- #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 17.5% ★, Naval Combat 17% ★, Naval 16.8% ★, Sailing 14.7% ★, Trading 9.5%
- #2 Kaperfahrt
96% 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 21.3% ★, Pirates 19.7% ★, Sailing 19.4% ★, Naval 14.5% ★, Trading 9.2%
- #3 Leeway
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Singularity Reach Studios
Windows
Buy cheap, sell dear, and don't sink. Or rob everyone and spend the gold before the navy catches you. Leeway is a physics-first age-of-sail game where every knot of wind and every ton of cargo matters. Peer-to-peer multiplayer.
Why similar: Sailing 23.2% ★, Naval 19.1% ★, Pirates 15.8% ★, Naval Combat 15% ★, Trading 13.6%
- #4 Barbarossa
95% 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: Sailing 18.3% ★, Naval Combat 18.1% ★, Naval 17.9% ★, Pirates 14.7% ★, Trading 11.2%
- #5 Windward
94% 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 27.8% ★, Pirates 21.7% ★, Naval 19.2% ★, Trading 8.8%, Sailing 8.7% ★
- #6 Terror of the Seven Seas
94% 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 21.3% ★, Sailing 20.9% ★, Pirates 16.7% ★, Naval 15.1% ★, Trading 12.1%
- #7 Windward Horizon
93% 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 22.4% ★, Sailing 20.4% ★, Naval 17% ★, Pirates 11% ★, Trading 10.5%
- #8 WindSail
92% 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 22% ★, Sailing 19.5% ★, Pirates 16.2% ★, Naval 15.1% ★, Trading 11.9%
- #9 Caribbean Tide
91% 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: Sailing 21.7% ★, Naval Combat 21.6% ★, Naval 16.7% ★, Pirates 15.9% ★, Trading 10.7%
- #10 Seas of Kahtaone
91% 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: Sailing 23.7% ★, Naval Combat 23.3% ★, Naval 20% ★, Pirates 18.7% ★, Open World 4.6%
- #11 Princess of Seas
89% 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 23% ★, Sailing 22.1% ★, Naval 14% ★, Pirates 11% ★, Open World 7.1%
- #12 Winds Of Trade
90% 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: Sailing 20.1% ★, Naval 19% ★, Pirates 17.1% ★, Naval Combat 16.1% ★, Trading 12.8%
- #13 Seas Of Strife
89% 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 19.9% ★, Naval Combat 19% ★, Naval 19% ★, Sailing 15.9% ★, Open World 7.4%
- #14 Feral Blue
88% matchMixed52% of 245 reviews2019
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
The old world has drowned after the Second Flood. Now, only few survivors are fighting for the new gold - clean water, wood and soil. Become a ship's captain, keep your crew alive and create your sea empire!
Why similar: Sailing 22.9% ★, Naval 21.8% ★, Naval Combat 19.4% ★, Pirates 18.2% ★, Open World 5.5%
- #15 Sea Dogs: To Each His Own
86% 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 21.1% ★, Naval 20.5% ★, Naval Combat 19.8% ★, Sailing 19.5% ★, Sandbox 5.7%
- #16 Caribbean Legend: Age of Pirates
84% matchMostly Positive72% of 668 reviews2026
Dev: ReCon TeamPub: BlackMark Studio
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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: Naval 22.4% ★, Pirates 19.7% ★, Sailing 18.7% ★, Naval Combat 12.4% ★, Sandbox 6.8%
- #17 Maritime Calling
86% matchMixed57% of 40 reviews2022
Dev: Tiamat GamesPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Command a ship on a perilous voyage to the New World. Manage your crew, supplies, morale and repairs, navigate procedurally generated seas, fight tactical naval battles, and lead text-based island expeditions where every decision can shape the fate of your journey.
Why similar: Sailing 19.9% ★, Naval Combat 17.8% ★, Naval 15.4% ★, Pirates 12.8% ★, Colony Sim 12.5%
- #18 The Caribbean Sail
85% matchVery Positive94% of 534 reviews2017
Dev: Victorian Clambake
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Name your crew, purchase supplies, sail the world, harpoon fish, plunder your enemies, die horribly, unlock a new Captain and do it all over again!
Why similar: Sailing 26.1% ★, Naval Combat 20.8% ★, Pirates 20.5% ★, Naval 17.3% ★, Open World 6.1%
- #19 Caribbean Legend
83% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,263 reviews2024
Dev: BlackMark Studio
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 47.3 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 20.6% ★, Naval 20.4% ★, Sailing 18.1% ★, Naval Combat 16.1% ★, Open World 7.6%
- #20 Block of Rum
84% matchMixed67% of 36 reviews2019
Dev: Obi-Wanya
Windows
Block of Rum is a sandbox dedicated to building sailing ships and piracy.
Why similar: Sailing 24.1% ★, Naval Combat 23.7% ★, Naval 22.5% ★, Pirates 17.2% ★, Open World 5.2%
- #21 Buccaneers!
82% 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: Sailing 22.1% ★, Naval 20.9% ★, Naval Combat 20.5% ★, Pirates 18.9% ★, Open World 6.6%
- #22 Dawn of Piracy: Caribbean Tides
82% 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: Sailing 20.6% ★, Naval Combat 20.5% ★, Naval 18.9% ★, Pirates 16.7% ★, Open World 6.3%
- #23 Storm Seas
81% matchMixed56% of 18 reviews2026
Dev: Dclares Dev
Windows
Build a trading empire across an open 18th-century Caribbean. Master dynamic markets, upgrade your ship, and create a profitable supply chain.
Why similar: Sailing 25.1% ★, Naval 20.2% ★, Naval Combat 18.2% ★, Trading 17.4%, Open World 6.4%
- #24 Sid Meier's Pirates!
81% matchVery Positive94% of 7,534 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 34.6% ★, Naval 17.8% ★, Sailing 17.1% ★, Open World 8.5%, Naval Combat 7.3% ★
- #25 Pirate Commander
80% 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 25.1% ★, Pirates 24.5% ★, Sailing 23.1% ★, Open World 6.9%, Trading 6%
- #26 Mystical Maritime Adventure
79% 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 26.2% ★, Naval 25.4% ★, Pirates 23.2% ★, Open World 4.7%, Sailing 4.7% ★
- #27 Sea Of Rifts
78% 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: Sailing 25.2% ★, Naval Combat 18.9% ★, Naval 15.7% ★, Pirates 10.9% ★, Open World 7.1%
- #28 Port Royale 4
78% matchMixed57% of 2,136 reviews2020
Dev: Gaming MindsPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Sailing 19.3% ★, Trading 18.9%, Pirates 17.9% ★, Naval 17.4% ★, Naval Combat 17.2% ★
- #29 Sea Dogs: Caribbean Tales
79% 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 34.1% ★, Pirates 23.4% ★, Naval 19% ★, Sailing 13.6% ★, RPG 5.5%
- #30 Marque & Reprisal
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Iron Pagoda
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore. Trade. Fish. Whale. Colonize. Fight. Pillage. Survive. You are a sea captain in the year 1522, and the whole world is yours to discover in this roguelike sandbox historical sailing simulator.
Why similar: Sailing 26.1% ★, Pirates 17.3% ★, Trading 14.1%, Naval Combat 13.5% ★, Naval 10.2% ★
- #31 King of Seas
77% 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 23.5% ★, Sailing 22.5% ★, Pirates 19.3% ★, Naval 19% ★, Open World 6.5%
- #32 Pirateer: High Seas
76% 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 27.3% ★, Naval Combat 25.5% ★, Trading 21.8%, Sailing 11.4% ★, Open World 9.1%
- #33 The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
76% 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 37.4% ★, Pirates 27% ★, Naval 18.3% ★, Sailing 11.2% ★, Open World 4.6%
- #34 Sail of Dreams
75% 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 28.3% ★, Sailing 25.2% ★, Pirates 20.1% ★, Naval 16.1% ★, Open World 4%
- #35 InFlood
74% 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 28.4% ★, Sailing 27.4% ★, Pirates 12.3% ★, Open World 10.9%, Trading 10%
- #36 World of Sea Battle
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 8,609 reviews2025
Dev: Thera Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 25.8 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: Naval Combat 22.5% ★, Sailing 22.2% ★, Pirates 17.5% ★, Trading 12.3%, Open World 6.9%
- #37 Sea Dogs: Legendary Edition
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlackMark StudioPub: Akella
Windows
Sandbox RPG with Naval Battles.
Why similar: Naval 19.8% ★, Sailing 19.7% ★, Naval Combat 19.3% ★, Pirates 17.9% ★, Open World 6.6%
- #38 Blood and Gold: Caribbean!
75% matchMixed60% of 1,278 reviews2015
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 12.0 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 37% ★, Naval 23.4% ★, Sailing 19.1% ★, Naval Combat 11% ★, RPG 3.2%
- #39 Neverseas
73% 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 21.8% ★, Sailing 19.8% ★, Naval 17.2% ★, Pirates 16.7% ★, Sandbox 5.8%
- #40 Seven Seas: Adventures
73% 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: Naval 22.9% ★, Pirates 21.3% ★, Naval Combat 16% ★, Colony Sim 13.8%, Open World 7.9%
- #41 All A Broadside
73% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: All A Broadside Dev
Windows
A free-form sandbox sailing RPG featuring a large open world, detailed sailing physics, and emergent NPC simulation. Make friends and enemies as you set sail with your goblin crew - but life at sea only ever ends in two ways... fortune or ruin.
Why similar: Sailing 24.2% ★, Naval 19.3% ★, Naval Combat 19% ★, Pirates 17.3% ★, Sandbox 6.4%
- #42 Corsairs Legacy - Pirate Action RPG & Sea Battles
72% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,212 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: Sailing 21.7% ★, Naval Combat 21.5% ★, Naval 19.1% ★, Pirates 17.5% ★, Open World 6.6%
- #43 Freedom is Piracy
71% 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 28.9% ★, Sailing 23.3% ★, Pirates 21.3% ★, Naval 19.4% ★, Third Person 3.8%
- #44 Salt 2: Shores of Gold
69% matchVery Positive85% of 2,349 reviews2025
Dev: Lavaboots Studios
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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: Sailing 29.5% ★, Pirates 21.3% ★, Naval 19% ★, Open World 9.4%, Sandbox 6.9%
- #45 Sail Forth
70% 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: Sailing 27.4% ★, Naval Combat 26.2% ★, Pirates 19.7% ★, Procedural Generation 6.8%, Relaxing 4.6%
- #46 Tortuga - A Pirate's Tale
70% matchMixed57% of 169 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 26.4% ★, Naval 22.8% ★, Sailing 22% ★, Pirates 19.2% ★, Sandbox 4%
- #47 Following Seas
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 160 reviews2025
Dev: Whipstaff Games
Windows
Following Seas is a game about ships and the sea. Transport cargo, fish, and fight the weather in an unforgiving open world. Featuring elements of realistic ship management, you can use the stars to navigate, batten the hatches, and get lost beyond the edges of the map.
Why similar: Sailing 27.7% ★, Naval 24.9% ★, Trading 17%, Pirates 12.3% ★, Open World 6.7%
- #48 Port Royale 3
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,588 reviews2012
Dev: Gaming Minds StudiosPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The Caribbean, in the turbulent 17th Century. The mighty kingdoms of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands fight over the colonies. And there you are, a young sea captain whose only goal is to become the most powerful man in the New World.
Why similar: Trading 27.1%, Pirates 23% ★, Naval 18.2% ★, Sailing 11.8% ★, Naval Combat 11.3% ★
- #49 Naval Action
70% matchMixed52% of 14,799 reviews2019
Dev: Bermuda Computer Club
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 89.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Or were you deaf or were you blind when you left your two fine legs behind, Or was it sailing on the sea when you got the cannonball to your knee, I too was young and I was slim and I had a leg for every limb, But now I’ve got no legs at all, they were both shot away by a cannonball.
Why similar: Sailing 26% ★, Naval Combat 24.2% ★, Naval 21.1% ★, Pirates 18.4% ★, Open World 7%
- #50 Sail Ships
71% 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: Sailing 24.5% ★, Naval Combat 23.6% ★, Naval 23.5% ★, Pirates 18.3% ★, Open World 7.1%
- #51 Captain Goose
68% matchPositive84% of 43 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 28.1% ★, Naval 24.7% ★, Pirates 23.2% ★, Sailing 21.9% ★, Third Person 1.2%
- #52 Sea Dogs
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 172 reviews2018
Dev: Akella
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.4 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 24.1% ★, Sailing 23.2% ★, Naval 21.1% ★, Pirates 18.3% ★, Open World 5.7%
- #53 Blackwake
68% 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 30.2% ★, Pirates 28.4% ★, Naval 24.1% ★, Sailing 12.3% ★, Open World 2.6%
- #54 In the Same Boat
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Plouf
Windows
Embark on an adventure across the ocean! In this captivating cooperative sailing game, one player commands the ship, while the other is confined to the captain's cabin, solely navigating with the map. Successfully completing your missions will require the crew's adept communication and skill.
Why similar: Sailing 28.1% ★, Naval Combat 22% ★, Pirates 15.2% ★, Naval 13% ★, Open World 6.2%
- #55 Age of Magellan: Sail the entire Planet
67% 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 34.3% ★, Pirates 23.7% ★, Sailing 22.1% ★, Trading 12.9%, Exploration 4.3%
- #56 Skull and Bones
65% 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 34.5% ★, Pirates 26.2% ★, Open World 10.3%, Sailing 9.3% ★, Naval 8.5% ★
- #57 Rise of Piracy
64% matchMostly Positive80% of 532 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: Sailing 22.7% ★, Naval Combat 21.5% ★, Naval 20.2% ★, Pirates 18.6% ★, Sandbox 6.1%
- #58 Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
64% 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 28.6% ★, Pirates 24.3% ★, Sailing 14.1% ★, Naval 13.6% ★, Third Person 4.7%