Summary
A recently uploaded teaser for Season 12 ofSea of Thievesfeatures some of the additional content that the upcoming major update will bring, including new weapons and items. The Unreal Engine 4-powered game, which is published by Microsoft and is part of the Xbox Game Pass subscription service, is set to become available on the PlayStation 5.
Releasing on April 30,Sea of Thieves' Season 12 will deliver a host of fresh pirate-themed content for players of the title developed by Rare. A trailer for the update has just been unveiled, turning the spotlight on some of the next season’s most prominent additions.
A brief launch trailer for Season 12 ofSea of Thievesshowed off the new Double Barrel Pistol in action. The weapon can unload two shots in quick succession or at the same time, giving users some flexibility when fighting. The Double Barrel Pistol has less range and damage compared to the regular Flintlock Pistol, which is considered to be one of thebest weapons inSea of Thieves.
Aside from weapons, the recent teaser forSea of Thieves' 12th season also highlighted the Scattershot cannon ammunition and the Bone Caller throwable. The Scattershot ammo breaks apart into four smaller cannonballs, potentially delivering multiple points of damage to ships in one shot at the cost of having far less range. Meanwhile, the Bone Caller summons skeletons that have a limited lifespan to fight for its user. As the Bone Caller can be fired from a cannon, it could prove to be incredibly useful during ship battles inSea of Thieves, which often makes it to lists of thebest games that feature ship combat.
Sea of Thieves Season 12 Release Date
For those interested in spicing up their pirate’s wardrobe and style, Season 12 ofSea of Thieveswill add new clothing, scars, and tattoos. It will also bring new flags, sails, figureheads, and cannons for ships. Player cosmetics and ship items are considered to be some of thebest things forSea of Thievesplayers to spend on, as they can make a character and their boat look unique.
Season 12 will arrive shortly after Rare revealed thatSea of Thieveshas managed to attract 40 million players. In addition to providing fresh content, the upcoming update will introduce a new feature: the ability to traverse through harpoon lines. It will also have a new Plunder Pass, which is the paid battle pass forSea of Thievesthat provides players the opportunity to unlock even more rewards.
Sea of Thieves
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Sea of Thieves offers the essential pirate experience, from sailing and fighting to exploring and looting – everything you need to live the pirate life and become a legend in your own right. With no set roles, you have complete freedom to approach the world, and other players, however you choose. Whether you’re voyaging as a group or sailing solo, you’re bound to encounter other crews in this shared world adventure – but will they be friends or foes, and how will you respond?A Vast Open World:Explore a vast open world filled with unspoiled islands and underwater kingdoms. Take on quests to hunt for lost loot, forge a reputation with the Trading Companies and battle foes from Phantoms and Ocean Crawlers to Megalodons and the mighty Kraken. Try your hand at fishing, make maps to your own buried treasure or choose from hundreds of other optional goals and side-quests!Become Legend:On your journey to become a Pirate Legend you’ll amass loot, build a reputation and define a unique personal style with your hard-earned rewards. Adventurer. Explorer. Conqueror. What will your legend be?
