During the Ubisoft showcase, the team behind the upcoming pirate-themed online experience Skull and Bones had been on hand to demonstrate the wonders of ship customization and smuggling networks.
In Skull and Bones, players get a chance to experience a fictionalized version of the Indian Ocean during the Golden Age of Piracy. A rich trade in spices, silks and other hot commodities – the game has it all, and offers players their own smuggling networks as a business opportunity.
To open up these networks, you’ll have to grow your Infamy and eventually unlock your own pirate lair – known as The Helm – which becomes the base of your smuggling operations. This is where you’ll be able to manufacture high-value goods before selling them to whoever’s got the deepest pockets.
Of course, it would be a sorry pirate experience if you couldn’t customize your ship. Each ship type is geared toward different kinds of playstyles, whether you’re looking for maneuverability, power, or cargo capacity, but each also comes with certain perks.
For example, the Sambuk gives an advantage to players using fire weapons, while the Brig – already a heavy hitter – can deal even more damage when it’s anchored. And that’s just the start – each ship can then be fitted with different weapons, ammo, armor, furniture, and cosmetic items, letting players tailor them to specific tasks and make them uniquely their own.
Skull and Bones launches on November 8 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Stadia, and Amazon Luna. Previously, the developers have revealed the game’s system requirements. Are you ready for the voyage?
