Sea of Thieves Hits Milestone Season 20 With Custom Seas Reveal
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Sea of Thieves is celebrating its twentieth season with the reveal of Custom Seas, giving players new ways to control their shared world experience.
Rare is marking a massive milestone for its persistent pirate sandbox as Sea of Thieves gears up for its twentieth season. Revealed during the Xbox Games Showcase 2026, the upcoming update is officially titled Custom Seas, bringing a feature that the community has requested for years. While the core game has always thrived on the unpredictable nature of shared-world encounters, this new addition aims to give players more control over how they experience the waves.
For content creators, competitive crews, and casual players alike, custom server options open up exciting new possibilities for community events, organized PvP, and relaxed exploratory sessions. Streamers looking to host private community nights or film machinima will find plenty to work with here. It is a smart move by the development team, keeping the live service fresh and adaptable as player habits continue to shift across console and PC platforms.
As live service games constantly fight for attention in a crowded market, longevity often comes from listening to the player base and offering flexible ways to play. Season 20 proves that Rare understands its community inside and out. You can check out the full breakdown and the new gameplay trailer over at IGN South Africa for all the details on what to expect when the update drops.
Tags: Sea of Thieves, Xbox Games Showcase 2026, Rare, Live Service, Gaming News
Original article: IGN South Africa