Captain & Company Opens Early Access for Web3 Pirate MMORPG

Captain & Company: Early Access Launch and New Features

Early Access to the web3 pirate MMORPG Captain & Company will be available on PC, mobile devices, and browsers. With new gameplay types, advancement systems, and a distinctive in-game economy, the game emphasizes community-driven gameplay. Players can participate in naval combat, explore a vast pirate world, and take advantage of innovative features.

There are four stages to the Early Access launch, and each one offers fascinating new features. In Phase I, players will explore the on-chain loot economy and talent progression systems. Phase II will introduce the Gauntlet game mode, new progression mechanics, and crafting systems. Phase III brings world bosses, land ownership, and island governance mechanics to the game. The final phase, Phase IV, will include platform listings, community-controlled nodes, and player-designed polls, giving players more influence over the game’s development.

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New Gameplay Modes

1. Gauntlet Mode
   Teams of players battle waves of opponents, including strong naval bosses, in the never-ending PvE cooperative game Gauntlet Mode. As they move up the leaderboards, players can acquire useful materials, blueprints, and benefits. The mode features co-op matchmaking and a Perk Card progression system, allowing players to tailor their combat experience.
2. Pillage Mode
   In Pillage Mode, players engage in open-world PvP with no safe zones. The objective is to gather resources, battle world bosses, and escape via an extraction portal to secure their loot. Future updates will introduce larger maps, more perks, and a wider variety of bosses based on player feedback.

Progression Systems

1. Talent System
   Players can level up to 60, earning talent points to enhance their abilities in three specialization trees: Tactician, Demolitionist, and Tinker. This system encourages long-term investment in a single account, promoting diverse gameplay experiences.
2. Perk System
   The Perk Deck feature lets players craft and collect perk cards, which influence the rewards they receive during Gauntlet runs. This system adds strategic depth, especially in team-based gameplay, as players can tailor their perks to suit different situations.

Player Economy Features

1. Auction House
   The revamped in-game marketplace allows players to trade assets using the in-game currency, nuggies. Items can also be withdrawn for trading on public marketplaces, supporting a shared economy across Eastern and Western servers.
2. Nuggies System
   Nuggies come in two types: "normal" and "blessed." Blessed nuggies can be withdrawn to digital assets, allowing players to integrate their in-game earnings with the broader crypto economy. This dual-currency system enhances the in-game economy and offers players diverse ways to earn and spend.

Crafting stations like the Brewery, Blacksmith, and Tailor allow players to create consumables, equipment, and cosmetics. These stations are tied to player-owned land plots, enabling landowners to earn a share of the crafting fees. Land ownership also introduces island governance and guild control, adding more depth to the game’s economic systems.

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The user interface has been updated to improve navigation for both new and experienced players. It accommodates the game’s complex economy and marketplace systems. Community polls will also influence game updates, allowing players to directly impact the game’s development.

To make the game more accessible, the developers have replaced numbered seasons with named patches. Recent balance changes include adjustments to ship mechanics, weapon damage, and player perks. These changes aim to improve both solo and group gameplay experiences.

Final Thoughts

Captain & Company offers a rich pirate MMORPG experience with a focus on naval combat, progression systems, and a player-driven economy. Whether exploring the Gauntlet or engaging in open-world PvP in Pillage Mode, there is something for both casual and competitive players. Join the adventure by visiting capnco.gg and engaging with the community on Discord for exclusive updates.