Pirate games are one of the most atmospheric genres for players who dream of the open sea, epic naval battles, and legendary treasure hunts. In this selection, we’ve collected the top 10 pirate games worth playing on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, based on gameplay quality, atmosphere, and overall experience.
1. Sea of Thieves
Genre: Online co-op MMORPG
What the game is about: A living pirate adventure with friends on the open sea — exploring islands, searching for treasure, fighting other players, and encountering random events.
Why you should play it:
Sea of Thieves is the best choice for co-op fans who want total freedom, emergent gameplay, humor, and unpredictable pirate stories.
2. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Genre: Action-adventure
What the game is about: A spin-off of the Yakuza series where Goro Majima is thrown into a chaotic pirate adventure in Hawaii.
Why it’s on the list:
For its unique humor, spectacular combat, and completely unexpected take on the pirate theme.
3. Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag
Genre: Action-adventure
What the game is about: The story of Edward Kenway, a pirate captain and Assassin, during the golden age of piracy.
Why it’s a classic:
Its massive open world, naval combat, and strong narrative made Black Flag a defining pirate game.
4. Port Royale 4
Genre: Economic strategy
Why it stands out:
Trade, diplomacy, and colonial management instead of direct combat — perfect for strategy fans.
5. Skull and Bones
Genre: Action / naval combat
What the game is about: Ubisoft’s pirate game focused on ship battles and upgrading your fleet.
6. King of Seas
Genre: Pirate RPG / naval adventure
Why it’s worth playing:
Beautiful ship combat, random events, and meaningful progression of your captain and crew.
7. One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4
Genre: Hack and Slash
What the game is about: An action game set in the One Piece universe with massive battles and a strong pirate spirit.
Why it’s fun:
Not a historical pirate setting, but a perfect pick for fans of anime and fast-paced action.
8. Under the Jolly Roger
Genre: RPG / open-world adventure
What the game is about: A story-driven pirate RPG where you rise from a simple sailor to a ship captain, exploring islands, trading goods, and completing narrative quests.
Why it’s on the list:
One of the few console pirate RPGs that delivers a real sense of long-term progression for your character, ship, and influence in the world.
9. Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew
Genre: Tactical strategy / stealth
What the game is about: A real-time tactical game where you control a cursed pirate crew with supernatural abilities, each character offering unique skills.
Why it’s on the list:
An original take on the pirate theme focused on tactics, dark fantasy atmosphere, and clever mission design.
10. Curse of the Sea Rats
Genre: Platformer / Metroidvania
What the game is about: A hand-drawn 2D adventure where a cursed crew turned into rats explores levels, fights enemies, and uncovers the story of a magical pirate world.
Why it’s on the list:
A stylish indie gem that proves pirate games can also be artistic, atmospheric, and different.
Final recommendations
- Sea of Thieves — best for co-op play.
- Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii — for a fresh pirate twist.
- Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag — best for story and classic pirate atmosphere.
This article was prepared by the Mauris team during the development of the pirate RPG Corsairs Legacy, based on an analysis of modern pirate games and their core mechanics.
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