Skull and Bones has finally arrived after years of delays and setbacks. Players set out on the open seas, fighting enemy ships, looting valuables, and discovering new regions. As they do this, they will increase their infamy and earn the respect of their fellow pirates.
However, there will be moments when players are overwhelmed and their ships are sunk. Whether it's at the hands of NPC ships, sea monsters, or even other players, there's a chance your voyage will end, and you'll meet the sea's dark depths. But what happens exactly when you die in Skull and Bones? Keep reading to find out.
Skull and Bones: How to Claim Premium Edition & Pre-Order Bonuses
Those hoping to claim their Skull and Bones Premium Edition rewards will need to jump through a few hoops before they can use the cosmetics in-game.
What Happens When You Die in Skull and Bones?
Naval combat, along with exploration, is one of the main features of Skull and Bones. Players must build and customize their own ships using cosmetics, weapons, and furniture. They can gather resources to their heart's content whenever they are ready to set sail. Doing this requires some aggressive means at times.
Players can attack forts, settlements, merchants, and warships. Doing this will increase their infamy and leave them with tons of loot that can be sold or used in crafting if they are successful. However, enemies will not go down without a fight. Players will be targeted, and their ships will be attacked whenever they engage in combat.
Combat is one of many things players must worry about. Ships will take damage during storms and when attacked by sea creatures such as sharks, gators, and monsters. All ships have their own HP, depending on the ship type and equipment. Players can purchase and craft Repair Kits that they can apply as they're taking damage, but if they run out and their HP reaches zero, their voyage ends.
When you die in Skull and Bones, the game over screen appears as depicted in the image above. Luckily, players don't lose any progress when this happens, but they temporarily lose their cargo. They will have two options to jump back into the game:
- Respawn at Sea
- Back to Dock
Players must choose quickly if they want to respawn at sea, as there is a countdown. Once it reaches zero, they will automatically respawn at the dock.
Players will dock at the last place they disembarked.
Respawning at sea costs Silver Coins, but players will be sent near where they went down and closer to all their cargo. All of their loot will be in one place and easily recovered.
Additionally, if players respawn at sea, they don't get a chance to repair their ship fully, and its HP will be lowered. The only way to fully recover the vessel is to repair it from the ship menu before setting sail.
There are a couple of ways to help reduce your chances of sinking. You can equip your ships with armor to increase their defenses or craft tank ships that are significantly more sturdy.
Skull and Bones
- Released
- February 16, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
Set sail into the vibrant open world of Skull and Bones, a naval online action RPG where you rise to become the most fearsome pirate kingpin.
ENGAGE IN SPECTACULAR NAVAL COMBAT
Prepare for devastating battles by crafting a dozen different ships and equip your fleet with powerful loadouts. Unlock stronger weapons as you progress and customize your ships to reflect your unique pirate playstyle.
SAIL INTO A DANGEROUS HELL IN PARADISE
Voyage into the Indian Ocean and explore a vast open world teeming with cutthroat pirates, deadly sea monsters, supernatural threats, devastating storms, and more.
TEAM UP WITH FELLOW PIRATES
Sail the lawless seas solo or team up with two friends or other players to partake in shareable contracts and rewards.
ENJOY EVER-EVOLVING CONTENT
Each season, face a brand-new legendary sea lord and discover fresh content, limitless endgame opportunities, and new exciting features designed to enhance your pirate experience.
- Developer(s)
- Ubisoft Singapore
- Platform(s)
- PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
