Ahoy, landlubbers and salty dogs! If you’ve been itching to trade your office chair for a captain’s quarters, it’s time to sharpen your cutlass. Redbeak Games—the Finnish solo powerhouse behind the Mortal Glory series—has officially dropped the anchor on public playtesting for Roguebound Pirates.
Starting today, April 14, 2026, you can jump onto Steam and get a first-hand look at what happens when you mix classic naval combat with the glorious chaos of an action roguelike.
Your Ship is Your Inventory (Literally)
We’ve all played pirate games, but Roguebound Pirates takes “customisation” to a wonderfully absurd level. Forget simple stat upgrades; in this game, your inventory IS your ship. Borrowing a page from the Tetris-style inventory management book, you’ll be fitting weapons, gadgets, and mythical relics into your ship’s layout. How you organise your gear determines your firepower and survivability. Want to focus on “historical accuracy”? Redbeak Games jokes that it’s a feature—but only if your history books include:
- Gatling Cannons for rapid-fire devastation.
- Giant Axes (comically large, of course) for when things get personal.
- Rocket Boosters because sometimes the wind just isn’t fast enough.
Key Features to Watch Out For:
- Deep Synergies: It’s not just about what you carry; it’s about how they work together. Combine weapons to create “game-breaking” builds.
- Base Building: Every pirate needs a place to stash their loot. You’ll be able to build and expand your own pirate base to grow your influence.
- High Replayability: With procedural elements, different ship types, and varying objectives, no two runs across the sea will feel the same.
How to Join the Playtest
The public playtest is live right now on Steam. Redbeak Games has confirmed that this version offers a few hours of intense action, giving players a solid taste of the core loop before the full release planned for Q4 2026.
“My goal is to make a fun, easy-to-approach and highly replayable pirate adventure… the game doesn’t take itself too seriously,” says developer AuroDev.
Why You Should Hop In Early:
Redbeak Games is a one-person studio, meaning your feedback during this playtest actually carries weight. Whether you’re finding bugs or suggesting a new type of ridiculous harpoon, now is the time to help shape the final voyage.
Ready to set sail? Head over to the Roguebound Pirates Steam Page and hit the “Request Access” button to start your career as a pirate legend.
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