**Sea of Conquest: Pirate War** is a free-to-play MMO strategy game with RPG elements developed and published by FunPlus, set in a pirate-themed world. The game was initially released via a soft launch for mobile platforms in August 2023 and launched globally in January 2024. Players take on the role of an aspiring pirate captain who builds their own fleet, explores the seas, and engages in strategic battles. The game is available for free on both the Google Play Store and the iOS App Store and holds an average rating of 4.5 stars on Google Play. It is praised for its variety of thematic content, including naval activities, pirate warfare, collectible heroes, and extensive sea exploration.

^ **Sea of Conquest: Pirate War** ^ ^
| **Developer** | FunPlus |
| **Publisher** | FunPlus |
| **Platforms** | Android, iOS, PC |
| **Release** | August 2023 (Soft Launch)\\ January 2024 (Global) |
| **Genre** | Real-time Strategy, MMO, RPG |
| **Game Modes** | Single-player, Multiplayer (PvE, PvP) |

====== Gameplay ======

 //Sea of Conquest: Pirate War// offers a variety of gameplay mechanics that take place both on land and at sea. The game presents a diverse world, each area supported by its own story and visual narrative. As the storyline progresses, it becomes clear that combat on land differs significantly from combat at sea. In addition to direct combat, players can explore the Devil’s Sea in search of treasures or upgrade their ships to withstand even the most dangerous waters. Players may also embark on extensive treasure hunts to gather resources and earn additional rewards for their efforts.

===== Naval Combat =====

Naval combat is a core element of the game and typically takes place between two ships positioned vertically opposite each other. The objective is to sink the enemy ship by reducing its hit points (HP) to zero. The first ship to lose all of its HP is sunk, and the victor claims the loot.

Players can equip their ships with a wide range of weapons, including various types of cannons, firearms, and lightning-based weapons. These weapons allow players to deal consistent and significant damage to enemy ships. Players also have the option to upgrade these weapons to increase their damage per second (DPS). Another crucial aspect of naval combat is the strategic placement of heroes on board the ships.

===== Hero System =====

Heroes are an essential part of the crew and function as specialized “soldiers” aboard the ships. They differ from regular crew members through their unique abilities and their determination to survive even the deadliest storms. Each hero is assigned a base rarity and possesses both active and passive abilities. Active abilities can be manually triggered when certain conditions are met, while passive abilities activate automatically once their requirements are fulfilled. The higher a hero’s rarity, the stronger they are considered due to higher base stats and more powerful abilities. It is recommended to consult a complete tier list of the best heroes for //Sea of Conquest: Pirate War//.

==== Hero Upgrades ====

Upgrading heroes is one of the main priorities for any player who wishes to progress efficiently through the game. The game provides numerous resources to achieve this, though these resources can be quickly depleted. Each hero can be upgraded multiple times until they reach their maximum potential. The game offers several upgrade systems to increase overall hero strength:

  * **Level Up:** This is the basic method of progressing heroes. Players can use experience books to grant heroes experience points and increase their level. Each level-up improves the hero’s core statistics such as attack, defense, and health.
  * **Rank Up:** This method is considered “premium” and requires additional hero shards of the same hero. After ranking up, heroes may gain new passive abilities, improve secondary stats, and even enhance existing active abilities.

===== Currency System =====

 //Sea of Conquest: Pirate War// features multiple currencies that must be carefully managed to ensure smooth account progression. The most important currencies and their uses include:

  * **Gold:** Gold is the primary currency in //Sea of Conquest: Pirate War//. It is plentiful through events, quest rewards, exploration rewards, and other sources. It is mainly used for ship upgrades, hero upgrades, and trading.
  * **Emerald:** Emerald is the premium currency in //Sea of Conquest: Pirate War//. It should be used sparingly, as it is not easily obtained in large quantities. It is primarily used to summon heroes through the “Lucky Draw” system.

====== Weblinks ======
  * [[https://seaofconquest.com/|Official Website]]
  * [[https://www.bluestacks.com/blog/game-guides/sea-of-conquest/scpw-beginner-guide-en.html|Sea of Conquest: Pirate War Beginner's Guide – BlueStacks]]