# Plunder Pirates — Build your pirate island

> 3D pirate island building and real-time PvP combat strategy game. (iPhone/iPad app by Midoki.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plunder-pirates/id845129661 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Midoki](https://appshunter.io/developer/536203135)
- Category: Games, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 3,804 App Store ratings · 384 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 193 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 1 more
- Released: 2014-09-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plunder-pirates/id845129661/reviews.md

## What is Plunder Pirates?

A life on the ocean wave is waiting for you in this stunning 3D Pirate adventure.
 
Create your island, explore the seas, battle other players and become the most infamous Captain in history. Plunder Pirates offers a unique build and battle gameplay experience featuring the best looking graphics on mobile.

Up for a fight? It's going to take masterful strategy, tons of manpower, and plenty of grog to protect your island from the attacking hordes of swashbuckling pirates. Create the perfect island headquarters, recruit a fearsome crew of pirate captains, and go to war with other players around the world to become the saltiest dog in the seven seas!

Features:
- BUILD an epic 3D pirate island fortified impenetrable defenses and plenty of firepower.
- SEE your island from every angle in killer 3D graphics.
- STORM other players' islands in real-time and plunder their booty!
- RECRUIT a crew from 10 different classes of seafaring scoundrels - each with unique skills.
- UPGRADE everthing! Sail farther, get stronger, do more damage, protect your gold.
- JOIN a Pirate Guild with your friends for Guild perks. Plan your exploits in guild chat.
- EXPLORE uncharted waters in your mighty pirate ship.
- FIGHT navel battles with gruesome sea monsters and enemy ships.
- COLLECT Legendary Pirates - The most notorious plunderers ever known!

Join the Plunder Pirates community online!
Forums
http://forum.plunderpirates.com
Facebook
http://facebook.com/plunderpirates
Twitter
http://twitter.com/plunderpirates
Support Email
piratesupport@midoki.com

*Note: A network connection is required to play. iPatch optional.

The game may include:
- Direct links to social networking websites that are intended for an audience over the age of 13.
- Direct links to the internet that can take players away from the game with the potential to browse any web page.
- Advertising of Midoki products and also products from select partners.
- The option to make in-app purchases. The bill payer should always be consulted beforehand.

## Key features

- Build an epic 3D pirate island
- Storm other players' islands in real-time
- Recruit a crew from 10 classes
- Upgrade island defenses and crew
- Join a Pirate Guild with friends
- Explore uncharted waters
- Fight naval battles and sea monsters

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A Handful of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| A Pouch of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| A Sack of Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| A Box of Gems | $49.99 | one-time |
| A Chest of Gems | $99.99 | one-time |
| The Plunder Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| GEM BUNDLE! | $4.99 | one-time |
| GEM BUNDLE! | $9.99 | one-time |
| MAXIMUM RESOURCES! | $9.99 | one-time |
| GOLDEN OUTFIT DEAL! | $4.99 | one-time |
| A Handful of Gems II | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Plunder Pack II | $0.99 | one-time |
| A Handful of Gems III | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Plunder Pack III | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Plunder Pirates?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🏴‍☠️ Pirate theme and graphics
- 👍 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🎨 Beautiful animations and visuals
- 🕹️ Unique exploration and sailing mechanics

**Cons**

- ⏱️ Slow progression and long upgrade times
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay loop
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game crashes when trying to build guild hall
- Issues with loading assets and server connectivity
- UI elements not scaling properly on newer devices

**Most requested features**

- More frequent updates and new content
- Ability to trade resources with guild members
- Option to customize own pirate captain
- Improved matchmaking for guild battles

## Recent user reviews (10 of 384)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plunder-pirates/id845129661/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Plunder pirates

*2026-08-22, version 3.8.1*

Since yesterday, can’t open up.  It says connection lost.

### 1/5 — Keeps reconnecting

*2026-08-22, version 3.8.1*

Please fix this issue won’t let me play

### 1/5 — Starting Aug. 21, 2026 NOT Opening

*2026-08-21, version 3.8.1*

Starting on Aug. 21,2026 using an iPad unable to open App. Starts opening but receive message, “Lost Connection”.  Android app on cell phone has no issue.  Others playing on Apple receive the same message both in USA and Europe.  PLEASE FUX.

### 1/5 — Not working

*2026-08-21, version 3.8.1*

Won’t connect to sever under new update !!!!

### 1/5 — dead game ？

*2026-08-21, version 3.8.1*

can‘t login in……loose the Connection

### 5/5 — Fun Fun FUN!!!

*2026-08-12, version 3.8.1*

I love this game cuz it really releases my inner pirate!!!

### 5/5 — Excellent!!!

*2026-08-03, version 3.8.1*

Players in this genre of gaming (COC, JH, BB, etc.) will easily hit the ground running! The most F2P game out there & it’s not even close! Considering the recent ruination of SC, seekers of a similar experience will find it here! The game goes up to TH 15 & thankfully is still in smooth operation! I only wish I had found it earlier! Huge shoutout to the Developers, THANK YOU for an epic game, cheers!

### 5/5 — Cheater

*2026-08-03, version 3.8.1*

Hey devs plzs banned cool whip 🍦for cheating he usíng two account on game plzs banned him

### 4/5 — Update the game

*2026-07-17, version 3.8.1*

You make the awesome game with details we love that and i your old fan please be more active about this game i have this game many years ago and I reinstall this game in my new device i was happy to have this experience again but something make me sad i saw last update is from 5 years ago and its make me soo sad,you make this piece of art, please

### 1/5 — YOU SERIOUS

*2026-06-21, version 3.8.1*

I CANT BUILD A GUILD BECAUSE IM TOO YOUNG IM 12 YEARS OLD BY A KIDS GAME

## Frequently asked questions about Plunder Pirates

### What is Plunder Pirates?

Plunder Pirates is a 3D pirate adventure game where you build and fortify your own island, recruit a crew, and battle other players in real-time. It combines island building with strategic combat gameplay.

### What are the key features of Plunder Pirates?

Key features include building an impenetrable 3D pirate island, storming other players' islands to plunder their loot, recruiting diverse pirate captains with unique skills, upgrading all aspects of your island and crew, and joining guilds for cooperative play.

### How does Plunder Pirates make money?

The game is free to download and play, but it offers in-app purchases. Players can choose to buy items or enhancements within the game to progress or gain advantages.

### What are the system requirements for Plunder Pirates?

A network connection is required to play Plunder Pirates. While an iPatch is optional, the game is designed for mobile devices and requires an internet connection for its multiplayer and real-time features.

### What is the main objective in Plunder Pirates?

The main objective is to become the most infamous Captain in history by building the strongest pirate island, recruiting the best crew, and successfully raiding other players' islands. It also involves exploring the seas and fighting sea monsters.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.8.1 — 2020-11-09

Pirate Hall 15 is here!
New in 3.8.1
Get your builders busy, because Pirate Hall 15 has arrived! 
- New levels of defences
- New levels of buildings
- Train to new levels for your pirates in the Academy, Voodoo Hut and Legendary Fort
We've also tweaked the economy:
- Reduced build times across many buildings and defences
- Reduced BP costs across many buildings and defences
- Reduced Ammo costs across many defences
Assorted bug fixes and optimisations

### 3.7.1 — 2019-10-21

Pirate Hall 14 is here!
New in 3.7.1
Get your builders busy, becaue Pirate Hall 14 has arrived! 
- New levels of defences
- New levels of buildings
- Train to new levels for your pirates in the Academy, Voodoo Hut and Legendary Fort
- Beef up your island with extra walls, cannons, gun towers and a mortar
- Increased island size
New event type - Still Standing, available in both guild and individual variants
Assorted bug fixes and optimisations

### 3.7.0 — 2019-09-12

Pirate Hall 14 is here!
New in 3.7.0
Get your builders busy, becaue Pirate Hall 14 has arrived! 
- New levels of defences
- New levels of buildings
- Train to new levels for your pirates in the Academy, Voodoo Hut and Legendary Fort
- Beef up your island with extra walls, cannons, gun towers and a mortar
- Increased island size
New event type - Still Standing, available in both guild and individual variants
Assorted bug fixes and optimisations

### 3.6.1 — 2019-05-02

Golden Glamour!
New in 3.6.1
Pirates love gold! Legendary Pirates love outfits! In this brand new update there is the perfect combination. Golden Outfits, now available!
Assorted bug fixes and optimisations

### 3.6.0 — 2019-04-30

Golden Glamour!
New in 3.6.0
Pirates love gold! Legendary Pirates love outfits! In this brand new update there is the perfect combination. Golden Outfits, now available!
Assorted bug fixes and optimisations

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