- Hotfix: Gamepad input & button rebinding - 10 September 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!We've just rolled out a small hotfix to make navigating the seas a little smoother:- Fixed an issue with gamepad input in the UI.- Fixed an issue with button rebinding in the UI.Thanks for your reports and feedback, sea wolves! Keep 'em coming — we'll keep squashing those pesky bugs. Special thanks to DarkSageWalker!Yo-ho, see ye on the high seas!The Curse of Pirates Team
- Curse of Pirates and Grind Survivors together in one bundle! - 7 September 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!There’s twice as much loot on the horizon today! To celebrate the release of Curse of Pirates 1.0, we’ve joined forces with Grind Survivors in a brand-new Steam bundle.Would you rather sink hordes of enemies among cursed islands or blast your way through endless waves of demons with a gun in hand? Good news — now you don’t have to choose.In Curse of Pirates, you’ll build wild ability combinations, upgrade your ship, and take on the monsters lurking across the Cursed Seas. Meanwhile, Grind Survivors throws you against relentless hordes of hellspawn, with randomized weapons, powerful upgrades, and plenty of ways to build an arsenal nasty enough to make the demons regret showing up.Grab both games together in the discounted bundle and see just how many hordes you can survive in one evening!Full sails ahead!The Curse of Pirates Team
- Pirates Meet Slime: A New Bundle Is Now on Steam! - 7 September 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!We’ve already seen cursed ships, ghosts, tentacles, and giant eyes staring out from the Abyss. But a murderous green slime? That’s a new one. Still, we’ve never been short on curiosity or courage, so to celebrate the release of Curse of Pirates 1.0, we’ve teamed up with Slime 3K: Rise Against Despot in a brand-new Steam bundle!In Curse of Pirates, as always, you’ll command a cursed ship, build wild ability combos, and fight your way through enemy fleets and swarms of monsters across the Cursed Seas.In Slime 3K, things get considerably... slimier. You play as a sentient and extremely annoyed blob of goo, build a deck of weapons and abilities, and wipe out hordes of the Despot’s minions. Assault rifles, acid, electricity, zombies, and even exploding watermelons are all on the table.Two action roguelikes. Two completely different kinds of chaos — and both equally worth…
- Curse of Pirates 1.0 Is out now on Steam: Challenge the Abyss! - 7 September 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!Cannons loaded, sails raised! We’re ready to stare the horrors of the deep right in the eye and send a broadside straight down their throats. Curse of Pirates has officially left Early Access, and Update 1.0 is now live on Steam!You can finally sail all the way to the edge of the Abyss and face the greatest villain of the Cursed Seas. But don’t charge unprepared! First, we strongly recommend checking out our brand-new trailer:And before you set sail, here’s everything waiting for you in Curse of Pirates 1.0.New crew memberMeet Zephy, the Interdimensional Parrot. He travels between worlds, collecting and recording the stories he finds along the way. Zephy is ready to join your crew and share his powers — provided your voyage turns out legendary enough to earn a place in his collection.Zephy commands the power of wind! With him, you can:unleash tornadoes that bounce o…
- Chart a New Course! Curse of Pirates 1.0 Sets Sail on September 7 - 31 August 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!A giant albatross has delivered a message to every daring captain! On September 7 at 1:00 PM UTC, Curse of Pirates will leave Early Access on Steam with the massive Update 1.0. This major content update will uncover more secrets of the Cursed Seas. Here's what awaits ye in Update 1.0:- A new crew member — Zephy, an interdimensional parrot who commands the power of the wind. Summon devastating tornadoes and reduce yer enemies to splinters and bones.- Five playable ships, each with its own unique playstyle and abilities. The farther you sail and the more bosses you defeat, the more vessels you'll unlock for your fleet.- Five new enemy types, from schooners consumed by eldritch tentacles to warships carrying swarms of tiny explosive horrors straight from the Abyss.- Three fearsome bosses. Whether it's Sythrix the Void Serpent, the all-seeing Gaze of the Abyss, or the i…
- Fire. Poison. Lightning. Madness. Who will become your ally in Curse of Pirates? - 16 July 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!Even the most fearless captain cannot survive the Cursed Seas alone. But in Curse of Pirates, there will always be those willing to sail under yer colors… if they deem ye worthy.Each companion is not just a sidekick, but a full-fledged member of yer crew with their own story, personality, and unique combat style. Meet Astrid Flameheart, daughter of the legendary pirate Azrael. Betrayed by her own crew and friends, she was resurrected by fire itself — and now burns with an unstoppable thirst for revenge!She commands the power of flame. With Astrid by yer side, you’ll spread burning tar across the waves, turning them into a deadly mire, drown enemies in molten lava, and summon meteors and fiery storms from the sky. She will teach ye how to deal devastating damage to entire groups of enemies at once.Meet Lord Darkbone, cursed by an ancient shaman for sins long forgotte…
- Keep Your Booty Safe: Curse of Pirates Now Supports Steam Cloud! - 8 June 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!A pirate’s life is never easy, especially when you run out of room to stash your hard-earned loot! That's why we’ve made sure every brave captain can keep their treasures safe. Curse of Pirates now supports Steam Cloud.From now on, you can set sail across the Cursed Seas from any device without worrying about losing your progress. Your saves will travel with you wherever the tides may take you.Steam Cloud is just one of many quality-of-life improvements we're bringing aboard to make your adventures across the Cursed Seas even more convenient. And we'll keep outfitting our frigate and working on the game according to our roadmap. Thank you for sailing these waters with us! Drop by our Discord tavern, grab a mug of good old rum, and share your sea tales with fellow captains.Yo-ho, see you on the high seas!The Curse of Pirates Team
- Curse of Pirates joins Steam Bullet Fest with a 10% Discount! - 3 June 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!All cannons to the ready! A storm of gunpowder and lead is brewing, and only the most cutthroat captains will survive this tempest! From June 8th to 15th, Steam hosts the Bullet Hell Fest. We couldn't miss out on the action, so Curse of Pirates is officially joining the bullet mayhem with a 10% Discount!It’s time to unleash a full broadside on your enemies. Hop aboard and set sail for the treasures of the cursed seas!Full sails ahead!The Curse of Pirates Team
- The Curse of Pirates “Winds of Change” Update Is Live Now! - 25 May 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!Hoist the sails! The Curse of Pirates frigate is setting course under the "Winds of Change" banner. Starting today, all brave captains can dive into the massive content drop we teased in our last dev log. Once you hit that "Update" button, here’s what’s waiting for you: New Crew Member — Edrik Stormblade. A brutal rocker born in the eye of the storm! His abilities revolve around lightning, electricity, and devastating critical strikes. Chain his powers together, and you’ll unleash enough thunder to tear enemy fleets apart.New Ship — The Submarine. Unlock this beauty after defeating the Kraken. Unlike other vessels, the Submarine has no auto-targeting — every shot depends entirely on your own aim. However, her stern cannons will shred anyone daring enough to tail you.New Weather Condition — Thunderstorm. Prepare to fight in the heart of a raging tempest. Watch out fo…
- Set Course for the Update: “Winds of Change” blows into Curse of Pirates - 21 May 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!Our voyage is gaining speed. We’ve been buried deep in the hold, hard at work to make your adventures across the Forgotten Ocean even more insane. It’s time to unveil the mystery: our first major content update, "Winds of Change" will fill the sails of Curse of Pirates on May 25!A new legend joins the roster — the brutal rocker Edric Stormblade. This scoundrel clearly struck a deal with the storm: his entire skill kit is surged with electricity and built around massive critical hits. Shredding enemies to Edric’s guitar riffs has never felt (or looked) more badass!And with him comes a brand-new weather condition — Thunderstorm. Navigating these maps will throw you straight into the eye of a raging elemental vortex. And watch out for those lightning strikes! Trust us, they don't just hit the water.Of course, no update would be complete without fresh horrors lurking in…
- Early Access is in Full Sail: The Leaderboard of the Most Cutthroat Pirates! - 15 May 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!Three weeks in Early Access flew by like a heavy cannon blast! And through all this time, you’ve been right there with us — fighting, sinking, crafting absurd builds, and charging back into the cursed seas for one more run. Thanks to every captain who trusted our team and supported the game at the start!While some of you carefully explored the waters of the damned seas, others turned the screen into a complete storm of cannon fire, explosions, and screaming monsters. We simply couldn’t sail past, so we gathered a leaderboard of the deadliest captains around. These ruthless bastards clearly never learned the meaning of “mercy”:A special thanks to everyone leaving feedback, suggestions, and bug reports. Thanks to you, our ship keeps a steady course even through the fiercest storms.And while you continue to arrange carnage on the high seas, we are following the roadmap…
- Curse of Pirates joins the Steam Ocean Fest flotilla! - 14 May 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!Sailing alone in cursed waters is a risky game — one wrong turn and you’re fish food. But as part of a mighty fleet, neither storms nor the bloodthirsty Kraken can bring us down! From May 18th to May 25th, Curse of Pirates joins the Steam Ocean Fest.It’s time to roam the high seas alongside fellow desperate cutthroats. We’ve joined forces with our brothers-in-arms from HeroCraft PC — Tempest and Pirate Ships — to help you stock your cargo hold with the finest pirate hits!Yo-ho, get ready to cast off! See you in the raging waters!The Curse of Pirates Team
- Loot on the Horizon! Curse of Pirates joins the HeroCraft PC Publisher Bundle! - 6 May 2026
Ahoy there, sea dogs!Ready your boarding hooks! A massive caravan has been spotted on the horizon, and its cargo holds are bursting with top-tier games. Curse of Pirates has officially joined forces with the HeroCraft PC Publisher Bundle!There’s loot for every taste in this haul: from deep strategies and simulators to deck-building roguelikes and action RPGs. It’s a literal sea of adventures worthy of the boldest captains.Grab the bundle at a discount and expand your Steam library!And don’t forget to drop anchor at our Discord tavern. There you’ll find legends of the Seven Seas, fellow pirates, and a mug of the strongest rum!Yo-ho, see you on the high seas!The Curse of Pirates Team
- Raise the anchor! Early Access for Curse of Pirates! - 23 April 2026
Yo-ho-ho, sea dogs!It’s time to mend the rigging, sharpen your blades, and stock up on rum! Today on April 23, we raise the anchor and launch Curse of Pirates into Early Access on Steam. Thanks to all the brave captains who supported our course and added the game to their wishlists!In Early Access, you'll get:2 massive regions to explore. Try to conquer them without ending up as fish food!2 bosses await at the end of your journey. Face the ruthless Vice Admiral and the legendary Kraken in a fight to the death.2 "Cursed Captain" mini-bosses whose souls are forever bound to these waters. Do you dare to summon them?2 types of ships. Each vessel has its own character and manner of cutting through the waves of the Forgotten Ocean.3 loyal crew members. These charismatic rogues will help you turn the tide of battle—just embrace their unique gifts.Over 40 abilities. Combine various skills wisel…
- The last shot of the ship's cannons – April 7th - 6 April 2026
Yo-ho-ho, sea dogs!All hands on deck! Tomorrow, April 7, at 8:00 AM UTC we strike the sails and bring the playtest to a close. The wind will die down, the waves will darken, and the cursed islands will vanish into swirling green mist.You have one last chance to throw the dice on the barrel of fate! Now is the time to go all out: try the most daring attacks, challenge monsters, and haul anything untouched from the depths. Don't hold back – the sea favors the bold and reckless. Meanwhile, we salute everyone who sailed this cursed path with us! You fought bravely! And we swear, The Sea Devil himself heard the clash of your blades! Your reports, feedback, and discoveries have been true treasures for our crew, helping us push the game further than we ever imagined.Thank you for your courage! Follow the game page, add Curse of Pirates to your wishlist, and don't forget to visit our port taver…
- All hands on deck! The new playtest is here! - 24 March 2026
Yo-ho-ho! Set sail, captain!Today is a great day for all lovers of sea adventures — the Curse of Pirates playtest launches on Steam. This ain't a lazy cruise on calm waters. It's a real challenge for the bravest and most daring sea dogs out there.This time, we've turned build-crafting upside down and completely reworked the Mark system. Marks now vary in power and rarity, so by placing them wisely into your ship's ability slots, you can forge an incredibly powerful vessel.Choose your ship to match your playstyle, mix active and passive abilities, take down bosses to unlock new levels, and survive endless waves of deep-sea monstrosities.Speaking of waves. We added WAVES. To a GAME ABOUT PIRATES. Each level is now split into four waves. Keep cutting down enemies until you draw the attention of a massive crowd of hostile sea scum. Good luck surviving that. And if you defeat the boss, an en…
- The Curse of Lord Darkbown - 26 December 2025
Ahoy there, sea dogs! Want to hear another grim tale that reeks of tarred planks and salty sea winds? This legend chills the blood even of the most weathered pirates. They say that if you spot an especially thick greenish fog gathering over the water, all you can do is pray for the salvation of your soul. Grab your prayer books and any charms you’ve got, ’cause nothing else will help. First, through the swirling mist you’ll see the faint outlines of a ship: a broken bow, torn lifeless sails, ropes covered in mold and barnacles. It’ll drift toward you, slow and silent, until you come face to face with a terrifying ghostly skeleton standing at the helm of this dreadful vessel.This is the spirit of vengeance of the great Lord Darkbown, cursed by a powerful shaman from one of the islands. Now he’s doomed to wander the seas with no chance to set foot on land. Do you have enough courage—or ma…
- Jump aboard the Curse of Pirates playtest! - 19 December 2025
Yo-ho-ho, sea dogs!The Curse of Pirates crew is calling all hands: we’re opening pre-registration for the game’s playtest!Enough wasting time in port taverns, listening to the same old tales told by a bunch of washed-up losers. It’s time to forge your own legend! Sign up and get ready to set sail on the most dizzying and dangerous voyage of your life. Mystical islands brimming with secrets await you, along with furious sea battles to the thunder of cannons and the roar of deep-sea monsters, clashes with cursed captains, and fateful encounters with loyal companions. Yo-ho, get ready to cast off! See you in the raging waters!The Curse of Pirates Team
- New Pickups, Balance Tweaks, and a Shipload of Visual Upgrades - 6 November 2025
Ahoy there, sea dogs! We’ve gathered your feedback, analyzed hundreds of voyages—and quite a few parrot-related deaths. Today, we’re releasing a major update for the Curse of Pirates demo. Without further ado, here’s what’s new:Balance adjustments, especially at the start of a voyage.New pickups — special items that can drop from enemies and grant temporary bonuses.Improved totem system — it’s now clearer and safer, so you won’t accidentally grab a debuff instead of a buff.Visual upgrade for your ship — it’s now displayed from multiple angles. Not only does it look great, but it also gives a better sense of control at the helm.Manual fire mode — toggle it in settings if you prefer aiming and shooting on your own.Astrid, Darkbone, and Zar'kul are now waiting for you in the hub to chat between voyages.A brand-new adventure map, freshly drawn and full of pirate charm.And of course, countle…
- Major Demo Update - 13 October 2025
Yo-ho-ho, sea devils! To all brave souls playing the demo and sharing yer feedback — a hearty mug o’ rum on us! And now, hoist the sails and catch the fresh patch filled with tweaks based on yer fine feedback:Fixed an issue where the damage type of abilities was displayed incorrectly.Fixed the black screen that appeared after receiving a boon during boss spawn.Fixed localization errors.Fixed UI layout bugs on widescreen displays.Fixed localization bugs for Asian languages.Added dynamic hotkey label changes when connecting a gamepad.Added an FPS limit option in the settings.Thanks for playing, mates!Don’t forget to leave a review if ye haven’t already, and join our merry crew on Discord! Yo-ho-ho, see ye on the high seas! The Curse of Pirates Crew
