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Very Positive — 89% positive (453 reviews)
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
Command your crew in Boat Crew, a gripping action-strategy experience amidst the Pacific War. Take charge of a PT boat against Imperial Japan, skillfully managing resources and personnel by any means necessary to ensure victory in this high-stakes conflict.
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£15.74
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Action, Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access · 2022 · More £15 - £30 games
Manage resources and personnel aboard a PT boat in this gripping early access experience from Tabbing Tabby, where every decision shapes victory against Imperial Japan.
About this game
Experience the gripping narrative of Boat Crew set amidst the tumultuous Pacific War. Command a PT boat and its crew through intense battles against the Imperial Japanese Navy. Engage in an open, dynamic campaign where every decision influences the war effort. You decide how and where to participate: raid enemy bases, protect allies, undertake daring missions, or shape the narrative through scripted challenges that offer insights into the crew's trials amidst wartime chaos.
Balance tactical victories with strategic decisions, caring for your crew and customizing your boat to adapt to evolving battle demands. In Boat Crew, triumph hinges not just on firepower, but on shrewd tactics and resourceful maneuvering against overwhelming odds.
Your choices directly impact the outcome of history in the Pacific theater of World War II. Immerse yourself in the action, and lead your crew to victory in Boat Crew.
Prepare to immerse yourself in the daring world of Boat Crew, where strategic prowess and crew management reign supreme amidst the chaos of the Pacific War. Are you ready to command your boat and lead your crew to victory?
Balance tactical victories with strategic decisions, caring for your crew and customizing your boat to adapt to evolving battle demands. In Boat Crew, triumph hinges not just on firepower, but on shrewd tactics and resourceful maneuvering against overwhelming odds.
Your choices directly impact the outcome of history in the Pacific theater of World War II. Immerse yourself in the action, and lead your crew to victory in Boat Crew.
Lead Your Crew to Victory
Take charge as the commander, not just of the boat but of a dedicated crew. Manage resources, delegate tasks, and nurture the skills of your sailors to maximise their potential on the battlefield. Experience the true essence of leadership as you guide your crew through the challenges of war.Asymmetrical Challenge and Tactical Mastery
Embrace the role of the underdog, facing powerful adversaries with a lightly armored PT boat. Triumph not through sheer firepower, but through superior tactics, maneuvering, and the ingenuity of your weaponry.Dynamic Campaign of Strategic Significance
Immerse yourself in a dynamic campaign where every decision matters. Raid enemy bases, protect allied convoys, and engage in high-stakes combat that impacts the Solomon Islands' fate. Accumulate Victory Points by striking strategic targets and hampering enemy actions to secure ultimate victory.Crew Management and Customization
Care for your crew's well-being, balance risk assessments, and witness the impact of experience on their lethality. Customize your boat with a wide selection of weapons and tools, crafting unique loadouts to face the challenges of war.Authentic Setting, Intense Action
While inspired by WWII naval history, Boat Crew offers a unique gameplay experience. Navigate through meticulously designed environments and a dynamic world that evolves, even in your absence, delivering an authentic and intense wartime atmosphere.Prepare to immerse yourself in the daring world of Boat Crew, where strategic prowess and crew management reign supreme amidst the chaos of the Pacific War. Are you ready to command your boat and lead your crew to victory?
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
Minimum:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: Intel Core i5-3330 / AMD FX 4300
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GTX 750Ti / AMD HD7850
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Recommended
Recommended:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5 3570K / AMD FX 6300
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1050 / AMD RX 560
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Supported Languages
English*
*languages with full audio support
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Early Access v1.8.1 Stable | Gamepad and Public Lobbies
This update aims to bring you full gamepad support, a public lobby system, and ability to command squadron boats and squadron ships separately or all at once. Co-Op is still considered Beta so please let us know of any issues that may come across while playing, especially with the new public lobby feature. Early Access v1.8.1.2 Stable - Adjustments to PC-461 physics and handling to correct changes caused by recent Unity 6.3 game engine update. - Reduced enemy count in first tutorial to counteract past buffs to certain units. - Adjustments to resource item UI displays to handle bigger numbers (i.e. x128). Early Access v1.8.1.1 Experimental Early Access v1.8.1.0 ExperimentalRead full article on Community Announcements (Cotanius Jeta)Patch NotesOfficial
Early Access v1.8.1.1 Experimental | Public Co-Op Lobby Tests
Early Access v1.8.1.1 Experimental - You may now host and join public lobbies. - Engagement squadron management controls expanded to allow separate control of boats and ships. - Refreshed challenge levels (now Scenarios). - Implemented gamepad specific tutorial messages and added a few missing gamepad wirings. - Added unhost button for host. - Added disconnect buttons for clients. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40896017/e12b76cc516629013aad56c6d53e163adc308c66.pngRead full article on Community Announcements (Cotanius Jeta)Patch NotesOfficial
Early Access v1.8.1.0 Experimental | Gamepad
Early Access v1.8.1.0 Experimental - Full Gamepad Support. - Japanese ground officers implemented for the recent reinforcement system rework. - Adjustments Co-Op player visibility and reinforcement mechanics inclusions. - Attempted to reduce likelihood of supply vessels changing resupply targets by increased cost of task switching. - Updated game engine from Unity 2021 LTS to Unity 6.3 LTS. - Redesigned paused menu. - Adjustments to submarine surfacing by startle behavior. - Added squadron collision prevention forces - Fixed allied defenses having Japanese unique defenses and visual models. - Fixed certain ground positions dropping RP crates on land. - Fixed flag physics to properly account for wind and boat velocities. - Fixed engine selection not resetting from previous save when a new campaign is started. - Fixed a Co-Op Crash related to clients crashing in the later game stages when host approaches dock and client is in dead state. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40896017/e12b76cc516629013aad56c6d53e163adc308c66.pngRead full article on Community Announcements (Cotanius Jeta)AnnouncementsOfficial
Early Access v1.8.0 Stable | Combined Offensive
Greetings, Captain! After months of hard work and Experimental Branch testing, we are proud to present to you one of the largest and most ambitious updates yet, v1.8.0 Stable - Combined Offensive! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40896017/f01f0fd6bc8a74967aeedba64f4b7a8ff963b3d3.gif As usual, it has been a long period of very active development, with constant feedback from many of you and 15 patches of various sizes building up to this eventual Stable version update. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40896017/98832591f2766d00e242f6f33c99c2a66843db17.gif Our highlight features are the addition of a Co-Op mode, which allows you to play the Campaign with up to 5 fellow Captains, as well as the addition of the new PC-461 Submarine Chaser as a playable boat, which can be unlocked through Campaign progression. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40896017/9107e135ca11f7b502cddb9b3dece53edd7ba44a.gif Accompanying these, we also have a long list of gameplay and balance changes, optimization improvements and bug fixes, the comprehensive list of which you can find in the patch notes below. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40896017/668d0072697d2556762c085a6a416f34a231d821.gif We are close to the end of Early Access at this point, and we would like to once again extend our thanks to you for supporting us through this prolonged development period. Your feedback and enthusiasm for Boat Crew have been a major source of motivation for us, and we appreciate you taking part in making Boat Crew what it is today. Fair winds, Captain, T.T. Early Access v1.8.0 Patch Notes Major Features ★ Campaign Co-Op multiplayer support; play the Campaign with up to 5 fellow Captains! ★ Playable PC-461 Submarine Chaser added, alongside an exclusive 5"/25 Deck Gun option. - Elco Thunderbolt main gun option added for withering firepower served by just one gunner. - Added Japanese naval officers with rank-based call-ins including artillery, aircraft, and surface reinforcements, supplanting the earlier threat-based spawn system. - Target Priority system for squadro...Read full article on Community Announcements (Darky)AnnouncementsOfficial
Early Access v1.8.0.15 Experimental | Engine Rework
Early Access v1.8.0.15 Experimental - Reworked engines to be upgradeable and shared within classes. - Crew can now has chance to be recovered and get carried over to new respawn boats, chances depending on whether or not allies/enemies are nearby. - Added post-engagement review screen. - Reworked smoke visuals for performance and added stagger and inaccuracy when there is indirect visibility of targets. - Default difficulty presets changed to reduce overall intensity of enemy presence while increasing allied presence. - Reworked squadron preview in campaign UI. - Gave some player boats their missing center propellers. - Submarine behavior changes are now limited to campaign engagements. - Fixed duplicate RP crates in clients created by explosive damage. Certain known issues may still persist. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40896017/e12b76cc516629013aad56c6d53e163adc308c66.pngRead full article on Community Announcements (Cotanius Jeta)
