While I am no where near to having mastered the finer points of Pirates' naval combat, it hasn't deterred me from loving this game. Bethesda has once again fully immersed me in the experience of their art. Pirates delivers for me on every level. The gameplay is there, offering a wide variety of quests, improved melee combat, and intense sea battles. Backing it up are some of very stunning visuals that put you at the helm and put the sea salt in your nostrils. But, honestly, the best thing that Pirates has going for it is its utter lack of competition. This game is so incredibly unique that you will be completely unable to find anything like it; and therefore you won't find any other title that can rival it. There is simply no game like it.