The ship combat and looting might carry King Of Seas' piratical adventure for some. Just beware that there's grinding through a bunch of stretched out story missions to get to the heart of the game.

While the cheerful island graphics and pirate themes are fun, King of Seas' over reliance on grinding quickly stifles the enjoyment. Exploration is highly enjoyable, but after you've seen everything, the story is the only thing left to pursue. Artificial barriers to extend the experience frustrate, as there is little satisfaction in grinding to victory.