Seafarer: The Ship Sim

Last updated: 2026-01-09
  • Enjoyable and relaxing gameplay experience
  • Intuitive and realistic ship controls
  • Detailed cargo mechanics and interiors
  • Severe performance and optimization issues
  • Poor gameplay depth and repetitive missions
  • Outdated graphics and unfinished early access
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Emotions

Frustration28%Disappointment20%Hope11%Satisfaction8%Excitement5%
Sample precision
Helpful reviews
59%
Unhelpful reviews
41%
Protest reviews
0%
Positive points
567
Negative points
902
Gameplay points
771
Perf. points
212
Rec. points
149
Misc points
27
Point
Enjoyable and relaxing gameplay
Description
The game is frequently described as fun, immersive, and relaxing, with a good balance between simulation and arcade elements. Players appreciate its accessibility and engaging mechanics.
Importance
25%
Intuitive and realistic controls
Description
Controls are praised for being easy to learn yet realistic, with smooth ship handling and responsive mechanics, especially with gamepads.
Importance
21%
Detailed cargo mechanics
Description
The loading/unloading mechanics, including crane operations and cargo management, are praised for adding realism and depth to the gameplay loop.
Importance
11%
Explorable ship interiors
Description
Players appreciate the ability to walk around and interact with detailed ship interiors, including engine rooms, quarters, and bridges, enhancing immersion.
Importance
11%
Variety of ships and missions
Description
The game offers a diverse range of ships (e.g., cargo, firefighting, police) and missions, providing replayability and catering to different playstyles.
Importance
9%
Responsive and active developers
Description
Players commend the developers for regular updates, community engagement, and a clear roadmap for future content, fostering trust in the game's development.
Importance
6%