Flint: Treasure of Oblivion is a tactical, pirate-themed RPG that puts players in the role of Captain James Flint, a pirate searching for a mysterious treasure. It is a quest that players cannot venture on alone, and players will need the help of first mate Billy Bones and a buccaneer pirate crew to succeed. While selecting and developing a team is typical in most tactical RPGs, it is essential in Flint: Treasure of Oblivion. While influenced by strategy games like XCOM and Final Fantasy Tactics on a systemic level, Flint: Treasure of Oblivion also seeks to present a realistic take on the traditional pirate fantasy and place its mark on the pirate universe.