Free to Play Pirates Games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play pirates games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on September 14th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Explore the complete list of the best free to play pirates games.

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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 game developed and published by . Released on August 31st 2011 has received 2,107 reviews of which 1,687 were positive and 420 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played pirates game, thanks to its 137 peak concurrent players over the last day.
7.7
1,687
420

137
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 game developed and published by . Released on August 24th 2016 has received 4,440 reviews of which 3,659 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 pirates games.
8.0
3,659
781

40
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 game developed and published by . Released on May 31st 2023 has received 397 reviews of which 326 were positive and 71 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played pirates games.
7.7
326
71

37
players

4. Pirates Vikings & Knights II

Step into the ultimate three-way war for honor, glory, and gold! This beloved community-driven game brings together swashbuckling Pirates, battle-hardened Vikings, and chivalrous Knights in hilarious and intense class-based combat. Join the fun, embrace the chaos, and fight your way to victory! Pirates Vikings & Knights II is a game developed and published by . Released on February 12th 2010 has received 5,957 reviews of which 5,227 were positive and 730 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played pirates games.
8.5
5,227
730

22
players

5. 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 game developed and published by . Released on February 19th 2020 has received 25,906 reviews of which 20,925 were positive and 4,981 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played pirates games.
7.9
20,925
4,981

20
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 game developed and published by . Released on October 13th 2017 has received 607 reviews of which 468 were positive and 139 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played pirates games.
7.3
468
139

4
players

7. 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 game developed and published by . Released on September 20th 2019 has received 2,572 reviews of which 2,139 were positive and 433 were negative resulting in a rating of 8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played pirates games.
8
2,139
433

1
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 game developed and published by . Released on August 22nd 2018 has received 318 reviews of which 218 were positive and 100 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played pirates games.
6.5
218
100

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 game developed and published by . Released on November 13th 2023 has received 824 reviews of which 744 were positive and 80 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played pirates games.
8.5
744
80

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 game developed and published by . Released on November 11th 2021 has received 1,054 reviews of which 886 were positive and 168 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played pirates games.
8.0
886
168