Terror of the Seven Seas

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In "Terror of the Seven Seas," become a pirate captain, naval officer, wealthy trader, or world-renowned explorer in a massive open world based on the Earth. Engage in ship combat, exploration, and adventures while navigating the Seven Seas, from the Caribbean to the Arctic, and deciding your own destiny. Discover lost temples, artifacts, and even El Dorado while battling pirates, whales, and sea monsters.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging pirate experience, scratching the 'pirate itch' with enjoyable naval combat and exploration.
The developer is highly responsive and actively working on updates and improvements, showing dedication to enhancing the game.
The game features a vast open world with a variety of ships and factions, allowing for dynamic gameplay and exploration.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to lost progress.
Graphics and UI are often criticized for being outdated and unpolished, detracting from the overall experience.
The lack of a clear tutorial and depth in gameplay mechanics can make it difficult for new players to understand and enjoy the game fully.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of a cohesive questline or narrative, with players noting that it primarily functions as a pirate simulator focused on combat rather than storytelling. While there are occasional quests available at taverns that provide minor story elements, many feel that the absence of a structured storyline leads to a repetitive gameplay loop. Overall, players express a desire for a more developed narrative to enhance the experience, despite finding some enjoyment in the sandbox nature of the game.
- “The gameplay loop is pretty simple but it's still fun and functional, and if you get tired of sinking ships, you can go to the tavern to get a quest that will take you somewhere with story tidbits.”
- “I spent 30 minutes completing a quest I was lucky to find in the tavern of my starting port.”
- “Stumble upon random points of interest with quests that can lead to reward or tragedy.”
- “There is no real quest or storyline, there is no evolution, there is no real economy system, there is only a combat system. So more or less, this is a pirate simulator with bad graphics, and by the way, this game drains an insane amount of GPU usage despite having old textures.”
- “Because there is no story or any real objectives beyond what you make for yourself, the gameplay loop will get old fairly quickly. But seeing as I paid $20 CAD, I believe I will get more than my money's worth even if the dev doesn't add a single new thing to the game in the future.”
- “The lack of any story and the general jankiness was enough to dissuade me from the moderate grind after around 9-ish hours.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The graphics in the game are a mixed bag, with some players noting that while ship and sea visuals are decent and detailed, many character and building models appear outdated and lackluster. Despite the simple graphics, which some appreciate for allowing a larger game world, there are significant performance issues, including high GPU usage. Overall, while the graphics may not be top-tier, they are complemented by enjoyable gameplay and active developer support for improvements.
- “The graphics at sea for ships, etc. are pretty good; not top quality, but I can see that this is where the most presentation has been focused.”
- “Graphically, it looks nice; the ships are detailed, and the lighting and sea effects are good.”
- “I've been surprised by the graphics at times, and the combat is good.”
- “There is no real quest or storyline, there is no evolution, there is no real economy system, there is only a combat system. So more or less, this is a pirate simulator with bad graphics, and by the way, this game drains an insane amount of GPU usage despite having old textures.”
- “I wanted to give a positive review as the developer seems very active at improving the game, but I don't think it will match up to my expectations. Some aspects are just too childish, like sea monster battles and most of the port graphics.”
- “Graphics are pretty basic, but then again, it's the same way with RuneScape, and look how long that's been around.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as fun and accessible, offering a mix of ship battles and exploration reminiscent of classic pirate games, though it lacks depth and complexity in mechanics and quests. While it provides an enjoyable experience for casual players, those seeking a more serious or realistic simulation may find it lacking. Additionally, stability issues and occasional crashes are noted, but the autosave feature helps mitigate potential losses.
- “If you are looking for a simple pirate game that sees you getting right into the action, then this is the game for you. It's a mix of Sid Meier's Pirates and the Pirate: Caribbean Hunt from a gameplay perspective, and that is perfectly okay in my eyes. It's nothing grand or massive like Sea of Thieves or Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, but it is a fun pirate game.”
- “Surely the graphics aren't overwhelming, but gameplay is fun and it's a nice loop of ship battles and exploration.”
- “The gameplay is basic and simple enough to understand yet still offers a lot to keep you entertained.”
- “My only issue, I suppose, is the game is a bit too simple in terms of mechanics and quests.”
- “Game stability, however, could definitely be better; I crash on average every 3-4 hours of gameplay.”
- “A recurring theme during my gameplay was general jankiness.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's optimization is a work in progress, with developers actively addressing performance issues. While players report occasional visual glitches and blurry image quality, there are no significant stuttering or game-breaking bugs. Overall, further improvements are still needed.
- “The developers are active and consistently working on fixing and enhancing performance.”
- “The current optimization of the game still needs improvement; occasional flashbacks occur on my computer screen along with slightly blurry image quality resembling DLSS.”
- “No stuttering or game-breaking bugs.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its initial charm, particularly in absurd situations like attempting to clearcut a forest to hit a ship, but this novelty can quickly turn to frustration. Additionally, the randomness of changing relationships upon loading the game adds a layer of comedic unpredictability.
- “It was hilarious the first couple of times I saw it in the wild, but when the ships are in a forest of trees while I'm trying to conquer Barcelona and I end up attempting to clear-cut an entire forest with broadsides to hit a ship blind, it gets frustrating.”
- “Hilariously, every time I loaded the game, every relationship would change randomly.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game creates a vibrant atmosphere with a bustling ocean filled with a diverse array of ships, enhancing the sense of activity and engagement. Players can look forward to even more vessel options in the future, further enriching the experience.
- “The oceans are teeming with other ships, giving the game a bustling atmosphere, and there's a huge variety of vessels to command - possibly more coming, but we'll have to wait and see.”