- #1 Skull and Bones
97% 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 29.6% ★, Pirates 26.9% ★, Action RPG 11.1%, Open World 9.8%, Co-op 9.4%
- #2 Forgotten Seas
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 572 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 25.2% ★, Naval Combat 19.5% ★, Swordplay 15.8% ★, Online Co-Op 11.1%, Co-op 9.5%
- #3 A Short Odyssey
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jake S. Del Mastro
Windows
A Third-Person Action RPG where you, a shipwrecked sailor, explore a mysterious island. Engage in sword fights, battle giant boss monsters, and find weapons and equipment to take down an evil sorcerer
Why similar: Pirates 36.7% ★, Swordplay 25.1% ★, Open World 10.2%, Action RPG 8.2%, RPG 5%
- #4 Sealubbers
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Plunder
Windows
Set sail in Sealubbers, a pirate RPG. Command your pirate ship, recruit a crew, battle and board enemy vessels, and hunt for buried treasure. Embark on quests, meet intriguing characters, and forge your legend as the most famous pirate on the high seas.
Why similar: Pirates 32% ★, Naval Combat 28.4% ★, Swordplay 18.2% ★, Open World 10.7%, RPG 3.7%
- #5 Windrose
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Windrose Crew
Windows
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 29.8% ★, Naval Combat 27% ★, Online Co-Op 11.9%, Survival 8%, PvE 6%
- #6 Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
92% 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: Pirates 30.2% ★, Naval Combat 29.5% ★, Action RPG 10.3%, Swordplay 8% ★, Character Customization 5.7%
- #7 Captain!
93% 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 25.4% ★, Swordplay 16.5% ★, Action RPG 14.1%, Naval Combat 12.4% ★, Third Person 5.5%
- #8 Captain Bones: Prologue
91% matchVery Positive86% of 551 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 25.8% ★, Naval Combat 23.5% ★, Swordplay 18.3% ★, Open World 8.5%, Survival 7.9%
- #9 ATLAS
91% matchMixed47% of 42,842 reviews2018
Dev: Grapeshot Games
Windows
Median: 12.5 hrsMean: 112.2 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 29.7% ★, Naval Combat 23.8% ★, Open World 10.8%, Survival 10.3%, Online Co-Op 9.9%
- #10 Blazing Sails
89% matchVery Positive86% of 10,485 reviews2023
Dev: Get Up GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Fight for survival in Blazing Sails, a fast-paced pirate PvP game! Create your own unique pirate and ship. Band together with other players to command your mighty vessel! Explore different game-modes, maps, weapons, ship types and more while eliminating other crews in epic battles on land and sea!
Why similar: Naval Combat 27.6% ★, Pirates 24.4% ★, Online Co-Op 11.5%, Co-op 9.9%, Open World 7.8%
- #11 Lord Privateer
90% 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 36.3% ★, Pirates 33% ★, Open World 11.1%, Third Person 4.4%, Stylized 4%
- #12 Mystical Maritime Adventure
89% 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 33.9% ★, Naval Combat 31.6% ★, Survival 8.9%, Action RPG 8.2%, Open World 6.3%
- #13 Pirate Chips
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bat Sheep Crazy Games
Windows
Pirate Chips is a chaotic multiplayer game where you and your spudmates construct a boatato and fight other pirates in legendary battles.
Why similar: Pirates 36.4% ★, Naval Combat 22.8% ★, Co-op 15.1%, Online Co-Op 13.9%, PvP 5%
- #14 Pixel Pirates
87% 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 31.7% ★, Swordplay 25.9% ★, Naval Combat 25.6% ★, PvE 5.5%, Stylized 4.1%
- #15 Eternal Seas
86% 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 31.9% ★, Naval Combat 25.7% ★, Open World 10.9%, Resource Management 7.4%, Action RPG 7.2%
- #16 Sea of Thieves: 2025 Edition
86% matchVery Positive89% of 367,360 reviews2020
Dev: Rare LtdPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 22.3 hrsMean: 84.5 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 35.2% ★, Open World 14.3%, Online Co-Op 13.9%, Co-op 11.9%, Swordplay 8.1% ★
- #17 Starboard
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: kodiakwhale
Windows
Build your fortune and defend it from others in the ultimate pirate survival game.
Why similar: Naval Combat 34.5% ★, Pirates 33.2% ★, Survival 10%, PvP 6.7%, Character Customization 5.9%
- #18 Pirates Bay
84% 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 27.3% ★, Naval Combat 21.4% ★, Open World 10.2%, Co-op 9.4%, Online Co-Op 6%
- #19 Pirate Commander
84% 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 37.7% ★, Naval Combat 32% ★, Open World 9.9%, Survival 6.5%, Resource Management 6.3%
- #20 Seablip
82% matchVery Positive82% of 1,036 reviews2024
Dev: Jardar SolliPub: Vibedy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Go from humble beginnings to a feared pirate captain in this seafaring open-world adventure! Enhance your reputation as you take on bounties, upgrade your ship, hire a crew and search for treasure, or just go fishing instead!
Why similar: Pirates 37.8% ★, Naval Combat 30.2% ★, Open World 12.7%, Character Customization 7.4%, RPG 3.5%
- #21 Captain Bones : A Pirate's Journey
82% 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 26.1% ★, Pirates 25.7% ★, Swordplay 12.8% ★, Action RPG 8.8%, Open World 8.6%
- #22 Piratopia
83% 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 30.6% ★, Pirates 30% ★, Online Co-Op 8.4%, Open World 7.7%, PvP 7.6%
- #23 Atollo
81% matchPositive85% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: Crudaluna Media
Windows · Mac · Linux
Set sail across a shifting sea in this colorful pixel-art adventure. Battle enemy ships, meet goofy islanders, collect magical eggs and awaken the kraken. A compact, handcrafted, free-to-play game.
Why similar: Naval Combat 34.5% ★, Pirates 30.1% ★, Open World 11.3%, PvE 6.7%, Character Customization 6.5%
- #24 The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
81% 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 47.9% ★, Pirates 41.9% ★, Open World 6.6%, Adventure 1.5%, Action 1.2%
- #25 Pirate Souls
80% matchMixed63% of 110 reviews2022
Dev: Diamond SoulPub: Hitspark
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D Online RPG where you can become the most wanted pirate, the strongest bounty hunter or even the highest-ranking Marine! Customize your character to be uniquely yours, level up and find treasures. Start your adventure in the world of Pirate Souls now!
Why similar: Pirates 29.8% ★, Online Co-Op 12.7%, Open World 12.4%, Action RPG 11.3%, Co-op 9.7%
- #26 Rise of the Ronin
78% matchMixed62% of 9,853 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 17.9 hrsMean: 35.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind "Nioh" and "NINJA GAIDEN."
Why similar: Swordplay 28.2% ★, Action RPG 18.2%, Open World 16.8%, Online Co-Op 8.9%, Third Person 6.7%
- #27 Seafarer
79% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Games Foundation GmbH
Windows
SEAFARER is a game set in the age of sailships where you play as a young captain commanding a merchant ship in search of fame and fortune. This game features a unique sailing mechanic that goes beyond that of other games in the genre.
Why similar: Naval Combat 33% ★, Pirates 15.6% ★, Action RPG 15.4%, Open World 10.4%, PvE 9.4%
- #28 Corsairs Legacy: Naval Mission - Pirate Action RPG
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MaurisPub: Mauris Games OU
Windows
Play as a pirate captain and command your crew through a variety of exciting sea and ground battles, while experiencing an engaging story driven by characters from the original Corsairs Legacy game and its sequel.
Why similar: Pirates 28.1% ★, Naval Combat 27.2% ★, Swordplay 19.7% ★, Action RPG 8.9%, Open World 6.1%
- #29 Blackwake
78% 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: Pirates 41.9% ★, Naval Combat 36.7% ★, Swordplay 8.9% ★, Co-op 7.1%, Open World 3.6%
- #30 Pirateer: High Seas
77% 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 43.1% ★, Naval Combat 33.2% ★, Open World 13.3%, Action-Adventure 3.7%, Third Person 2.5%
- #31 Pirate Dragons
76% 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 39.3% ★, Naval Combat 16% ★, Open World 12.2%, Action RPG 9.9%, RPG 4.8%
- #32 Terror of the Seven Seas
75% 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 33.1% ★, Pirates 31.3% ★, Open World 10.8%, Action RPG 9.1%, Third Person 3.7%
- #33 Windward
77% 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 42.7% ★, Pirates 40.3% ★, Open World 5.8%, Co-op 5.4%, RPG 2.2%
- #34 The Pirate: Republic of Nassau
75% matchNo user 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 45% ★, Naval Combat 27.6% ★, Online Co-Op 5%, RPG 4.9%, Co-op 4.6%
- #35 StoneTide: Age of Pirates
76% matchMixed67% of 42 reviews2020
Dev: StoneTide Entertainment
Windows
Embark on your most immersive, open world, pirate action experience ever! Will you survive the World of StoneTide?
Why similar: Naval Combat 60.4% ★, Pirates 18.4% ★, Co-op 5.8%, Survival 5.4%, RPG 4.7%
- #36 Captain's Crew
74% 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 41.4% ★, Naval Combat 21.2% ★, Open World 12.9%, Survival 12.3%, Action-Adventure 3.6%
- #37 Rise of Piracy
72% matchMostly Positive80% of 355 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 27.2% ★, Naval Combat 26% ★, Diplomacy 21% ★, Action RPG 8.5%, Open World 7.3%
- #38 Cloudsea
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Yeti Ate My Breakfast
Windows
Cloudsea is indie open world action 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: Pirates 33.9% ★, Action RPG 15.9%, Open World 13.2%, Co-op 11%, Third Person 6.1%
- #39 Total Pirate War
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jpmelectronic
Windows
A battle royale game, open world, epic missions. Join the Pirate Adventure in a Universe like no other, full of surprises.
Why similar: Naval Combat 33.6% ★, Pirates 32.4% ★, Diplomacy 12.7% ★, Open World 10.9%, Third Person 3.3%
- #40 Freedom is Piracy
73% 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 37.3% ★, Pirates 33.1% ★, Resource Management 7%, Third Person 5%, PvE 4%
- #41 SeaCret 1
71% matchMixed62% of 101 reviews2025
Dev: Dalas
Windows
Sail into the 17th-century Caribbean in SeaCret 1, a riotous mix of strategy, humor, and adventure! Trade, fight, or govern your way to fame in this sandbox escapade, where every choice brings riches or ridiculousness.
Why similar: Naval Combat 28.4% ★, Pirates 27% ★, Swordplay 17.3% ★, Action RPG 9.8%, Open World 8.9%
- #42 Sea Dogs: Caribbean Tales
74% 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 46.2% ★, Pirates 38.3% ★, Open World 6.5%, RPG 6.1%, Action 2.8%
- #43 Pirate life
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Klym verse game
Windows
Dive into the open world of Pirate Life — an online naval RPG adventure. Build and customize your fleet, craft weapons, and fight thrilling sea battles to become the most fearsome pirate and experience the full depth of pirate life in an open world.
Why similar: Pirates 38.2% ★, Naval Combat 15.9% ★, Online Co-Op 11.9%, PvP 9.9%, PvE 8.3%
- #44 Caribbean Tide
70% 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 32.9% ★, Naval Combat 29.6% ★, Action RPG 11.8%, Survival 7.9%, Third Person 4.8%
- #45 Mapama Pirates
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chaos Development
Windows
Set sail for Mapama and forge your legend! In this pirate MMORPG, command your ship, master professions, explore distant ports, gather resources, and upgrade your vessel. Join or lead guilds and conquer cities across the open seas!
Why similar: Naval Combat 32.6% ★, Pirates 27.9% ★, Open World 11.5%, PvP 6.8%, PvE 6.1%
- #46 Sea Dogs: To Each His Own
72% 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 36.7% ★, Naval Combat 28.5% ★, Action RPG 10%, Open World 8.1%, Character Customization 6.3%
- #47 Tattered Sails
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fiend Interactive
Windows
The Golden Age of Piracy, a time when legends are made or torn down. No trip over the seas is safe and every voyage could be your last. Or... You could find riches, power, and become legend!
Why similar: Pirates 35.6% ★, Naval Combat 20.8% ★, Open World 12.5%, PvP 7.1%, Character Customization 6.2%
- #48 Feral Blue
71% 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 32.2% ★, Naval Combat 28.3% ★, Swordplay 11.6% ★, Open World 8.9%, Survival 6.2%
- #49 DumbSquad
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SCE Games StudioPub: SOUL CAT Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fight and survive in this post-apocalyptic world, infested by wild mutated monsters! Challenge your skill as a Hunter against these dangerous beasts!
Why similar: Online Co-Op 19.8%, Co-op 15.7%, Action RPG 14.8%, Survival 10.1%, PvE 9.4%
- #50 King of Seas
70% 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 32.1% ★, Pirates 31.7% ★, Action RPG 11.6%, Open World 9.9%, PvE 6.2%
- #51 Pirates Redemption
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Raccoons Studio
Windows
Conquer the Caribbean like never before. Fight dangerous battles on the high seas or on land. Grab your friends to collect valuable booty in multiplayer mode. Build a stronghold and rule the procedurally generated world as you see fit. Become the most notorious buccaneer of the Pirates Republic.
Why similar: Pirates 24% ★, Open World 12%, Online Co-Op 11.8%, Co-op 10.9%, Character Customization 9.2%
- #52 IfSunSets
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,127 reviews2024
Dev: POLYMORPHPub: Smilegate
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 28.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
「IfSunSets」 is a survival RPG adventure game. During the day, secure necessary supplies across the island, and survive the night against strong and terrifying monsters that track you down. You can utilize resources you've secured to build a base to fend off threatening monsters.
Why similar: Pirates 28.6% ★, Online Co-Op 13.4%, Action RPG 11.7%, Co-op 10.9%, Open World 10.7%
- #53 Absentis
67% matchMixed67% of 18 reviews2025
Dev: storkyproduct
Windows
Survive in a world consumed by darkness! Explore the desolated lands, battle monsters and powerful bosses, upgrade your shelter, and grow stronger with every expedition. Melee combat only—pure hardcore!
Why similar: Swordplay 26.4% ★, Action RPG 16.4%, Open World 12.8%, Character Customization 10.1%, Survival 9.9%
- #54 Rum Skulls
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: thrilldawill
Windows
Embark on an epic open-world survival pirate adventure in Rum Skulls. Sail the high seas, form a pirate crew, conquer islands, and face deadly sea monsters. Become the most feared pirate captain in the Caribbean!
Why similar: Pirates 30.9% ★, Action RPG 18.3%, Survival 9%, RPG 8.2%, Open World 7.6%
- #55 Tidewake
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lunar Studios
Windows
Enter the uncharted seas of TideWake in this single player naval roguelite. Explore uncharted oceans and defend your vessel from dangerous foes. Collect and customize your ship with powerful parts and mystical trinkets to become the most powerful pirate in history! Sink into chaos. Rise a legend.
Why similar: Naval Combat 40.9% ★, Pirates 19.9% ★, Character Customization 9.3%, PvE 9.2%, Third Person 5.6%
- #56 Champion of Andia
66% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: DCJ Group LLC
Windows
Step into a dynamic Action RPG Arena Fighter set in a medieval fantasy realm. Create your champion, battle waves of enemies and level up with friends in solo or cooperative play. Earn gold for powerful gear and powerups!
Why similar: Swordplay 27.5% ★, Online Co-Op 15.9%, Co-op 11.5%, Action RPG 10.5%, PvP 8.2%
- #57 Caribbean Legend
65% 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 36.5% ★, Naval Combat 23.8% ★, Open World 12.4%, Action RPG 9.7%, Character Customization 5.5%
- #58 Risen 2: Dark Waters
68% matchMostly Positive80% of 6,647 reviews2012
Dev: Piranha BytesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Set several years after the end of Risen, raging titans have devastated the world and pushed humanity to the brink of existence. Subsequently, monstrous creatures have risen from the watery depths of the sea and their attacks have brought all seafaring to a grinding halt.
Why similar: Pirates 59.5% ★, Open World 15.6%, RPG 9.4%, Third Person 6.1%, Action RPG 4.4%
- #59 Windward Horizon
64% 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 37.9% ★, Pirates 22.6% ★, Co-op 13.5%, Open World 12.4%, Exploration 3.7%