If it’s a pirate’s life for you, you’re probably either playing Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced as a way to revisit the beloved 13-year-old game, or trying it out for the first time, knowing the hype behind it. There really aren’t many pirate RPGs like Black Flag, as many have tried and failed to live up to how great it was and continues to be.
Still, once you finish Black Flag Resynced, you’ll likely still be pirated-brained and looking for a similar swashbuckling adventure. Look no further, as we’ve put together a list of the best pirate games to play after you’ve had your fix with Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced.
Windrose
Windrose is the latest release of this list, coming out on April 14 this year as a PvE online survival crafting adventure game. Play as a pirate, either solo or with friends, as you explore the high seas and build a successful pirate base to return to when you’re not at sea.
Take on a combat style of your choice by using an array of melee weapons and firearms like rapiers, halberds, sabers, pistols, muskets, and much more. Windrose is probably the closest you’ll get to a pirate RPG, and it’s still only in Early Access.
Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire
Play a treasured pirate isometric CRPG, Obsidian’s Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire, if you’re itching for a story-rich experience set in a world of piracy. In PoE II: Deadfire, the gameplay is based on classic D&D as you take on quests, build a party, and assign unique classes to each party member.
You’re the captain of your ship that sails between exotic islands and guides you to numerous monsters and enemies to fight. If you also love the Baldur’s Gate franchise, you have to try out Deadfire.
Sea of Thieves
The most popular multiplayer open-world pirate game is Sea of Thieves by Rare. Explore the vast open world on your pirate ship while looting islands and taking on dangerous quests. If you want a break from fighting the mighty Kraken, try some relaxing fishing or tackle hundreds of other side-quests.
There’s always something going on in Sea of Thieves, with new seasons that bring special rewards and opportunities. It’s better when you’re touring the seas with a friend or two, and it’s available with a Game Pass subscription.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Set in modern day but still including a pirate adventure, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii has you play as an ex-yakuza member who is now the captain of a pirate crew. It’s a must-play for Yakuza series fans, but it is also a perfectly good standalone game for anyone who hasn’t played a Yakuza game.
As Goro Majima finds himself shipwrecked and unable to remember his past, you set off on a journey to battle modern-day pirates in search of a legendary treasure. This game includes real-time cannon battles and crew brawls as you explore the open sea. It’s a spin-off worth playing for the pirate vibes alone.
One Piece Odyssey
One Piece Odyssey is a pirate RPG set in the world of the beloved anime One Piece, and is a fun adventure for fans and newcomers alike. Luffy and the Straw Hat Crew are sailing the New World when suddenly a storm causes a shipwreck, and they find themselves washed up on a tropical island.
Now separated from his crew, Luffy must find his friends and escape the island that’s riddled with raging storms. This JRPG includes turn-based combat with familiar party members of Luffy’s Straw Hat Crew, who each have a unique way of fighting enemies.
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