Tempest: Pirate Action RPG (2016)

Developer: HeroCraft
Publisher: HeroCraft PC
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Action, Indie, RPG
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 2,620 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A sprawling pirate adventure where you sail freely, trade or fight, upgrade your ship and crew, and face dangerous monsters in a punishing open world.

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What players say

Players describe a shallow but amusing pirate game that was abandoned before completion. Many note the UI breaks at ultrawide resolutions and the economy is broken, making trading and earning money frustrating. A few appreciate its many missions and find it relaxing, but long-time players are disappointed that development stopped.

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