Sea of Thieves Guide

Released	Platforms
March 20, 2018	Xbox One PC
Developer	Publisher
Rare	Microsoft

Sea of Thieves is an Xbox One console exclusive multiplayer "shared world" pirate adventure game with supernatural elements, created by Rare.? It's also available on PC. The game was first announced at E3 2015, where an announcement trailer was shown.

Interactive Map

Locations for all Islands, Forts, Outposts, Shipwrecks, Animal Locations, and much more can be found on the Sea of Thieves Interactive Map.

Starter Guides

Sea of Thieves plops would-be pirates into the world with no tutorials or hand-holding, and sometimes you might need a push in the right direction. IGN has provided the following guides to make things easier:

Tips, Tricks and More

How-to Guides

Voyages

The main loop of progression revolves around three types of Voyages. IGN has all the information you need to gain riches and reputation:

Tall Tales

Tall Tales are newer to the game than some of its other elements. They are essentially story-based voyages that span hours of gameplay and islands all across the map of Sea of Thieves. They're fun, adventurous, and they feature some great rewards.

Your time in a Tall Tale will feature boss fights, puzzle rooms, and more. IGN has you covered for all things Tall Tales, including full Tall Tales walkthroughs and more.

Umbra: All Legends of the Sea Locations

If you're looking for additional lore and collectibles in Sea of Thieves, Umbra's list of the Legends of the Sea memorabilia is a great place to start. There's over 60 collectibles to find scattered throughout Sea of Thieves and IGN's Umbra: All Legends of the Sea Locations guide will direct you to each and every one.

All World Events and How to Complete Them

There are nearly a dozen different world events in Sea of Thieves and each come with their own challenges and rewards. These aren't for every pirate, but it's worth learning how each works in case you're roped into taking on the Kraken or a Fort of Fortune. IGN's All World Events and How to Complete Them guide has information and how-to guides for each world event in the game.

Cursed Treasure Chests

There are a handful of unique cursed treasure chests in the game and while they're quite rare to stumble upon, each can have a not-so-great effect on your sailing and it's important to learn how to combat each's effect. IGN's Cursed Treasure Chests guide has you covered in that regard.

Regions

Sea of Thieve is a massive and sprawling piratical adventure. You can literally do whatever you'd like in the game. A good pirate learns the seas like the back of their hand and a great place to start with that is by learning the Regions on the Sea of Thieves. IGN's Regions guide is a great start as it features detailed information about each of the regions in the game.

Money Making Guide

Every pirate worth their gold is great at acquiring gold. It's the pirate way, after all. There are numerous ways to acquire gold in Sea of Thieves and figuring out which methods work best for you can be tough. Fortunately, IGN's Money Making Guide has you covered with instructions, guides, breakdowns, and more for all things money in Sea of Thieves.

Pirate Legend

The ultimate achievement in Sea of Thieves is becoming a Pirate Legend. It ensures you're one of the most feared on the seas and it ensures every other player knows it. However, becoming a Pirate Legend is no easy task and it's somewhat obtuse. Fortunately, IGN's Pirate Legend guide has all the information you need to become a Pirate Legend in Sea of Thieves.

The Arena

The Arena is Sea of Thieves PvP battle grounds. It's for pirates who crave a fight against other real-life players and it's an exhilarating place to be. If you're just jumping into The Arena, IGN's The Arena guide has you covered for all things about this PvP Sea of Thieves mode.

Trading Companies

The backbone of Sea of Thieves is the game's Trading Companies. These companies are how you will earn the majority of your money and it's necessary to build strong reputations with each, especially if you want to become a Pirate Legend. IGN's Trading Companies guide features detailed information about each and every one of the Trading Companies in the game.

Types of Loot and Treasure

If there's one thing every pirate loves, it's loot and treasure. There's a ton of it in Sea of Thieves too. IGN's Types of Loot and Treasure guide features pictures and information of each treasure and loot type in Sea of Thieves, including information on where to find it, what it's worth, and more.

Merchants and Shops

Becoming the most feared pirate on the sea requires not just a host of dastardly deeds, but a powerful ship and fearsome-looking pirate. There's plenty to find on the game's many islands, but if your gold is burning a hole in your pocket, it's time to head to a Merchant or Shop. IGN's Merchants and Shops guide has all the information about each Merchant and Shop in Sea of Thieves.

Emissaries: Flags, Ledgers, Rewards, and More

Emissaries are an important part of the pirate life in Sea of Thieves. They're somewhat new to the game and feature multiple facets like flags, ledgers, rewards, and more. Head to IGN's Emissaries: Flags, Ledgers, Rewards, and More page for all the information you need about Emissaries.

Ships

Every pirate worth their salt has a ship that matches their excellency. Picking out the right ship for you and your voyage at the start of each session on the Sea of Thieves can be tough, but IGN's Ships guide has all the information you need to know about picking a ship in the game.

Pets Guide

Sea of Thieves has some downright adorable and cunning pets. There's monkeys, birds, dogs, and cats and every pirate could use a furry friend like that on the Sea of Thieves. IGN's Pets Guide has all the information about Pets in Sea of Thieves, including what pets you can buy, what costumes are available, and more.

Items

There are tons and tons of Items in Sea of Thieves. Keeping track of each and every one, including what they do, how to use them, and more can be tough. Fortunately, IGN's Items guide has all that information in one, easy-to-access place for you.

Weapons

No pirate is a pirate without their favorite weapon. There are a bunch of different weapons in Sea of Thieves and it's important that you know how each works, what situations each are great for, and more. IGN's Weapons guide has all that information and more.

Islands

Keeping track of every island in Sea of Thieves is tough. There are dozens of them and some are more bountiful than others. If you find yourself wondering whether or not an island is worth a visit from you, head to IGN's Islands page for information on where that island is located and what you might find there.

Sea of Thieves: All Major Updates

Sea of Thieves is years into its life at this point and it's received tons of updates. Some have been as small as a hot fix and others have been as big as A Pirate's Life, which is a crossover between Rare's Sea of Thieves and Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean. IGN's Sea of Thieves: All Major Updates page has a breakdown of what each major update added to the game, including fixes, known errors, and more.

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