João Franco
A Portuguese adventurer whose campaign emphasizes exploration and discovery.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move the selection cursor or navigate menus. |
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A | Confirm a selected command. |
B | Cancel or return to the previous menu. |
Start | Advance or pause where supported by the current screen. |
How it plays
How does Uncharted Waters 2: New Horizons play?
The game uses a strategic world-map perspective during voyages and menus or town screens for most decisions. Players sail between ports, buy and sell cargo, recruit crew, improve ships, gather information, and trigger events tied to their chosen protagonist.
Campaign objectives vary: a merchant may build wealth, an explorer may chart discoveries, and a military leader may seek naval victories. Fleets can fight at sea, while port facilities and investment gradually improve access to resources. Progress comes from money, equipment, reputation, discoveries, and story milestones.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Uncharted Waters 2: New Horizons?
Begin by selecting a clear specialization rather than trying to master every system immediately. Merchants should compare prices between nearby ports, while explorers should maintain supplies and prioritize ship improvements that increase range.
Keep reserve funds for repairs, crew wages, and unexpected events. Recruit capable officers, avoid unnecessary battles early, and use information from taverns and guilds to identify profitable routes or useful discoveries.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Catalina Erantzo
A determined privateer pursuing revenge and naval success.
Otto Baynes
An English naval officer focused on military achievement.
Ernst von Bohr
A scholar-adventurer whose route centers on knowledge and exploration.
Pietro Conti
An Italian merchant seeking commercial success and wealth.
Ali Vezas
An Ottoman captain whose campaign combines trade, travel, and regional power.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
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Save before long voyages or major negotiations.
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Check cargo prices and supply levels before leaving port.
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Different protagonists provide substantially different objectives and difficulty curves.
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