Pirates of the Caribbean allows the player to enter a world that captures the romance of the 17th century upon the Caribbean. The focus of this heroic game consists of steering mighty sailing ships and partaking in naval battles. Players captain their own ship and have the opportunity to live the life of a pirate by fighting tooth-and-nail for gold and experience. Adventuring choices range from captaining a squadron for one of the European powers, bloodthirsty pirating, peaceful and profitable merchant sailing or becoming a fearless bounty hunter.