This is exactly the kind of game I was looking for - and one that met my expectations even as they were evolving.

"This game would've been SO GOOD if they'd let you sail by using the wind." - bam, turns out that's next in the ship upgrades.
"This game would've been SO GOOD if there was more than just this limited map" - bam, I sailed to the west, new map loads.
"This game would've been SO GOOD if you could fight for ownership of the map." - bam.

Again and again with these pleasant surprises. I've always loved little trade games, and it feels glorious to sail beautiful ships and get into the roleplay of sinking enemy pirates and the wonderful flavour text that pops up.

To balance out my glowing review, I'd like to add that while the music is nice, there are only six songs that are too short and don't blend very well. I'd recommend finding a 'pirate sea shanty' mix on youtube and mute the in-game music after a while

If you're on the fence about this game, just look at the glorious screen shots and imagine building towers and lighthouses to defend your territory. A slow starting game (one might say it eases you in) and very very enjoyable.

This is exactly the kind of game I was looking for - and one that met my expectations even as they were evolving. "This game would've been SO GOOD if they'd let you sail by using the wind." - bam, turns out that's next in the ship upgrades. "This game would've been SO GOOD if there was more than just this limited map" - bam, I sailed to the west, new map loads. "This game would've been SO GOOD if you could fight for ownership of the map." - bam. Again and again with these pleasant surprises. I've always loved little trade games, and it feels glorious to sail beautiful ships and get into the roleplay of sinking enemy pirates and the wonderful flavour text that pops up. To balance out my glowing review, I'd like to add that while the music is nice, there are only six songs that are too short and don't blend very well. I'd recommend finding a 'pirate sea shanty' mix on youtube and mute the in-game music after a while If you're on the fence about this game, just look at the glorious screen shots and imagine building towers and lighthouses to defend your territory. A slow starting game (one might say it eases you in) and very very enjoyable.