Summary
- Stranded depth Is scary at first, but living on islands in an expansive sea can be relaxing and fun.
- Subnautica Has the player crashing and survives on an entire planet consisting of an ocean.
- Infinite sea And its sequel are soothing diving simulators that allow players to interact and learn about sea life.
When it comes to the sea in video games, it is often portrayed as a scary water area filled with deadly fish and other creatures that want to attack the player to get into their domain. But other games benefit from their oceanic environment to provide a nicer and cozy experience that shows the beauty, reefs and sea beds.
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Best Open-World Underwater Exploration Games
The deep, blue unknown is the perfect environment for an exploration game.
Instead of stressing out the player, the sea can be a place for calm for people to sunbathe in the view both above and below the surface or dive into an adventure. They range from exploration games to 3D platform players, each one delivers unique ways to swim and explore hidden areas in the sea, with some that are more cozy and calm than others to enjoy by almost all ages and demographics.
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Stranded depth
The randomly generated islands are strangely relaxing
Sharks in the water and the original concept Stranded depth Is scary, because the player must clear and survive on islands in an endless sea. But after the start and getting the essential tools and shelters, it is not always scary. The distant islands are peaceful, with nice music that can make Throw away-esque sets fun to experience.
Even diving in the sea to either chase fish or gathering scrap from shipwreck gives a sense of wonder and adventure to Stranded depth. There are many islands to find in the randomly generated world, and it will be a fun challenge to either turn one into a home or clear it to create new ways to cross the open seas.
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Subnautica
Surviving a foreign planet is as beautiful as it is scary
Similar Stranded depthThere is much to be afraid of SubnauticaFrom irradiated parts of the sea to massive Leviathan Sea monster straight out of a Thalassophob nightmare. At the same time the foreign planet that Subnautica Takes place on is filled to the edge with unique underwater bioms that are colorful and lively, filled with bioluminescence everywhere.
Another similarity Subnautica must Stranded depth If the craft function is, and when the player learns to make bases and underwater vehicles, it may be relaxing to cross the massive underwater map. That is what has helped to turn Subnautica to a famous indie title that created a spin-off and a sequel.
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Chorale
The player controls the sea streams themselves
- Date of Release: May 16, 2019
- Developer: Carlos Coronado
- Publisher: Carlos Coronado, Rainy Frog
- System: Nintendo Switch, Microsoft Windows
Instead of something or someone exploring the sea, the player controls the seas stream in itself Choralebring life to darker areas with reefs and other parts of the sea. With only analog sticks or WASD keys like the only checks, Chorale Is a short but beautiful puzzle game that forces the player to find the right paths to wake up areas, remove pollution and open more roads.
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There are no enemies to fight or any kind of battle in Chorale; It is only meant to be a visual and sound -based journey that is more therapeutic in its design while testing problem solving. This simplicity is perfect for those who want to unwind after a long and strenuous day, even people with speechophobia.
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The legendary starfy
The sweet starfish that should have been a franchise
The legendary starfy Was an attempt to create a new mascot character, although it was the fifth game in the series in Japan. The mixed side -roll action with cute sea animals to create a funny title for Nintendo DS that someone of all ages can enjoy. The protagonist is a happy starfish named Starfy, who helps a rabbit return to his ship.
Tose is known for unclear but quality -made titles, for example Frankenstein: The monster returnsthat was one Gastlevan clone and The legendary starfy is often compared to classics Kirby game. Given its oceanic environment, Starfy plays as if a water level in a platform player was all levels, but without any of the typical frustration, which, in combination with the adorable art style, turns it into a cult pearl.
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Another crab's treasure
If dark souls took place under the sea
Most soul -like games that The fire ring or Blood cage Has similar worlds and styles, with terrible monsters and gloomy settings that make them feel more like horror -rpg sometimes. Another crab's treasure Takes the game and the idea of a soul -like title and gives it a cartoon twist with lots of humor for younger players to enjoy.
Another crab's treasure have a hermit crab trying to get back the shell, sending him over the sea fighting against all kinds of enemies in a Dark souls-esque fashion. The characters and the world are full of personality and charm and almost feel like an animated movie sometimes. Besides, it is not almost as incredible as other soul -like titles, so it can act as a Gateway game for that genre.
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Spongebob Squarepants: The battle for bikini bottom rehydrated
Cartoon platforming remastered with nautical nonsense
It is not often that a game based on a cartoon show is a good adaptation of video games, but not only turned out to be a diamond in the rough, but it made such a fan base serve a remaster. Spongebob Squarepants: Battle for Bikini Bottom – Rehydrated Takes back the 2003 classic with improved images, sounds and even some polished games for modern systems.
As Spongebob, Patrick and Sandy, players can play through different parts of Bikini Bottom on a classic 3D platform mode, gather collector objects and get into cartoon Antics. It feels like a giant episode of the early Mushroombo Squarepants Seasons, which is the biggest compliment it can get, which is what results in a whole new wave of Spongebob games.
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Infinite sea
A quiet diving simulator for Wii
Infinite sea Was a surprise hit at Nintendo Wii, famous by its simple but effective concept of playing a diver in a fictional part of the sea, meeting and cataloging all kinds of flora and fauna as possible. There is a story, but it is more an excuse to explore new areas and meet a new sea life, small and large.
Fans also praise Infinite sea For his soundtrack, which contributes to the serenity of the game because none of the animals are hostile, not even the sharks that would normally be a source of fear. It is also a game that uses and optimizes the motion checks correctly, which allows players to control the diver and pet animals.
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Abzû
Designed to look and feel like a diver's dream
Short but sweet, Abzû Focuses on a diver led by a large white shark into an ancient civilization ruins and reveals a deep connection to the sea. The lack of dialogue and 3D swimming allows Abzû To deepen the player with his neon images that give the underwater environments an unforgettable atmosphere that can make everyone comfortable.
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It helps all the animals in Abzû Are also allies rather than any form of enemy, where the player can swim with dolphins, sharks and more. In addition, there are also puzzles to add more challenge while the player is sunbathing in the beauty of the underwater levels and soft music, similar Chorale.
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The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker
Travel over High Seas of Hyrule
Hyrule has taken many forms over the crowd The legend of Zelda Games and one of the most unique incarnations is the great sea in The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker. As a link, the player can sail over the open seas, explore different islands and save the kingdom from Ganondorf and his evil forces.
The original Gamecube game is still considered to be a beloved classic over twenty years later, because of its swinging adventure, swelling music and pirate-themed world. The Cel-shaded art style creates a more family-friendly atmosphere, even at night when monsters and undead come out to deceive. It is also one of the more beginner -friendly games in the series.
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Endless Ocean: Blue World
The sequel makes the sea deeper than before
With a concept such as Infinite seathe possibilities are great for a sequel, and Endless Ocean: Blue World fully utilized, with twelve larger open world maps and improved graphic allegiance. There are also many more species of marine life to interact with and even tame as friends, treasures to clear and costumes to unlock for the diver's character.
Even the story of Endless Ocean: Blue World Is deeper, when the protagonist goes on a global care adventure to find a legend known as Song of Dragons and how it affects sea life. While creatures such as sharks, eel and caimans are aggressive in the sequel, and air consumption is a factor, the experience remains the same soothing underwater's endeavor as the first game, but is expanded in almost every way.
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