is a paid software and is not available for free download ; the standard license costs approximately $37.99 on Steam . While the Steam application itself is free to install, a valid license key is required to activate and download the actual simulator. Overview of eSail Sailing Simulator (v1.5.31)

Fixed issues where the anchor would slide along the seabed or vanish during "Live Sailing" saves.

Version 1.5.31, released in September 2019, was a specific technical update focused on improving and physics stability.

: eSail is designed as a highly realistic training tool rather than a casual game. It includes a comprehensive sailing course covering basic maneuvers like raising sails, tacking, and gybing, as well as advanced skills like mooring and anchoring. Version 1.5.31 Enhancements :

Updated the anchoring tutorial with warnings about speed and steering to avoid breaking the virtual windlass.

Introduced locking mechanisms for top chain links to prevent the anchor from flying off if the compartment was left open while motoring.

The software is a one-time purchase, not a subscription, meaning users own the license forever once bought. eSail Sailing Simulator

: Users explore the fictional Shearwater Islands , which feature diverse POIs (Points of Interest) such as shipwrecks, volcanic islands like Navarone, and even a "Little Venice" with navigable canals. Licensing and Availability