Maelstrom is a buy-to-play sailing MOBA game developed by Gunpowder Games for PC and is available for purchase on Steam Early Access. In Maelstrom players can jump into fast-paced naval battles as a commander of an Orc, Dwarf, or Human warship in the Abyssal Ocean. Why is this ocean so abyssal? Well because it’s full of leviathans of course!

The name of the game to plunder as much gold as you can while outgunning and outmaneuvering your opponents. Sink as many other players as you can to collect their bounty while keeping your eye out for floating treasure chests. As the match progresses the hungry sea monsters close in on the safe waters, expanding the ‘Dead Waters’ area. Stay in the ‘Dead Waters’ area for too long and you’ll end up getting gobbled up.

Cannons are your primary mechanism for taking out other ships. Cannonballs are driven by physics and have a pretty hefty arc, so making sure you’re at the perfect angle is key to keeping yourself alive and making sure your enemies sink. Keep your wits about you and react quickly to what you see. Having good prediction skills will come in handy in this game! Additionally you can ram, grapple, and board enemy ships when you’re able to, meaning you’ll have to watch out for clever captains that see opportunities.

Take full advantage of your race’s capabilities and sail the Abyssal Ocean for fortunes. There will be many other captains looking for their slice of the pie so stay on the lookout. You never know what you might find in Maelstrom!

Races

Humans – Great speed and range with powerful broadsides.

Orcs – Deadly boarding, great ramming, and formidable agility.

Dwarves – Tough armor, omnidirectional cannons, and ships can sail in reverse.