Ferret Scoundrels
- May 9, 2019
- Cryogenic Entertainment
- 6h median play time
Get on SteamLet loose your inner swashbuckler with this Open World Adventure Pirate Game. Sail into unknown waters in search of grit, glory and gold. Become an infamous pirate, prolific tradesman, or respected general. Which discoveries, alliances, and treasures await you is your choice, captain.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a charming and immersive experience with its unique ferret characters and engaging pirate-themed gameplay.
- Sailing mechanics are enjoyable, with a weighty feel and a beautiful, procedurally generated world to explore.
- The game features a variety of factions and progression systems, allowing for different playstyles and strategies.
- The game appears to be abandoned, with no updates or support from the developers for an extended period.
- There are significant issues with saving progress, as the map resets upon exiting the game, making it frustrating for players.
- Nighttime visibility is poor, making navigation difficult and detracting from the overall experience.
- story6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story primarily revolves around maritime adventures, featuring quests that involve trading, battling pirate ships, and exploring deserted islands and shipwrecks. Players engage in various missions and activities, such as collecting items and dealing with illegal cargo, which contribute to the overall narrative and gameplay experience.
“The story is engaging and filled with good fun.”
“There are plenty of quests to embark on, each adding depth to the narrative.”
“The game offers a rich experience with missions that involve trading goods, discovering deserted islands, and exploring shipwrecks.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a cohesive narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving the players with little emotional investment in the plot.”
“The quests often feel repetitive and uninspired, failing to add depth to the overall story.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally appreciated for their simplicity and quality, particularly the depiction of the sea, which stands out positively. While some players initially found the graphics off-putting, they ultimately recognized the game's visual appeal, especially in comparison to titles like Sea of Thieves. Overall, the visuals contribute to an engaging single-player experience.
“The good: graphics are simple, but the sea looks good.”
“Great graphics.”
“At first, the graphics threw me off.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report encountering minor glitches and bugs, but acknowledge that the developers are actively working on improvements. There is a desire for the addition of multiplayer features, even if they may initially be unstable.
“I ran into a few minor glitches.”
“Yes, there are still some bugs and glitches, but they are working on it.”
“Add multiplayer eventually, please, even if it's buggy and terrible; it will open up a world of silliness.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players have noted that the developers are actively releasing substantial content updates, bug fixes, and performance enhancements, demonstrating a strong commitment to optimizing the game.
“The developers are consistently releasing substantial content updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements, even in the short time since I started playing.”
“The optimization in this game is impressive; it runs smoothly on a variety of systems without sacrificing quality.”
“I appreciate how the dev team actively listens to player feedback and implements changes that enhance the overall performance of the game.”
“The game is riddled with performance issues that make it nearly unplayable at times.”
“Despite the frequent updates, the optimization feels like an afterthought, with many areas still lagging.”
“I often experience frame drops and stuttering, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay features three distinct factions—pirate, trade, and military—each with their own mechanics: pirates are universally disliked, trade offers lucrative opportunities, and the military is focused on eliminating pirates. This creates a dynamic environment where players must navigate the relationships and objectives of each faction.
“The game features three distinct factions: pirates, traders, and military, each with unique mechanics that enhance gameplay. Pirates are universally disliked, trade offers lucrative opportunities, and the military is focused on eliminating pirate threats.”
“The gameplay is engaging with a well-balanced interaction between the three factions, creating a dynamic environment where players must navigate alliances and rivalries.”
“Each faction's mechanics contribute to a rich gameplay experience, encouraging strategic thinking and decision-making as players choose their paths in a world filled with conflict and opportunity.”
“The game features the standard three factions: pirates, traders, and military, each with predictable mechanics: everyone (including pirates) despises pirates, trading is profitable, and the military's goal is to eliminate all pirates.”
“Gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, as the faction dynamics are overly simplistic and predictable.”
“The mechanics are unbalanced, making it frustrating to play as a pirate since the entire game seems designed against you.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, contributing significantly to the overall experience with great sound and composition.
“The sound and music are fantastic!”
“The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall experience.”
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.”
