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Sea of Thieves

AdventureCo OpPvpOpen WorldPiratesSailingExploration
A gameplay scene from Sea of Thieves.

Game overview

What is Sea of Thieves?

An online pirate adventure built around sailing, exploration, treasure hunting, PvE and PvP.

What you actually do

The core loop

The main loop centers on sailing, crew roles, treasure and naval combat.

How progress works

Progress comes from cosmetic rewards and reputation.

Action and interaction

Action and interaction center on first person shooting, melee and naval.

How the game is structured

Explore its shared open world setting.

WhatToGame Verdict

8.2WTG score

Our take.

I expected Sea of Thieves to be a chill game about sailing around, finding treasure and occasionally fighting something. It can be that — right until another crew appears and the whole evening turns into chaos. Even losing can be hilarious because the ship fights, emergencies and terrible team decisions are often the best part. The world has enough events, enemies and treasure hunts that hours disappear frighteningly fast with the right group.

Best for

Who this works for.

Mixed skill levels

Strong for mixed-skill groups

Couples

Strong for couples

Your setup

Can your group play it?

The essentials first, with platform-specific detail available below.

PlayersPlayer limit depends on mode
Ways to playOnline co-op
PlatformsPC, Xbox Series and PS5
CrossplayCrossplay across PC, Xbox Series and PS5
Player and mode details1 setup

PC, Xbox Series and PS5

Online multiplayer/co-op/PvP verified; crew caps left for later enrichment.

In play

Pirates gather around a table inside a candlelit hideout.
A pirate fights a large skeleton captain.
Player ships face spectral vessels during a sea battle.

Availability

Platform differences.

Important edition and storefront differences remain available without taking over the page.

Check platform and storefront details3 groups

Steam

PC

  • External account required
  • Cross-platform play supported.

Xbox

Xbox Series

  • External account required
  • Online subscription required on console
  • Cross-platform matchmaking supported.

PlayStation 5

PS5

  • External account required
  • Online subscription required on console
  • Cross-platform matchmaking supported.

PC hardware

Will it run?

A stronger gaming PC is recommended.

View minimum PC requirementsExact specs

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