: For years, players sought a 120 FOV for competitive advantages in PvP. Rare has explicitly stated that FOVs above 90 (prior to the 110 update) were not intended, as they can cause visual distortion and give unfair advantages, such as seeing both ladders while steering a Sloop. Risks of Using "FOV.zip" Files
: Some players use "ultrawide" resolutions (even on standard monitors) by changing display settings in the Nvidia Control Panel or using Windowed Mode , which naturally expands the horizontal view without modifying game files.
: Go to Settings > Gameplay and move the Field of View slider to 110 . FOV SOT MICROSOFT.zip
If you come across a .zip file claiming to "unlock" FOV for the Microsoft version, be extremely cautious:
: Downloadable .zip files from unofficial forums or YouTube links often contain "lag switches" or malware rather than legitimate game fixes. : For years, players sought a 120 FOV
: Rare considers manual FOV modifications beyond the official slider to be a breach of their Terms of Service. Using third-party tools or modified files to achieve 120 FOV can lead to permanent account bans.
For a walkthrough on adjusting your FOV safely and understanding the benefits of the newer official settings, watch this guide: How To Get More FOV in Sea Of Thieves (WORKING) SnowyFPS - Sea Of Thieves YouTube• Jul 14, 2025 More FOV (Field of View) - Sea of Thieves : Go to Settings > Gameplay and move
Historically, players on the Steam version could more easily tweak configuration files to reach a 120 FOV, while those on the Microsoft version were strictly locked to 90. However, the game's landscape regarding FOV has changed significantly as of late 2025. Current FOV Status in Sea of Thieves