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The Voyage Begins: Join the Early Access Launch!

[p][/p][h3]Ahoy, Seafarers![/h3][p][/p][p]The moment has finally arrived – Seafarer: The Ship Sim is officially in Early Access! Step aboard and take the helm as you explore the open seas, command your ships, and experience life at sea with cargo operations, coast guard missions, firefighting, and more.[/p][p] [/p][p]📺 Watch the Release Trailer now:[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]From towing massive cargo vessels and securing twistlocks on deck to patrolling harbors and rushing to fire emergencies with the Tide Guard, every mission puts you in the captain’s seat.[/p][p][/p][p]Early Access includes:[/p]
  • [p]Over 30 hours of gameplay[/p]
  • [p]Story Mode: Act 1[/p]
  • [p]Quickplay Mode[/p]
  • [p]Two playable factions: Crescentport Logistics and Tide Guard[/p]
  • [p]Six unique ships ready for your command[/p]
[p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]📜 Your Feedback Shapes the Seas[/h3][p][/p][p]Early Access is just the beginning, and your input is essential. While we’ve already revealed our plans for Early Access with our Early Access Roadmap on Trello, there’s still so much that you can steer in the right direction.[/p][p]Please use the in-game bug reporter to report any issues, and join the discussion on Steam forums or our Discord community. Your feedback will guide upcoming updates and improvements for the whole community.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🚣 Thank you, Seafarers![/h3][p][/p][p]We couldn’t have reached this milestone without the incredible support you’ve shown from our very first announcement to today. A special thank you to our secret seafarers who joined the closed beta – your testing, reports, and gameplay feedback helped us polish the game even more and prepare for this launch. Moving forward, we’ve already gathered lots of ideas and suggestions and are so excited to plot the course for Seafarer.[/p][p]From all of us on the team: thank you so much for joining this voyage. Step aboard, take the helm, and let’s explore the open seas together![/p][p]As a little surprise, we've also enabled a launch discount of 20% to celebrate all of us setting sail – this one's for you! 🥂[/p][p]Follow our social channels, and join the conversation on Discord.[/p][p][/p][p]🌐 www.seafarergame.com
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A Taste of the Open Seas: Revealing our Early Access Roadmap

[p][/p][h3]Ahoy, Seafarers![/h3][p][/p][p]It’s almost time to set sail – Early Access launches October 7, and we’re excited to share what’s waiting for you and what lies beyond the horizon. Today, we’re revealing the Seafarer Early Access Roadmap![/p][p]This roadmap will guide our voyage through Early Access and beyond. It’s not just a static image – you’ll find it live on our Trello board, updated regularly with new details, features you can vote on, and more.[/p][p]Ready to plot your course? Let’s dive in![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🛳️ Casting off: What Awaits at Launch[/h3][p][/p][p]When you step aboard on October 7, you’ll have an entire harbor of opportunities waiting for you. Your starting fleet features six unique ships, from the reliable Tugboat Bernhard to the dependable Cargo ferry Herbert, alongside vessels serving Tide Guard duties such as the Police boat Rigid, Police ship Density, and firefighting specialists Archer and Lancer.[/p][p]From the very first voyage, you’ll find depth and variety: over 30 hours of gameplay content, a comprehensive onboarding experience, and the beginning of your journey in the first story mode campaign act. If you prefer to just jump into a mission, the Quickplay Mode will be the right fit for you.[/p][p]You’ll also meet the first two factions shaping life on the seas:[/p]
  • [p]Crescentport Logistics, the gateway to your cargo career[/p]
  • [p]Tide Guard, protectors of the coast, ready for patrol and firefighting duties[/p]
[p]To top it off, you’ll have access to a basic character editor to start building your seafaring persona.[/p][p][/p][p]Dive into our official Crescentport Logistics Trailer to get hyped for the release next week:
[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p][/p][h3]⚓ On the Horizon: The First Updates[/h3][p]While you start your voyage on October 7, we’re already busy working on the next major updates for Seafarer, that will expand your fleet and deepen your experience. We’re excited to already give you the overview of the first two major updates planned.[/p][p][/p][p]📦 Crescentport Logistics: The LNG & Bulk Update (Estimated Release: Q4 2025)[/p][p]The first stop on our journey through Early Access adds some true giants of the sea. The Big Trip will bring large-scale container shipping to life, while the Bulk Willy and Nordic Duchess introduce bulk cargo and LNG operations (Liquified natural gas operations). Alongside these vessels and new missions, we’ll also include bug fixes and ongoing improvements to ensure smooth sailing.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]🚨 Tide Guard: The Rescue Update (Estimated Release: Q1 2026)[/p][p][/p][p]Next, we plan on reinforcing the Tide Guard with Salvation and Grace, two powerful new police ships, and introduce rescue operations. Once again, expect fixes, refinements, and minor features based on your feedback.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🔭 Beyond the Horizon: Already in Development[/h3][p][/p][p]While these two updates are our first ports of call, the voyage doesn’t end there. We’ve already begun work on even more content for the future, including:[/p]
  • [p]New missions for Crescentport Logistics and Tide Guard[/p]
  • [p]Additional Story Missions[/p]
  • [p]A Vessel Editor[/p]
  • [p]A new faction (to be revealed later!)[/p]
  • [p]Expanded map areas[/p]
  • [p]Online co-op and multiplayer missions[/p]
  • [p]And yes… more ships![/p]
[p]And there’s more – plenty of ideas on the table for future consideration. They’re not confirmed yet, but the possibilities are exciting.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🗺️ Your Voice on the Waves[/h3][p][/p][p]Of course, we’re not charting this course alone. Our roadmap will live on a Trello board, where you can track development and vote on ideas. We’ll keep adding community suggestions to the board over time so your feedback can help steer the ship.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]📅 Early Access sets sail October 7, 2025![/h3][p]Make sure you wishlist Seafarer: The Ship Sim on Steam, follow our social channels, and join the conversation on Discord.[/p][p][/p][p]🌐 www.seafarergame.com
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Speed Meets Firepower – Meet Fireboat Archer

[h3]Ahoy, Seafarers![/h3][p][/p][p]Welcome to our final entry in our Meet the Fleet series before Seafarer: The Ship Sim sets sail into Early Access on October 7![/p][p]We’ve explored the rugged workhorses of Crescentport Logistics, enforced order with the police ships Rigid and Density, and introduced Lancer, the first of our firefighting specialists.[/p][p]Now, it’s time to reveal the last piece of the starting fleet: Fireboat Archer.[/p][p]When a blaze ignites on the seas and in ports, speed and precision make all the difference. Archer is built to deliver both – combining the agility of a speed boat with raw firefighting power to extinguish flames in ports and coastal zones before disaster spreads.[/p][p]

[/p][h3]🚤 Meet Archer[/h3][p][/p][p]Fireboat Archer brings rapid response capability to your Tide Guard fleet. Perfect for emergencies in tight and crowded spaces, this nimble vessel hits the scene fast and hard.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]⚠️ Compact, Fast, Essential[/h3][p][/p][p]Larger ships may bring heavy-duty solutions, but when you need quick intervention, Archer is first on the scene – small, sharp, and laser-focused on saving structures from fire.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🗺️ Early Access Roadmap on the Horizon[/h3][p][/p][p]With the fleet revealed and the horizon in sight, we’re almost ready to launch. Are you?[/p][p]Soon, it’s finally time to reveal our Early Access Roadmap plans. Stay tuned![/p][p]📌 Make sure you add Seafarer: The Ship Sim to your Steam Wishlist and join us on the journey:[/p][p][/p][p]The countdown to launch is on - see you on the horizon on October 7, Seafarer.

Your Seafarer Team 🚣[/p]

Built for Fighting Flames – Meet Firefighting Ship Lancer

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Ahoy, Seafarers![/h3][p][/p][p]We’re back with another post for our Meet the Fleet series. We’ve already had a look at the two ships of the Crescentport Logistics faction and at the two police ships, Rigid and Density, so now it’s time to move onto a different part of the Tide Guard faction work: Firefighting.[/p][p]When flames erupt on the open water, speed and precision make the difference. Enter the Firefighting Ship Lancer – a compact powerhouse designed to battle the toughest infernos and hold its own against the challenges of the high seas.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🚨 Meet Lancer[/h3][p][/p][p]Lancer is a specialized firefighting vessel equipped for rapid response and resilience. Whether you’re quenching fires on cargo ships, dousing flames at offshore structures, or rushing to emergency calls in turbulent waters, Lancer is your frontline defender.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🔥 Purpose-Built for Emergencies[/h3][p][/p][p]Lancer focuses on one mission: fight fire fast and fight it effectively. When every second counts, this ship delivers reliability, control, and raw firefighting power. Fire at sea is unforgiving – but so is Lancer. Ready to brave the elements, this ship will be a crucial part of your Tide Guard fleet when disaster strikes.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]👀 More on the Horizon[/h3][p][/p][p]Want more behind-the-scenes updates from Seafarer: The Ship Sim? Follow us and join the crew on your favorite platforms:[/p][p][/p][p]📌 Don’t forget to add Seafarer: The Ship Sim to your Steam Wishlist!
[/p][p]We’ll see you out there on October 7 – keep the waters safe, Seafarer.

Your Seafarer Team 🚣[/p]

Solid, Reliable, Ready – Meet Police Ship Density

[p][/p][p]Ahoy Seafarers!

The waters of your jurisdiction are about to get a major boost. Are you ready to step aboard one of the most versatile vessels in the fleet?[/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][h3]🚨 Meet Density[/h3][p]
Density is a robust police ship built to handle tasks with ease. Thanks to its large tank, it can travel further out to sea. Whether you’re patrolling the harbor, responding to emergencies, or performing special missions, this ship is your dependable partner on the waves.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]👮 Your Mission Awaits[/h3][p]As part of the Tide Guard faction, Density ensures that you are prepared for anything the sea throws at you. From routine patrols to inspections, this ship is a steadfast partner in maintaining order on the waves.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🌊 Stay Connected[/h3][p]
Want more sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes updates from Seafarer? Follow us on your favorite platforms and join the crew on Discord! [/p][p][/p][p]Follow us: [/p][p] 📌 Plus, don’t forget to add Seafarer: The Ship Sim to your Steam Wishlist! 💌 [/p][p][/p][p]We’re excited to have you aboard – see you on the horizon on October 7![/p][p][/p][p]Your Seafarer Team 🚣 [/p]