I had heard about Sea of Thieves for years and finally decided to give it a go with having access to it through Xbox Game Pass. Glad I waited the time frame that I did to try it, as the previous years look like it had been lacking in content a good bit. Feels like there's lots of content now; I've been playing for the last month almost nightly and I'm still looking up stuff on the wiki for what it is/how to's/etc. Ended up buying a copy, as I wanted to play it after my Game Pass ended.
SoT's is a refreshing, unique game that offers a new multiplayer pirate experience unlike most out there. Yes, the game is MUCH better with other friends that can join your crew, HANDS DOWN. It is VERY team-based, as the bigger the ship you get, the more teamwork focused it is to properly sail/defend yourself/gather loot/etc.
You CAN solo this game, although it is for sure stacked against you, as you generally need more than one player to do most common world events, resulting in the most loot for your efforts, otherwise, you usually run into a full crew of players in a bigger ship that will destroy you in no time and take all your loot (play for 2-3 hrs and get your loot stolen, no fun). Having said that, the game scales up world events and difficulty, so if you are alone in your crew in the smallest ship (Sloop, 1-2 players max) the game will only set world events/npc's/etc against you as such. If you have 3 players on the mid size ship, it will scale up difficulty for things as such. This mechanic makes it at least possible to play as a solo player on a sloop to take out say, a kraken attack, with some concentration. You will likely get lonely and bored after a while though, so maybe see if at least one other friend may be interested in giving this game a go with you.
** IF you expect to come from all these modern fast pace FPS games where it's nonstop action in your face, you may have to dial it back a bit and relax, or this may not be for you. Cannon ship fights/npc fights/world events (krakens, megaladons, ghost ships, etc) are fun, but they're not all the time. Lots of time is spent sailing around, solving riddles, finding "x marks the spot" type of stuff, etc etc.
Mind you, after years of playing MW/Halo's myself, this game is awesome. I love the water, love the graphics and styling, it's a much refreshing needed break from most games these days... and hey, like most, it's actually FUN! I feel like most games these days have blurred the line between what is actually "fun" and "grindy". Sure there's grind in SoT's, but its a relaxing grind if you enjoy this kind of gameplay. Yes there are microtransactions that Rare introduced a while ago, but so far, they are ONLY cosmetic/pets, and they have their own currency, so it's really not that bad. Not to mention once you learn enough about the game, how to make efficient loot/gold for your play time, it can be handsomely rewarding for the amounts you get - (looking at you RockStar, GTA5 online *cough cough* where you need to grind days to gather $millions just to buy a dumb car).
Final point: There isn't really much of a mid or end point in this game to be honest. You can reach "Pirate Legend" with a faction of your choice after so many levels, unlocking a special area and special voyages resulting in better loot and some cosmetics, but that's about it. It's meant to be a consistent, passive experience where you and your buddies and just jump on, sail, explore, enjoy, battle others/nps, loot & sell, rinse & repeat. If you can't handle that, go back to listening to 40yr old neckbeard 12yr old wannabe's on Modern Warfare cry about getting killed because 5 other players were camping behind him for the last 10 matches.
TL;DR: On the surface, it doesn't feel like much. If your willing to learn and relax with some friends that don't mind team work based games, pick up Sea of Thieves.
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Be More Pirate
Sea of Thieves offers the essential pirate experience, from sailing and fighting to exploring and looting – everything you need to live the pirate life and create all-new legends. Xbox Live Gold required to play (sold separately).
No set roles
With no set roles, you have complete freedom to approach the world, and other players, however you choose.
Friends or foes?
Whether you’re adventuring as a group or sailing solo, you’re bound to encounter other crews in this shared-world adventure game – but will they be friends or foes? Xbox Live Gold required to play (sold separately).
Sea of Thieves offers something for everyone, no matter how they like to play:
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A world of explorationSet sail upon a vast, open ocean, venturing into new regions and discovering the secrets of unspoiled islands and sunken ships. Hunt for treasure by following maps and untangling riddles, and learn to expect the unexpected... |
A world of excitementEngage in ship-to-ship crew battles with cannon, pistol and cutlass, pursuing rival ships through raging storms. Sail in pursuit of deadly bounties or ferry cargo through hostile waters. Clash with the skeletal remains of cursed former pirates and beware undersea menaces that lurk beneath the waves! |
A world we sail togetherWhether you’re playing alongside friends, matchmaking to find a crew or setting out as a ‘lone wolf’ pirate, you’ll have hilarious, memorable encounters in a world where every sail on the horizon is a crew of real players. |
A world of achievementOn your quest to become a pirate legend you’ll amass loot, build a reputation and customize your ship (and yourself) with your hard-earned rewards. |
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