The Best Pirates Games for PC Windows

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Update : Mark of the Deep added at rank #27.
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The Expanse: A Telltale Series (2023)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4

Take on the role of Camina Drummer and explore the dangerous, uncharted edges of the Belt. From scavenging wrecked ships in a zero-g environment, to combating fearsome pirates, you make the difficult choices in this latest Telltale adventure. All five episodes playable at launch!

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  • narrative
  • pirates
  • sci-fi
  • zero-gravity
  • exploration
  • adventure
  • novel
  • book
  • drama
  • choices
  • rpg
  • episodic
  • politics
  • action-adventure
  • quick-time-event

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The Expanse: A Telltale Series - Episode 2 (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows

An epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule awaits in The Legend of Zelda™: Tears of the Kingdom for Nintendo Switch™. The adventure is yours to create in a world fueled by your imagination.

In this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you’ll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Can you harness the power of Link’s new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom?

Nintendo Switch Online members can buy a pair of Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers* and redeem each one for any game in the voucher catalog—including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.


  • pirates
  • episodic
  • quick-time-event
  • grand
  • space-adventure
  • club
  • exploration
  • stealth
  • romance
  • quick-time

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Cleo - a pirate's tale (2021)

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PC Windows Mac OS

Cleo is a solo-developed, top-down, pixel-art, retro, pirate adventure with a lot of nostalgic flair, humor and a linear story, inspired by the old Zelda games and the classic LucasArts adventure games.


  • investigation
  • pirates
  • 1990s
  • logic
  • linear
  • narration
  • top-down
  • comedy
  • point-and-click
  • action-adventure
  • pixel
  • funny
  • 2d
  • old-school
  • retro

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Sea of Thieves: 2024 Edition (2020)

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PC Windows

Sea of Thieves is a smash-hit pirate adventure game, offering the quintessential pirate experience of plundering lost treasures, intense battles, vanquishing sea monsters and more. Dive in with this revised edition of the game, which includes access to digital bonus media.


  • pirates
  • sailing
  • cooperative
  • naval
  • multiplayer
  • open-world
  • pvp
  • adventure
  • online
  • hacker
  • first-person
  • funny
  • pve
  • swordplay

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Flint: Treasure of Oblivion (2024)

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PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5

Experience the golden age of piracy through a strong and original narrative, real-time exploration and turn-based tactical combat in Flint - Treasure of Oblivion.


  • turn-based
  • tactical
  • pirates
  • rpg
  • dice
  • combat
  • comic
  • narration
  • strategy
  • card
  • exploration
  • narrative
  • tactical-rpg

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Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara (2023)

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Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Xbox One Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Join Koa and her best friend Napopo on an action-packed adventure through the islands of Mara! Outwit traps, manoeuvre dangerous environments, and explore a series of dazzlingly different landscapes on their quest to recover stolen pirate loot.

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  • platform
  • pirates
  • 3d
  • wholesome
  • cozy
  • colourful
  • action-adventure
  • family-friendly
  • linear
  • hand-drawn
  • cute
  • relaxing
  • exploration
  • adventure
  • story

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Hero of the Kingdom II (2015)

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PC Windows Android Linux Mac OS

You and your sister had finally found a haven in a small fishing village when you encountered more troubles. An unstoppable pirate crew threatened the entire kingdom. Your sister was kidnapped and taken to lands unknown. You must embark on a journey to the end of the world to save her.


  • pirates
  • isometric
  • rpg
  • adventure
  • casual
  • point-and-click
  • strategy
  • hidden-object
  • achievements
  • resource-management
  • inventory
  • medieval
  • time-management
  • story
  • skill

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Pirates Outlaws (2019)

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Android PC Windows Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone Xbox One Mac OS

Pirates Outlaws is a roguelike card game in which you navigate dangerous seas and challenge their masters. Your expedition will be full of ambushes and will not be easy. Build your deck and combos to become a reputed pirate.

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  • card
  • pirates
  • rogue-like
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • deck
  • deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • boss

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No Man's Sky (2016)

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No Man's Sky is a massive universe-sim sandbox experience that lets you explore an infinite number of planets with unique lifeforms and environments. Upgrade your ship and suit for survival and choose your own path - whether you want to be a trader, fighter, or explorer. The game offers great graphics and good VR support with the ability to play with friends and share your discoveries.


What we like:
  • Deliver on promises
  • Great graphics
  • Cross-play enabled
  • Good VR support
What could be improved:
  • Some bugs present
  • Not challenging enough
  • No co-op progression

  • inventory
  • survival
  • exploration
  • sci-fi
  • crafting
  • pirates
  • resource
  • trading
  • discovery
  • aliens
  • multiplayer
  • sandbox
  • space
  • open-world
  • management

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Willy Morgan and the Curse of Bone Town (2020)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 4

Embark on a thrilling adventure in Willy Morgan and the Curse of Bone Town! Explore a fantasy pirate-themed world with challenging puzzles and witty dialogues. With non-linear gameplay, the freedom to explore and over 50 locations to discover, can you uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearance of Willy's father?


What we like:
  • Polished and funny point 'n click adventure
  • Limited number of items and hotspots make puzzles approachable
  • Fully voiced with nice animations and good English
  • Interesting story with mysteries that keep the player curious
  • Excellent voice acting and witty dialogue
What could be improved:
  • Linear gameplay with unnecessary steps to puzzle-solving
  • Inconsistent quality of voice acting
  • Unclear save mechanism

  • point-and-click
  • pirates
  • adventure
  • puzzle
  • cartoony
  • mystery
  • funny
  • classic
  • 2.5d
  • inventory
  • investigation
  • nonlinear
  • narrative
  • light-hearted
  • atmospheric

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