Skull and Bones is a game we’ve been waiting for. It’s been a long time coming, and while the development processes seemingly had its own choppy waters to navigate, the game’s release is nearing. If you’re unfamiliar with Skull and Bones, the game started development all the way back in 2013. However, Ubisoft didn’t officially unveil this game to the masses until the Electronic Entertainment Expo 2017. Fans that tuned into E3 that year for the Ubisoft press media conference were treated to the reveal of a brand new pirates-themed game.
This initial reveal offered insight into more ship combat as players would sail to the open seas fighting off other pirates and the law. However, since that grand unveiling, Skull and Bones have endured several years of silence. Despite Ubisoft not officially confirming the game production had been canceled, things were not looking very bright for Skull and Bones. Although, we finally got a bit of light at the end of the tunnel in 2020. In 2020 Ubisoft confirmed that the development was pressing on.
Then in 2022, we received a new showcasing. Once again, players were shown traversing the open waters and battling other pirates in search of treasure. We were also given a new release date to mark on our calendars. If you want a more pirate-themed game to dive into, then Ubisoft’s Skull and Bones might be a viable option to run with soon.
Where Does Skull and Bones Take Place?
Skull and Bones might have gone through a long development process and a slightly new direction, but we’re getting near its release. Players are getting a new thrilling pirate-themed experience. However, it’s not necessarily one based on actual events or a location. Instead, the development studio team opted to make a fictional location inspired by the Indian Ocean. We also know that there will be a few different islands to check out as you explore the area.
As for when the game takes place, Skull and Bones is set during the 17th century. This makes it the golden age for piracy. You will have all sorts of pirate crews roaming the ocean searching for easy prey. Seek out loot to gather, other smaller crews to steal from, make alliances, and most importantly, keep away from the ever-growing threat of the governing law. You’ll find all sorts of laws roaming the seas in hopes of finally putting an end to the ruthless piracy threat.
For now, we have to wait a bit longer before we can get our hands on the game. However, if you are hoping to get your hands on the game, then mark your calendars. Skull and Bones is set to launch on March 9, 2023. When the game does hit the marketplace, you can find it available for the PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S platforms. In the meantime, you can check out the game trailer featured down below.
