Sid Meier's Pirates! released yesterday

[d8alus]

I stayed up all night playing it.

Very fun. A lot more light-hearted than Sea Dogs and somewhat more action/minigame based. Overall, it's a great game. If you're interested in this style of game, check it out.

[Gryphon]

I have played it.

It is goot.

Actually, I daresay, it is 75% exactly like the original. Same options, same limitations (combat is 1v1 only, regardless of how many ships are involved) and so on. However, it has a nice graphical flare and is amusing.

Sid Meier has created yet another entertaining game with lasting value. Just don't buy it expecting an engrossing experience. I give it two flagons.

[ShoHashi]

....and like a typical Sid Meier game...addicting!