Sea of Thieves 2026 Edition: All items, prices, and April events

By Ryan Messina Gaming News
12 April 2026 no comments

Sea of Thieves is celebrating another year, and Rare is shaking things up. We aren’t getting a massive engine overhaul or a full sequel—the core sandbox formula remains untouched. Instead, they are completely restructuring the retail versions available on digital storefronts.

As of April 8, the old 2025 bundles are gone, making way for the Sea of Thieves 2026 Edition. It’s a classic move to bring fresh blood to PC, Xbox, and PS5 without splitting the existing player base.

Key Takeaways: The Quick Answer

• Release Date: The 2026 editions launched on April 8, 2026, across all platforms.
• Content Changes: Replaces the 2025 editions with updated cosmetic bundles (Cardinal Lodestar) and immediate gold bonuses.
• Pricing: Available in three tiers: Standard (€39.99), Deluxe (€49.99), and Premium (€59.99).

What is included in the Sea of Thieves 2026 Edition?

The Sea of Thieves 2026 Edition is a refreshed digital purchase package launched on April 8, 2026. It replaces the 2025 versions with updated cosmetics like the Cardinal Lodestar and Sovereign sets, while maintaining the exact same shared world and gameplay progress for all current players.

Basically, if you already own the game, you don’t need to spend an extra dime. If you are just now deciding to sail the seas, these bundles drop the outdated digital bonuses to make room for some undeniably sharper cosmetic skins.

Pricing and Tiers: The Cost of Setting Sail

Forget the wild eighty-dollar price tags of modern triple-A releases—Rare is keeping the standard store cost manageable. You have three distinct tiers designed for different budgets, starting at a reasonable 39.99 euros for the base game.

Here is exactly what you get in each digital chest:

• Base Edition (39.99€): The full game without the fluff. Perfect if you just want to grab a ship and go.
• Deluxe Edition (49.99€): Adds the Sovereign clothing set and the Cardinal Lodestar weapons. You also score an immediate 10,000 gold.
• Premium Edition (59.99€): The ultimate bundle. On top of the Deluxe bonuses, you secure the full Cardinal Lodestar ship set and costume, a pet cat, and 1,000 Ancient Coins.

The Premium tier is the only version that makes sense for the 1,000 Ancient Coins alone—they carry a heavy official markup in the Pirate Emporium anyway.

Also learn more about what kind of experience awaits you in Sea of Thieves and how it continues to captivate players

From refreshed editions of the game to a brand new Live Event, let’s find out what you can expect from the next few weeks in Sea of Thieves with the latest, appropriately named This Month in Sea of Thieves article: https://t.co/XAlmJfuoOv pic.twitter.com/tPQZQn429u

— Sea of Thieves (@SeaOfThieves) April 8, 2026

What are the April 2026 events in Sea of Thieves?

April 2026 events include the Fight Nights weekend from April 10-13 for bonus Allegiance, the release of the ‘Hostile Waters’ soundtrack, and the inaugural Bilge Rats Weekender starting April 16. The month also features Twitch Drops and a major Doubloon currency reset.

If you want free gear without spending real cash, mark your calendar. Twitch Drops run from April 17 to April 22, handing out the Eastern Winds Jade Pirate Title and Sea Serpent Blunderbuss just for leaving a partner stream open for six hours.

Pay close attention to April 16—that is the hard reset for Doubloons. Any blue currency sitting in your wallet gets automatically converted into gold or commemorative cosmetics, so hit up Larinna immediately if you are hoarding them.

Ryan Messina

A video game enthusiast ever since I first got my hands on a Game Boy. Over the years, I've played many different games across various genres, discovering hidden gems and niche titles along the way. I'm also passionate about technology, always up-to-date with the latest news and insight in the PC and Console market. Ready to share and bring you the latest news !