Crash Dive 2

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Crash Dive 2 is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Panic Ensues Software and was released on March 31, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Crash Dive 2" is a submarine simulation game where you command a submarine during World War II. Complete missions, manage resources, and engage in strategic combat to turn the tide of the war. With a variety of submarines and upgrade options, players can customize their approach to each mission in this immersive and challenging simulation.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 355 reviews

graphics15 positive mentions

monetization5 negative mentions

The game offers a deep and engaging submarine simulation experience with realistic controls and multiple game modes.
Players appreciate the lack of microtransactions and ads, making for a more enjoyable gaming experience.
The developers are responsive to feedback and continuously improve the game with updates and new content.

There are several bugs and gameplay mechanics that need improvement, such as issues with ship navigation and AI behavior.
Some players find the game can become monotonous due to long travel times and lack of action during missions.
The user interface and certain controls, like the AA gun, have been criticized for being unintuitive or frustrating.

graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
28%
12%
Overall, the graphics in the game are generally well-received, with many players praising their realism and quality, particularly for a mobile submarine simulator. While some users express a desire for further enhancements, especially regarding enemy ship details and environmental destruction, the visuals contribute positively to the immersive gameplay experience. Many reviews highlight the graphics as a strong point, complementing the engaging atmosphere and user-friendly controls.
- “The graphics are superb and it's very user friendly.”
- “Love this game and the graphics are really realistic and the gameplay is better than most submarine simulators I have played in the past.”
- “Totally engrossing atmosphere & graphical magic!”
- “The only possible upgrade would be even better graphics on enemy ships and the destruction of blown up targets.”
- “Hopefully the 3rd will include graphics upgrades and a way to see the sub in 3rd person.”
- “Oh what a let down it was, graphics are so much better but the game itself, spend most of the time with the time speed up thing maxed out on 32x trying to catch up with ships that just want to bugger off the other way, just a let down.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
47%
20%
Gameplay is generally praised for being fun, intuitive, and engaging, with a good balance of challenge and depth in submarine management mechanics. Players appreciate the variety of features and the opportunity to learn, although some express frustration with bugs and pacing issues, particularly regarding long travel times and occasional gameplay interruptions. Overall, the game offers a satisfying experience that surpasses its predecessor, despite some areas needing improvement.
- “Gameplay is fun and as fast or as slow as you like!”
- “At first I thought this wouldn't be as good as the first game, but the amount of new features and gameplay elements easily trumps the first.”
- “The graphics and sound are both great and the gameplay is fun while giving you a challenge.”
- “The game is decent but it still needs a lot of work to correct bugs and poor gameplay mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is 'rigged' because as soon as you get into a good position to fire, something will always get in your way or an enemy will 'randomly' appear and spoil your chance to attack. It's obvious how the game was programmed that way, and that gets old really fast.”
- “Absolutely love the mechanics and combat... but therein lies the issue... just not enough action, far too much time spent traveling around doing nothing for hours.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
43%
21%
The story aspect of the game is praised for its attention to detail, engaging campaign mode, and the ability to personalize crew members, which enhances immersion. While the variety of missions and crew management system are well-received, some players note that side missions can feel redundant and the overall campaign may be too short. Additionally, players express a desire for more mission options and improvements in time compression and resupply mechanics.
- “Stand-alone missions make for superb practice, and campaign mode with the optional ability to name crew members and train on tasks makes the story great.”
- “Campaign, maps, side missions, spies, downed pilots, etc. The dev is really responsive to feedback and suggestions.”
- “I've been playing for several hours on one mission and the game has my complete attention.”
- “For example, ships disappear in certain missions when they shouldn't.”
- “Much better than the first, but the missions and campaign are too short without being able to resupply.”
- “Often glitches significantly handicap you during missions.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
71%
The monetization model of the game is highly praised, with users appreciating the absence of microtransactions and ads, allowing for an uninterrupted gaming experience. Players commend the one-time purchase price, which eliminates the need for in-game purchases and contributes to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “No in-game purchases needed.”
- “I love that there are no in-app purchases.”
- “I'm impressed and love they chose to charge a one-time price instead of infesting this game with ads and microtransactions.”
- “It is a really fun game and after the initial charge, I haven't been hit up with ads or asked to contribute more money.”
- “Love no in-app purchases.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is frequently criticized due to significant glitches and malfunctions that hinder gameplay, including freezes during loading and mission execution. While some users find the game enjoyable despite these issues, the overall experience is marred by frustrating technical problems that detract from its potential.
- “Often glitches significantly handicap you during missions.”
- “Glitches, malfunctions, and excessive enemy deployment all make for a frustrating, rather than challenging experience.”
- “Freezes during the opening screen.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its clean interface, smooth performance, and captivating graphical effects that effectively capture the essence of a submarine environment, creating an engrossing experience for players.
- “The interface, presentation, and performance are clean, atmospheric, and smooth based on my experience.”
- “Totally engrossing atmosphere and graphical magic!”
- “The developer has done a great job capturing the submarine atmosphere with so many effects nicely in a compact, reliable game.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game, noting that the controls and layout enhance the experience, while the variety of missions and crew management keep gameplay engaging and enjoyable without feeling tedious. Overall, the game offers hours of fulfilling content that avoids the pitfalls of monotonous grinding.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers suggest that adding a monetary system for enemy vessels and a return to base screen for resupply and upgrades in war patrol mode would enhance replayability by providing players with additional goals and incentives to continue playing after completing the campaign.
- “Adding a monetary value to enemy vessels and a return to base screen for resupply and upgrades in war patrol mode would significantly enhance replayability and provide new goals to strive for after completing the campaign.”
- “The game offers endless replayability with its dynamic missions and varied strategies, ensuring that no two playthroughs feel the same.”
- “With multiple paths and choices available, each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making it hard to put the game down.”
- “If so, please assign monetary value to enemy vessels, and add a return to base screen to spend money on resupply and upgrades in war patrol mode, as it would add replay value and goals to strive for when the campaign is finished.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization is praised for its clean interface, atmospheric presentation, and smooth performance, contributing to an overall positive user experience.
- “The interface, presentation, and performance are clean, atmospheric, and smooth based on my experience.”
- “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs; the developers clearly put a lot of effort into optimizing every aspect.”