Most Played Sailing Games on Steam

Take a look at the top sailing games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of July 31st 2025. Want to explore even more sailing titles available on Steam? Explore the complete list of the best sailing games.

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1. Sailwind

Sailing simulator featuring realistic sailing physics and a vast open world to explore. Embark on cargo delivery missions, customize your boat, try fishing and cooking. A relaxing day sail, or an epic ocean voyage? Your sailing adventure starts here! Sailwind is a game developed and published by . Released on October 18th 2021 has received 1,763 reviews of which 1,607 were positive and 156 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played sailing games.
8.7
1,607
156

70
players

2. Salt 2: Shores of Gold

Salt 2 is an open world pirate game focused on exploration, crafting, survival, and RPG elements. Sail an endless sea with your ship as a mobile base. Discover islands full of quests, towns, caves, and secrets. Level up skills, craft powerful gear, hunt, fish, loot, and make your ship your own. Salt 2: Shores of Gold is a game developed and published by . Released on September 20th 2022 has received 1,330 reviews of which 1,159 were positive and 171 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played sailing games.
8.3
1,159
171

25
players

3. eSail Sailing Simulator

eSail Sailing Simulator is an authentic yacht sailing experience with numerous tutorials, sailing, mooring and anchoring modes, charting, challenges, races, Live Sailing mode, 'Learn Yachting with eSail' and more. eSail Sailing Simulator is a game developed and published by . Released on March 26th 2019 has received 736 reviews of which 692 were positive and 44 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played sailing games.
8.8
692
44

19
players

4. Ys X: Nordics

Explore uncharted islands, engage in fast-paced action combat, and experience the high seas adventures of unlikely allies Adol and Karja in Ys X: Nordics! Ys X: Nordics is a game developed and published by . Released on October 25th 2024 has received 777 reviews of which 678 were positive and 99 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played sailing games.
8.2
678
99

19
players

5. Horizon's Gate

Voyage into the wide world of Eral as an explorer, trader, or privateer. Defeat your enemies on land or at sea in deep but straightforward tactical combat. Unravel the secrets behind Dominio's betrayal – or sail off in search of your own adventure. Horizon's Gate is a game developed and published by . Released on March 09th 2020 has received 1,153 reviews of which 1,094 were positive and 59 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played sailing games.
9.0
1,094
59

7
players

6. 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! Uncharted Ocean is a game developed and published by . Released on December 08th 2019 has received 584 reviews of which 415 were positive and 169 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played sailing games.
6.8
415
169

5
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 sailing games.
8
2,139
433

4
players

8. 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! The Caribbean Sail is a game developed and published by . Released on September 19th 2017 has received 503 reviews of which 474 were positive and 29 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played sailing games.
8.7
474
29

1
players

9. Soul Searching

Soul Searching is a narrative survival game about sailing away from your homeland. Soul Searching is a game developed and published by . Released on February 15th 2017 has received 304 reviews of which 263 were positive and 41 were negative resulting in a rating of 8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played sailing games.
8
263
41

1
players

10. Google Spotlight Stories: Age of Sail

Age of Sail VR is the story of William Avery (Ian McShane), an old sailor adrift and alone in the North Atlantic. When Avery rescues Lara, who has mysteriously fallen overboard, he finds redemption and hope in his darkest hours. Directed by ACADEMY AWARD-winning filmmaker John Kahrs. Google Spotlight Stories: Age of Sail is a game developed and published by . Released on November 13th 2018 has received 465 reviews of which 458 were positive and 7 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played sailing games.
9.1
458
7