New Unified Launcher
Download Pirates of the Burning Sea once, then choose your version inside the launcher
The new launcher installs, updates, and launches all of our supported game versions from one place, including the free live server and the legacy experience.
Get The Launcher
What The Launcher Handles
Live Server
Jump in for free
Use the launcher to install and access the free live server without hunting for a separate client download.
Legacy Server
Return to the classic experience
If you have legacy access, the launcher also handles the legacy build and keeps it updated from the same hub.
Future Builds
Manage versions in one place
The launcher is built to manage the different versions of Pirates of the Burning Sea from a single install flow.
After Installation
1. Account
Sign in or create your captain
Make sure your website account is ready before launching so you can move straight from install to sea.
Create an account
2. Choose A Version
Pick your waters in the launcher
Open the launcher, choose the version you want to install, and let it handle the download and updates for you.
3. Readiness
Use the starter guides
The fastest route to enjoying the game is knowing where to look for sailing, combat, and nation basics.
Open getting started
4. Crew Up
Find help if you hit trouble
If install, launcher, or account issues slow you down, the community and support tools are already standing by.
Contact support
Captain's Notes
New flow
No more separate client downloads
The website now points to one launcher download instead of asking captains to choose between separate installers first.
Legacy access
Subscriptions still matter for legacy
The launcher can manage legacy, but you still need the proper account access if you plan to sail on that version.
Need help?
Use support and the community
Support tickets handle account and launcher trouble, while Discord is often the quickest path for gameplay questions.
Join Discord