High and Dry

About

High and Dry is a swash-buckling strategy roguelike where you race against time to save your soul from Davey Jones! Command and upgrade your own pirate ship and crew as you fight your way against the ocean, pillaging ships, taking on missions, and whatever else you must do to gain strength before the time comes for your final battle! FEATURES: -Upgrade your ship's health, range, and speed. -E…

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

One of the best pirate-themed indie games on Steam with a fun gameplay loop.
The 8-bit design and gameplay evoke nostalgia and are enjoyable for fans of classic games.
Great support from the developer, indicating a commitment to improving the game.

The game suffers from significant bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay.
Difficulty spikes and a lack of save options can lead to frustrating experiences.
The level design feels repetitive and lacks depth, with many random elements becoming predictable.

gameplay
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The gameplay is described as fun and addictive, reminiscent of classic titles like Sid Meier's Pirates, with a charming 8-bit design. However, some players have encountered game-breaking issues, which can detract from the overall experience. Many express a desire for a more open-world, RPG-style pirate game that retains the engaging gameplay loop.
- “The gameplay and 8-bit design are what I've been looking for since I was a small child, a la Sid Meier's Pirates!”
- “A lot of the gameplay is very fun and a bit addicting in a way.”
- “A quick little game with a fun gameplay loop.”
- “I've encountered 2 so far in 5 hours of gameplay, one of them was sort of game-breaking.”
- “I yearn for a game similar to this, with the gameplay and 8-bit design, but a more open-world, RPG-style pirate game.”