Steam app 1280780 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 19:07 UTC
Command ships, submarines and aircraft in the South Pacific during WWII.
719 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
68 months, February 2021 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.
The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.
31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.
31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 437 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.
12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 282 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.
War on the Sea was released on 2 Feb, 2021.
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50 developer announcements, Apr 2021 to Mar 2026 · times in UTC
Version 1.09a is now LIVE and features a major re-working of campaigns.Key new features are:Resource costs for rearming ships and replenishing aircraftReplenishment at seaExpanding number of ships allowed in a Task Force (for mods)Removing…
Killerfish GamesThis update (version 1.09a) adds a few more new features and addresses some fixes/oversights from the 1.09 update.Key new features are:Improved cargo UIImproved Campaign UIRebalance of shore bombardmentsModding support to force various…
Killerfish GamesThis update (version 1.09) features a major re-working of campaigns. In particular, we've been working closely with the modding community to integrate their revisions of campaign logistics as well as expand the game to better support…
Killerfish GamesThe recent aircraft performance overhaul and strategic bombing features are now available in the live version with this new update. Remember, if you want to maintain the version 1.08g7h2 prior to this last update to finish a campaign or…
Killerfish GamesBeta continues to grow with a complete overhaul of aircraft flight characteristics along with the addition of strategic bombing in campaigns. The overhaul of aircraft flight performance was initiated by community members and we'd like to…
Killerfish GamesNow in BETA, Version 1.08h2 adds terrain data for the North Atlantic, Mediterranean and Indian Ocean theatres as well as introduces destructible AAA mounts on ships. Several example campaign maps are also included to assist modders with…
Killerfish GamesThis is a silent fix as it only contains text data file changes, the version number still reads 1.08g7h2 for this build. MODDERS; you will only need to update/integrate the modified text data files if applicable. This fix addresses several…
Patch notesThis update features a re-work of High Explosive shell behaviour, zooming of Tactical Map at mouse position as well as several improvements to Campaigns such as; - settings panel when starting a new campaign - ability to choose from…
Killerfish GamesVersion 1.08g6h3 is a major update that introduces; - Iowa and Essex Class ships - Hellcat, Corsair, Helldiver, Judy and B25c aircraft (Single Battles only) - Kamikaze attacks (Single Battles only) - 11 new Single Battles - Major re-balance…
Killerfish GamesThis update brings a lot of new customisation features to War on the Sea. In particular, aircraft AI attack parameters are now exposed along with fully editable ship AAA. Several other issues introduced in the previous update have also been…
Killerfish GamesThis latest version (1.08g5h2) introduces fog of war to the campaign where enemy ship groups are no no longer fully identified on the campaign map. Incomplete and or incorrect data is supplied based on the visibility conditions under which…
Killerfish GamesHope you all had a safe and happy holiday season! This update introduces the three Japanese battleship classes: - Fuso - Ise - Nagato In addition, rear gunners have been added to those aircraft that were missing them along with support for…
Killerfish GamesVersion 1.08g3h3 2 Dec 2021 Campaign map markers now save/load correctly (bug introduced 1.08g3) Player and AI aircraft no longer get locked firing guns and drain ammunition Corrected audio reference for…
Patch notes4 New Carriers and UI improvements For full details on this update, see below: https://steamcommunity.com/games/1280780/announcements/detail/3055122329837326939
Patch notesUpdate 1.08g2 is now LIVE. This update contains several major UI improvements, 4 new carrier classes along with other general fixes and improvements. Full change log below: Version 1.08g 21 Oct 2021 Roster Sorting Left click and drag unit…
Killerfish GamesThis update introduces searchlights into the game. Full change log below: Version 1.08f9h1 5 Oct 2021 Placing multiple way points on mini map fixed (bug introduced 1.08f9) "refundPostRepair:true" correctly refunds multiple merchant ship…
Killerfish GamesThis beta introduces searchlights. To opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and you should have new tabs listing other available versions. 2) Password to access the beta is…
Patch notesThis update further automates scouting. Aircraft take off, fly patrol routes, land at dusk and automatically take off again the following dawn. In addition there is now the option to "Repeat" a course allowing ships or aircraft to…
Killerfish GamesTo opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and you should have new tabs listing other available versions. 2) Password to access the beta is: warontheseabeta Use the pulldown to select…
Patch notesThis is a big one! Major features: - Many options added to edit campaign balance and alternate Command Point acquisition methods - Unit viewer now has an "aircraft" panel for ships with aircraft - Merchants and submarines made less…
Killerfish GamesTo opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and you should have new tabs listing other available versions. 2) Password to access the beta is: warontheseabeta Use the pulldown to select…
Patch notesTo opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and you should have new tabs listing other available versions. 2) Password to access the beta is: warontheseabeta Use the pulldown to select…
Patch notesThis update finalises the latest bomb damage model as well as adds a Weapons tab to the Unit Viewer for aircraft. Here you can view bomb armor penetration characteristics as well as aerial torpedo speed and range for the various aircraft.…
Killerfish GamesTo opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and you should have new tabs listing other available versions. 2) Password to access the beta is: warontheseabeta Use the pulldown to select…
Patch notesTo opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and you should have new tabs listing other available versions. 2) Password to access the beta is: warontheseabeta Use the pulldown to select…
Patch notesArmor piercing bombs are now supported, giving ships with heavy deck armor much better protection. This update also improves aircraft performance issues when running the game under low FPS. Change log below: Version 1.08e9 30 Jul 2021…
Killerfish GamesTo opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and you should have new tabs listing other available versions. 2) Password to access the beta is: warontheseabeta Use the pulldown to select…
Patch notesVersion 1.08e8h1 is now available and contains some great new features (and fixes) for War on the Sea; 1) Time Compression Availability Time compression can now be used during ship gunfire, dramatically increasing its availability. 2) Map…
Killerfish GamesWe finally solved the task force teleportation issue some users were reporting and have rolled out an immediate hotfix. Version 1.08e8h1 9 Jul 2021 (BETA) Fixed global player detected flag between campaign engagements which was not getting…
Patch notesThis beta fixes the syncing of radar and sonar buttons with the Orders Panel toggles as well as additional ship model improvements. To opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and you…
Patch notesThis beta introduces some new map tools (ruler and markers) along with increasing the availability of Time Compression to be allowed during ship gunfire. To opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to…
Patch notesVersion 1.08e6 is now live. This update contains numerous fixes to ship appearances along with correcting weapons on board. Change log below: Version 1.08e6 4 Jul 2021 Ship Model Fixes brooklyn, cleveland, baltimore and wichita - corrected…
Killerfish GamesTo opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and you should have new tabs listing other available versions. 2) Password to access the beta is: warontheseabeta Use the pulldown to select…
Patch notesAll hands man your battle stations! As featured in today's Steam Daily Deals, War on the Sea is now available at 20% off for a limited time. Don your Admiral's hat and take command of ships, submarines and aircraft in the Pacific War…
Killerfish GamesThis update brings the PDF game manual and in -game tutorials up to speed with all the changes that have occurred since version 1.00 of War on the Sea. For a complete list of all changes made to War on the Sea since version 1.00 see here…
Killerfish GamesVersion 1.08e5 18 Jun 2021 (BETA) Updated Tutorials to be compatible with and explain new features from version 1.0 to 1.08e5 Updated PDF manual to be compatible with and explain new features from version 1.0 to 1.08e5…
Patch notesVersion 1.08e4h1 12 Jun 2021 This update adds; - Dogfight At Will toggle to the Orders panel enabling your fighters to engage enemy aircraft automatically as they are detected. - Additional fixes and improvements to gunnery Fire At Will…
Killerfish Games8 Jun 2021 (BETA) To opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and you should have new tabs listing other available versions. 2) Password to access the beta is: warontheseabeta Use the…
Patch notesWhen on, Fire at Will mode allows all of your ships to have autonomous control over their gunnery. They will fire main and secondary guns at targets, automatically switch to better or other targets as needed, select appropriate ammunition…
Killerfish GamesVersion 1.08e3 30 May 2021 (BETA) Additional gunnery improvements and fixes to issues introduced in v1.08e2 Fire at Will mode now correctly allows firing AAA at aircraft Improved synchronisation between Wire at Fill mode and Auto Flak Flak…
Patch notesThis update introduces Fire At Will mode where your ships can automatically manage target selection and gunnery settings during combat. To opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and…
Patch notesVersion 1.08e is now available and includes further improvements to torpedoes. Player ships can now spot incoming torpedoes with the detection chance based on weather, time of day and if the torpedo has a wake or not. 3 new models of…
Killerfish GamesVersion 1.08e 25 May 2021 (BETA) GENERAL Less smoke usage by AI; - Retreating AI ships only lay smoke if detected so as not to give away their position - Retreating AI ship that is not laying smoke will begin to do so upon taking additional…
Patch notesThis latest update introduces two major features; 1) Smoke screens Player and AI ships may now lay smoke screens. 2) Campaign endings/flow modifications Sinking many enemy ships now opens sea lanes, enabling an increased rate of resource…
Killerfish GamesThis update builds upon beta version 1.08d9 and introduces 2 major changes. 1) Smoke screens Player and AI ships may now lay smoke screens. 2) Multiple campaign endings/flow modifications Sinking many enemy ships now opens sea lanes…
Patch notesVersion 1.08d9 10 May 2021 (BETA) GENERAL Sorted combat toolbar to be in front of Message Log CAMPAIGN New campaign win condition added if many enemy ships sunk Both campaigns modified: - Campaign setup.txt files added new variable to both…
Patch notesVersion 1.08d8 6 May 2021 GENERAL All ship_model.txt files corrected propeller rotation directions tone.model.txt corrected torpedo arc data ship_data.txt modifications; gridley, bagley, sims, cleveland, pensacola, wichita - corrected…
Killerfish GamesVersion 1.08d8 3 May 2021 (BETA) GENERAL All ship_model.txt files corrected propeller rotation directions tone.model.txt corrected torpedo arc data ship_data.txt modifications; gridley, bagley, sims, cleveland, pensacola, wichita…
Patch notesVersion 1.08d7 is now available. This update takes the first steps towards better balance for the dynamic campaigns, in particular improving the ground war and making the building of airfields and ports easier and quicker to achieve. Over…
Killerfish GamesThis update contains numerous fixes to ship technical data as well as the first steps towards re-balancing the campaigns. To opt into the beta: 1) Right click War on the Sea in your Steam library, go to properties/betas and you should have…
Patch notesEverything Steam lists as add-on content for this game, newest first. Prices are left out on purpose: the store answers this page in one currency and it is not the reader's.
| Name | Platforms | Released |
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| War on the Sea Soundtrack | WindowsmacOSLinux | 02 Feb 2021 |
What Steam runs, and with what. Straight from the app configuration.
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| Launch | WarOnTheSea.exe | windows 64 | ||
| Launch | WarOnTheSea.app | macos |
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