The Seven Deadly Seas

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The Seven Deadly Seas is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing game. It was developed by Maffin and was released on September 19, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Enter the seven deadly seas! Create your crew and become the most feared pirate on the ocean. But be aware! You are not alone! You are not the only one seeking such glory. Kill or be killed. It's your Choice.

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Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

music1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The gameplay is engaging and the graphics are visually appealing, creating an immersive experience.
The developer is actively updating the game and is responsive to player feedback, showing commitment to improvement.
The game has a fun concept with potential for deeper mechanics, such as fishing and ship upgrades.

The game feels unfinished and lacks content, with many players completing it in a very short time.
There are technical issues, such as freezing on startup and clunky controls, which detract from the experience.
The graphics and overall quality are considered low, leading some to view it as a cash grab rather than a polished product.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are polarizing, with some praising the stunning visuals while others criticize the use of outdated retro pixel art that detracts from the overall experience. Many users note the minimalistic design and lack of customization options, which limits the visual appeal. While the water graphics received some positive feedback, the overall impression is mixed, with some finding them unappealing and others appreciating the artistic choice.
- “The gameplay is a work of art, and the graphics are absolutely stunning.”
- “The water graphics became more agreeable; the ones before hurt the eyes.”
- “Graphics - pixel.”
- “Gameplay consists of looking at the deplorably bad graphics while 2D top-down shooting in a pirate ship.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “Resolution and controls are locked, and can't be changed or customized to improve the visuals or the control experience.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its basic yet engaging concept, while others criticize it for being slow and uninteresting. The graphics are described as minimalistic and, at times, deplorable, which detracts from the overall experience. Players express hope for future improvements, drawing comparisons to similar games for inspiration.
- “The gameplay is a work of art, and the graphics are absolutely stunning.”
- “I really hope the developers take inspiration from similar games, like Destination Sol (if you've played that), which holds a similar gameplay. I can't wait to see what The Seven Deadly Seas will be like in the future.”
- “Gameplay consists of looking at the deplorably bad graphics while 2D top-down shooting in a pirate ship.”
- “Very basic gameplay but already a hooking concept.”
- “I really hope the developers take inspiration from similar games, like Destination Sol (if you've played that), which holds a similar gameplay; however, (obviously) it is in space. I can't wait to see what The Seven Deadly Seas will be like in the future, and maybe it will sate my want to play a game that reminds me of Destination Sol.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth, with players noting that there are only two main quests before the gameplay devolves into repetitive ship battles. There is a call for more engaging missions and a richer narrative experience, particularly in areas like economics and treasure.
- “For improvement, I would go deeper into economics, treasure, story, tutorial ...”
- “Two whole quests before there is nothing more to do other than slaughter ships, and one of the quests is exactly that.”
- “For improvement, I would go deeper into economics, treasure, story, and tutorial.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy has been criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling that it fails to deliver on promised products, equating the experience to a scam.
- “Taking people's money and failing to meet the commitment to deliver the promised product is tantamount to running a scam, and this abandoned cash grab should be seen as such.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its engaging pirate-themed style, which resonates well with players and enhances the overall experience.
- “I also love the pirate-style music; everyone knows it.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that grinding in the game is minimal, with no significant achievements tied to it, suggesting a more streamlined experience that avoids excessive repetitive tasks.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, only to realize it was all for nothing.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding takes away from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game exhibits significant stability issues, with users reporting that it fails to start properly, often freezing at the launch screen and requiring a force shutdown of the computer to exit.
- “The game does not start; after I press 'Start Game', it just freezes, and I have to force shut down my computer to get rid of the screen.”
- “I frequently experience crashes during gameplay, which makes it nearly impossible to enjoy the game.”
- “The game is incredibly unstable, often freezing or crashing at random moments, ruining the overall experience.”