control all of the islands for your country or yourself.
Why similar: Naval Combat 29% ★, Sailing 24.7% ★, Pirates 24% ★, Naval 13.1% ★, Action RPG 5.6%
- #34 Conqueror of the Seas
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bronze Moon Studios
Windows
Set sail into an epic age of war, where medieval empires clash for dominance on the seas. Cannons thunder, Greek fire burns, and fleets collide amid fire and chaos. Customize your ship, summon holy reinforcements, and unite with allies to conquer historic cities and reshape the fate of an era.
Why similar: Naval Combat 32.4% ★, Sailing 29.1% ★, Pirates 24.9% ★, Naval 10.7% ★, 3D 1.8%
- #35 Age of Magellan: Sail the entire Planet
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Boanerges Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
An open-world Age of Exploration sailing sim where you can circumnavigate the entire planet and relive the feats of the great discoverers. Navigate by sextant, trade across thousands of real cities, and maneuver your ship to bring broadsides to bear in real-time naval combat.
Why similar: Naval Combat 41.2% ★, Pirates 30.9% ★, Sailing 23.4% ★, Adventure 1.5%, Inventory Management 1.2%
- #36 Unearned Bounty
75% matchMixed68% of 321 reviews2018
Dev: Extrokold Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 180.6 hrs≥1hr: 23%
Unearned Bounty is an action-packed Free-For-All multiplayer game where you battle to become the most infamous pirate!
Why similar: Pirates 43% ★, Naval Combat 25% ★, Sailing 12.9% ★, Naval 12.2% ★, Shooter 4.5%
- #37 Draco and the Seven Scales
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ice Goat Games
Windows
Set sail on a voyage full of pirates, dark magic, and the thrill of discovery! Draco and the Seven Scales is a retro-inspired adventure that harkens back to an age of top down dungeon crawlers and lovable, crunchy pixel art.
Why similar: Sailing 34.6% ★, Naval Combat 29.3% ★, Pirates 22.4% ★, Action RPG 9.6%, Action 2.1%
- #38 Pirates! Showdown: Enhanced Edition
73% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: FlashPoint Games, LLC
Windows
A fast-paced game combining real-time strategy and defense tactics. Face off against the fearsome Red Hand privateers in thrilling head-to-head pirate battles on the high sea! Capture towns, guard towers, and much more to strengthen your defense, buff up your ships, and increase your gold supply!
Why similar: Sailing 30.8% ★, Pirates 30.2% ★, Naval Combat 25% ★, Naval 9.1% ★, 3D 2.4%
- #39 Piratopia: Raiders of Pirate Bay
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Adi ZhavoPub: Project 99 Games
Windows
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: Sailing 26.3% ★, Naval Combat 25% ★, Pirates 24.9% ★, Naval 15.1% ★, Action 4.1%
- #40 Helm or High Water
73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Jordan Hobgood
Windows
Helm or High Water is a VR pirate ship combat game with asymmetrical local co-op. Put your sea legs to the test and work together with a friend to control all aspects of the ship from the helm and sails to the cannons and crew.
Why similar: Naval Combat 29.1% ★, Pirates 24.1% ★, Sailing 24% ★, VR 9.8%, Naval 8.5% ★
- #41 Sail
72% matchMostly Positive73% of 142 reviews2022
Dev: Red Team Interactive Inc.
Windows
Open World, Multiplayer VR Pirate Game!
Why similar: Sailing 24.1% ★, Pirates 23.4% ★, Naval Combat 20.5% ★, VR 13%, Shooter 7.5%
- #42 Privateer Escape
72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Mobile Game Studio
Windows
Play as a Privateer, sailing the seas and hunting for treasure while being hunted by Pirates! Prove your worth as you avoid dangerous obstacles, face fearsome foes, take on the terrors of the seas, and show how long you can last!
Why similar: Sailing 31.6% ★, Naval Combat 28.8% ★, Pirates 26.1% ★, Naval 10.2% ★, Casual 1.2%
- #43 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: Naval Combat 32% ★, Pirates 28.2% ★, Sailing 25.9% ★, Naval 11% ★, Action 2%
- #44 Caribbean Tide
71% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Binary Realm
Windows
Sail the 17th-century Caribbean as John Nelson. Smuggle or trade, upgrade your ship, manage your crew and colony, and uncover buried truths across 10+ ports, 50+ branching quests, and a vast open world shaped by shifting alliances and moral choices.
Why similar: Naval Combat 32.2% ★, Sailing 28.5% ★, Pirates 25.7% ★, Naval 12.8% ★, Combat 0.8%
- #45 Corsairs Legacy - Pirate Action RPG & Sea Battles
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,160 reviews2024
Dev: MaurisPub: Mauris Games OU
Windows
Get ready for ‘Corsairs Legacy’. It’s an open-world adventure in the Caribbean, the historical pirate life simulator. Sail the sea, fight the enemies, and explore islands. Will you rise to become a legendary pirate or meet your end at the hands of your enemies? The choice is yours.
Why similar: Naval Combat 27.8% ★, Sailing 24.7% ★, Pirates 24.5% ★, Naval 12.7% ★, Action RPG 7.6%
- #46 Tales Of Eight
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CamembearGames
Windows · Linux
Tales of Eight is an action roguelite, naval battle game. As one of the last pirates you are fighting against the dreaded Feline Empire. Fight on the high seas with customizable magical canons, upgrade your ship, explore the ever-changing ocean, and trade with factions all to save Piratedom.
Why similar: Naval Combat 32.4% ★, Pirates 31.4% ★, Sailing 22.3% ★, Naval 6.8% ★, Action 2.9%
- #47 Caribbean Legend
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,048 reviews2024
Dev: BlackMark Studio
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 54.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
An open-world RPG, set in the Golden Age of Caribbean piracy. Embark on a 200-hour-long adventure, plunder cities and ships, explore the unknown, discover treasures, forge friendships, earn bounties on your head, and charm the ladies on your path to ultimate freedom!
Why similar: Pirates 31.1% ★, Naval Combat 22.8% ★, Sailing 22.7% ★, Naval 14.8% ★, Action RPG 6.7%
- #48 Sailing Wizard
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monduz Games Studio
Windows
This is a real-time ARPG game with the theme of navigation. You can freely choose spells upgrade routes, recruit various team members, build exclusive ships. Trade, fight and explore with different factions on a journey full of adventurous spirit.
Why similar: Sailing 27.6% ★, Naval Combat 27.4% ★, Pirates 20.9% ★, Naval 12% ★, Action RPG 7.2%
- #49 Seas Of Strife
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wigwig Software
Windows
In a world dominated by a vast uncaring sea, greedy pirates stalk the open water and fantastical kingdoms wage devastating wars for what little land exists. It's time for you to assemble your fleet, set sail and plunder, trade or conquer your way towards your destiny!
Why similar: Pirates 31.6% ★, Naval Combat 27.8% ★, Sailing 20.6% ★, Naval 14.3% ★, Action 2.2%
- #50 Tortuga - A Pirate's Tale
68% matchMixed58% of 165 reviews2024
Dev: Gaming Minds StudiosPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Tortuga - A Pirate’s Tale tells the journey of a pirate captain with a lust for gold and glory who assumes command of a fleet of pirate ships to strike the Caribbean.
Why similar: Naval Combat 33.6% ★, Pirates 26.6% ★, Sailing 24.8% ★, Naval 15% ★
- #51 Legacy of Sail
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hydran Software
Windows
As a 17th Century Admiral, send your squadrons out to capture enemy towns and sink their ships. Force boarding actions to capture their prized Ships of the Line all while balancing the need for supplies, repairs and upgrading your crew in this throwback real time tactics naval combat game
Why similar: Naval Combat 39.8% ★, Sailing 30.4% ★, Naval 16.5% ★, Pirates 11.4% ★, 3D 1%
- #52 Caribbean Legend: Age of Pirates
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 472 reviews2026
Dev: ReCon TeamPub: BlackMark Studio
Windows
You are the captain and owner of your own ship—the finest fate one could hope for in the 17th century Caribbean. Unlimited sandbox experience. 60 hours of content. A unique genre blending naval combat, land exploration, and global map. Think Sid Meier's Pirates! meets Bannerlord.
Why similar: Pirates 31% ★, Sailing 24% ★, Naval Combat 17.9% ★, Naval 16.9% ★, Action RPG 9%
- #53 Sail Forth
67% matchVery Positive92% of 636 reviews2022
Dev: Festive VectorPub: The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Sail a fleet of customizable ships across an ocean whose ancient depths have swallowed the key to the mysterious past. Befriend fishfolk to expand your boat crews, take up arms against petulant pirates, and chart a course across an expansive watery world. Will you answer the call of High Adventure?
Why similar: Naval Combat 33.9% ★, Sailing 31.3% ★, Pirates 27.7% ★, Colorful 3.1%, 3D 2.7%
- #54 Captain's Crew
68% 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 38% ★, Sailing 27.5% ★, Naval Combat 21.7% ★, Nature 3.7%, First-Person 2.7%
- #55 Naval Action
68% matchMixed52% of 14,629 reviews2019
Dev: Bermuda Computer Club
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 89.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Or were you deaf or were you blind when you left your two fine legs behind, Or was it sailing on the sea when you got the cannonball to your knee, I too was young and I was slim and I had a leg for every limb, But now I’ve got no legs at all, they were both shot away by a cannonball.
Why similar: Naval Combat 30.9% ★, Sailing 29.3% ★, Pirates 25.6% ★, Naval 13.9% ★, Adventure 0.3%
- #56 The Pirate: Plague of the Dead
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 632 reviews2017
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Command the most fearsome pirates in an exciting Caribbean adventure! Plague of the Dead is a new installment of The Pirate series, featuring an open world without loading screens, dynamic day and night cycle and weather system, it offers each gamer an unforgettable experience.
Why similar: Pirates 50% ★, Naval Combat 31.9% ★, Naval 12.9% ★, Action 3.8%, Adventure 1.4%
- #57 Roguebound Pirates
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Redbeak Games
Windows
Loot, upgrade & dominate! In this action roguelike, your inventory IS your ship. Customize weapons to become absurdly powerful, seek lost treasures, and claim your place as the most overpowered pirate across all seas!
Why similar: Naval Combat 31.3% ★, Pirates 26.1% ★, Sailing 22.1% ★, Naval 13.1% ★, Inventory Management 3.1%
- #58 Rise of Piracy
64% matchMostly Positive79% of 448 reviews2026
Dev: IrishJohnGamesPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
The perfect blend of Action, Adventure and RTS. Begin your journey as the lowly captain of a small vessel. End as the commander of a threatening fleet. Rise to glory how you see fit. Trade, fight, recruit, grow, pillage, ally, destroy & conquer.
Why similar: Naval Combat 26.8% ★, Pirates 25.2% ★, Sailing 25.1% ★, Naval 13% ★, Action RPG 6.4%