Best Pirates games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated pirates games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free pirates games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Void Destroyer 2
Start with nothing... End with everything! All you have is a basic ship, barely fit for combat, with it you'll start your journey and empire. A open world space sandbox, inspired by and expanding the classics.
Uncharted Ocean
This is a world of oceans, islands and ships. Players will start their own journey from Faro, facing an impermanent ocean and awkward opponents, and gradually build a strong fleet with wisdom and luck. The chaotic seas and tempting treasures, under the guidance of the banner, work hard for survival！
Abandon Ship
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.
Stranded Sails - Explorers of the Cursed Islands
Farm, cook, craft and decorate in this casual open world farming adventure! Set up camp with your crew after being shipwrecked on a mysterious archipelago. Your quest is to survive, explore and uncover the secrets of the Cursed Islands. Take care of your crew to build relationships and earn rewards!
ONE PIECE World Seeker
Leave your compass behind and join Luffy as he embarks on a brand new action-packed adventure where you can experience the powers of the legendary Gum-Gum fruit to uncover hidden secrets on an original, never-before-seen island!
Uncharted Waters Online
Discover yourself in the “Age of Discovery” where you’ll sail out into the uncharted waters! Discover real historical artifacts and mystical legends! Start a company and make enormous fortunes! Fight in fierce sea battles! Whatever your play style, you can play who you want and how you want in UWO!
Return of the Obra Dinn
Lost at sea 1803 ~ The good ship Obra Dinn.
Unearned Bounty
Unearned Bounty is an action-packed Free-For-All multiplayer game where you battle to become the most infamous pirate!
Adventure Time: Pirates of the Enchiridion
Ahoy! The Land of Ooo is underwater and it’s up to Finn and Jake to find out why. Join our heroes as they explore the high seas, search for hidden clues, interrogate shady suspects and fight pirates to solve the mystery and save their waterlogged world!
Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption
Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption is a humorous fantasy role-playing adventure game by Lori and Corey Cole, creators of the acclaimed Quest for Glory series. As the Rogue Shawn O'Conner, players will make friends, explore a haunted castle, and use their Rogue skills for fun and profit.
Puzzle Pirates: Dark Seas
Every activity in Puzzle Pirates is a uniquely fun puzzle: be it sailing, gunning, or hauling treasure, your own puzzling skill determines your success!
Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire
Patch 5.0 - Turn-based mode and The Ultimate challenge out now! Pursue a rogue god over land and sea in the sequel to the multi-award-winning RPG Pillars of Eternity. Captain your ship on a dangerous voyage of discovery across the vast unexplored archipelago region of the Deadfire.
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition
The ultimate edition of Shantae: Half-Genie Hero comes with all of the previously released DLC, Modes, and Costumes in one epic collection! Includes an exclusive Blue Bathing Suit for use in Beach Mode!
The Pirate's Fate
Embark on a swashbuckling adventure in The Pirate's Fate, a visual novel experience with a unique twist: the story, the crew, and who you are transform based on your choices. Seek treasure, find love, and choose your fate.
The Curse of Monkey Island
The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit?
Salt
Salt is an open world exploration game where you sail from island to island looking for loot and new discoveries! Relax and explore at your own pace, picking a direction and setting sail across a vast ocean filled with quests, merchants, ruins, pirates, and other mysterious places.
Nantucket
Chase after Moby Dick, and live through the Golden Age of American whaling in this seafaring strategy game. Set sail around the world, manage your ship and crew, and live Ishmael's story, the sole survivor of the Pequod, a few years after the events narrated by Herman Melville in his masterpiece.
Space Pirates And Zombies 2
Design and then improve the ultimate mothership. Explore a persistent living galaxy populated by 200 unique captains that can do everything you can do. Survive the zombie infection and then fight them back. Make allies and start your own faction. Build your empire. Also includes Sandbox Mode.
The Pirate: Plague of the Dead
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.
Space Pirate Trainer
Space Pirate Trainer is the official trainer for wannabe space pirates in VR. Pick up your blasters, put on your sneakers, and dance your way into the Space Pirate Trainer hall of fame.
The Caribbean Sail
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!
One Piece: Unlimited World Red - Deluxe Edition
A remaster of the latest installment of the “Unlimited” series, with over 50 DLC’s includedMost played pirates games on Steam
Take a look at the top pirates games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. Sea of Thieves: 2025 Edition
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. Sea of Thieves: 2025 Edition is a multiplayer, open world and adventure game developed by Rare Ltd and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on June 03rd 2020 has received 353,156 reviews of which 315,450 were positive and 37,706 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played pirates game, thanks to its 4,461 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.9
315,450
37,706
4,461
players
2. Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag™
The year is 1715. Pirates rule the Caribbean and have established their own lawless Republic where corruption, greediness and cruelty are commonplace.Among these outlaws is a brash young captain named Edward Kenway. Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag™ is a pirates, open world and assassin game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. It has received 70,274 reviews of which 62,256 were positive and 8,018 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. While seeing 1,088 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among pirates games based on player count.
8.7
62,256
8,018
1,088
players
3. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
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. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is a action, adventure and rpg game developed by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and published by SEGA. Released on February 20th 2025 has received 6,200 reviews of which 5,655 were positive and 545 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. While seeing 384 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among pirates games based on player count.
8.8
5,655
545
384
players
4. Skull and Bones
Set sail into the vibrant open world of Skull and Bones, a naval online action RPG where you rise to become the most fearsome pirate kingpin. Customize your fleet, craft unique ships, and forge formidable weapons to dominate in exhilarating sea battles. Skull and Bones is a action, pirates and action rpg game developed by Ubisoft Singapore and published by Ubisoft. Released on August 22nd 2024 has received 1,542 reviews of which 1,033 were positive and 509 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. With 272 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played pirates games.
6.5
1,033
509
272
players
5. ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4
ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 is the latest evolution of PIRATE WARRIORS action! Based on the concept of "experiencing a real ONE PIECE battlefield," buildings will come crashing down during the action and attacks will throw up smoke and dust, placing you in the thick of the ONE PIECE world! ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 is a anime, hack and slash and beat 'em up game developed by Koei Tecmo and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on March 26th 2020 has received 19,780 reviews of which 18,123 were positive and 1,657 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 205 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played pirates games.
9.0
18,123
1,657
205
players
6. Sid Meier's Pirates!
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! Sid Meier's Pirates! is a pirates, open world and rpg game developed by Firaxis Games and published by 2K. Released on July 11th 2005 has received 6,848 reviews of which 6,476 were positive and 372 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 109 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played pirates games.
9.1
6,476
372
109
players
7. Puzzle Pirates
Every activity in Puzzle Pirates is a uniquely fun puzzle: be it sailing, gunning, or hauling treasure, your own puzzling skill determines your success! Puzzle Pirates is a free to play, massively multiplayer and puzzle game developed and published by Grey Havens. Released on August 31st 2011 has received 2,080 reviews of which 1,667 were positive and 413 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. With 104 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played pirates games.
7.7
1,667
413
104
players
8. Caribbean Legend
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! Caribbean Legend is a pirates, rpg and open world game developed by BlackMark Studio and published by BlackMark Studio and Valkyrie Initiative. Released on February 15th 2024 has received 1,974 reviews of which 1,515 were positive and 459 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played pirates games.
7.4
1,515
459
84
players
9. LEGO® Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game
LEGO® Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game is an action adventure game that brings the Pirates of the Caribbean world and all its colorful characters to life in LEGO Brick form. Players experience all the memorable scenes from all four films in the humorous and quirky LEGO Video Games style. LEGO® Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game is a lego, adventure and action game developed by Traveller's Tales and published by Disney. Released on October 06th 2014 has received 4,922 reviews of which 4,491 were positive and 431 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played pirates games.
8.8
4,491
431
60
players
10. Salt 2: Shores of Gold
Salt 2 is an open world pirate game focused on exploration, survival, crafting, and RPG elements. Set sail across an infinite world with just you and your ship. Explore islands filled with quests, caves, towns, pirates, and secrets. Level up skills, craft, hunt, fish, loot, and decorate your ship. Salt 2: Shores of Gold is a early access, open world and survival game developed and published by Lavaboots Studios. Released on September 20th 2022 has received 1,312 reviews of which 1,141 were positive and 171 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played pirates games.
8.3
1,141
171
26
players
Best deals on pirates games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of pirates games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted pirates games.
1. The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition
Back by popular demand, The Secret of Monkey Island™: Special Edition faithfully re-imagines the internationally-acclaimed classic game (originally released in 1990) for original and new audiences alike. The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition is a point & click, adventure and comedy game developed by LucasArts and published by LucasArts, Lucasfilm and Disney. Released on July 15th 2009 has received 5,778 reviews of which 5,511 were positive and 267 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Featuring a massive 90% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for pirates category.
9.2
5,511
267
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
2. Blazing Sails
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! Blazing Sails is a co-op, naval combat and online co-op game developed by Get Up Games and Iceberg Interactive and published by Iceberg Interactive. Released on November 13th 2023 has received 9,590 reviews of which 8,364 were positive and 1,226 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 88% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in pirates games.
8.5
8,364
1,226
-88%
14.50€
1.74€
3. Abandon Ship
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. Abandon Ship is a pirates, rogue-lite and naval game developed and published by Fireblade Software. Released on October 22nd 2019 has received 1,280 reviews of which 940 were positive and 340 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 85% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in pirates games.
7.1
940
340
-85%
24.60€
3.69€
4. Windward
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. Windward is a pirates, naval combat and naval game developed and published by Tasharen Entertainment Inc.. Released on May 12th 2015 has received 3,589 reviews of which 2,871 were positive and 718 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 84% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for pirates games.
7.7
2,871
718
-84%
8.25€
1.32€
5. Sid Meier's Pirates!
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! Sid Meier's Pirates! is a pirates, open world and rpg game developed by Firaxis Games and published by 2K. Released on July 11th 2005 has received 6,848 reviews of which 6,476 were positive and 372 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 83% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for pirates games.
9.1
6,476
372
-83%
9.76€
1.66€
6. Port Royale 2
The Caribbean in the 17th Century - Trade with over 60 towns, create your own production facilities, expand your trading empire and influence the development of the New World. As pirates and military fleets threaten your trade convoys, you'll need escort ships. Port Royale 2 is a strategy, trading and economy game developed by Ascaron Entertainment ltd. and published by Strategy First. Released on June 16th 2009 has received 629 reviews of which 446 were positive and 183 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for pirates games.
6.8
446
183
-80%
5.89€
1.17€
7. ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4
ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 is the latest evolution of PIRATE WARRIORS action! Based on the concept of "experiencing a real ONE PIECE battlefield," buildings will come crashing down during the action and attacks will throw up smoke and dust, placing you in the thick of the ONE PIECE world! ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 is a anime, hack and slash and beat 'em up game developed by Koei Tecmo and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on March 26th 2020 has received 19,780 reviews of which 18,123 were positive and 1,657 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for pirates games.
9.0
18,123
1,657
-75%
39.99€
9.99€
8. Sea of Thieves: 2025 Edition
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. Sea of Thieves: 2025 Edition is a multiplayer, open world and adventure game developed by Rare Ltd and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on June 03rd 2020 has received 353,156 reviews of which 315,450 were positive and 37,706 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for pirates games.
8.9
315,450
37,706
-50%
39.99€
19.99€
9. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
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. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is a action, adventure and rpg game developed by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and published by SEGA. Released on February 20th 2025 has received 6,200 reviews of which 5,655 were positive and 545 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a 42% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for pirates games.
8.8
5,655
545
-42%
60.33€
34.99€
10. Timeloop: Sink Again Beach
A non-linear first-person action adventure in a pirate setting. A single player time travel simulation game. Unusual gaming experience.Moving in space and time, the player must understand what is happening on the island and how the main character can move away from there. Timeloop: Sink Again Beach is a adventure, pirates and sci-fi game developed by Flatcoon and Fang's Lab and published by Fang's Lab. Released on November 16th 2022 has received 327 reviews of which 302 were positive and 25 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a 40% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for pirates games.
8.5
302
25
-40%
11.79€
7.07€
Free pirates games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play pirates games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play pirates games.
1. Puzzle Pirates
Every activity in Puzzle Pirates is a uniquely fun puzzle: be it sailing, gunning, or hauling treasure, your own puzzling skill determines your success! Puzzle Pirates is a free to play, massively multiplayer and puzzle game developed and published by Grey Havens. Released on August 31st 2011 has received 2,080 reviews of which 1,667 were positive and 413 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. With 104 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free pirates games on Steam.
7.7
1,667
413
104
players
2. The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
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! The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt is a free to play, naval combat and pirates game developed and published by Home Net Games. Released on August 24th 2016 has received 4,420 reviews of which 3,639 were positive and 781 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free pirates games on Steam.
8.0
3,639
781
23
players
3. Pirate101
Assemble your ragtag crew and prepare to plunder the skyways in search of the legendary map to El Dorado! Danger lurks around every corner as you outsmart clockwork soldiers, uncover hidden mysteries, and unleash powerful combos in this pirate turn-based tactics MMORPG. Pirate101 is a mmorpg, turn-based tactics and grid-based movement game developed by KingsIsle Entertainment and published by KingsIsle Entertainment and gamigo group. Released on May 31st 2023 has received 371 reviews of which 306 were positive and 65 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free pirates games on Steam.
7.7
306
65
19
players
4. Blackwake
Blackwake is a multiplayer naval FPS focused on teamwork and cooperation. Fire the cannons, sink enemy ships or board them with firearms and steel. Blackwake is a pirates, multiplayer and naval combat game developed and published by Mastfire Studios Pty Ltd. Released on February 19th 2020 has received 25,874 reviews of which 20,906 were positive and 4,968 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free pirates games on Steam.
7.9
20,906
4,968
13
players
5. Maelstrom
Command the seas in Maelstrom! Engage in fast-paced naval battles with powerful warships and colossal sea monsters. Customize your fleet and dominate the Abyssal Ocean. Are you ruthless enough to survive? Maelstrom is a free to play, pirates and battle royale game developed by Gunpowder Games, Inc. and Tideturners and published by Forthright Entertainment. Released on September 20th 2019 has received 2,575 reviews of which 2,140 were positive and 435 were negative resulting in a rating of 8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free pirates games on Steam.
8
2,140
435
9
players
6. The Pirate: Plague of the Dead
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. The Pirate: Plague of the Dead is a free to play, pirates and action game developed and published by Home Net Games. Released on October 13th 2017 has received 605 reviews of which 465 were positive and 140 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free pirates games on Steam.
7.3
465
140
7
players
7. Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II
Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II pits three teams against each other in a struggle for wealth, power and total domination. Whether using the Gunpowder Keg to clear out a territory full of enemies, or the Javelin to pin your dead foes to a wall, you'll find this game both hilarious and exhilarating. Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II is a free to play, multiplayer and action game developed and published by Octoshark Studios. Released on February 12th 2010 has received 5,935 reviews of which 5,205 were positive and 730 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free pirates games on Steam.
8.5
5,205
730
5
players
8. Unearned Bounty
Unearned Bounty is an action-packed Free-For-All multiplayer game where you battle to become the most infamous pirate! Unearned Bounty is a free to play, pirates and multiplayer game developed and published by Extrokold Games. Released on August 22nd 2018 has received 319 reviews of which 218 were positive and 101 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free pirates games on Steam.
6.5
218
101
1
players
9. Pirate Fighting Simulator
Pirate Fighting Simulator is a free multiplayer PVP game developed in UE5 in which you fight other players using typical pirate weaponry. Pirate Fighting Simulator is a fps, action and simulation game developed and published by Uncommon UTD. Released on November 13th 2023 has received 798 reviews of which 719 were positive and 79 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free pirates games on Steam.
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10. Piratopia
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! Piratopia is a early access, action-adventure and pirates game developed by Adi Zhavo and Project 99 Games and published by Project 99 Games. Released on November 11th 2021 has received 1,051 reviews of which 888 were positive and 163 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free pirates games on Steam.
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888
163