SEA OF THIEVES
SAIL FIGHT SURVIVE
Available On Steam
Ratings
304000 +
Active Users
304492 +
Reviews
8.8
Ratings
Launch Trailer
About Sea of Thieves
Sea of Thieves drops you into a vast shared world where you live the pirate life on your own terms. Sail solo or crew up with friends as you explore mysterious islands, battle sea monsters, and hunt for buried treasure. Take on quests, trade with outposts, and rise through the ranks of the game's trading companies. Whether you're fishing, fighting rival crews, or uncovering ancient secrets, there's always something new waiting on the horizon. With seasonal updates, evolving challenges, and no set path to follow, Sea of Thieves lets you shape your own legend on the high seas.
How to Play Sea of Thieves?
Set Sail
- Launch the game and choose your pirate’s appearance and style.
- Pick a ship size based on your crew—Sloop for solo, Brigantine for three, Galleon for four.
- Begin at an Outpost and stock your ship with supplies before heading out to sea.
Chart Your Course
- Use the ship’s map table to select a destination or Voyage.
- Accept quests from Trading Companies like the Gold Hoarders or Order of Souls.
- Set sail and keep watch—threats can come from storms, creatures, or other players.
Complete Voyages
- Follow maps, solve riddles, or fight enemies to claim your rewards.
- Return loot to the appropriate Trading Company to earn gold and reputation.
- Progress unlocks new gear, cosmetics, and status with factions.
Face the Unknown
- Be prepared for surprise encounters with Megalodons, Krakens, and ghost ships.
- Explore sunken wrecks and mysterious islands for hidden treasures.
- Balance your ambition—greed can draw attention from rival pirates.
Fight or Flee
- Engage in ship battles using cannons, harpoons, and boarding tactics.
- Use skill and teamwork to outmaneuver or overwhelm enemy crews.
- Escape with your loot—or go down fighting if it comes to it.
Live the Pirate Life
- Play your way—fish, explore, trade, or seek glory in combat.
- Take on special World Events or live Tales for deeper adventures.
- Everything you do adds to your pirate legend.
Sail with a Crew
- Join friends or matchmake with others to form a crew.
- Communicate and coordinate roles—helm, sails, repairs, combat.
- Shared goals mean shared loot—win or lose together.
Seasonal Adventures
- Each Season brings new content, challenges, and rewards.
- Track your progress through 100 levels of Renown.
- Earn cosmetics, currencies, and titles along the way.
System Requirements
Minimum:
- Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Intel Q9450 @ 2.6GHz or AMD Phenom II X6 @ 3.3GHz
- 4 GB RAM
- Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 / AMD Radeon 7750 / Intel A310
- Version 11
- 100 GB available space
- Broadband internet connection required
Recommended:
- Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Intel i7 4790 @ 4GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 @ 3.6GHz
- 16 GB RAM
- Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti / AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 / Intel A750
- Version 12
- 100 GB available space
- SSD strongly recommended
Help & FAQS
How do I install Sea of Thieves?
- Purchase Sea of Thieves through Steam or the Microsoft Store.
- Install the game via your chosen platform and launch it from your library.
- You’ll need to sign in with or link an Xbox Live account to play.
Why won’t Sea of Thieves start?
- Check that your system meets the minimum requirements.
- Make sure your graphics drivers and Windows OS are up to date.
- Run the game as administrator and disable overlays like Discord or GeForce.
- Use Steam’s 'Verify integrity of game files' option to check for issues.
The game stutters or lags—how can I fix that?
- Lower graphics settings, especially shadows and water detail.
- Play in fullscreen mode and disable V-Sync if needed.
- Install the game on an SSD for faster load times.
- Occasional lag may also be due to server issues or network spikes—Rare continues to optimize performance.
Why did I get sunk or lose all my loot?
- Sea of Thieves is a shared-world PvPvE game—other players can and will attack you.
- Selling loot regularly and staying alert can reduce losses.
- If you're playing solo, stick to smaller ships and avoid hotspots when possible.
- Some players recommend using the new 'Safer Seas' mode if you prefer a more relaxed experience.
What happens when I log off?
- All loot on your ship or in your inventory will disappear when you leave the session.
- There’s no persistent progression for ships or gear—everything resets except cosmetics and reputation.
Does Sea of Thieves have progression?
- Yes—but it's cosmetic only. You unlock new outfits, ship decorations, and titles.
- Reputation with Trading Companies unlocks new Voyages and exclusive gear, but it doesn’t affect power or performance.
Can I play solo?
- Yes. The Sloop is designed for solo players and is manageable alone.
- Keep in mind that solo players may be more vulnerable in open PvP zones.
- Use caution and choose your battles carefully—or consider teaming up via matchmaking.
What content is available right now?
- Seasonal content including new Voyages, events, and cosmetics.
- World events like skeleton forts, Ashen Winds, and kraken attacks.
- Story-based Tall Tales, Trading Company quests, and open PvP encounters.
- Fishing, treasure maps, and sandbox exploration are always available.
Does Sea of Thieves support controllers?
- Yes, full controller support is available and works well across PC and console.
- You can also use keyboard and mouse interchangeably during gameplay.
Where can I report bugs or give feedback?
- Use the in-game support tools or visit the official Sea of Thieves support page.
- Join the official Sea of Thieves Discord or Reddit communities to share suggestions.
- Rare frequently posts developer updates and patch notes with community input taken into account.
Sea of Thieves Reviews
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Playing with my kid has been a highlight. Great bonding experience, but don’t expect to keep your loot. It’s about the adventure, not the treasure.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─Shpydar
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Incredible with friends. Too bad I don’t have any. Solo play can be rough, but the chaos is still fun.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─woohoo940
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Taught me French and trust issues. Beautiful game, unpredictable players. I’m here for both.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─TigerNet
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You blink and it’s 3am. This game eats time like no other. No clue how it happens, but it’s magic.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─Samedeo
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Lesson learned: trust no one. The pirate life is brutal and hilarious, often at the same time.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─Jvr
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Stole a banana. Got shot. 10/10 pirate moment. It’s a game of surprises and absurdity.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─Funni Freaker
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Met a helpful pirate who taught me the game… then blew up my ship. That’s the Sea of Thieves experience in a nutshell.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─Hoax
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Every session is a fresh story. There’s no grind, no pressure, just emergent chaos and beauty. I keep coming back.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─64bitrobot
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Three hours of loot, gone to a kraken and a skeleton ship. Still would recommend. It’s that kind of game.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─lukeflashogden
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PvP can be overwhelming solo, but I’ve also had amazing runs. It's a gamble every time you raise anchor.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─KenoKereStyle
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Talked to a skeleton ship thinking it was friendly. The world’s immersive, the players unpredictable. That’s the charm.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─Orion
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Beautiful game, wild seas, and unforgettable PvP. But you’ll sink. A lot. Go in with patience, and it’ll hook you.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─Evangelos
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After 1,000 hours, still discovering new stories. Not always fair, but always memorable. It’s more lifestyle than game.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─DaFoool
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You make your own fun. No hand-holding, no grindy levels—just you, your crew, and whatever chaos the sea throws at you.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─Skyros
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Gave me a banana. Then killed me. Can’t stop playing.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ─PinkBeard