- #1 Eternal Seas
97% 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 23.4% ★, Naval Combat 22.6% ★, Naval 17.3% ★, Sailing 14% ★, Third Person 4.3%
- #2 The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
96% matchVery Positive83% of 4,579 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 40.6% ★, Pirates 29.5% ★, Naval 15.4% ★, Sailing 8.8% ★, Adventure 2%
- #3 Seas of Kahtaone
96% 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 28.9% ★, Pirates 23.3% ★, Sailing 21% ★, Naval 19.2% ★, PvE 2.8%
- #4 Terror of the Seven Seas
95% matchMostly Positive79% of 99 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 27.7% ★, Pirates 21.8% ★, Sailing 19.4% ★, Naval 15.2% ★, Action-Adventure 3.1%
- #5 Captain Goose
94% matchPositive86% 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 29.4% ★, Pirates 24.5% ★, Naval 20% ★, Sailing 16.4% ★, Action 2.6%
- #6 King of Seas
94% matchMixed59% of 767 reviews2021
Dev: 3DCloudsPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.2 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 26.7% ★, Pirates 22% ★, Sailing 18.3% ★, Naval 16.7% ★, Action-Adventure 3.9%
- #7 Sea Dogs: Caribbean Tales
93% matchMixed61% of 136 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 39.3% ★, Pirates 27.1% ★, Naval 16.9% ★, Sailing 11.2% ★, Action 3.9%
- #8 Furious Seas
92% 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 32.7% ★, Pirates 30.1% ★, Sailing 17.4% ★, Naval 12.3% ★, Action 4.6%
- #9 Windward
91% 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 37.2% ★, Pirates 29.2% ★, Naval 19.8% ★, Sailing 8.3% ★, Adventure 2%
- #10 Piratopia: Raiders of Pirate Bay
91% 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 Combat 21.9% ★, Pirates 20.2% ★, Naval 19.9% ★, Sailing 18.7% ★, Action-Adventure 6.3%
- #11 Feral Blue
90% 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: Naval Combat 24.5% ★, Pirates 23.2% ★, Naval 21.3% ★, Sailing 20.7% ★, Adventure 3.3%
- #12 Piratopia
89% 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 28.5% ★, Pirates 23.3% ★, Sailing 18.7% ★, Naval 14.7% ★, Action-Adventure 5.1%
- #13 Fluffy Sailors
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 38 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 31.4% ★, Pirates 22.9% ★, Sailing 18.9% ★, Naval 15% ★, Stylized 2.5%
- #14 Blood and Gold: Caribbean!
88% matchMixed60% of 1,276 reviews2015
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 9.3 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 43.6% ★, Naval 21.2% ★, Sailing 16% ★, Naval Combat 12.8% ★, Adventure 2.6%
- #15 Sea Dogs: To Each His Own
87% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,350 reviews2012
Dev: BlackMark Studio
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 48.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
1654 AC. The Caribbean. A place of opportunities and mysteries.
Why similar: Pirates 26.8% ★, Naval Combat 25% ★, Naval 19.9% ★, Sailing 17.6% ★, Third Person 3.8%
- #16 Sail Forth
86% matchVery Positive92% of 625 reviews2022
Dev: Festive VectorPub: The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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 29.6% ★, Pirates 22.4% ★, Sailing 22.1% ★, Action-Adventure 4.6%, Third Person 4.4%
- #17 Windward Horizon
85% matchVery Positive81% of 430 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 31.2% ★, Sailing 20.4% ★, Naval 18.4% ★, Pirates 15.5% ★, Action-Adventure 4%
- #18 Block of Rum
86% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2019
Dev: Obi-Wanya
Windows
Block of Rum is a sandbox dedicated to building sailing ships and piracy.
Why similar: Naval Combat 29.6% ★, Naval 21.7% ★, Pirates 21.6% ★, Sailing 21.5% ★, Action 2.3%
- #19 The Caribbean Sail
84% matchVery Positive94% of 524 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 26.2% ★, Naval Combat 26.2% ★, Sailing 23.6% ★, Naval 17% ★, Adventure 2.9%
- #20 Blackwake
84% matchVery Positive81% of 26,040 reviews2020
Dev: Mastfire Studios Pty Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 10.2 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: Naval Combat 33.7% ★, Pirates 32% ★, Naval 20.8% ★, Sailing 9.9% ★, Action 2.1%
- #21 Uncrowned
83% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Hidden Mountain Games
Windows
An Age of Sail action adventure game where you explore, found new colonies, and take on missions starting from absolutely nothing. Take on the world alone or with friends.
Why similar: Naval Combat 28.4% ★, Sailing 25.3% ★, Pirates 16.6% ★, Naval 13.2% ★, Action-Adventure 5.5%
- #22 Mystical Maritime Adventure
82% 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 32.2% ★, Pirates 28.8% ★, Naval 24.2% ★, Sailing 4.1% ★, Adventure 3.9%
- #23 Barbarossa
82% 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: Naval Combat 25.8% ★, Pirates 21.1% ★, Naval 19.7% ★, Sailing 18.6% ★, Third Person 5.1%
- #24 Sail of Dreams
81% 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 34.1% ★, Pirates 24.3% ★, Sailing 21.8% ★, Naval 15% ★, Adventure 2.5%
- #25 Buccaneers!
81% matchVery Positive81% of 397 reviews2022
Dev: Skyward Digital
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: Naval Combat 26.3% ★, Pirates 24.4% ★, Naval 20.7% ★, Sailing 20.2% ★, Stylized 3.6%
- #26 Curse of Pirates
79% matchNo user reviews
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 30.6% ★, Pirates 25% ★, Naval 20.2% ★, Sailing 18.7% ★, Adventure 2%
- #27 The Pirate: Plague of the Dead
80% matchMostly Positive78% of 627 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 42.1% ★, Naval Combat 29% ★, Naval 17.5% ★, Action 4.3%, Adventure 3.3%
- #28 Sailist
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 48 reviews2024
Dev: KOY
Windows
Upgrade your ship and expand your fleet in a thrilling adventure on the infinite seas! Take a relaxing voyage and enjoy the scenery while listening to the soothing sounds of the ocean, or diligently search for other ships to plunder. Live the life of a sailor on the free seas.
Why similar: Naval Combat 29.4% ★, Sailing 24.6% ★, Pirates 16.2% ★, Naval 14.9% ★, Action-Adventure 4%
- #29 Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
76% matchVery Positive88% of 9,151 reviews2025
Dev: Ryu Ga Gotoku StudioPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 26.1 hrsMean: 29.3 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 32.2% ★, Pirates 27.5% ★, Naval 11.9% ★, Sailing 11.4% ★, Third Person 4.8%
- #30 Seas Of Strife
77% 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 27.6% ★, Naval Combat 26.2% ★, Naval 20.2% ★, Sailing 15.7% ★, Adventure 3%
- #31 Unearned Bounty
77% 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 38.8% ★, Naval Combat 24.4% ★, Naval 17.8% ★, Sailing 10.2% ★, Third Person 3.1%
- #32 Sail Ships
78% 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 28.4% ★, Pirates 22.1% ★, Naval 21.9% ★, Sailing 21.1% ★, Action 2.6%
- #33 Pirate Commander
76% 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: Naval Combat 32.5% ★, Pirates 31.8% ★, Sailing 21.4% ★, Adventure 3.9%, Resource Management 3.2%
- #34 Roguebound Pirates
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Redbeak Games
Windows
Loot, upgrade & dominate! In this action roguelike, your inventory IS your ship. Combine weapons to become absurdly powerful, search for epic treasures, and claim your place as a pirate legend!
Why similar: Naval Combat 29.3% ★, Pirates 22.6% ★, Naval 18.3% ★, Sailing 16.8% ★, Action-Adventure 4.2%
- #35 Lord Privateer
75% 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: Naval Combat 39.6% ★, Pirates 30% ★, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Third Person 4.2%, Action 4%
- #36 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: Naval Combat 27.6% ★, Pirates 21.2% ★, Sailing 18% ★, Naval 16.8% ★, Third Person 4.1%
- #37 Sea Dogs: Legendary Edition
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlackMark StudioPub: Akella
Windows
Sandbox RPG with Naval Battles.
Why similar: Naval Combat 24.7% ★, Pirates 23% ★, Naval 19.6% ★, Sailing 18% ★, Conversation 4.9%
- #38 Captain Bones : A Pirate's Journey
72% 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: Naval Combat 26.6% ★, Pirates 21.8% ★, Naval 19.1% ★, Sailing 19% ★, Action-Adventure 4%
- #39 Trails Of Gold Privateers
74% 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 33.3% ★, Pirates 28.8% ★, Naval 22.4% ★, Action-Adventure 6.2%, Action 3.6%
- #40 Corsairs Legacy - Pirate Action RPG & Sea Battles
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,130 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 27.2% ★, Pirates 22.3% ★, Sailing 19.6% ★, Naval 18.6% ★, Action-Adventure 4.2%
- #41 Conqueror of the Seas
73% 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 32.6% ★, Sailing 23.7% ★, Pirates 23.2% ★, Naval 16.2% ★, Atmospheric 2.4%
- #42 Tortuga - A Pirate's Tale
73% matchMixed58% of 164 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 32.5% ★, Pirates 23.8% ★, Naval 21.8% ★, Sailing 19.4% ★, Exploration 1.3%
- #43 World of Sea Battle
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,909 reviews2025
Dev: Thera Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%
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: Naval Combat 28.5% ★, Pirates 21.7% ★, Sailing 19.5% ★, Naval 19.4% ★, Third Person 4%
- #44 Tide of Thieves
71% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Note Missing Games
Windows
Tide of Thieves is a colorful light-hearted top-down action adventure. You take the helm of a pirate ship crewed by a salty old sea captain, a cannoneer who always expect the worse and a witty cartographer, all trying to claim back their treasure.
Why similar: Naval Combat 36.8% ★, Pirates 29.9% ★, Naval 13.8% ★, Action-Adventure 4.3%, Action 3.9%
- #45 Privateer Escape
71% 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: Naval Combat 28.7% ★, Sailing 25.5% ★, Pirates 24.1% ★, Naval 15.3% ★, Adventure 2.5%
- #46 Leonardo's Island
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Danilec
Windows
Build a ship. Load the cannons. Let the chaos begin! Jump into online PvP regattas and naval battles, unlock powerful upgrades, and rule the seas. A well-built ship is the key to victory!
Why similar: Pirates 23.1% ★, Sailing 21% ★, Naval Combat 20.9% ★, Naval 20% ★, Action-Adventure 4.2%
- #47 Pirates Bay
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kraken Ink Studio
Windows
Pirates Bay is a low poly multiplayer open-world pirate adventure filled with numerous mysteries and discoveries. Become a pirate and go on a journey to search the treasures. Cross endless waters and fight with mystical creatures. All of that and even more awaits you in the world of Pirates Bay!
Why similar: Pirates 24.4% ★, Naval Combat 22.9% ★, Sailing 18.8% ★, Naval 16.9% ★, Action-Adventure 4.6%
- #48 Pirate Sagas: The Golden Age
69% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Pirate Sagas
Windows · Linux
Yarrrgh! An old-school pirate game with three historical campaigns in the 17th century Caribbean. Engage and battle enemy ships in turn-based naval and crew-vs-crew battles. Defeat your enemies, raid ports, loot, pillage and earn your place in history!
Why similar: Pirates 30.2% ★, Naval Combat 28.8% ★, Sailing 20.6% ★, Naval 12.5% ★, Story Rich 3.1%
- #49 Princess of Seas
69% 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 33.7% ★, Sailing 23.2% ★, Pirates 16.2% ★, Naval 15.8% ★, Stylized 4.5%
- #50 Sea Dogs
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 169 reviews2018
Dev: Akella
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%
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 29.3% ★, Pirates 22.5% ★, Sailing 20.2% ★, Naval 19.9% ★, Third Person 3.1%
- #51 Bucko
68% 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 28.4% ★, Naval Combat 25.2% ★, Sailing 24.4% ★, Naval 7.8% ★, Adventure 3.4%
- #52 Sid Meier's Pirates!
69% matchVery Positive94% of 7,332 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 48.3% ★, Naval 19% ★, Sailing 16.7% ★, Naval Combat 9.6% ★, Adventure 2.6%
- #53 Caribbean Legend
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,945 reviews2024
Dev: BlackMark Studio
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 53.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 28.5% ★, Naval Combat 22.4% ★, Naval 22.3% ★, Sailing 18.5% ★, Third Person 4.2%
- #54 Bottle of Ghouls
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Desort Games
Windows
RogueLike pirate battles! You are a necromancer spirit who uses your powers to restore your former glory and greatness. Move into enemy ships, board them, use an immortal crew, plunder, destroy and dominate in Bottle of Ghoul.
Why similar: Pirates 36.9% ★, Naval Combat 29.3% ★, Sailing 8.7% ★, Naval 7.6% ★, Third Person 5.4%
- #55 Skull and Bones
67% matchMixed68% of 3,760 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft SingaporePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 29.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 42.3% ★, Pirates 32% ★, Sailing 8.1% ★, Naval 8.1% ★, Action 3.6%
- #56 Ahoy
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Capstan Games
Windows
Ahoy is a multiplayer voyage to the 1780s. Cooperate with fellow captains and officers to explore the West Indies. Trade goods, manage your Player and NPC crew, and engage in ferocious naval battles. Master seamanship to forge a legacy in this historically accurate representation of the Age of Sail.
Why similar: Naval Combat 30.6% ★, Sailing 22.5% ★, Pirates 20.7% ★, Naval 17.4% ★, Action-Adventure 3.2%
- #57 Sailing Wizard
67% 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: Naval Combat 27.8% ★, Sailing 22.6% ★, Pirates 19.6% ★, Naval 18.1% ★, Third Person 3.4%
- #58 Dragons Reef VR
66% 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: Naval Combat 33.5% ★, Pirates 26.6% ★, Sailing 23.9% ★, Naval 11.7% ★, Action 3%
- #59 Legacy of Sail
67% 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 39.7% ★, Naval 24.7% ★, Sailing 24.6% ★, Pirates 10.5% ★, Singleplayer 0.5%