- #1 Terror of the Seven Seas
97% 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: Pirates 20.8% ★, Naval Combat 18.8% ★, Naval 15.1% ★, Sailing 14.1% ★, Trading 8.8%
- #2 Sea Dogs: To Each His Own
96% 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 24.3% ★, Naval 18.9% ★, Naval Combat 16.1% ★, Sailing 12.1% ★, Open World 5%
- #3 Windward
96% 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: Pirates 27.5% ★, Naval Combat 24.9% ★, Naval 19.5% ★, Trading 6.4%, Sailing 5.9% ★
- #4 Sailist
95% matchMostly Positive73% of 49 reviews2024
Dev: KOY
Windows
Expand your fleet and embark on a thrilling adventure across infinite seas! From serene healing voyages to strategic raids, carve your path. Use your spoils to forge a legendary route toward the unknown world beyond the horizon. Complete your destiny!
Why similar: Pirates 17.3% ★, Naval Combat 17.1% ★, Naval 16.7% ★, Sailing 14.6% ★, Trading 9.8%
- #5 King of Seas
94% 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: Pirates 22.1% ★, Naval Combat 19% ★, Naval 17.5% ★, Sailing 13.9% ★, Open World 6.4%
- #6 Windward Horizon
94% 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 21% ★, Naval 18.2% ★, Pirates 14.7% ★, Sailing 14.6% ★, Trading 8.1%
- #7 Mystical Maritime Adventure
93% 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: Pirates 27% ★, Naval 23.6% ★, Naval Combat 21.5% ★, Open World 4.7%, RPG 4.1%
- #8 Caribbean Legend
92% 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 24.3% ★, Naval 19.5% ★, Naval Combat 13.7% ★, Sailing 11.8% ★, Open World 7.7%
- #9 Caribbean Legend: Age of Pirates
91% 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 23.8% ★, Naval 21.8% ★, Sailing 12.2% ★, Naval Combat 10.6% ★, Sandbox 5.7%
- #10 Dawn of Piracy: Caribbean Tides
91% 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: Pirates 19.8% ★, Naval 17.9% ★, Naval Combat 17.1% ★, Sailing 13.2% ★, Open World 6.4%
- #11 Freedom is Piracy
90% 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: Pirates 23.5% ★, Naval Combat 22.6% ★, Naval 17.3% ★, Sailing 13.9% ★, Third Person 4.3%
- #12 Barbarossa
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stellar Remnants
Windows
Join the swashbuckling fun of Barbarossa, an open-world pirate game. Battle pirates, trade goods, conquer islands, and become a legendary captain. Experience thrilling adventures and a simulated economy in this exciting pirate-themed game!
Why similar: Pirates 20.2% ★, Naval 19.6% ★, Naval Combat 17.5% ★, Sailing 13.5% ★, Trading 8.9%
- #13 Feral Blue
89% 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 22.9% ★, Naval 21.9% ★, Naval Combat 17.2% ★, Sailing 15.5% ★, Open World 5.9%
- #14 Seas Of Strife
88% 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 25.2% ★, Naval 19.3% ★, Naval Combat 17% ★, Sailing 10.9% ★, Open World 8%
- #15 Seas of Kahtaone
86% 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: Pirates 24.7% ★, Naval Combat 21.7% ★, Naval 21.2% ★, Sailing 16.9% ★, Open World 5.2%
- #16 Sid Meier's Pirates!
86% matchVery Positive94% of 7,425 reviews2005
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 1.9 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 42.1% ★, Naval 17.3% ★, Sailing 11.1% ★, Open World 8.8%, Naval Combat 6.1% ★
- #17 The Caribbean Sail
85% 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: Pirates 25.8% ★, Naval Combat 18.3% ★, Sailing 17.6% ★, Naval 17.5% ★, Open World 6.5%
- #18 Caribbean Tide
84% 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: Pirates 21.3% ★, Naval Combat 20.5% ★, Naval 17.9% ★, Sailing 15.7% ★, Trading 8.3%
- #19 Sea Dogs: Caribbean Tales
84% 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 29.1% ★, Pirates 28.3% ★, Naval 18.4% ★, Sailing 8.9% ★, RPG 5.4%
- #20 Sea Dogs: Legendary Edition
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlackMark StudioPub: Akella
Windows
Sandbox RPG with Naval Battles.
Why similar: Pirates 21% ★, Naval 18.7% ★, Naval Combat 16.1% ★, Sailing 12.5% ★, Open World 6.7%
- #21 Blood and Gold: Caribbean!
83% 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 43.7% ★, Naval 22.2% ★, Sailing 12.2% ★, Naval Combat 9.1% ★, RPG 3%
- #22 Pirateer: High Seas
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Workshopcraft
Windows
Piracy has never been this fun! Sail the high seas, plundering booty. Start off in a small ship that you can use to ram other ships to plunder their gold. As you explore and discover new locations, you can upgrade your ships features or even buy a new one. The choice is yours.
Why similar: Pirates 32.6% ★, Naval Combat 21.4% ★, Trading 15.1%, Open World 9.3%, Sailing 7.3% ★
- #23 Buccaneers!
81% 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 23.6% ★, Naval 20.8% ★, Naval Combat 18.1% ★, Sailing 14.8% ★, Open World 7%
- #24 Corsairs Legacy - Pirate Action RPG & Sea Battles
80% 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: Pirates 20.7% ★, Naval 18.1% ★, Naval Combat 18% ★, Sailing 13.9% ★, Open World 6.6%
- #25 Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
79% 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: Pirates 27.2% ★, Naval Combat 22.6% ★, Naval 12.2% ★, Sailing 8.5% ★, Third Person 5.5%
- #26 The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
81% 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: Pirates 32.8% ★, Naval Combat 32.2% ★, Naval 17.9% ★, Sailing 7.4% ★, Open World 4.8%
- #27 Princess of Seas
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chensey Game
Windows
Princess of Seas is a sea sailing with Open-World, Sandbox, Quest, Explore, Sea Battle. Let's go and save this world.
Why similar: Naval Combat 22.3% ★, Sailing 16.3% ★, Naval 15.3% ★, Pirates 15.1% ★, Open World 8.3%
- #28 Block of Rum
79% matchMixed67% of 36 reviews2019
Dev: Obi-Wanya
Windows
Block of Rum is a sandbox dedicated to building sailing ships and piracy.
Why similar: Naval 23.4% ★, Pirates 22.3% ★, Naval Combat 21.7% ★, Sailing 16.9% ★, Open World 5.8%
- #29 Skull and Bones
76% 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: Pirates 30% ★, Naval Combat 28.2% ★, Open World 10.2%, Naval 7.8% ★, Action RPG 6.9%
- #30 Piratopia: Raiders of Pirate Bay
77% 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: Naval 22.7% ★, Pirates 22.2% ★, Naval Combat 17.1% ★, Sailing 15.6% ★, Action-Adventure 6%
- #31 Tempest: Pirate Action RPG
77% matchMixed69% of 2,603 reviews2016
Dev: HeroCraftPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.3 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 35.5% ★, Naval 23.8% ★, Sailing 11.8% ★, Open World 7.2%, Action RPG 4.8%
- #32 Captain Bones : A Pirate's Journey
74% matchVery Positive82% of 375 reviews2025
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 21.3% ★, Naval 19.6% ★, Naval Combat 18.6% ★, Sailing 14.1% ★, Open World 6.7%
- #33 Pirate Commander
75% 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 31.5% ★, Naval Combat 23% ★, Sailing 16.2% ★, Open World 7.7%, Trading 4.5%
- #34 Winds Of Trade
76% matchMixed62% of 178 reviews2017
Dev: Rhombico Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Winds Of Trade is a strategy game about running an ocean trading company in the 18th and 19th centuries. Building your trading empire will not be your only goal! Ruthless pirates, shady smugglers, wartime and fierce competitors will make the way to the top a long and hard road for you!
Why similar: Pirates 24% ★, Naval 21.4% ★, Naval Combat 15.9% ★, Sailing 15.2% ★, Trading 10.4%
- #35 Neverseas
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Foamy Brew Productions
Windows
Neverseas is a tactical action-RPG set in an open sea world. Command your ship, engage in battles, explore the lands beyond the ocean gates, and shape a global conflict between empires. Will you uncover the secrets of the seas—or vanish with your crew in this ruthless war?
Why similar: Pirates 21.3% ★, Naval Combat 19.7% ★, Naval 17.6% ★, Sailing 13.7% ★, Sandbox 5.2%
- #36 Sail of Dreams
73% 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: Pirates 25.9% ★, Naval Combat 25.8% ★, Sailing 17.6% ★, Naval 16.7% ★, Open World 4.5%
- #37 Sea Dogs
75% 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: Pirates 22% ★, Naval Combat 20.4% ★, Naval 20.3% ★, Sailing 15% ★, Open World 5.9%
- #38 Sea Of Rifts
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Out Of Bounds Games ApS
Windows
In this naval sandbox RPG you assemble a motley crew of misfits and sail into a broken ocean to solve the mystery of why the world is falling apart. Engage in tense ship to ship combat and experience a new unique story every time you play. The helm is yours Captain.
Why similar: Pirates 21.6% ★, Sailing 17.9% ★, Naval 16.6% ★, Naval Combat 13.8% ★, Open World 7.9%
- #39 Piratopia
73% 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 26% ★, Naval Combat 22.6% ★, Naval 17.1% ★, Sailing 15.9% ★, Open World 6.2%
- #40 Captain Goose
72% 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: Pirates 28.8% ★, Naval Combat 24.6% ★, Naval 24.6% ★, Sailing 14.6% ★, Action 2.2%
- #41 Pirate Dragons
72% 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 32.7% ★, Naval 18.2% ★, Naval Combat 11.4% ★, Open World 9.4%, RPG 4.8%
- #42 World of Sea Battle
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 7,228 reviews2025
Dev: Thera Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 26.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Set sail in World of Sea Battle, an action-packed open-world MMO in the Golden Age of Sail! Command historic ships, battle in PvP & PvE, shape the economy, and engage in territorial guild wars in your quest for glory across the high seas!
Why similar: Pirates 22.1% ★, Naval Combat 20.7% ★, Naval 20.6% ★, Sailing 15% ★, Open World 7.3%
- #43 Salt 2: Shores of Gold
69% matchVery Positive85% of 2,262 reviews2025
Dev: Lavaboots Studios
Windows
Median: 2.4 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: Pirates 27% ★, Sailing 20.3% ★, Naval 19.5% ★, Open World 10.2%, Sandbox 6.2%
- #44 Blackwake
71% 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 35.7% ★, Naval Combat 26.7% ★, Naval 24.2% ★, Sailing 8.3% ★, Open World 2.8%
- #45 Buccaneers! The New Age of Piracy
71% 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 28.1% ★, Naval 25.6% ★, Sailing 19% ★, Open World 8.9%, Action RPG 5.8%
- #46 Caribbean Marque
71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Tofu Interactive
Windows
Sail the open seas of the Caribbean in this light RPG game and experience the thrill of hunting down pirates or being a pirate! Along the way discover a cast of characters good and evil. Upgrade your crew and ship to become the most infamous pirate or maybe resist the temptation.
Why similar: Pirates 24% ★, Naval Combat 20.7% ★, Sailing 16.6% ★, Trading 11.4%, Open World 6.9%
- #47 Curse of Pirates
68% 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: Pirates 27.8% ★, Naval Combat 24.2% ★, Naval 23.1% ★, Sailing 15.8% ★, Action RPG 3.4%
- #48 Port Royale 4
70% matchMixed57% of 2,092 reviews2020
Dev: Gaming MindsPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Set sail and join the colonial powers of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands in their fight for supremacy of the Caribbean in the 17th century.
Why similar: Pirates 24.4% ★, Naval 19% ★, Naval Combat 16.4% ★, Trading 14.8%, Sailing 14.3% ★
- #49 Seven Seas: Adventures
68% match8 user reviews25% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Concept Games
Windows
Welcome to the Seven Seas: Adventures! Set sail and chart your course to fame, fortune, and adventure in this unique age of sail sandbox game!
Why similar: Pirates 28.4% ★, Naval 24.5% ★, Naval Combat 15.1% ★, Open World 9%, Sandbox 6%
- #50 Lord Privateer
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Just Don't Games
Windows
Lord Privateer is a single-player, open-world, ship-combat exploration experience. You are the undead captain of a mysterious vessel sent from the afterlife into a somber world ruled by an ultra-powerful ocean tyrant, and it's up to you to lay waste to his seafaring forces and dethrone him forever!
Why similar: Pirates 31.7% ★, Naval Combat 29.8% ★, Open World 9.9%, Action-Adventure 6.1%, Third Person 5.2%
- #51 Rise of Piracy
66% 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: Pirates 23.4% ★, Naval 20.4% ★, Naval Combat 19.2% ★, Sailing 15.5% ★, Open World 5.8%
- #52 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: Pirates 25.8% ★, Naval Combat 24.2% ★, Sailing 19.3% ★, Procedural Generation 6.6%, Third Person 5.9%
- #53 Sail Ships
70% 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 24.5% ★, Pirates 23.7% ★, Naval Combat 21.6% ★, Sailing 17.2% ★, Open World 7.8%
- #54 Furious Seas
68% 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 36.2% ★, Naval Combat 28% ★, Sailing 15.9% ★, Naval 15.4% ★, Action 4%
- #55 The Pirate: Plague of the Dead
69% 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 46.3% ★, Naval Combat 22.7% ★, Naval 20.1% ★, Action 3.5%, Adventure 2.7%
- #56 Age of Magellan: Sail the entire Planet
67% 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 31% ★, Pirates 30.3% ★, Sailing 15.2% ★, Trading 9.5%, Exploration 3.9%
- #57 Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ubisoft SingaporePub: Ubisoft
Windows
The iconic solo pirate adventure returns. Sail the Caribbean as Edward Kenway during the Golden Age of Piracy in this faithfully enhanced remake featuring stunning visuals, upgraded gameplay, and new content.
Why similar: Pirates 23.5% ★, Naval Combat 20.8% ★, Naval 17.7% ★, Sailing 12.1% ★, Open World 7.2%
- #58 SeaDogs Of Nassau
66% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Oni Entertainment
Windows
You're trapped in a world-ending pirate battle royale, where a single loss will see you rapidly age and die. The only cure is a prize held by malevolent voodoo gods. They're not on your side though, they just find your desperate fight for survival entertaining.
Why similar: Naval Combat 27.5% ★, Pirates 25.9% ★, Open World 9.3%, Sandbox 9.1%, Action-Adventure 6.4%