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Seablip is a charming Stardew Valley inspired open world pixel art pirate RPG explore, fight, build and search for treasure!

Captain Battle update is out for the Seablip seafaring open-world adventure game on Linux, Steam Deck, Mac, and Windows. Thanks to the ongoing creative talents of developer Jardar Solli. That you can find via Steam Early Access with its 72% Positive reviews. Seablip already had that dangerous little spark. The kind that makes you somehow lose your whole evening. Now the Captain Battle update throws a blade into your hand, shoves you onto the deck, and asks one simple question: can you survive the captain staring back at you? I like updates that feel like the developer finally found the missing piece. Not just more stuff. Not just more numbers. A real shift in how the game breathes. That is what solo developer Jardar Solli has done here. To celebrate Seablip’s two-year Early Access anniversary, the Captain Battle update has arrived as the game’s biggest gameplay expansion since it released on Steam Early Access in 2024. For a pixel-art pirate RPG already packed with open seas, ship upgrades, island hopping, survival systems, and messy naval fights, this one feels like a proper turning point. And for Linux players and Steam Deck fans, and pirates alike, this update lands with full gamepad support too. That matters. This has always had that seafaring open-world adventure energy, and now it finally feels ready for it.

Captain Duels Bring the Battle Face to Face in this update

The star of the Captain Battle update is the new Captain Duel system. This is not just another combat tweak. It changes the rhythm of Seablip in a big way. Instead of every conflict being about cannons, hull damage, and ship positioning, you can now get dragged into brutal one on one captain fights. There is a new quest line built around this system too. Players must track down and defeat 10 mysterious Galleon Guard bosses. That already sounds like the kind of thing I would chase at 2 AM while checking out more island. The best part is how unpredictable it sounds. You can fight rival captains using 17 unique swords, and each sword has its own special attack ability. That alone gives the system some real bite. Your weapon is not just a stat stick. It has personality. It changes how you fight, how you move, and how you survive when the deck turns into a pixel-art disaster zone.

The Captain Battle update Means The Deck Is Not Safe Anymore

Captain Duel is not clean. It is not polite. It sounds like pirate nonsense in the best way on Linux. During these fights, crew members can throw health, armour, spell books, and other useful items into the battle. That means a duel can swing fast. You might be close to losing, then suddenly grab the right item and turn the fight around. But the gameplay does not let you feel safe for long. Enemy captains can grab those items too. That one detail is brilliant. It adds tension without making the system sound over complicated. You are not just watching your health bar or the deck. Since you are watching the enemy. While deciding whether to attack, dodge, or rush for that item before the other captain snatches it. That is the kind of small chaos that makes stories happen on Steam Deck.

Ship Battles Just Got More Personal

The Captain Battle update also changes normal ship encounters. Enemies you meet during regular ship battles can now challenge you to Captain Duels instead of forcing a traditional ship fight. That means the sea itself feels less predictable. One minute you are ready for cannon fire. The next, you are locked in a captain showdown with a faction that has its own tactics, abilities, and ship layout. That is a smart move. Seablip has always pulled from classics like Faster Than Light and Sid Meier’s Pirates!, mixing open-world sailing with resource gathering, crew management, ship upgrades, and survival-driven progress. But Captain Duels give the pirate fantasy a sharper edge. You are not just commanding a ship from a distance. You are stepping forward as the captain. That hits different.

Captain Battle Update is Out Now

Fleet Battles Raise the Pressure

The update also adds new Enemy Fleet battles. These fights ask players to take down multiple enemy ships back-to-back without a pause. No easy reset. No calm little break after one fight. Just pressure, damage, decisions, and that creeping feeling that your ship might not hold together for one more round. For performance-focused PC players, this is the kind of content that makes smooth controls and stable play feel even more important. On Steam Deck and Linux PC, Seablip already fits the handheld and desktop crowd well. With full gamepad support now in place, these longer combat runs should feel much better for players who prefer a controller. And honestly, pirate games should feel good with a controller. That is just how it is.

More Life Across the Open Seas

The Captain Battle update is not only about fighting. It also brings two new music tracks, expanded world events, extra sound effects, and a range of quality-of-life improvements. Those pieces may sound smaller, but they matter. They help the world feel less static. More alive. More like a place where trouble is always waiting just past the next island. Seablip already lets you upgrade your ship with extra cannons and inventory space, hire crew members, gather resources, chop trees, mine minerals, water crops, build bases, fish, play minigames, hunt treasure, sell goods, take bounties, and build your pirate reputation. That is a lot of pirate life packed into one pixel-art world. Now the new duel system gives all that sailing and grinding a stronger dramatic payoff. You are not only building a better ship. You are building a captain who can survive when the cannon smoke clears.

The Pirate Juice Seablip Needed

Now with captain duels!

I read that you can unlock a bunch of new swords now, which is a good, because these battles can be hard with only the default sword o: But your crew will give you items, so you can throw an iron bar at the enemy captain or eat a potato to heal :D

Seablip Castle update brings action to the massive new open-world pirate RPG game for Linux, Steam Deck, Mac, and Windows PC. Thanks to the creative drive of solo developer Jardar Solli. Which you can now find via Steam Early Access If you like pirate games, base building, and watching a solo dev absolutely go off with a massive free update, then it’s time to set sail again. Solo developer Jardar Solli has just launched the Seablip Castle update, and it’s easily the biggest and boldest addition, since it entered Early Access. The enery surrounding the update is intense among players. And the best part? It’s completely free for everyone who already owns the game on Linux and Steam Deck. This update doesn’t just add a few tweaks. It changes how the gameplay feels at its core. In the grand Seablip Castle update, the essence of your journey becomes more real. For the first time, you’re no longer just a roaming pirate drifting from island to island. Now, you get something permanent. Something worth fighting for. Your own castle. With 139 unique castle parts, you can design and fortify your island however you want. Build towering walls, smart choke points, and brutal defenses. This is necessary because enemies will come for you. Sieges are real now, and defending your home base is a whole new kind of adrenaline rush. But it’s not just about defense. Within the Seablip Castle update, offensive capabilities are enhanced.

Seablip Castle Update - Out Now

Likewise, the Seablip Castle update also lets you go on the offensive. Across the seven seas are 35 massive enemy castles, owned by six different factions, each with their own layouts, strategies, and challenges. These aren’t pushovers. Storming an enemy fortress feels like a full-on campaign, not a quick clash. To make sure you’re not fighting alone, the update introduces a long requested feature: companions. You can now choose one pirate companion to follow you on land adventures. They also help out on your home island. This addition brings personality, support, and that classic pirate crew vibe we all love. Combat and progression didn’t get ignored either. There are new cannons and equipment for both your ship and your castle, giving you more ways to customize your playstyle. On top of that, the entire release has been fully rebalanced with improved enemy AI and refined skills. Smarter systems also make battles feel tougher, fairer, and more rewarding.

Steam Achievements

Castle Update lets you build your own Seablip island fortress, and battle enemy strongholds on Linux, Steam Deck, Mac, and Windows PC. This is thanks to the ongoing creativity of developer Jardar Solli. It is on Steam with a discount. Solo developer Jardar Solli just released a brand-new teaser for Seablip during the Best Indie Games Winter Showcase, and let me tell you, the excitement is real. The trailer gives us our first real glimpse at the upcoming Castle Update. It looks like gameplay is about to evolve in a massive way. We’re talking castle battles, loyal crew mates who fight by your side, and a huge enemy rebalance. This is going to shake up how every encounter feels. And since good things come in bundles, the game is 10% off on Steam until December 8th. So, if you’ve been waiting to jump in, this is your moment. Raise the sails and go get that loot while the winds are on your side. So what’s the big deal about the Castle Update? Honestly, everything. For the first time, Linux and Steam Deck players will be able to build and defend their own castle right on their home island. Not some tiny shack either, but a full-on fortress you can upgrade, customize, and protect from anyone who dares drift too close. And if you’re feeling bold (and let’s be real, you are), you can set sail and go blow holes in enemy castles across the seven seas.

Seablip "Castle Update" Teaser 2

This is no small patch. It’s one of Seablip’s largest updates since hitting Early Access. It adds a whole new style of strategy layered on top of the ship-to-ship combat we’ve all been vibing with. You’ll also get to pick a companion crew mate who actually follows you on your adventures. This is someone to watch your back as you raid forts, gather loot, and get yourself into trouble. And the enemies? Oh, they’ve been rebalanced. Hard. You’ll be taking on 26 enemy castles belonging to the Bluecoats, Redcoats, and Pirates. Five of those are “legendary” challenges designed specifically to ruin your day. It’s the best kind of punishment for gamers who think they’ve seen it all. More info and the full Castle Update trailer are coming soon, but even this tiny taste already feels like a big turning point. If you haven’t sailed its waters yet, here’s the vibe. Seablip is a colorful open-world pirate adventure inspired by Faster Than Light and Sid Meier’s Pirates!. You roam the ocean, discover islands, recruit your crew, upgrade your ship, and gather resources. These include chopping trees, mining ore, or even watering crops like a surprisingly wholesome pirate farmer. There are minigames, bounties, trading routes, and treasure hunts — all wrapped in that satisfying Early Access “watch it grow” charm.

Thanks to Funding

Seablip Steam Workshop is now live, with a tide of content in this seafaring open-world adventure game on Linux, Steam Deck, Mac, and Windows PC. All thanks to the nonstop creativity of solo developer Jardar Solli. Which you can play on Steam Early Access and Positive reviews. You know that feeling when a game you already like suddenly gets a huge upgrade that opens up endless new possibilities? That just happened — Seablip Steam Workshop is officially live, and it’s a total game-changer. If you haven’t heard of this seafaring open-world adventure yet (where’ve you been?). This is a charming pixel-art pirate RPG by solo dev Jardar Solli. Think Faster Than Light meets Sid Meier’s Pirates! but with more heart, more pixel-y goodness, and that “just one more island” itch you can’t stop scratching. And now—with Steam Workshop support—it’s about to get wildly creative in Seablip.

The Seas Are Yours to Shape

Let’s break this down: modding is now in full swing. That means you can design enemy ships with your own art and layouts, expand factions with new enemies, and even capture those modded ships for your own pirate fleet. Yes, you read that right—make a killer ship, drop it in the world, and then steal it back from a poor unsuspecting faction. Brutal? Maybe. Satisfying? Absolutely. Mods can be uploaded right to the Steam Workshop, ready for anyone in the Seablip community to browse, subscribe to, and enjoy. If you're the creative type—or even just mod-curious—you can now put your mark on this salty world. Want your enemy ships to look like floating bananas? Do it. Want to make a terrifying ghost faction? We dare you. For all of us Linux players, or Steam Deck, it’s smooth sailing too — friendly, runs great, and now has an even bigger reason to dive in with all this new Workshop magic.

Seablip Trailer (now with Steam Workshop support)

Localization Love and a Perfect Time to Set Sail

And that’s not all. The community has come through with new language support — German and French translations are now available. All thanks to some passionate fans. From the in-game dialogue to the store page and achievements (in German, with French updates coming), the game’s world is opening up to even more players around the globe. Even better? Steam Workshop update for Seablip is also part of the Steam Summer Sale right now. So if you haven’t already started your pirate seafaring open-world adventure, now’s your moment. Grab it while it’s hot and sail into Early Access with your Linux PC or Steam Deck and your rum—er, keyboard—in hand.

Beyond The Seablip Steam Workshop update