- Seafarer: The Ship Sim - Full Release Is Here! - 24 September 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers! The lines are cast off, and Seafarer: The Ship Sim is officially leaving Early Access and setting sail into Full Release! ⚓ A lot of our focus over the past weeks has gone into getting Full Release ready, and we hope you'll find that many of your comments and the issues you raised have been addressed along the way. Our work doesn't stop with today's release either. Further down, we'll also share what we're already working on for our first updates after launch. But before heading to the Full Release content, we want to let you know: Thank you for shaping Seafarer. Early Access gave us the opportunity to build Seafarer alongside people who were willing to tell us very clearly what worked - and what didn't. Your bug reports, suggestions, reviews, Steam discussions, Discord conversations, and other feedback have helped us identify problems and decide where our attention was…
- Seafarer: The Ship Sim launches into Full Release on September 24! - 3 September 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!A big milestone is approaching: Seafarer: The Ship Sim will leave Early Access and launch into Full Release on September 24, 2026!On the same day, Seafarer will also set sail on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.For us here on Steam, however, September 24 is first and foremost about reaching the end of our Early Access journey – and celebrating the Full Release of Seafarer: The Ship Sim. 💙Before we look back at how far we have come, check out the announcement trailer:⚓ From Early Access to Full ReleaseWhen we first announced Seafarer: The Ship Sim, we introduced our vision for a maritime experience that lets you discover different sides of life at sea – from navigating vessels and handling cargo to completing missions and building your own career.When Seafarer later launched into Early Access on Steam, that journey was only beginning.Since then, the game has grown throu…
- Patch 0.5.1.2477 Now Live - 27 August 2026
Hey Seafarers, A new patch for Update #5 is live. This one brings 35 new achievements, stability improvements, and a handful of quality-of-life fixes. Patch notesFixed an issue that sometimes prevented the map from being closed.Added 35 new achievements.Fixed a rare crash that could occur when loading a save game after previously joining a multiplayer session.Charter boats can now be repaired manually.The “Practice Course” mission now grants rewards.Fixed an issue that sometimes prevented the bulk hatch screen on the Willy from being opened.Balancing: Players now receive a monetary reward when increasing their global reputation.Updated the localization. 💬 Share Your Feedback Thanks for all the reports and testing. If you run into anything odd after the patch, please report via the in-game bug report tool.We’ll continue reading your feedback now that the update is available to everyone,…
- 🧍🧍 The Co-op Crew Update Is Now Live! 🧍🧍 - 18 August 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!Early Access Update 5: The Co-op Crew Update is now live on the default branch!A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on the public_beta branch, tested the update early, reported issues, and shared their feedback with us.The main focus of the Co-op Crew Update is multiplayer. For the first time, you can form a crew with up to three other players and operate the same vessel together across selected cargo operations, firefighting missions, rescue missions, and more.Alongside multiplayer, the update introduces two new missions, expands the Free Trade system with LNG and bulk cargo, and includes several improvements addressing feedback and issues from the Career Update.Before we get into everything included in the update, take a look at the release trailer: 👥 Multiplayer is here!You can now create or join a multiplayer session with up to four players and operate the sam…
- The Co-op Crew Update: Open Beta Begins! - 4 August 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!Early Access Update 5: The Co-op Crew Update is coming – and you can jump into the Open Beta right now!The main focus of this update is the introduction of multiplayer. For the first time, you can form a crew with up to three other players and operate the same vessel together across selected cargo operations, firefighting missions, and rescue missions.The update also introduces two new missions, expands the Free Trade system with LNG and bulk cargo, and includes a wide range of improvements addressing issues and feedback surrounding the Career Update.The Co-op Crew Update is now available on the public_beta branch. During the Open Beta, we will continue reviewing your feedback and working on improvements before the update arrives on the default branch on August 18.Before we get into everything included in the update, take a look at the announcement teaser: 👥 Multiplayer…
- Hotfix is now live! - 10 July 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!We've just published a small hotfix, addressing some balancing issues that were reported by the community. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We'll continue working on further fixes and improvements over the coming weeks, so please keep letting us know what you run into. See you on the horizon, Your Seafarer Team 🚣 P.S.: You can also join the conversation across our socials and on Discord.🌐 www.seafarergame.com 📸 Instagram 📘 Facebook 🐦 X 🎥 TikTok 💬 Discord
- The Career Update is now live! - 30 June 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!After its time in Open Beta, our fourth major Early Access Update is now available on the main branch. First of all, thank you to everyone who jumped into the public_beta, tested the new systems, reported issues, and shared feedback with us. Your input gives us a clearer picture of what to keep improving as development continues throughout Early Access. The Career Update is all about giving progression in Seafarer more structure and making your own ships feel more connected to your long-term journey. This update introduces the new My Career system, expands the campaign with new missions, replaces EXP with reputation, improves inspection gameplay, and adds new features to make your time at sea feel more varied. For existing save games, this does not mean losing your progress. Existing levels will be transferred directly into the new reputation system, so if you’re at leve…
- ⚓ The Career Update: Open Beta Begins! - 23 June 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!We’re back with our fourth major Early Access Update – and you can jump in right now to test it!The Career Update is all about giving progression in Seafarer more structure and making your own ships feel more connected to your long-term journey. This update introduces the new My Career system, expands the campaign with new missions, replaces EXP with reputation, and adds a few new features to make your time at sea feel more varied.For existing save games, this does not mean losing your progress. Existing levels will be transferred directly into the new reputation system, so if you’re at level 10, you will start at reputation level 10. Content that you’ve already unlocked or purchased will remain available. However, which contracts and opportunities are available may change as part of the new progression system.The update is now available on the public_beta branch. If eve…
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- 🌊 The Immersion Update is now live! - 30 April 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!Early Access Update 3, the Immersion Update, is now live on the default branch!Thanks to everyone who joined the open beta and shared their thoughts along the way.Before we dive into the details, take a look at our release trailer:🎬 The Immersion UpdateWith this update, Seafarer takes a strong step forward in how it feels to play. The Immersion Update focuses on making the world more alive, responsive, and engaging, while also expanding the campaign experience. Teddy has received a full overhaul, now appearing as a more rugged and experienced seafarer, complete with new voiceovers. He now adds more authenticity to our setting the newly reworked campaign, guiding you more naturally through your journey. Missions 1 and 2 have been fully reworked with new animation sequences and improved storytelling, while Mission 3 continues the narrative with a brand-new chapter. Togeth…
- 🌊 The Immersion Update: Open Beta Begins! - 24 April 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!We’re back with our third major Early Access Update – and you can jump in right now to test it! The Immersion Update focuses on making Seafarer feel more alive. We’ve reworked the campaign, added a new mission, introduced new inspection gameplay, and expanded how the world reacts to you at sea. The update is now available on the public_beta branch. If everything goes well, we’re planning to release it on the default branch on April 30. Before we get into it, here’s a quick announcement teaser:🎬 Reworked Campaign + New Campaign Mission 3We’ve gone back and reworked Missions 1 and 2 with new animation sequences and more story-driven moments. On top of that, Mission 3 continues the story with a new chapter. Overall, the campaign should feel more cohesive and better paced now.🧔 Say Hello to Teddy 2.0Your trusted guide, Teddy, has received a complete overhaul. With a more r…
- Patch 0.2.6.1649 now moved to the Default Branch! - 26 March 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!We've moved patch 0.2.6.1649 to the Default Branch. Patch Notes for Version 0.2.6.1649 Landscape UpdateNew Mission: Flaming FlotsamNew Mission: Medical AssistanceNew Gameplay: Distribute thermal blankets to rescued survivorsNew Gameplay: Currents affecting the speed of the boat, including a visual Current Map on the navigation mapNew clothing colour variants in Character EditorNPCs now have lip sync when talkingPile simulation for bulk cargoFlickering lights on ships during collisionsAim Assist on Bridge3D Navigation Marker for WaypointsImproved Echo SounderPerformance Improvements:Reworked Blueprint for Big TripDisabled certain shadow castingsReworked harboursKnown Issues:Female Captain without VO, shiversShipwrecked people cannot currently be rescued if the Grace is not at a full stopSome dialogues in the Crescentport Logistics Tutorial are only displayed in EnglishThe…
- Beta Patch 0.2.6.1649 - 25 March 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!Patch 0.2.6.1649 is now available on the Public Beta Branch. ⚓ How to Access the Beta BranchOpen Steam and go to your Library Right-click on Seafarer: The Ship SimClick Properties Select the Betas tab Choose 'public_beta' from the dropdown list Patch Notes for Version 0.2.6.1649 Landscape UpdateNew Mission: Flaming FlotsamNew Mission: Medical AssistanceNew Gameplay: Distribute thermal blankets to rescued survivorsNew Gameplay: Currents affecting the speed of the boat, including a visual Current Map on the navigation mapNew clothing colour variants in Character EditorNPCs now have lip sync when talkingPile simulation for bulk cargoFlickering lights on ships during collisionsAim Assist on Bridge3D Navigation Marker for WaypointsImproved Echo SounderPerformance Improvements:Reworked Blueprint for Big TripDisabled certain shadow castingsReworked harboursKnown Issues:Female C…
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- Beta Patch 0.2.5.1606 - 13 March 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!We have another patch for you, just in time for the weekend. It is now available on the Public Beta Branch. ⚓ How to Access the Beta BranchOpen Steam and go to your Library Right-click on Seafarer: The Ship SimClick Properties Select the Betas tab Choose 'public_beta' from the dropdown list Patch Notes for Version 0.2.5.1606 Landscape 2.0Added new landscapes to increase immersion while maneuvering through the open seaFixed some wrong collisions in Crescentport NPCImplemented the first version of LipSync to every NPCMissionsThe new mission "Flaming Flotsam" is now available for the Archer and Lancer in MettingtonAdded warming blankets for shipwrecked people during the "Search and Rescue" missionAdded physics to bulkwares in bulk missions / Pile simulationShipsAdded a new gameplay setting in the menu to adjust the bowthruster strengthAdjusted the default strength of the bo…
- Patch 0.2.1.1539 - 26 February 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!We've moved the latest beta patch onto the default branch!Patch Notes for Version 0.2.1.1539 Mission FixesResolved a blocker in the Inspection Mission related to the Fire Hose BoxFixed an issue where the Fire Hose Box interaction was not functioning correctlyUI/UX FixesFixed a bug where the tablet could no longer be opened after completing container missionsVehicle Fixes Fixed an issue where a truck could get stuck during container unloading in Drachdelen, preventing further offloadingImproved truck positioning behavior in Drachdelen – vehicles now maintain proper distance from the dockFixed an issue where trucks would stop driving after their container was loaded onto the ship As always, your reports help us make Seafarer better for everyone. Thank you for your support and patience! See you on the horizon, Your Seafarer Team 🚣 P.S.: You can also join the conversation a…
- Beta Patch 0.2.1.1539 - 24 February 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!Thanks for all your feedback for the Rescue Update! We have a small patch for you today, out now on the Public Beta Branch.⚓ How to Access the Beta BranchOpen Steam and go to your Library Right-click on Seafarer: The Ship SimClick Properties Select the Betas tab Choose 'public_beta' from the dropdown list Patch Notes for Version 0.2.1.1539 Mission FixesResolved a blocker in the Inspection Mission related to the Fire Hose BoxFixed an issue where the Fire Hose Box interaction was not functioning correctlyUI/UX FixesFixed a bug where the tablet could no longer be opened after completing container missionsVehicle Fixes Fixed an issue where a truck could get stuck during container unloading in Drachdelen, preventing further offloadingImproved truck positioning behavior in Drachdelen – vehicles now maintain proper distance from the dockFixed an issue where trucks would stop dr…
- The Rescue Update is now live on the Default Branch! - 19 February 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!Our second major Early Access Update for Seafarer: The Ship Sim has officially set sail on the default branch. Thank you to everyone who has already tried out the new features during the Open Beta and left feedback! 🫶 The Rescue Update expands the world of Seafarer with search and rescue gameplay and adds two dedicated rescue vessels to your fleet for this purpose. Before we dive in, check out our release trailer:🛟 Answer distress calls with the Tide GuardWith this update, the Tide Guard – Seafarer’s coastguard faction – expands with search and rescue gameplay. Distress calls can come in at any moment, tasking you with locating shipwrecked survivors, assisting people overboard, and transporting them safely back to port.⛑️ Meet Salvation – The rescue flagshipTo aid with search and rescue missions, the Rescue Update adds two dedicated rescue vessels. Salvation serves as…
- Early Access Update #2 Release Livestream - 18 February 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers! Join GametechUK for the Early Access Update 2 release livestream of 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐫: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐒𝐢𝐦 – showcasing the brand-new 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞. 📅 February 19, 2026 ⏰ 4 PM CET 📺 Live on YouTubeDon’t miss your first look at the new content coming aboard!Your Seafarer Team 🚣
- Beta Patch 0.2.0.1514 - 16 February 2026
Ahoy, Seafarers!We have a small patch for you today, out now on the Public Beta Branch.⚓ How to Access the Beta BranchOpen Steam and go to your Library Right-click on Seafarer: The Ship SimClick Properties Select the Betas tab Choose 'public_beta' from the dropdown list Patch Notes for Version 0.2.0.1514 Fixed - Crashes in the TutorialsFixed - Occasionally the HUD displays are not updating correctly (rudder/throttle) - only visuallyFixed - If a castaway is drowning the mission does not fail, but can't get completed and needs to get restarted.Fixed - During Rescue gameplay the game crashes if the player does not manage to rescue all people in time As always, your reports help us make Seafarer better for everyone. Thank you for your support and patience! See you on the horizon, Your Seafarer Team 🚣 P.S.: You can also join the conversation across our socials and on Discord.🌐 www.seafarer…
