Games like Helm or High Water

Captain Bones is an open world game about an ordinary crew member becoming a great pirate captain. To achieve this, he must first survive with what he has collected from the environment. Then, he must find himself a ship and a crew.

Windward is a role-playing game that can be played by yourself or with others in a massively multiplayer environment. The game allows you to generate a procedural world, design your own faction, and engage in activities such as combat, trading, and questing. As you progress, you can upgrade your ship and towns will grow, offering improved rewards and opportunities. However, the game can have its share of bugs and grinding.

"Furious Seas is a VR game where you captain a pirate ship, battling enemy fleets in the single-player campaign or online multiplayer mode. Upgrade your weapons and ships, explore treacherous waters, and enjoy stunning visuals with detailed ships in your quest to become a pirate legend."

"Boat Crew" is a cooperative multiplayer game where players work together to navigate a boat through treacherous waters. The game features a variety of tasks that players must complete in order to keep the boat running, such as steering, repairing damage, and managing resources. With permadeath and randomly generated events, "Boat Crew" offers a challenging and engaging experience for players who enjoy teamwork and survival games.

Become king of pirates while sailing through seaports, battles, krakens & navy

"The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt" is a high seas adventure game that allows players to navigate the Caribbean in the golden age of piracy. Build and upgrade your fleet, engage in ship-to-ship combat, and explore ports while completing quests to build your reputation. The game features a variety of customization options, including ship design and weapon loadouts. However, some players have criticized the game for repetitive gameplay and a lack of engaging story.

"Don't Sink" is a swashbuckling adventure game where you command a pirate fleet. Manage resources, engage in ship-to-ship combat, and make important decisions that can lead to prosperity or pirate peril. Your goal is to become the most notorious pirate captain on the high seas, while outwitting rivals and uncovering the mysteries of the Caribbean.

"Maelstrom" is a simulation game that offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, including co-op and PvP for up to 2 players. Experience thunderous naval combat in a grimm fantasy world with beautiful visuals and plenty of humor. Sink other players' ships, collect loot, and avoid sea monsters to upgrade and customize your own ship in this immersive game of strategy and skill.

"Sail Forth" is a high seas adventure game where you sail and battle across a procedurally generated ocean. Customize your ship, complete quests, and discover mysterious islands. Engage in ship-to-ship combat and upgrade your vessel for ultimate domination on the water.

"Age of Water - Gold Edition" offers enhanced starting resources with 3000 Corks and 250,000 Medallions for purchasing in-game goods and decorations. The edition also includes upgraded boats and crew members. You'll start with a Pirate Boat, and have access to Alter Ego, Kitty Sark, and Jack Wiley, each with different early-level skills. Note that all currency and upgrades are earned through gameplay, with no microtransactions.