Developer Akella seems to really have a fascination with this captivating lifestyle of sea thieving and smuggling. And where there is a good story, a good "be a pirate" game can't miss. Over the years these were a continuous source of inspiration for many artists. Names like Samuel Bellamy, Anne Bonnet, Francis Drake, William Kidd, Henry Morgan, Bartholomew Roberts and Blackbeard Edward Teach remain forever in the history of piracy. Ruthless sea captains made a name for themselves by preying on the careless merchants sailing the Atlantic. But it wasn't until the XVI century that the golden age of piracy began and by the end of the XIX century pirates became more of a legend than a real threat. It is believed that the history of piracy dates back more than 3000 years and the first writings about them belong to the Greek historian Plutarch who describes them as the ones attacking without authority not only ships but also maritime forts. However, history depicts these characters as cruel blood thirsty sea thieves roaming the waves in search of easy looting. And since Johnny Depp proved to be such a jolly fellow as a pirate, the romantic shade of this profession is ever increasing. Attack forts to conquer colonies, and then develop the colonies to produce more goods attracting more colonists.Īdvanced AI of the foreign captains allows them to sail, trade, capture and develop colonies all on their own - so think first before underestimating your rivals in the race for domination! No quarter is spared! The Age of Pirates is the freedom of sailing, trading, fighting and development - and the unlimited exploration of the real Caribbean.Everybody wants to be a pirate now. Fight foreign ships, capture prizes to sail them and prisoners to trade them at slave markets.
Over 16 types of ships will be at your disposal! Hire officers to improve your sailing abilities, and fighters - to help you in boarding and melee encounters. You can dare assume the role of any of the two main characters, each with his own spectacular story. The world of The Age of Pirates is 16 islands and the endless sea waters of the living Caribbean. Based on the next generation sea engine STORM, The Age of Pirates represents utmost graphical experience. An RPG from the creators of Sea Dogs and Pirates of the Caribbean, the most acclaimed pirate simulations throughout the world.
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