Caribbean Legend

73%
Game Brain Score Based on 603 reviews
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"Caribbean Legend" is a swashbuckling role-playing game set in the Caribbean of 1654 AD, where you play as Charles de Maure, a young French noble on a quest to assist his brother. This journey quickly turns into an epic adventure filled with opportunities for riches, power, and romance. With a 200-hour storyline, hundreds of quests, and various career options, players can shape their own pirate legacy in this historical narrative with a mystical twist.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

73%
Audience ScoreBased on 603 reviews
story33 positive mentions
graphics24 negative mentions
  • Captures the essence of 17th-century piracy with immersive gameplay and a rich storyline.
  • Offers a vast open world with multiple paths for players to explore, including trading, piracy, and treasure hunting.
  • The developers are actively working on updates and improvements, showing commitment to enhancing the game experience.
  • The game suffers from outdated graphics and clunky controls, making it difficult for new players to adapt.
  • Many quests are poorly explained, leading to confusion and potential soft locks if players miss critical steps.
  • Frequent bugs and crashes can disrupt gameplay, causing frustration for players.
  • story251 mentions

    The story of "Caribbean Legend" is generally engaging and rich in fantasy elements, focusing on the main character, Charles, and his epic pirate adventures. However, many players find the mission design convoluted and frustrating, often requiring external guides to navigate the quests due to unclear objectives and a lack of effective quest tracking. While the overarching narrative is praised for its depth and complexity, the execution suffers from bugs, poor translation, and a quest system that can lead to players feeling like errand runners rather than heroic figures.

    • “The story of Charles de Maure is really engaging, and I liked it even more than the sandbox mode.”
    • “The highlight of Caribbean Legends is its complexity and player choice, never have I seen so much freedom in a game to do whatever I wanted, that being following the main quest for some juicy drama, be a scoundrel and bring terror to the seas and colonies, be a respected captain and keep the seas safe in bloody combat, an explorer finding treasure and adventures on each horizon.”
    • “The storyline is also quite engaging, and the quests are hard to follow, but if you mess it up, or more likely the game just takes a dump on you and glitches your quest out, you have to restart your game.”
    • “The story is brutal to follow and you have no idea where anything is for quests or just general shopping as your world map is useless.”
    • “The overall story of the main character Charles is grand and interesting enough, with plenty of fantasy elements; however, a large number of the story missions left me feeling like an overused errand boy rather than an epic pirate. The maximum levels of fame and reputation have very little impact on the game, and otherwise, the world remains rather unaffected by your actions.”
    • “The quest log is absolutely useless; it often doesn't keep track of important information, and many quests are not explained, leading to failures.”
  • gameplay106 mentions

    The gameplay of this title is a mixed bag, with many players noting its outdated mechanics and clunky controls reminiscent of early 2000s games, which can detract from the overall experience. However, the depth of gameplay, including sailing mechanics, quest variety, and the freedom to explore, is praised, making it enjoyable for those willing to navigate its challenges. While some find the game addictive and rich in content, others criticize its frustrating elements, such as tight mission time limits and a lack of modern quality-of-life features.

    • “Maybe some of the best sailing mechanics I've yet come across.”
    • “The gameplay is very fun and very in-depth with lots of things to do from piracy to working for nations and everything in between. If you are a pirate fan, then I would 100% recommend picking this up and giving it a go!”
    • “The ship battling, the city sieges and plundering, the vast amount of different unique ships you can find throughout the game, the boarding mechanics on all sorts of different maps depending on ship rank, the battles on land and the actual means of dueling itself is hard to learn, easy to master.”
    • “Unfortunately, the gameplay is still dull, and the game files are still tightly locked, leaving no room for customization or tweaks.”
    • “The gameplay is unforgiving (you can be easily killed in one hit) and I agree, sometimes it can be rather frustrating, even for experienced players.”
    • “The ship aspect of the game is amazing, but sadly you're force-fed this terrible movement and combat mechanics; you literally have no choice but to eat it.”
  • graphics98 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely criticized for being outdated, reminiscent of early 2000s visuals, with many reviewers noting that they appear clunky and unrefined. While some players appreciate the nostalgic charm and the beauty of certain elements, like ship models and sailing views, the overall consensus is that significant improvements are needed to meet modern standards. Despite some updates and mod support that enhance the visuals, many players feel that the graphics detract from the overall experience, especially for newcomers.

    • “Among the advantages: good graphics and beautiful views.”
    • “Graphically, the game is basically a 100% remaster with all new higher fidelity textures and more graphics options.”
    • “Thanks to the graphics overhaul, Caribbean Legend’s color palette jumps at you from the screen.”
    • “The graphics are hilariously outdated.”
    • “The graphics look like this game came out in 2001 - in case you didn't know, it's 2024.”
    • “The graphics are poor, which is something that I could live with if the controls weren't completely awful.”
  • stability22 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder the gameplay experience. Many players describe it as a "janky, buggy mess," reminiscent of older titles, and caution newcomers about its clunky mechanics and frustrating issues. While some appreciate its nostalgic value, the overall consensus is that the game requires substantial improvements to its stability and quality of life features.

    • “It's not buggy for me at least, but it's very difficult and old-school hard, and I love it.”
    • “This game is very buggy, and I hope they will fix it.”
    • “Horribly buggy and missing countless quality of life features thanks to running on an ancient engine.”
    • “The quests are hard to follow and if you mess it up, or more likely the game just takes a dump on you and glitches your quest out, you have to restart your game.”
  • grinding10 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and frustrating, particularly in naval combat and exploration, which often lacks clear navigation and can feel outdated. While some enjoy the wholesome elements of pillaging and managing resources, the overall experience is marred by the need for repetitive tasks and save-scumming to progress, leading to a recommendation against the game despite its unique pirate RPG appeal.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Naval combat is tedious, long, and becomes boring after a few encounters.”
    • “It's also extremely grindy and nonsensical at times.”
    • “Can't recommend this game, sadly it's one of the few pirate RPGs around, but man this thing is frustrating... buggy, pricey, and unbelievably grindy for a single-player game.”
  • atmosphere9 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its unmatched quality and vibrant elements that enhance the overall experience. While the music may be simple, it effectively complements the game's ambiance, contributing to a captivating environment that players find essential for enjoyment. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, significantly improving upon previous titles in the series.

    • “Atmosphere 10/10”
    • “Caribbean Legend has improved upon several elements that give the game’s atmosphere a big boost, which to me is the key to enjoying a game.”
    • “Not the most sublime compositions; a lot of the music is extremely simple, but it is also just catchy and extremely fitting to the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “Caribbean legend has improved upon several elements that give the game’s atmosphere a big boost, which to me is the key to enjoying a game.”
    • “The combat is still clunky, but the atmosphere is unmatched.”
  • music7 mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered decent and fitting to the atmosphere, with some catchy and simple compositions, though opinions vary on its quality, with some tracks being described as grating or overly short. While the remastered sound design and visuals meet expectations, lightweight mods can enhance the experience. Overall, the music is a mixed bag, with some standout moments overshadowed by repetitive elements.

    • “Looks nice, the music is great, the writing is phenomenal.”
    • “The music is grating.”
    • “The style of the music is completely different than before.”
    • “Not the most sublime compositions; a lot of the music is extremely simple, but it is also just catchy and extremely fitting to the atmosphere of the game.”
  • optimization6 mentions

    The game's optimization is generally criticized, with users reporting significant performance issues, including frame drops, bugs, and crashes, particularly in the main menu and during loading. While some improvements over previous titles are noted, the overall experience is marred by unintuitive controls and frustrating ambient sounds, leading to a mixed reception regarding its optimization. Players should be prepared for a challenging experience that may not appeal to those seeking a polished gameplay experience.

    • “Compared to the older Sea Dogs games, it has definitely become more comfortable and optimized.”
    • “Not for the impatient, this game is optimized for the insane reward for growth in the game; you start out weak, but you can grow to command an unstoppable armada.”
    • “In the game, control is quite specific, not intuitive, difficult to master, and there are quite a lot of bugs, especially in the main menu with game loading. A couple of times there were crashes and infinite black screens during loading, as well as strange performance issues, with frame drops from 120 to 40 just standing in place. Additionally, the ambient sounds, depending on the location, can be quite distracting, such as constant sighs and groans in the captain's cabin or any shop, which can be overwhelming.”
    • “Bugs and optimization: 6/10”
    • “Combat is much more nuanced, but it's also not fun or rewarding, and the optimization here is abysmal. You need three hands to play comfortably; what was the thought process here?!”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is derived from its outdated graphics and poorly executed translations, which users find amusingly bad. Additionally, the absurdity of certain in-game situations, such as a ban without justification, adds to the comedic experience. Overall, the humor is characterized by its unintentional nature, stemming from technical shortcomings and awkward interactions.

    • “The graphics are hilariously outdated.”
    • “I find it funny that he couldn't even give a 'reason' for the ban, because his feelings got hurt that someone dared to complain in a thread where people were praising him for more model and texture changes.”
    • “The translation is hilariously awful, and there are barely any tutorials.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Reviews highlight a contrasting emotional experience, with some players finding humor and enjoyment in the chaotic gameplay, while others feel overwhelmed or nauseated by the fast-paced action. Overall, the emotional responses range from lighthearted fun to discomfort.

  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with users highlighting issues such as bugs and limited options at launch. Additionally, while expansion missions are available for purchase at a more reasonable price, the initial pricing and execution have left players feeling deceived.

    • “If you like that, then you can get the expansion missions piecemeal at a much more reasonable price than this deceptive cash grab.”
    • “Refunded - another cash grab remake introducing another slew of bugs - right from the start, completely unable to change dialog options, can only proceed using the first one.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Reviewers note that the developers have successfully enhanced the replayability of the game despite limited resources, and they are planning further improvements to increase replay value in the future.

    • “The developers have done a great job at making an old game replayable with the limited resources they've had.”
    • “The game is designed with replayability in mind, and there are plans to enhance it even further in the near future.”
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Play time

100hMedian play time
229hAverage play time
20-170hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 7 analyzed playthroughs

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