Buccaneers Shipshape: Revamped Arcade Classic Hits Steam in July

Gaming Staff • April 29, 2025

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Merso Entertainment has announced that Buccaneers Shipshape, a remake of the 1989 arcade game Buccaneers, will be released on Steam for PC on July 22, 2025. The game is now available for wishlisting on Steam, and a press kit with a trailer can be accessed on the Merso Entertainment website.

Buccaneers Shipshape is a beat 'em up action game set on the high seas. Players take on the role of a pirate on a mission to reclaim their stolen ship and treasure map. The game features nine stages with varied environments, enemies, and gameplay mechanics, such as slippery rooftops, deep underwater, and horse-pulled carriage rides. There are four playable heroes with distinct speeds, attacks, and special moves.

The game includes treasure chests with power-ups and weapons, including pistols and whips. Fast-paced gameplay, swift companion assists and special moves, and swift, satisfying boss battles are some of the game's features. Up to four-player local co-op is available, and the game has two different endings.

Buccaneers Shipshape is an official remake of Duintronic’s 1989 Buccaneers arcade game. The remake introduces exciting new features, including Z-axis movement, additional heroes and villains, brand-new stages, and a revamped soundtrack.

Merso Entertainment is an independent game development studio based in Vancouver, Canada. The studio's previous releases include the run and gun title Balacera Brothers and the werewolf-themed beat ‘em up Bloody Paws Unleashed. More information about Merso Entertainment can be found on the studio's website.

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