- #1 Pirateer: High Seas
97% 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 36% ★, Naval Combat 32.1% ★, Open World 10.3%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, Adventure 3.5%
- #2 The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
96% matchVery Positive83% of 4,639 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 48.8% ★, Pirates 36.9% ★, Open World 5.3%, Naval 3.2% ★, Adventure 2.2%
- #3 Skull and Bones
96% matchMixed66% of 4,827 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft SingaporePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 26.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 41.9% ★, Pirates 33.3% ★, Open World 11.2%, Exploration 5.2%, Action 3.2%
- #4 Tide of Thieves
95% 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 37.7% ★, Pirates 31.8% ★, Cartoony 6.3%, Action-Adventure 5.4%, Action 3.6%
- #5 Sea Drifter
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: XerxzPub: Xerxz Gaming
Windows
Set sail in a hand-crafted top-down ocean. Hunt pirates, scout fogged islands and claim them for your own, break dungeon-like strongholds, fish the shoals, and upgrade your ship piece by piece — from leaky rowboat to the warship that ends the Drowned King.
Why similar: Naval Combat 36.8% ★, Pirates 32.7% ★, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Adventure 9.4%, Exploration 7.3%
- #6 SeaDogs Of Nassau
94% 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 38.1% ★, Pirates 26.6% ★, Open World 9.4%, Action-Adventure 9%, Exploration 6.3%
- #7 Terror of the Seven Seas
93% matchMostly Positive79% of 108 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 35.2% ★, Pirates 28.8% ★, Open World 9.2%, Action-Adventure 4.9%, Exploration 4.1%
- #8 The Pirate: Plague of the Dead
92% matchMostly Positive78% of 642 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 49.7% ★, Naval Combat 32.9% ★, Action 4.5%, Adventure 3.5%, Naval 3.4% ★
- #9 Eternal Seas
91% 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 31.7% ★, Naval Combat 29.5% ★, Open World 10%, Action-Adventure 6.1%, Third Person 5.2%
- #10 Freedom is Piracy
91% 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 39.2% ★, Pirates 30.2% ★, Action-Adventure 6.8%, Third Person 4.3%, Action 4.1%
- #11 Seablip
90% matchVery Positive82% of 1,118 reviews2024
Dev: Jardar SolliPub: Vibedy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 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 36.3% ★, Naval Combat 33.5% ★, Open World 11.3%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Exploration 4.6%
- #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: Naval Combat 38.2% ★, Pirates 35.5% ★, Open World 6.1%, Naval 4.9% ★, Adventure 4.4%
- #13 Windward
89% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,629 reviews2015
Dev: Tasharen Entertainment Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.1 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 46.4% ★, Pirates 38% ★, Open World 5%, Naval 4.3% ★, Adventure 2.4%
- #14 Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
87% matchVery Positive88% of 9,854 reviews2025
Dev: RGG StudioPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 24.8 hrsMean: 28.7 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 37.5% ★, Pirates 33.2% ★, Action-Adventure 5.9%, Third Person 5.1%, Action 3.6%
- #15 Sea Dogs: Caribbean Tales
88% matchMixed62% of 139 reviews2018
Dev: Akella
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 48%
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 50.1% ★, Pirates 36% ★, Open World 5.7%, Action 4.6%, Naval 3.7% ★
- #16 Pirate Commander
86% 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 38.4% ★, Naval Combat 37.5% ★, Open World 9.2%, Exploration 5.5%, Adventure 4.1%
- #17 Atollo
86% matchPositive87% of 30 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 39.6% ★, Pirates 29.9% ★, Open World 10.4%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, Exploration 5.2%
- #18 Sealubbers
85% 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: Naval Combat 36.6% ★, Pirates 35.6% ★, Open World 11%, Action-Adventure 6.4%, Exploration 4.3%
- #19 Captain's Crew
84% 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 40.1% ★, Naval Combat 23.8% ★, Open World 11.5%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Exploration 5.1%
- #20 Sail Forth
84% matchVery Positive93% of 641 reviews2022
Dev: Festive VectorPub: The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 58%
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 37.3% ★, Pirates 29.4% ★, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Third Person 5.2%, Stylized 5%
- #21 Bottle of Ghouls
83% 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 43.3% ★, Naval Combat 33% ★, Third Person 5.6%, Stylized 4.1%, Action 3.8%
- #22 Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
81% matchVery Positive80% of 28,850 reviews2026
Dev: Ubisoft SingaporePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 26.4 hrsMean: 32.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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: Naval Combat 32.4% ★, Pirates 27.1% ★, Open World 8.8%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Third Person 4.8%
- #23 Age of Magellan: Sail the entire Planet
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Boanerges Games
Windows · Mac
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 48.1% ★, Pirates 34.8% ★, Exploration 4.9%, Action-Adventure 4.6%, Adventure 4.4%
- #24 Seas of Kahtaone
82% 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 39.6% ★, Pirates 33.3% ★, Open World 7%, Magic 4.9%, Exploration 4.7%
- #25 Trails Of Gold Privateers
81% 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 39.2% ★, Pirates 35.2% ★, Action-Adventure 9%, Naval 4.5% ★, Action 3.9%
- #26 Kaperfahrt
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kleinod Games
Windows
Sail an open Caribbean where every choice matters. Plunder ships in fierce naval battles, trade between rival houses, and build yourself from a humble sloop into a feared legend. Kaperfahrt is your pirate sandbox on a grand scale.
Why similar: Naval Combat 39.4% ★, Pirates 38% ★, Open World 11.2%, Exploration 3.6%, Naval 3.6% ★
- #27 StoneTide: Age of Pirates
80% 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 71.1% ★, Pirates 18.8% ★, Action 4.7%, Adventure 4.6%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #28 Total Pirate War
79% 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 38.9% ★, Pirates 32.4% ★, Open World 10.1%, Action-Adventure 6.3%, Exploration 3.8%
- #29 Piratopia
77% 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 37.9% ★, Pirates 32.2% ★, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Open World 7.6%, Exploration 5%
- #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 35.5% ★, Naval Combat 32.4% ★, Open World 11.2%, Naval 4.3% ★, Exploration 3.4%
- #31 Caribbean Marque
78% 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: Naval Combat 34.3% ★, Pirates 29.4% ★, Open World 8.4%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, Cartoony 6.7%
- #32 Tidewake
76% 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 46.1% ★, Pirates 19.4% ★, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Exploration 6.4%, Third Person 5.1%
- #33 Dawn of Piracy: Caribbean Tides
75% 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 33.3% ★, Pirates 28.5% ★, Open World 9.1%, Action-Adventure 6.5%, Third Person 4.7%
- #34 King of Seas
76% matchMixed59% of 778 reviews2021
Dev: 3DCloudsPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.0 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 37.2% ★, Pirates 31.9% ★, Open World 9.2%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Cartoony 4.9%
- #35 WindSail
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Klymverse Games
Windows · Mac
Dive into the open world of WindSail — 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: Naval Combat 39.9% ★, Pirates 30.8% ★, Open World 9.9%, Action-Adventure 4.9%, Exploration 3.8%
- #36 The Pirate: Republic of Nassau
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 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 46.2% ★, Naval Combat 32.7% ★, Action-Adventure 9%, Adventure 5.8%, Exploration 3.7%
- #37 Twilight's Wake
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Simpler Times Studio
Windows
A steam-powered naval adventure where you explore an archipelago where the sun never sets. Trade for fortune, build your flotilla, and uncover the mysteries of the civilization that came before.
Why similar: Pirates 29.7% ★, Naval Combat 24% ★, Open World 15.5%, Adventure 7.7%, Exploration 6.5%
- #38 Blackwake
74% matchVery Positive81% of 26,052 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: Naval Combat 44.6% ★, Pirates 43.9% ★, Naval 4.7% ★, Open World 3.5%, Action 2.5%
- #39 Windward Horizon
72% matchVery Positive80% of 447 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 41.8% ★, Pirates 21.6% ★, Open World 10.9%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, Exploration 5%
- #40 Tattered Sails
73% 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 35.8% ★, Naval Combat 24.2% ★, Open World 11.6%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Third Person 5.7%
- #41 InFlood
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ilya Maslennikov
Windows · Mac
InFlood is a post-apocalyptic open-world RPG. Explore a flooded Earth by ship, visit remote settlements, complete quests, and battle pirates. Change vessels and equip them with engines, sails, weapons, and defensive modules.
Why similar: Naval Combat 44.4% ★, Pirates 20.1% ★, Open World 15.2%, Exploration 6.2%, Adventure 4.7%
- #42 Sail of Dreams
72% 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 44.8% ★, Pirates 33.3% ★, Vehicular Combat 6.2%, Open World 5.7%, Naval 3.4% ★
- #43 Piratopia: Raiders of Pirate Bay
71% 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 30.6% ★, Pirates 29.4% ★, Action-Adventure 11%, Open World 6.9%, Exploration 6.2%
- #44 Mutiny's Wake
70% match1 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Apollo DevLabs
Windows
A hardcore pirate survival game set during the Golden Age of Piracy. Stranded on a hostile island after a mutiny, you must scavenge, hunt, craft, and survive against pirates, wildlife, and dwindling resources.
Why similar: Pirates 41.9% ★, Naval Combat 36.7% ★, Open World 8.2%, Action 3.6%, Exploration 3.2%
- #45 Windrose
67% matchVery Positive87% of 51,977 reviews2026
Dev: Kraken Express
Windows
Median: 20.1 hrsMean: 32.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Embark on a PvE survival adventure in the Age of Piracy. Fight on land and sea, solo or with friends. Build, craft and explore vast open world filled with dark secrets. Master soulslite combat and take on challenging bosses, command your ship and plunder unspoken treasures!
Why similar: Naval Combat 38.7% ★, Pirates 37.5% ★, Open World 7.1%, Exploration 5%, Action-Adventure 3.7%
- #46 Tales Of Eight
71% 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 46% ★, Pirates 35.9% ★, 3D 3.8%, Action 3.1%, Adventure 2.7%
- #47 Sea Struggles
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cutfingers Game
Windows
Engage in naval combat with or against your friends in this frenetic online multiplayer game, where every move is fair game.Collect resources to upgrade your ship and weapons.
Why similar: Naval Combat 45.8% ★, Pirates 35.2% ★, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Action 3.2%, Adventure 2.8%
- #48 Furious Seas
71% 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 46.2% ★, Pirates 44.2% ★, Action 5.9%, Naval 3% ★, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #49 Smoky Sails
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Inkyfox
Windows
Become infamous across the seas. Fight naval battles, sell your loot, upgrade your ship, and hunt for treasure among uncharted islands. A short, handcrafted pirate adventure made by a solo developer.
Why similar: Naval Combat 52.1% ★, Pirates 25.9% ★, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Exploration 7.4%, Stylized 5%
- #50 Pirate Haven
69% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Downunder Games Studio
Windows
Sail the seas as a pirate captain in this challenging roguelike action adventure game! Battle other pirates, search for booty, and upgrade your ship at ports. You can also find ship power-ups and encounter dangerous boss events and storm events.
Why similar: Naval Combat 37.4% ★, Pirates 36.3% ★, Stylized 6%, Action-Adventure 5.7%, Cartoony 5.2%
- #51 Mapama Pirates
69% 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 39.3% ★, Pirates 29.1% ★, Open World 11.1%, Action-Adventure 5.9%, Exploration 5%
- #52 Buccaneers!
68% matchVery Positive82% of 411 reviews2022
Dev: Skyward Digital
Windows
Median: 2.6 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: Naval Combat 35.4% ★, Pirates 34.1% ★, Open World 10.1%, Stylized 5%, Naval 4.8% ★
- #53 Grog 'n Glory
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gaming Bug
Windows
Avast, ye scallywags! Dive headfirst into the rollicking world of "Grog 'n Glory," which thrusts you into the heart of the high seas as a cunning captain. Manage your crew, customize your ship, and navigate the treacherous waters as you plunder and raid your way to infamy. Live the pirate's life.
Why similar: Naval Combat 35.9% ★, Pirates 33.2% ★, Open World 11.3%, Third Person 4.4%, Stylized 3.9%
- #54 Caribbean Tide
67% 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 40.9% ★, Pirates 31.4% ★, Open World 6%, Action-Adventure 5.8%, Exploration 4.9%
- #55 Sea Dogs: To Each His Own
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,361 reviews2012
Dev: BlackMark Studio
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 47.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
1654 AC. The Caribbean. A place of opportunities and mysteries.
Why similar: Pirates 39.1% ★, Naval Combat 35.1% ★, Open World 8%, Third Person 5%, Naval 4.8% ★
- #56 No Quarter
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BallsaurDev
Windows
Sail as a pirate across a Caribbean ocean. Trim to the wind, rake enemy hulls with broadsides, and haul plunder home in a hold you have to pack yourself. Take your vessel from a floating shipwreck to an unsinkable fortress, and make a name for yourself amongst the factions that sail these waters.
Why similar: Pirates 32.9% ★, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Action 10.4%, Adventure 9.5%, Open World 8.9%
- #57 Aye Aye, Captain
68% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: North State Games
Windows
Aye Aye Captain is a game about crewing a ship on the high seas of the 1500 and 1600s. You'll have to manage a crew, provide them with consistent booty, rum, and fight off mutinies all while pillaging vessels of royal navies, other pirates, and trading companies.
Why similar: Naval Combat 43.6% ★, Pirates 38.5% ★, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Open World 4.9%, Action 3.9%
- #58 Waters of Ragnarök
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Polar Region Games
Windows
Waters of Ragnarök is a tactical naval survival game set after the Norse apocalypse. Navigate cursed seas, explore the lands, scavenge the massive corpses of Jötunns, and lead your crew through tactical battles against survivors and monsters in this Norse survival exploration game.
Why similar: Naval Combat 43.5% ★, Pirates 19% ★, Open World 8.5%, Adventure 5.7%, Action-Adventure 5.5%
- #59 Sail Ships
68% 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 37.5% ★, Pirates 30.5% ★, Open World 10%, Vehicular Combat 5.8%, Naval 5% ★