World of Sea Battle — patch notes and updates
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Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
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| Hotfix #8 | 2026-05-15 | Captains, Hotfix #8 is now live! The main focus of this update is the change to Port Battle attack windows. Changes to Port Battle Attack WindowsA global attack window restriction has been added depending on the server:CIS1 (RU1): attacks allowed from 11:00 to 01:00 UTC+3 (MSK)EU1: attacks allowed from 11:00 to 01:00 UTC+2 (EET)NA1: attacks allowed from 10:00 to 23:00 UTC-8 (PST)ASIA1: attacks allowed from 11:00 to 01:00 UTC+8 (CST)The hotfix also includes minor technical fixes and stability improvements.Thank you for your feedback and activity - we continue working on improving the game! |
| Hotfix #7 | 2026-05-09 | Captains! Patch #7 with fixes and gameplay improvements has been released. In this update, we fixed several issues related to Port Battles and the reputation system, improved consumable behavior, updated chest rewards, added Traditional Chinese language support, and fixed several rare bugs and crashes.Attention: the ASIA 1 server is now live!Jump into the game right now, select the new server, and set sail to conquer the Archipelago. The first days of a server are the perfect moment to join the adventure and be at the center of the action from the very beginning. We’re glad you’ve been waiting for this important moment together with us.What e |
| Account transfers | 2026-05-08 | Captains! The option to transfer your account to another server is now available. Here’s how it works:Will be transferred: rank, experience, gold, coins, arena currency, premium status, peace treaty, hired prospectors, hold insurance, guaranteed reward progress, all ships with equipment and cargo, cannons and cannonballs in storage, resources in ports, warehouses, crew and special crew, consumable items, treasure maps, pirate tokens, scrolls, achievements, reputations, ship designs, decorations, captain skills, medals, and the legendary flag. Will not be transferred: personal islands, resources from personal islands, factories, arena rating, |
| Q&A: Answers (part 1) | 2026-05-07 | Hello, Captains!We’re starting to publish answers to the community’s most frequently asked questions. Thank you for your feedback, suggestions, and discussions – they help us improve the game in the right direction. Below are answers to some of the most common questions you asked:Wind RoseWhen will the Wind Rose system be fixed or reworked? Why was it introduced in the first place? We’ll soon update the Wind Rose system, making it more powerful and convenient to use.Originally, this mechanic was designed to give ships an advantage when sailing against the wind. However, after the sailing system was introduced, the new mechanics started confli |
| New server opening: May 9-10 | 2026-05-06 | Captains, good news!The new Asian server ASIA 1 will open this weekend, May 9-10!Players in the region can expect a more stable connection and better timing. It’s the perfect time to team up with friends and start together on the new server.We know how long you’ve been waiting for this moment, and we truly appreciate your patience and support. See you on the new server! Become a Part of our Journey!Venturing into once-unknown waters has made our crew a little weary from its pursuit of knowledge and treasure. While sugar and rum would be adequate gifts to receive, we'd love nothing more than support from our fellow Captains! Official World of |
| Q&A | 2026-04-22 | Captains! Do you have questions about the World of Sea Battle, our future plans, or specific mechanics?We’d like to collect your questions and prepare a dedicated post with answers. Write everything you’d like to know in the comments under this post.You can ask both general and specific questions: about game content, development plans, quality of life, our dev team, or any other topics.We’ll gather the most frequent and interesting questions and answer them as soon as possible. We’re waiting for your comments! Become a Part of our Journey!Venturing into once-unknown waters has made our crew a little weary from its pursuit of knowledge and tre |
| Hotfix №6 for Update B19 (4/17/2026) | 2026-04-17 | Hotfix #6 (April 17)Captains! A new hotfix has been released, fixing a number of bugs and improving game stability. The update addresses interface issues, graphical glitches, and inaccuracies in descriptions, as well as errors related to achievements and in‑game systems.List of fixesAchievementsFixed an issue where the "Honored Guest" achievement was not awarded after completing 12 event tasks (players who did not receive it due to the bug will get the achievement automatically).GraphicsFixed graphical bugs when entering the port via the lighthouse.Fixed an issue where, at 5120×1440 resolution, visual artifacts appeared at the edges of the sc |
| Hotfix №5 for Update B19 | 2026-04-11 | Captains! We have carefully read your feedback on how the Spring Festival is going.Hotfix #5 includes adjustments based on your comments. Thank you for sharing your thoughts — we are listening and working to identify and fix issues as quickly as possible.Most importantly: we will definitely take this experience into account when preparing future events.List of changesGameplayWhen leaving a port via a lighthouse, the player receives 25 seconds of intangibility: they become transparent to other players, immune to damage, and cannot attack other shipsPlayers carrying an Amber Chest in their hold are no longer displayed on the global map when nea |
| Hotfix № 4 for Update B19 | 2026-04-06 | Captains! A new hotfix has arrived with improvements for the quest “Amber Treasure Raider”.List of changes:Killing a player carrying an Amber Chest no longer reduces reputationThe Amber Chest marker on the map is now hidden when entering a personal islandThe Amber Chest marker is no longer shown when there is a large difference in captain ranks (if the player is unavailable for PvP)The Amber Hunt leaderboard now resets once per dayIt is no longer possible to pick up more than one chest (this previously worked incorrectly in some cases)When winning a boarding battle, if both players already have a chest, the defeated player’s chest remains in |
| Spring Festival | 2026-04-03 | SPRING FESTIVALCaptains, attention: warm winds have brought spring to the Archipelago! The islands are in bloom, and pieces of amber are being found in the sea more and more often — a rare treasure that ports are willing to pay generously for.Hoist the sails and set out in search of fortune. The time has come for special missions and rare rewards for those brave enough to head out to sea.Event ParticipationThe Festival is available to Captains starting from Rank 7. You will gain access to the event calendar with daily missions. By completing them and taking part in various activities at sea, you will earn the event currency — Golden Fish.This |
| Hotfix №3 for Update B19 | 2026-04-03 | Hotfix #3Captains, a new hotfix has been deployed to the servers! This update includes a number of fixes and improvements affecting ships, sailing mechanics, quests, combat systems, guild systems, UI, and in-game events.What’s NewUnique Wind Rose UpdateWe have updated the unique wind rose system as part of the continued development of sailing mechanics.Some ships now have their own unique wind-angle positions that differ from the standard setup.The main change is that ships with a standard wind rose and ships with a unique wind rose now have different optimal sailing angles relative to the wind.This makes handling different ship types more di |
| Small update | 2026-03-28 | Captains! A new hotfix has been deployed to the servers, bringing a number of changes based on recent feedback and discussions.This update includes the following adjustments:Removed PvP protection deactivation near enemy portsRestored the ability to transport prisoners under a peace flagReverted the fishing mini-game to the previous versionReduced the requirements for obtaining the King of the Arena medalUpdated imperial fort parameters:recovery time has been accelerateddamage dealt has been reducedMinor fixes and improvementsThank you to everyone who continues to share their feedback and in-game experience. We are continuing to work on impro |
| Small Update | 2026-03-27 | Captains!We want to share some of the changes we are currently working on based on recent feedback and discussions.We are planning the following adjustments for Update B19:restore the ability to transport prisoners under peaceful flags;remove peaceful flag restrictions near enemy ports;revert the fishing mini-game;speed up Imperial fort recovery;reduce mortar damage on Imperial forts.To give us enough time to prepare these changes and make sure players can fully enjoy the event after the adjustments are in place, we are moving the start of the Spring Festival.The Spring Festival event will start April 4.Today we also released a small hotfix № |
| B19 Feedback Update | 2026-03-26 | Captains, we’re closely following your feedback after the release of Update B19. A large part of the recent discussion is focused on how the update affects trade, transport, faction waters, and the overall balance between open-sea risk and long-term progression.The goal of these changes was to make territorial control, faction identity, and player interaction at sea more meaningful. At the same time, we understand that some of these systems may currently feel different depending on playstyle and faction situation. We are already reviewing both player feedback and in-game data to evaluate where additional adjustments may be needed. Thank you t |
| Update B19: New Horizon | 2026-03-26 | In this update, we’ve added Points of Interest, introduced a Wind Strength system and new sails, added ship class bonuses, reworked faction wars and the flag system, and implemented a number of technical fixes.List of Changes:🔶 FLAG SYSTEMWe have adjusted the flag system to better balance the risks and rewards of PvP and PvE gameplay. These changes are not intended to drastically alter the core gameplay, but rather to improve overall balance.◈ Some guild tasks will no longer be available while using Peaceful Flags: "Experience", "Service", "Reputation"◈ The maximum duration of Black Marks has been increased from 30 to 60 minutes◈ The False F |
| New Horizon Update: Teaser trailer | 2026-03-24 | Captains, the New Horizon update goes live on March 26!There’s not much time left to wait — in the meantime, here’s a brief look at what’s coming in the trailer. The full list of changes will be published on release day.Thank you all for your patience. See you in the game! |
| In the next update: Spring Festival | 2026-03-19 | This spring, reports of unusual discoveries at sea have been emerging in the harbors of the Archipelago. Fishermen and captains report amber being recovered from the water more frequently — such occurrences were once considered rare.Port warehouses have already shown interest in these findings and are ready to pay generously for delivered cargo.Captains who decide to take such cargo aboard should exercise caution — protection under maritime agreements does not apply in these cases. Ships carrying amber become visible far beyond nearby waters and attract increased attention.Despite this, representatives of the port warehouses assure that the m |
| In the next update: New logbook interface | 2026-03-14 | Captains, in the upcoming update the Ship’s Log will receive a refreshed interface. We’ve redesigned its structure and navigation to make important information easier to find and the journal more convenient to use. Now it will be even simpler to track your adventures across the Archipelago, completed tasks, and important discoveries. We’ll share more update news soon. In the meantime, how do you like the new logbook? |
| IN THE NEXT UPDATE: POINTS OF INTEREST | 2026-03-03 | The Cartographers’ Union reports the discovery of several new locations in the waters of the Archipelago. Massive structures, traces of ancient civilizations, forgotten cities, and graveyards of sunken ships — these and many other sites have not yet been marked on the charts. Each of the discovered locations holds value for explorers and carries its own unique history. The Cartographers’ Union is interested in having these places thoroughly surveyed and is announcing a reward for every Captain who charts such sites. Captains wishing to take part should prepare for exploring the regions of the Archipelago. |
| Development Plan 2026 | 2026-02-01 | Q1 2026Major Update B19: New Horizon1. New ContentFor B19, we’re implementing a new quest system: Archipelago Exploration, starting with Regions. Each region of the Archipelago features a special point of interest. By exploring it, players can uncover fragments of the world’s lore and receive rewards.Unique active skills for all Imperial-class ships:Deadfish — “Rage” After taking damage, the ship temporarily gains increased defense, higher weapon damage, and improved accuracy.Devourer — “Wind Tamer” When activated, the ship’s movement temporarily becomes independent of wind direction. Black Prince — “Truce” When activated, all current NPS (no |