Conqueror of the Seas News

[p]Captains,[/p][p]The Conqueror of the Seas Playtest has begun, and the fleets of the Ottoman and Byzantine empires have set sail.[/p][p]Cannons roar across the strait.
Flags are raised over contested districts.
Every battle fought contributes to your nation’s strength in the wider war.[/p][p]Now it is time to take command.[/p][p]Raise your sails. Load the cannons. And decide who will rule the waters of Constantinople![/p][p][/p][p]If you have questions about servers, matchmaking, or gameplay systems, please check the Playtest FAQ.[/p]

[p]The Conqueror of the Seas - Playtest Build is currently under review and awaiting final approval before the test begins.[/p][p]In preparation, the first wave of captains has already been granted access.[/p][p]If you are among them, get ready to raise your sails soon.[/p][p]If you did not receive access yet, do not worry — additional waves of players will be invited as the playtest progresses.[/p][p]During this early playtest you will experience:[/p]

• [p]Wind-driven naval sailing[/p]
• [p]Ship-to-ship combat with cannons, flaming arrows, and explosive weapons[/p]
• [p]Strategic capture points across the Bosphorus [/p]
• [p]Battles between Ottoman and Byzantine fleets where every victory strengthens your nation and empire in the ongoing conflict.[/p]

[p]This playtest focuses on testing gameplay systems, balance, and server stability, so access will be granted gradually to ensure stable battles and meaningful feedback.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]Access Waves[/h3][p]Many captains have answered the call.[/p][p]To ensure stable battles on the Bosphorus, access will be granted in several waves throughout the playtest.[/p][p]If you are not among the first captains invited, do not worry — more fleets will soon be called to join the battle for the Bosphorus.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]The fleets are ready.
The cannons are loaded.
The Bosphorus awaits.[/p][p]Prepare for battle, captains![/p]

[p][/p][h3]Two Empires, One Fate[/h3][p]Constantinople stands at the crossroads of the world and as the Ottomans and Byzantines clash, the great powers of Europe watch closely — each with their own ambitions, fleets, and influence.[/p][p]Choose your nation from the historical powerhouses of the era:[/p]

• [p]Holy Roman Empire[/p]
• [p]Venice[/p]
• [p]France[/p]
• [p]Turks[/p]
• [p]Russia[/p]
• [p]Spain[/p]
• [p]England[/p]

[p]Every nation brings its own identity, naval traditions, and strategic influence to the struggle for control of the seas.[/p][p]Prepare to choose your banner — and help reshape the history itself.[/p][p] [/p][h3]Thank You for Your Support[/h3][p]This Playtest represents an important milestone for Conqueror of the Seas. We appreciate your interest, your patience, and your continued support as we prepare for this first public testing phase.[/p][p][/p][p]The Playtest is coming, see you on the seas soon, Captain! [/p]

[p][/p][p]Very pleased to share that the public Playtest for Conqueror of the Seas is approaching. This will be the first opportunity for players to explore the game’s core naval combat and sailing systems as development moves toward release.[/p][p][/p][h3]What’s in the Playtest [/h3][p]The Playtest will introduce a focused portion of Conqueror of the Seas, allowing players to experience early naval combat, sailing, and strategic encounters across key locations on the Bosphorus.[/p][p]Players will be able to command the initially available ships, engage in combat scenarios, and interact with early-stage progression systems, including economic mechanics and holy reinforcements, designed for testing.[/p][p]Please note: Those represent early gameplay and do not reflect final release quality.[/p][p][/p][h3]Playtest Schedule[/h3][p]The exact timing of the Playtest will be announced in the coming days. Players interested in participating are encouraged to follow upcoming updates and watch for the next announcement.[/p][p]Access will be provided directly through the Steam store page via the Playtest button. Participation will be limited in accordance with server capacity, and access will be granted randomly by Steam. Players who require a unique ticket may request one through the Discord channel of Conqueror of the Seas.[/p][p][/p][h3]Your Feedback Is Greatly Appreciated[/h3][p]Your input during the Playtest period will be extremely valuable. We encourage participants to share:[/p]

• [p]Bug reports[/p]
• [p]Balance observations[/p]
• [p]Suggestions for improvement[/p]
• [p]General gameplay impressions[/p]

[p]Join our community Discord channels below and Steam community hub to stay informed and contribute to development.[/p][p] [/p][h3]Thank You for Your Support[/h3][p]This Playtest represents an important milestone for Conqueror of the Seas. We appreciate your interest, your patience, and your continued support as we prepare for this first public testing phase.[/p][p][/p][p]See you on the seas soon, Captain. ⚓ [/p]