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- MINT ROCKET
- MINT ROCKET
- MINT ROCKET
- MINT ROCKET
DAVE THE DIVER
Released On: Jun 28, 2023
8.2
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim
Based on 43 Critic Reviews
90
100% Positive
43 Reviews
43 Reviews
0% Mixed
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Metascore
Universal Acclaim
Based on 43 Critic Reviews
90
100% Positive
43 Reviews
43 Reviews
0% Mixed
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
This is demanding work, but the game’s distinct but complementary loops of playful labour are highly compelling. The satisfaction of completing a challenging dive without needing to be rescued, then watching the rave reviews on “Cooksta” pour in, is profound. Stylish, witty and exquisitely designed, Dave the Diver uses several hooks to achieve its goal, while establishing the relationship between the food we eat and the world from which its harvested with useful urgency.
Dave The Diver is a true indie gem. The story acts as the glue that holds things together while most of the weight of the game is on the shoulders of gameplay mechanics that are gradually added, new areas that are unlocked in each chapter of the story, and new weapons and equipment that can be found in boxes scattered in the Blue Hole. This game is a simple delight like a cup of coffee in the morning or an ice cream in the summer heat; its true value is felt only when you taste it yourself.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 885 User Ratings
8.2
79% Positive
700 Ratings
700 Ratings
15% Mixed
137 Ratings
137 Ratings
5% Negative
48 Ratings
48 Ratings
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 885 User Ratings
8.2
79% Positive
700 Ratings
700 Ratings
15% Mixed
137 Ratings
137 Ratings
5% Negative
48 Ratings
48 Ratings
Diver Dave - a poetic adventure into the deep sea, a romantic love letter to the ocean!
[Immersive ocean Aesthetics] Be amazed from the first second! Hand-painted coral reefs are like flowing oil paintings, fluorescent jellyfish stretch their tentacles in their ears, and the rusty mottled remains of shipwrecks hide century-old codes. Every frame is beautiful, as if you can hear the heartbeat of the tide when you wear headphones.
【 Play Symphony 】 You think it's just a diving simulation? A big mistake! By day, I'm an eco-photographer tracking a family of killer whales, by night, I'm a sushi chef running a popular restaurant, and by the time an earthquake strikes, I have to rescue stranded tourists. Free exploration and the main line of the mission fit together, the theme of Marine protection throughout, even picking up garbage can trigger the hidden plot!
The yellowing dive log in the backpack, the seasonal fish catch on the countertop, and even the moss that moves with the current in an underwater cave - the team sews a love of the ocean into every pixel. When the humpback whale sings from the abyss, suddenly understand the "ninth art."
It's not just a game, it's a ritual to awaken memories of the deep sea. If you've ever dreamed of growing gills and scales, let Dave plunge you into this surreal and realistic undersea utopia!
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What an absolute gem!. Interesting diving game with lots of things to do and discover. I didn't know that running a sushi restaurant could be this much fun although it is nothing compared to that diving itself. Addcitive game loop. Interesting graphics with cool art style. Crazy good soundtrack.
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2023 didn't really need a game that good. It was already a banger of a year for video games. But here we are, with Dave the Diver being one of the most fun, fulfilling, wholesome, and sometime downright beautiful games that came out this year.
There’s basically nothing to find fault with in Dave the Diver. Did I have trouble mastering a few of the cooking minigames, and an easy mode for the rhythm games would have been appreciated – but that’s a drop in the ocean compared to what it does right. Filling out the fish index, sneaking through a secret base, gambling in a merfolk casino – everywhere I turned there was something new to try, and all of it was built with care and wit. There’s a shocking amount to do here, all of it is worth sinking time into.
Dave The Diver will end up being one of those fundamental titles that people talk about in the same breath as Stardew Valley, where it achieves on nearly every front.
Games are often referred to as mixing the right ingredients and mixing the best recipe. But in the case of Dave the diver, the ingredients and recipes on the plate are the most important thing, not metaphorically, but completely practically. And the resulting food tastes so good that you will lick your fingers.
Every moment in Dave the Diver feels unique the first time through. The constant changing of side-missions, the cutscenes when upgrading weapons or fish dishes, and the eccentric cast of characters, all blend together so well into a game that, when viewed just from the surface, might seem shallow. But players willing to dive into the meat of the game will find even more enjoyment than they bargained for, especially with its official 1.0 release. It’s a single-player adventure with heart, good music (‘Hot Pepper Tuna’ will likely end up on a lot of people's personal playlists), and a cast of characters that feel right at home around The Blue Hole. Its eccentricities make it memorable, and Dave might be the kindest and most fun adventuring protagonist players encounter in the world of video games this year.
Cute, cozy, charming. A delightfully light deep diving / sushi management game with an excellent story and endearing characters from Dave on down!
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Game strengths: Captivating story, charismatic characters, beautiful graphics, varied mechanics, large amount of content.
Game weaknesses: Extremely easy difficulty, simple mechanics, intrusive narrative.
Summary: It delivers what it promises, a fun and completely non-standard indie game, but it relies heavily on the graphic beauty and diversity of the content. while lacking in mechanics and offering no challenge to the player.
Rating: 7
Congratulations to Mint rocket.
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Very nice and relaxing game that fits on Steam Deck, I played at a friend's and I liked it very much. Unfortunately, I regret it and I will not buy it myself, because there is no Polish language version and even though I know English, playing such games is very tiring in the long run.
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Геймплейно нищая игра с кучей дыр, распишу некоторые. Ужасный баланс оружия, большинство из которого неиграбельный мусор. Непроработанный интерфейс, нельзя нормально отслеживать задания и какую ты рыбу открыл, какого качества, а каких и вовсе ни разу. В релизной версии с длс встречаются баги, некоторые вообще не дают завершить миссию. Тривиальный крафтинг с максимально обрезанной прокачкой, главный герой на старте и в конце игры передвигается с ужасающе медленной скоростью(даже с амулетами). Понравился визуальный ряд, сам стиль, анимации, внимание к мелочам, то есть к художникам претензий нет, как и к тем кто делал саунд, он тут тоже довольно приятный и чилловый. Касательно сюжета, он тут уровня: - "и так сойдет", но главное что не раздражает, уже неплохо
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Summary Welcome to 'DAVE THE DIVER', a marine adventure set in the mysterious Blue Hole. Explore the sea with Dave by day, and run a sushi restaurant at night. Uncover the secrets of the Blue Hole, and unwrap this deep sea mystery involving 3 friends, each with distinct personalities. New adventures await.
Platforms:
- PC
- Nintendo Switch
- PlayStation 5
- PlayStation 4
Initial Release Date: Jun 28, 2023
Developer:
- MINT ROCKET
Publisher: MINT ROCKET
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