Sea of Thieves: A Pirate’s Life promises to bring the magic of Disney into Rare’s seafaring adventure.
Rare’s swashbuckling online pirate adventure game, Sea of Thieves, certainly has the wind in its sails at the moment. After three years of substantial updates – which have added new gameplay mechanics, islands, emergent events, pets and countless cosmetics – it’s hard to remember what the game looked like when it was released in March 2018. And that’s a good thing, because Sea of Thieves launched in a rather barebones state. The foundations were obviously there, but the game was severely lacking in content and enough variety to keep all but the most dedicated players engaged. Now, though, Sea of Thieves’ unpredictable nature is where the game truly shines. A simple voyage can often turn into something completely unexpected, which can lead to some unforgettable stories full of spectacular highs and lows. It’s no wonder, then, that the game has amassed over 20 million players. However, on June 22, Sea of Thieves is set to get even better thanks to the upcoming Sea of Thieves: A Pirate’s Life update. Creative director Mike Chapman describes it as the game’s “biggest, most impactful ever”, and after attending a sneak peek at what awaits players in this ambitious crossover with Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean franchise – which won’t cost a single doubloon to experience – the open seas have never looked so inviting. Sea of Thieves: A Pirate’s Life takes inspiration not just from the films, but also from the historic attraction at Disneyland. Eagle-eyed fans will spot many nods and creative twists that resemble moments from the classic ride, and those who were hoping to meet more than just Jack Sparrow from the crew of the Black Pearl will also be delighted to hear that more Pirates of the Caribbean characters will be in the game.
