Embark on the ultimate maritime experience with Seafarer: The Ship Sim. Choose between careers, take the helm of a variety of ships, and expand your fleet. Navigate a vast open world and become immersed in the beautiful expanses and rolling waves.

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Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“We decided to go for early access with this title to involve the community in the development of the game so that we can create a game experience that is in line with players' expectations. In the early access phase, we will continuously work on content updates to expand the scope of the game. These content updates will be released in regular intervals. Aside from that, we will collect player feedback, wishes and criticism to add these to improve updates where possible.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We are currently planning for a full release sometime in 2026.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“The full version will have a lot more content than the Early Access version. We plan on expanding the game world, adding more content missions, and introducing new ships. Additionally we will evaluate player feedback and criticisms to create further updates. Take a look at our Early Access Roadmap on Trello: https://trello.com/b/zO1F3oJg/seafarer-the-ship-sim-early-access-roadmap”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Early Access will give you a first look at key features and content, allowing you to experience and shape the game before its full release. While we’re not revealing everything just yet, you can expect a variety of missions such as coastguard operations and cargo transport, meticulously crafted ships, and a stunning open maritime world.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“The pricing will most likely be increased when leaving Early Access.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“We have an in game bug reporting system. Additionally, please leave your feedback in the bug channel on Discord or in the Steam discussion board so that we can collect and evaluate all feedback.”
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Early Access Roadmap

Seafarer has entered its first major Early Access Update with the new LNG & Bulk Update, introducing LNG operations, bulk cargo handling, and three new vessels.

This update also adds new random events at sea, from assisting damaged ships to discovering scenic landmarks and capturing photos along your journey.

Further improvements and additional events will follow throughout Early Access.

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About This Game

Ahoy, Seafarers!

Feel the wind in your face, the deck beneath your feet and the salt on your lips.

Seafarer: The Ship Sim is in Early Access. We’d love for you to come aboard and launch your maritime career with us. The world, the ships, and the systems will grow update by update, and you’re invited to watch and shape that journey as it happens.

We want you to enjoy life at sea. This isn't a high-realism work training simulator in which you have to memorize every bolt or tick off endless checklists before you even start the engine. Our goal is simple: Take things at your own pace on a huge open map. Follow a career path or jump straight into the action in quickplay. It’s your call.

No two days on the water are the same. Calm sunrises over quiet seas can turn into rough storms without warning. Dynamic waves, changing weather, and unexpected encounters make every voyage feel a little different and, hopefully, memorable.

Choose from a growing fleet of vessels that range from small workboats to true giants of the sea. Patrol harbors and coastlines, load containers and bulk cargo with massive cranes, transport delicate LNG, answer distress calls, rescue stranded crews, fight fires, salvage lost freight, or guide huge ships safely into dock.

Or simply just enjoy the view from the bridge and snap a few pics.

Check out the roadmap to see what’s coming next. New vessels and features are on the way, while existing systems continue to be refined and polished. Multiplayer and ship customization are also on the horizon.

Set sail today.

Early Access means we’re building this together. Your feedback, ideas, and reports genuinely help plot the course ahead. Join us on this voyage through the sometimes stormy seas of development and let’s aim for smooth sailing toward full release.

  • Early Access title – actively developed and growing over time, with regular updates shaped by player feedback.

  • A living open world set on a huge map inspired by North European seas, ports, and coastlines.

  • Sandbox gameplay with dynamic weather, day & night cycles, and unpredictable events – no two voyages are quite the same.

  • Take the helm of a growing fleet of vessels, from small workboats to large seagoing ships.

  • Hands-on ship interaction: operate engines, handle cargo cranes, deploy water cannons, and dig into your vessel’s systems.

  • Choose your career path within factions – or jump straight into the action with quickplay.

  • Create your own seafarer with the character editor and step onto the bridge as yourself.

  • Modern visuals and realistic waves, powered by Unreal Engine 5 and NVIDIA WaveWorks 2.0, bringing sea and weather conditions to life.

  • More to come: New ships, features, and improvements will be added step-by-step as development continues.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 64-Bit
    • Processor: Intel Core i3-12100F (3.3Ghz) or AMD Ryzen 3 3100 (3.6 Ghz)
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: GeForce GTX 1080TI (11GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8GB)
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Storage: 40 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: Please note that Integrated Graphics are not supported (e.g. Laptops).
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 64-Bit
    • Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 7900 (12 Core) or Intel equivalent
    • Memory: 32 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7000 (16GB)
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Storage: 40 GB available space

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