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Beneath The Deep

65%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
stability
91% User Score Based on 22 reviews

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Beneath The Deep is a single-player sci-fi horror game created by a small team of indie developers. After waking up from a coma, you find yourself displaced in a rundown government facility. This facility was built in the abyss of the ocean to secure itself from the outside world. The game puzzles you with missions of problem-solving and exploration with the added danger of merciless and brutal cr…

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91%
Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features a great atmosphere with eerie music and tension-building gameplay, making it a thrilling experience.
  • The crafting system is easy to use and adds a fun mechanic to the gameplay, especially with items like the noise maker for distractions.
  • The developers are active in improving the game, quickly addressing bugs and feedback, which enhances the overall experience.
  • The enemy AI is overly aggressive and can hear players from great distances, making stealth gameplay frustrating.
  • The game is plagued by bugs, including glitched objects and inconsistent AI behavior, which can disrupt immersion.
  • The storyline lacks depth and originality, relying on common tropes without fully utilizing the underwater setting.
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its variety, with each level offering a distinct experience and a range of challenges, including multiple creatures and mechanics. While the crafting system is enjoyable, some players feel that the utility of items could be expanded beyond the primary noise maker. Overall, the game provides a fun and engaging experience, particularly for fans of sci-fi and survival horror genres, despite a relatively short effective gameplay time.

    • “The game tries to change the feeling of gameplay at each new level, and I respect that.”
    • “I enormously appreciated the inclusion of both multiple creatures and multiple different challenges characterized by different mechanics and obstacles.”
    • “Very good game, certainly recommended if you like sci-fi classics and survival horror gameplay.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story revolves around a familiar trope of a "hidden research lab goes wrong," which some players find lacking in originality. While the use of emails and voice notes effectively conveys the narrative, certain levels, like the underwater segment, feel disconnected from the main plot and could be omitted. Overall, the storyline is appreciated, but there is a sense that the developers could have better emphasized the underwater setting.

    • “The storyline is good and I like the use of emails and voice notes to tell the story.”
    • “The plot of this game is really good but I don't think the devs did everything they could to underline the fact that the story unfolds underwater.”
    • “There isn't much of a story except the same old - 'hidden research lab goes wrong!'.”
    • “Some of the levels seem a bit out of place; for example, the underwater fever dream doesn't really fit with the story and can be done without.”
  • atmosphere
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its eerie and thrilling qualities, enhanced by well-crafted music that builds tension and keeps players on edge. Reviewers note that it successfully captures the essence of classic survival horror, offering a more immersive experience than many modern titles. Overall, the game's atmospheric design is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to its enjoyment.

    • “This 'classic' survival horror is very difficult, but rewards your efforts with a beautiful and thrilling atmosphere, which is, to be honest, much better than what several modern 'triple A' games have to offer.”
    • “Very well done atmospherics are on point. If you like to be kept on the edge of your seat not knowing what is going to happen next, this game is for you... just make sure you have a strong heart.”
    • “I really enjoy the atmosphere; the tension builds up beautifully.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally praised as good, with users noting that they contribute positively to the overall visual experience. Additionally, the sound effects complement the graphics well, enhancing the game's appeal.

    • “The graphics are good, and the sound effects are on point.”
    • “This game has nice graphics that enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The visuals are impressive and contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs that affect AI responsiveness and problematic door mechanics, leading to a frustrating user experience.

    • “The game itself is quite buggy, with the AI not responding now and then. The doors are also a big problem and messy to use.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the eerie atmosphere, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.

    • “The music was very well done as it added a lot to the atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere was great and had an eerie feeling, enhanced by the music.”
    • “The gameplay was enjoyable and easy to understand, complemented by the excellent music.”

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