NetEase Unveils Sea of Remnants: A Swashbuckling Multiplatform Adventure

NetEase, once viewed skeptically by gamers, especially in China, for prioritizing profits over enjoyment, has made a significant comeback in public perception. This turnaround is largely thanks to successful recent releases like Marvel Rivals and Once Human. Now, they're teasing their latest project, Sea of Remnants, which promises a nautical adventure with a unique twist.

While details about Sea of Remnants are scarce, the teaser suggests a vibrant, toylike aesthetic set against the backdrop of open seas. The game seems to embrace a swashbuckling, Errol Flynn-inspired theme, hinting at adventures filled with pirate action. Whether it will be turn-based, open-world, or something entirely new remains to be seen, but the colorful visuals and intriguing settings suggest a world ripe for exploration by action figure-like characters.

Beyond the Horizon

Given NetEase's recent ambitious projects, Sea of Remnants might aim to challenge the likes of Sea of Thieves, an open-world pirate RPG that has been a standout success for Rare. Despite competitors like Skull & Bones, Sea of Thieves remains unchallenged. If any company can take a proven concept and enhance it, it's NetEase, who managed to eclipse Overwatch with their Marvel Rivals.

In the broader RPG landscape, Sea of Remnants will face stiff competition. The market is flooded with exceptional RPGs on platforms like Android and iOS. To get a sense of the competition, you can explore our list of the top 25 best RPGs on these platforms, which only begins to scratch the surface of available titles.