Sea of Thieves

Sea of Thieves is a F2P first-person action-adventure game developed by Rare and published for Xbox consoles and PC by Microsoft Studios. The game allows players from all around the world to team up and form their own pirate crews and sail on their own pirate ship across the fantastical environments resembling the Caribbean.



Filled with environmental dangers, a wide array of sandbox gameplay options, swashbuckling adventures, opportunities for teaming up with other players, and the ever-present threat of other player-led pirate crews, Sea of Thieves has quickly become one of the most popular free to play titles on the gaming market.

Today, more than three years after it was originally released, this title has received numerous upgrades and themed expansions that have greatly expanded the available in-game content and allowed players to immerse themselves into the fantastical pirate life they have always dreamed to experience on their TV and monitor screens, alone or together with their friends.

The pirate life available in this game is presented to the player from the first-person perspective, allowing anyone to quickly learn the basics of camera movement, traversal across the environment, combat, and all the necessary steps for controlling ships. Solo and coop players can explore the world of Sea of Thieves on foot and of course while sailing on a small and nimble sloop.

When in larger groups, players can take control over the more impressive ships, with each pirate having to focus on their own task such as making the ship controls, pumping out the water from the ship, repairing damage, aiming cannons, scouting the horizon from atop the high crow’s nest, and preparing for imminent raids and boardings of enemy ships.

The players have a built-in option to form alliances with other pirate players or groups and to embark on large adventures searching for hidden treasures and worthy opponents. Sailing on the seas can be an adventure in itself, which can sometimes lead to the destruction of the ship in stormy seas, finding the legendary and very aggressive sea monsters, and much more. In addition to combat, the game also offers players the ability to embark on Voyages –contract tasks offered by three main trading companies present in the game - Gold Hoarders, Order of Souls, and the Merchant Alliance.

Several new gameplay modes were added in the free DLC packs, including a PvP arena, Tall Tales narrative missions, and a wide array of sandbox activities such as hunting, fishing, and cooking.

Sea of Thieves is a F2P game that can be easily played on a wide array of PC configurations. The game is not demanding and can even be enjoyed on aging gaming laptops. Its online servers fully support crossplay, which enables PC and console players to play together in the same multiplayer sessions.

Pricing

Sea of Thieves 2024 Edition - 39,99€

Sea of Thieves 2024 Deluxe Edition - 49,99€

Sea of Thieves 2024 Premium Edition - 59,99€

System Requirements

• CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 or AMD Phenom II X6
• RAM: 4 GB
• OS: Windows 10 / Windows 11
• VIDEO CARD: Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 or AMD Radeon HD 7750
• FREE DISK SPACE: 60 GB

PROS

• Beautiful Graphics: The game features stunning visuals with vibrant and colorful art style. The ocean, islands, and weather effects are particularly well done.
• Open-World Exploration: Players can explore a vast open world filled with islands, hidden treasures, and secrets. The world feels alive and immersive, encouraging exploration.
• Cooperative Gameplay: The game heavily emphasizes cooperative gameplay. Players can team up with friends or strangers to sail ships, engage in naval battles, and complete quests together.
• Unique Multiplayer Experience: The game offers a unique multiplayer experience, where player interactions can be unpredictable and often hilarious. From forming alliances to engaging in epic ship battles, the multiplayer aspect adds depth and excitement.
• Dynamic Weather and Day/Night Cycle: The dynamic weather system and day/night cycle contribute to the immersive experience. Players must navigate through storms, fog, and changing sea conditions, adding challenge and realism to sailing.
• Pirate Customization: Players can customize their pirate characters with various outfits, accessories, and emotes. This allows for personalization and expression within the game world.

CONS

• Lack of Content Depth: One common criticism of Sea of Thieves is its perceived lack of depth in content, especially at launch. While the game offers a vast open world, some players feel that the activities and quests can become repetitive over time.
• Grinding and Progression: Progression in this game relies heavily on grinding for reputation and gold by completing quests and finding treasure. Some players may find this repetitive and grindy, especially if playing solo.
• Limited PvE Content: While Sea of Thieves focuses heavily on player interaction and emergent gameplay, some players feel that the PvE (player versus environment) content is limited, with a lack of variety in enemy types and encounters.
• Solo Play Challenges: While the game can be played solo, it's generally more challenging and less enjoyable compared to playing in a group. Solo players may struggle to manage ship tasks effectively and can be at a disadvantage in PvP encounters.
• Server Stability and Technical Issues: The game experienced server stability and technical issues, particularly at launch. While many of these issues have been addressed through updates and patches, occasional server outages and bugs may still occur.