- #1 Princess of Seas
97% 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: Sailing 23.5% ★, Naval Combat 16.3% ★, Naval 12% ★, Pirates 11.9% ★, Procedural Generation 8.1%
- #2 Eternal Seas
96% 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 21.6% ★, Sailing 17.9% ★, Naval 16.6% ★, Naval Combat 13.8% ★, Open World 7.9%
- #3 The Caribbean Sail
96% matchVery Positive94% of 528 reviews2017
Dev: Victorian Clambake
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Name your crew, purchase supplies, sail the world, harpoon fish, plunder your enemies, die horribly, unlock a new Captain and do it all over again!
Why similar: Sailing 27.9% ★, Pirates 22.3% ★, Naval 15% ★, Naval Combat 14.7% ★, Open World 6.5%
- #4 Caribbean Legend
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,048 reviews2024
Dev: BlackMark Studio
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 54.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
An open-world RPG, set in the Golden Age of Caribbean piracy. Embark on a 200-hour-long adventure, plunder cities and ships, explore the unknown, discover treasures, forge friendships, earn bounties on your head, and charm the ladies on your path to ultimate freedom!
Why similar: Pirates 22% ★, Sailing 19.5% ★, Naval 17.5% ★, Naval Combat 11.5% ★, Open World 8%
- #5 Feral Blue
95% 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: Sailing 25% ★, Pirates 20.2% ★, Naval 19.2% ★, Naval Combat 14.1% ★, Sandbox 6.2%
- #6 Sailist
93% matchMostly Positive73% of 49 reviews2024
Dev: KOY
Windows
Expand your fleet and embark on a thrilling adventure across infinite seas! From serene healing voyages to strategic raids, carve your path. Use your spoils to forge a legendary route toward the unknown world beyond the horizon. Complete your destiny!
Why similar: Sailing 24.7% ★, Pirates 16% ★, Naval 15.3% ★, Naval Combat 14.6% ★, Open World 6.8%
- #7 Sea Dogs: To Each His Own
94% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,353 reviews2012
Dev: BlackMark Studio
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 48.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
1654 AC. The Caribbean. A place of opportunities and mysteries.
Why similar: Pirates 23.4% ★, Sailing 21.4% ★, Naval 18% ★, Naval Combat 14.4% ★, Sandbox 7.2%
- #8 Seas Of Strife
92% 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 22.6% ★, Sailing 17.9% ★, Naval 17.2% ★, Naval Combat 14.2% ★, Open World 8.3%
- #9 Buccaneers!
91% matchVery Positive82% of 401 reviews2022
Dev: Skyward Digital
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Become a fearless captain in Buccaneers!, a classic pirate RPG. Join a band of pirates or a naval power and fight for supremacy in the Caribbean. Build and customise your fleet to take on any foe and rewrite history!
Why similar: Sailing 23.9% ★, Pirates 20.8% ★, Naval 18.3% ★, Naval Combat 14.8% ★, Sandbox 7.2%
- #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 27.9% ★, Pirates 22.3% ★, Naval 19% ★, Naval Combat 18.2% ★, Open World 5.5%
- #11 Windward
90% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,625 reviews2015
Dev: Tasharen Entertainment Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Windward is an action-filled multiplayer sandbox game that puts you in control of a ship sailing the high seas of a large procedurally-generated world.
Why similar: Pirates 27.2% ★, Naval Combat 22.8% ★, Naval 19.1% ★, Sailing 10.8% ★, Sandbox 6.8%
- #12 King of Seas
89% matchMixed59% of 771 reviews2021
Dev: 3DCloudsPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 60%
King of Seas is an ARPG adventure game set in a nautical pirate world. Embark on an epic adventure across the seven seas where you’ll discover lost islands and treasures, fight rival pirates and menacing monsters, and become the most legendary pirate of all time!
Why similar: Sailing 23.9% ★, Pirates 20.7% ★, Naval Combat 16.6% ★, Naval 16.3% ★, Procedural Generation 7.7%
- #13 Block of Rum
89% matchMixed67% of 36 reviews2019
Dev: Obi-Wanya
Windows
Block of Rum is a sandbox dedicated to building sailing ships and piracy.
Why similar: Sailing 26.7% ★, Naval 20% ★, Pirates 19.2% ★, Naval Combat 17.4% ★, Open World 5.8%
- #14 Abandon Ship
88% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,344 reviews2019
Dev: Fireblade Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Take command of an 'Age of Sail' ship and her crew, exploring a vast, story-filled world that reacts to your decisions. Engage enemy vessels, fortifications and sea monsters in brutal tactical combat, all framed in an art style inspired by classic Naval Oil Paintings.
Why similar: Pirates 18.6% ★, Lovecraftian 18.4%, Naval 16.9% ★, Naval Combat 15.2% ★, Open World 6.1%
- #15 Salt 2: Shores of Gold
86% matchVery Positive85% of 2,262 reviews2025
Dev: Lavaboots Studios
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Salt 2 is a pirate-themed open world adventure focused on exploration, crafting, and survival. Play solo or with up to 5 friends, sailing the sea with your ship as a mobile base. Discover islands full of quests, towns, caves, and secrets. Level up, craft gear, hunt, fish, and customize your ship.
Why similar: Sailing 29.5% ★, Pirates 21.4% ★, Naval 15.4% ★, Open World 9.4%, Sandbox 7.9%
- #16 Blood and Gold: Caribbean!
87% matchMixed60% of 1,277 reviews2015
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
'Blood & Gold: Caribbean!' is a blend of economic strategy and open-world RPG, set in the pirate era of XVII Century Caribbean. The game is based on the significantly improved Mount & Blade: Warband engine.
Why similar: Pirates 39.7% ★, Sailing 20.3% ★, Naval 20% ★, Naval Combat 7.7% ★, RPG 2.9%
- #17 Windward Horizon
85% matchVery Positive80% of 438 reviews2025
Dev: Tasharen Entertainment Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Trade, quest, fight, or simply set sail and enjoy the ambiance in this charming open world naval RPG. Sequel to Tasharen's fan favorite game Windward released on Steam in 2015.
Why similar: Sailing 25.6% ★, Naval Combat 18.6% ★, Naval 17.2% ★, Pirates 14% ★, Open World 8.3%
- #18 Sid Meier's Pirates!
86% matchVery Positive94% of 7,425 reviews2005
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Sail the Caribbean, marauding all on the high seas or ally your ship and crew as a privateer in search of riches - the life you choose is up to you. Face dogged enemies, raid unsuspecting villages, woo fair maidens, avoid capture or dig for buried treasure. Discover what it takes to become one of the most famous pirates in history!
Why similar: Pirates 38.7% ★, Sailing 18.7% ★, Naval 15.7% ★, Open World 9.3%, Naval Combat 5.2% ★
- #19 Barbarossa
84% 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 23.1% ★, Pirates 18.9% ★, Naval 18.2% ★, Naval Combat 15.2% ★, Open World 8.3%
- #20 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 27.1% ★, Sailing 25.5% ★, Naval Combat 18.3% ★, Management 7.9%, Open World 7.7%
- #21 Neverseas
83% 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: Sailing 21.2% ★, Pirates 18% ★, Naval Combat 15.5% ★, Naval 14.8% ★, Procedural Generation 7.2%
- #22 Caribbean Legend: Age of Pirates
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 472 reviews2026
Dev: ReCon TeamPub: BlackMark Studio
Windows
You are the captain and owner of your own ship—the finest fate one could hope for in the 17th century Caribbean. Unlimited sandbox experience. 60 hours of content. A unique genre blending naval combat, land exploration, and global map. Think Sid Meier's Pirates! meets Bannerlord.
Why similar: Pirates 23% ★, Sailing 21.6% ★, Naval 20.9% ★, Naval Combat 9.5% ★, Sandbox 9%
- #23 Caribbean Tide
82% 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 26.7% ★, Pirates 19.8% ★, Naval Combat 17.7% ★, Naval 16.6% ★, Management 6.9%
- #24 Terror of the Seven Seas
81% matchMostly Positive79% of 103 reviews2024
Dev: Cutthroat Games
Windows
Become a Mighty Captain in a Age of sail naval combat game, set in all of the Seven Seas! Sail the entire world: conquering, boarding, plundering, exploring and trading along the way! Gather your crew, ready your ship, hoist your sails and enter a world of swashbuckling and piracy!
Why similar: Sailing 26.8% ★, Pirates 21.7% ★, Naval Combat 18.2% ★, Naval 15.6% ★, Open World 8%
- #25 Sea Dogs: Legendary Edition
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlackMark StudioPub: Akella
Windows
Sandbox RPG with Naval Battles.
Why similar: Sailing 21.4% ★, Pirates 19.7% ★, Naval 17.4% ★, Naval Combat 14% ★, Open World 7.3%
- #26 What Lives Below
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Steb
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hunt massive sea monsters armed with just a harpoon and a simple fishing boat! A large scale boss-rush game, currently still in development.
Why similar: Sailing 27.2% ★, Lovecraftian 22.1%, Naval 18.6% ★, Naval Combat 15.4% ★, Open World 4.7%
- #27 Freedom is Piracy
78% 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: Sailing 24.9% ★, Pirates 23% ★, Naval Combat 20.5% ★, Naval 16.7% ★, Stylized 3.8%
- #28 Winds Of Trade
80% 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 24.4% ★, Pirates 21% ★, Naval 18.6% ★, Naval Combat 13% ★, Sandbox 8.9%
- #29 Dawn of Piracy: Caribbean Tides
78% 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 23.8% ★, Pirates 19.5% ★, Naval 17.5% ★, Naval Combat 15.6% ★, Open World 7.3%
- #30 Sea of Survivors
77% matchVery Positive81% of 415 reviews2023
Dev: Nah Yeah Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
In Sea of Survivors, you can sail your ship in any direction but you can never stop moving. Evade and destroy hordes of pirates and sea monsters to gain experience, level up and choose upgrades for your ship. Explore oceans filled with mysterious curses, unlock treasures and fight for survival.
Why similar: Sailing 20.8% ★, Pirates 20.7% ★, Lovecraftian 20.1%, Naval Combat 14.7% ★, Open World 7.8%
- #31 Buccaneers! The New Age of Piracy
77% matchVery Positive81% of 147 reviews2022
Dev: Skyward DigitalPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Witness the rise of piracy in this prologue to Buccaneers!, a classic pirate RPG. Command and customise a powerful warship on PC or in VR and take part in tense naval and land battles that will put your swashbuckling skills to the test.
Why similar: Sailing 29.5% ★, Pirates 23.8% ★, Naval 21.5% ★, Open World 8.7%, Sandbox 6.1%
- #32 World of Sea Battle
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 7,228 reviews2025
Dev: Thera Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 26.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Set sail in World of Sea Battle, an action-packed open-world MMO in the Golden Age of Sail! Command historic ships, battle in PvP & PvE, shape the economy, and engage in territorial guild wars in your quest for glory across the high seas!
Why similar: Sailing 23.3% ★, Pirates 18.8% ★, Naval 17.4% ★, Naval Combat 16.3% ★, Open World 7.2%
- #33 Madness Afloat
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Dynamic Box
Windows
Pilot customizable steamships through a Lovecraftian Polynesian archipelago. Explore and survive handcrafted missions, manage cursed cargo, and balance sanity against power. Face the deep alone or in optional co-op expeditions.
Why similar: Sailing 31% ★, Lovecraftian 23.5%, Naval Combat 16.2% ★, Open World 8.5%, Exploration 5.4%
- #34 Tortuga - A Pirate's Tale
75% matchMixed58% of 165 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: Sailing 23.7% ★, Pirates 20.9% ★, Naval 19.8% ★, Naval Combat 18.9% ★, Sandbox 4.9%
- #35 Bucko
73% 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: Sailing 29.4% ★, Pirates 24.6% ★, Naval Combat 14.4% ★, Open World 7.2%, Naval 7% ★
- #36 Captain's Crew
73% 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 30.2% ★, Sailing 26.6% ★, Naval Combat 12.3% ★, Management 10.9%, Open World 10.1%
- #37 Sail Forth
73% matchVery Positive92% of 636 reviews2022
Dev: Festive VectorPub: The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Sail a fleet of customizable ships across an ocean whose ancient depths have swallowed the key to the mysterious past. Befriend fishfolk to expand your boat crews, take up arms against petulant pirates, and chart a course across an expansive watery world. Will you answer the call of High Adventure?
Why similar: Sailing 30.3% ★, Pirates 22% ★, Naval Combat 19.2% ★, Procedural Generation 9.3%, Stylized 5%
- #38 Mystical Maritime Adventure
72% 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 28.1% ★, Naval 24.5% ★, Naval Combat 20.8% ★, Open World 5.6%, Sailing 5.6% ★
- #39 The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
74% matchVery Positive83% of 4,605 reviews2016
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Hail to the Captain! Sail into the heart of the Caribbean in the Age of Piracy - the time of black flags and white skulls, blue waves and golden opportunities. Hoist the Jolly Roger and grab the steering wheel to sail through battles and raids, ransoms and treasures, to become the Crimson King of the Antilles!
Why similar: Pirates 31.6% ★, Naval Combat 28.7% ★, Naval 17.1% ★, Sailing 13.1% ★, Open World 5.4%
- #40 Sea Dogs: Caribbean Tales
74% matchMixed61% of 137 reviews2018
Dev: Akella
Windows
Sail the rough seas with your tall ship and loyal crew of vicious cutthroats and fierce corsairs. Build up your fleet and capture and rule colonies to become the mightiest pirate of them all! Sea Dogs: Caribbean Tales is a naval game devoted to pirate adventures on the Caribbean seas of the 17th century, aiming to be the ultimate pirate...
Why similar: Pirates 27.6% ★, Naval Combat 26.3% ★, Naval 17.9% ★, Sailing 15.9% ★, RPG 5.7%
- #41 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: Sailing 29.3% ★, Pirates 23.6% ★, Naval Combat 21.8% ★, Naval 15.1% ★, Open World 4.7%
- #42 Tales of Metal
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Amber Crew
Windows
Tales of Metal is an adventure game focused on exploration and set in a world entirely made of METAL. Explore the frozen plains, discover unique ecosystems, and bring back treasures to the leaders of the city. How far will you go to satisfy your hunger for glory?
Why similar: Lovecraftian 30.9%, Sailing 30.2% ★, Top-Down 8.5%, Open World 7.8%, Exploration 6.3%
- #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: Sailing 27% ★, Naval 21.4% ★, Pirates 21% ★, Naval Combat 15% ★, Exploration 6.2%
- #44 Corsairs Legacy - Pirate Action RPG & Sea Battles
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,160 reviews2024
Dev: MaurisPub: Mauris Games OU
Windows
Get ready for ‘Corsairs Legacy’. It’s an open-world adventure in the Caribbean, the historical pirate life simulator. Sail the sea, fight the enemies, and explore islands. Will you rise to become a legendary pirate or meet your end at the hands of your enemies? The choice is yours.
Why similar: Sailing 25% ★, Pirates 20.4% ★, Naval 17.7% ★, Naval Combat 16.5% ★, Sandbox 7.7%
- #45 Fluffy Sailors
70% matchPositive80% of 40 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: Sailing 27% ★, Pirates 23.6% ★, Naval Combat 21.3% ★, Naval 16% ★, Top-Down 4.5%
- #46 Naval Action
71% matchMixed52% of 14,629 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 29.3% ★, Pirates 21% ★, Naval 19.1% ★, Naval Combat 18.1% ★, Open World 7.8%
- #47 Pirates! Showdown: Enhanced Edition
69% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: FlashPoint Games, LLC
Windows
A fast-paced game combining real-time strategy and defense tactics. Face off against the fearsome Red Hand privateers in thrilling head-to-head pirate battles on the high sea! Capture towns, guard towers, and much more to strengthen your defense, buff up your ships, and increase your gold supply!
Why similar: Sailing 32.2% ★, Pirates 26% ★, Naval Combat 15.3% ★, Naval 13.2% ★, Top-Down 6.9%
- #48 Piratopia
69% 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: Sailing 26.9% ★, Pirates 24.1% ★, Naval Combat 19.5% ★, Naval 15.8% ★, Open World 6.7%
- #49 Card Survival:Dark Route
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: HuHu Game
Windows
This is a game set in the Cthulhu Age of Sail, with gameplay centered on card-based survival, construction, and exploration. You will play as an amnesiac survivor, piloting a living ship to explore this mysterious and dangerous fantasy world.
Why similar: Sailing 28.6% ★, Lovecraftian 28.1%, Pirates 11% ★, Naval Combat 8.6% ★, Sandbox 7.5%
- #50 Pixel Piracy
70% matchMixed65% of 7,360 reviews2014
Dev: Vitali Kirpu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on an epic 2D pirate simulator RPG adventure, where you navigate both land and sea. Upgrade your ship, recruit and level up your crew, and uncover hidden treasures as you become a legendary pirate.
Why similar: Sailing 23.5% ★, Pirates 18.6% ★, Naval 15.5% ★, Naval Combat 14% ★, Sandbox 11.3%
- #51 Rise of Piracy
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 448 reviews2026
Dev: IrishJohnGamesPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
The perfect blend of Action, Adventure and RTS. Begin your journey as the lowly captain of a small vessel. End as the commander of a threatening fleet. Rise to glory how you see fit. Trade, fight, recruit, grow, pillage, ally, destroy & conquer.
Why similar: Sailing 25.7% ★, Pirates 21.3% ★, Naval 18.4% ★, Naval Combat 16.2% ★, Sandbox 7.9%
- #52 Pirates Bay
68% 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: Sailing 24.2% ★, Pirates 22.5% ★, Naval 16.2% ★, Naval Combat 13.9% ★, Open World 9%
- #53 Sea Dogs
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 171 reviews2018
Dev: Akella
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Sea Dogs is an epic role-playing game for the pirate in all of us. Return to the age of sail as a young captain looking to make a name in the world. Develop your character from humble beginnings and rise to control all of the islands for your country or yourself.
Why similar: Sailing 26.4% ★, Pirates 21.1% ★, Naval 19.4% ★, Naval Combat 18.2% ★, Open World 6.5%
- #54 Captain Goose
67% matchPositive84% of 42 reviews2023
Dev: DiaMMax Games
Windows
Embark on a dangerous journey with the crew of the brave Captain Goose! The sailors will have to reach the very edge of the World to break a terrible curse. However, the Abyss will do everything possible to prevent this...
Why similar: Pirates 27.1% ★, Sailing 25.2% ★, Naval 23% ★, Naval Combat 21.5% ★, Atmospheric 1.3%
- #55 Ahoy
67% 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: Sailing 28.8% ★, Pirates 19.1% ★, Naval Combat 18.6% ★, Naval 16.6% ★, Open World 7.9%
- #56 Sea of Legends
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Endless Adventures Incorporated
Windows · Mac
Sea of Legends is an open-world top-down isometric tactical RPG bursting with mischief and mayhem, set in the 17th-century Caribbean. Become a pirate on the open waters, plunder ships, sack towns, fight the undead, and maybe break a few hearts!
Why similar: Sailing 25.7% ★, Pirates 25% ★, Naval 18.5% ★, Naval Combat 10.5% ★, Open World 9.2%
- #57 Ships 2022
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TBDPub: SIG Publishing
Windows
Ships 22 is a combination of an economic strategy and a ship control simulator. Manage and upgrade your port, recruit a crew, carry out your mission and enjoy your sea adventures!
Why similar: Sailing 41.9% ★, Naval 30.5% ★, Open World 11.8%, Exploration 4.7%, Management 4.4%
- #58 Captain Bones : A Pirate's Journey
64% 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: Sailing 25.6% ★, Pirates 21.2% ★, Naval 19.3% ★, Naval Combat 17.1% ★, Open World 7.7%