The Sea of Thieves Beckons New Swashbucklers in 2024 With Exciting Updates
Rare’s Sea of Thieves has solidified itself as a premier open-world pirate experience since launching in 2018. However, developer Rare has made accessibility and inclusiveness top priorities for the game’s 2024 updates. New modes like Safer Seas and the upcoming Solo Seas are lowering the barriers to entry for would-be scallywags seeking treasure on the high seas without risking encounters with hostile pirates.
In addition to welcoming solo and less experienced players, Rare aims to revitalize the Sea of Thieves experience for veterans. The developer tells Polygon it will focus on bolstering emergent gameplay and player interactions over guided content in the coming year. Changes like shortening voyage times mean crews can more easily squeeze in a quick plundering session between other activities.
Mischief on the Horizon
Rare also teased new “tools for mischief” coming to Sea of Thieves to enliven player encounters. One such item is the mysterious Horn of Fair Winds, which could impact ship navigation in creative ways. With a growing roster of pirates across Xbox, Windows, and soon PlayStation, the game’s waters are primed for even more chaos and comedy in 2024.
By embracing accessibility while still fostering the unpredictable fun that stems from its shared world design, Rare aims to let Sea of Thieves welcome all scallywags, from greenhorns to sea-salted veterans, to join its adventures. Only time will tell how the open seas respond to the changes, but they appear poised to be some of the game’s most enticing yet.
