Players are frustrated by a variety of gameplay issues, including poorly designed mechanics, performance problems, and major bugs that halt progression. Specific complaints include restrictive quest design, lack of freedom in the campaign, and difficulties with resource management. Additionally, issues such as clunky controls, poor optimization, and repetitive tasks contribute to the frustration.
Players express disappointment due to the game's lack of complexity, historical accuracy, and differentiation from the Anno series. The game feels unfinished, lacks depth in several areas, and is criticized for being repetitive and boring. Many players also feel that the game does not meet their expectations and lacks originality.
Players enjoy the mix of Anno and Assassin's Creed elements, finding the gameplay fun and engaging. The pirate theme, good music, and interesting game mechanics are highlighted as positive aspects. The game is praised for being entertaining, intuitive, and less complex, with exciting features like raiding and ship battles.
Players are satisfied with the addictive gameplay loop, engaging gameplay, and detailed content. The game's graphics, sound, and overall enjoyment are praised, along with its simplicity and clarity. Players also appreciate the game's ability to bring back the old Anno feeling and its pirate theme.
Players experience joy from the enjoyable gameplay and the fun aspects of the game. The game is praised for being fun and providing an enjoyable experience over extended periods.
Core metrics
Core business metrics
Steam review mix, revenue model, and refund leakage.
Steam review stats
Steam rating
Mostly Positive (6/10)
Total reviews
465
Positive
33872.7%
Negative
12727.3%
Sales estimations
Estimated sales count
33,701
Estimated revenue
$842,188
Game price
$25
Review → sale ratio
Refund leakage
Refund-intent reviews
168.74%
Estimated copies lost
1,160
Estimated revenue lost
$28,988
Review pace
Statistical analysis
Sentiment vs playtime and velocity signals.
Sentiment Ă— Playtime
review counts
Bucket
Neg
Pos
≤ 2h playtime
168.7%
Avg playtime 0.6h
94.9%
Avg playtime 1.1h
> 2h playtime
5228.4%
Avg playtime 25.3h
10657.9%
Avg playtime 32.9h
Velocity
review pace
Avg/day
0.3 rev/day
Last 30d
0.1 rev/day
Quarterly
22.3 rev/qtr
Days covered
592.4 days
Audience segments
Who is reviewing
Buyer mixes, lifecycle phase, and Steam Deck signals.