Fantastic Sea (2018)

Developer: Zhu Feng, Liu Fang
Publisher: Zhu Feng
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 16 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 9.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow, strategic simulation where you pilot whimsical ships through a bright fantasy sea and sky, planning your next move at a relaxed pace.

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What players say

Players praise the relaxing fantasy trading loop but split on its pace: some find it a calm sailing simulator while others say it is too slow. Many note there is no in-game tutorial, the night is too dark, and the map feels small. Long-time players report save files corrupting or disappearing.

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