Sea of Thieves: 2026 Edition
Intense overall intensityWhat's in it
Alcohol is brewed and drunk on ships, and players can become intoxicated.
An in-game store sells Ancient Coins bought with real money, which are spent on cosmetic ship parts, outfits, pets and emotes. Items are picked directly from the store; nothing is sold as a randomized box.
Sword and cannon combat against human pirates and sea creatures; blood effects are minimal and stylized.
Piracy, theft, and plundering of enemy ships and chests are core gameplay loops.
Cosmetic purchases are frequent and presented as high-pressure opportunities.
Cosmetic outfits include skimpy pirate costumes and swimsuits, and characters can be customized with revealing clothing.
Coarse language appears in player chat and emotes, including profanity and insults.
Who can reach your kid
What it is
Sea of Thieves is an open-world, pirate-themed massively multiplayer adventure game where players sail the seas in search of treasure, fight rival pirates, and explore islands. Combat is stylized with swords and cannons, and blood effects are light. Players can drink alcohol, become drunk, and engage in theft and plundering. The game includes microtransactions for cosmetic items, wardrobes, and premium currency, and a real-money casino. Interaction with strangers is frequent through voice and text chat, and the community is known for its chaotic, sometimes toxic atmosphere.
How it's framed
The game frames piracy and lawlessness as a source of comedic, lighthearted fun rather than moral wrongdoing. Players are encouraged to be mischievous and take risks, and humor often comes from the absurdity of player interactions.
Details
- Developer
- Rare Ltd
- Publisher
- Xbox Game Studios
- Released
- Jun 3, 2020
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