Death in the Water

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"Death in the Water" is an open water diving survival game where you face off against menacing Great White sharks. The game is designed to be challenging, with most players struggling to survive past three encounters with the sharks. Your goal is to see how long you can last against these powerful predators in the vast underwater world.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

72%

Audience ScoreBased on 128 reviews

graphics15 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a fun and simple premise, making it easy to pick up and play.
Graphics and sound design are surprisingly good for a low-cost game, creating an immersive atmosphere.
It serves as a decent time-waster, especially for those looking for a quick thrill or to practice their aim.

Gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with only one type of shark and weapon available.
Harpoons often do not stick to sharks, leading to frustrating combat mechanics.
The game feels more like a tech demo than a full-fledged experience, with limited content and no real progression.

graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
79%
5%
16%
Overall, the graphics in the game are generally praised for their quality, with many users noting impressive realism, particularly in the depiction of sharks and water effects. While some reviews mention that the visuals are surprisingly good for a minimal game, others highlight a beautiful aesthetic and attention to detail, despite some rough edges. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The graphics are surprisingly good, the sharks are impressive and look almost realistic at times, and the water and lighting effects are solid.”
- “The game offers some nice graphics and a beautiful aesthetic which is pleasant all the same and has some amazing attention to detail even though it is a little rough around the edges.”
- “The graphics are stunning.”
- “The visuals and atmosphere are decent, but that's where the positives end.”
- “Graphics are pretty solid for a $3 game.”
- “Serviceable graphics.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The gameplay is generally viewed as repetitive and lacking depth, primarily focusing on survival and high scores with minimal combat mechanics. While the controls and mechanics are well-suited to the submerged environment, players should not expect complex challenges or intricate gameplay. Overall, it may appeal to those looking for a simple experience, but many reviewers suggest that the sequel could offer more depth and variety.
- “The controls and mechanics pair well with the submerged gameplay.”
- “I really liked seeing how the engine and mechanics were carried over to the second game!”
- “It only has 20 minutes of gameplay, but it's pretty good actually.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth.”
- “Don't expect a lot of combat mechanics or weapons.”
- “No other mechanics or challenges to look forward to.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its immersive underwater experience, featuring impressive visuals and effective water effects that evoke a sense of danger. However, some players feel that while the atmosphere is strong, it lacks variety and can become monotonous, primarily relying on water and rocks. Overall, the atmosphere is a highlight, but it may not be enough to sustain long-term engagement.
- “The game is cool, the atmosphere is awesome, and it makes you feel like you're underwater, surrounded by danger.”
- “The water effects, the models, the look of darkness... all create a good atmosphere.”
- “I enjoy this game; it's got a great atmosphere.”
- “The visuals and atmosphere are decent, but that's where the positives end.”
- “But that's really all the game has... atmosphere.”
- “But the atmosphere felt boring, which was only water and a few rocks.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The game's story is largely criticized for being nonexistent, resulting in a lack of motivation for players to progress. Reviewers suggest that a simple narrative, such as diving for hidden treasures, could enhance the experience significantly. There is hope that a sequel might introduce a more engaging storyline.
- “A story can be given to it like diving for lost and hidden treasures scattered all over different parts of the ocean.”
- “Can't wait for the second one! Maybe that will have a bit more story and gameplay.”
- “The story is nonexistent, leaving you with little motivation to push forward.”
- “There is no story or end goal.”
- “If this game was given a simple story like I mentioned earlier, I think it would be better.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
20%
40%
The music in the game is generally well-received for its fitting intensity that enhances the overall experience, though some players find it can become repetitive over time. Additionally, a more engaging start menu with thematic music is suggested to improve the initial impression.
- “The music has a fitting intensity to it that captures the entire experience in a great way.”
- “The graphics are great, as well as the music.”
- “The music is okay, but it can get repetitive, just like the gameplay.”
- “[0.2] sound & music”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's tracking of best runs, which enhances replayability, though the absence of a leaderboard for score comparison is noted as a drawback. Additionally, the game offers a more engaging alternative for those seeking meaningful achievements without resorting to grind-heavy titles.
- “The game also keeps track of your best runs, which adds replay value. It would be nice if there was a leaderboard to compare your scores with others.”
- “This game offers a more playable and entertaining experience for those looking to earn achievement points without grinding through cheap 1,000-point achievements.”
- “The game keeps track of your best runs, which adds some replay value, but it would be nice if there was a leaderboard to compare your scores with others.”
- “After completing the game, I found little incentive to replay it. The lack of new content or different modes made it feel repetitive.”
- “While the game has a few different endings, they don't significantly change the experience, making replaying it feel more like a chore than a choice.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is derived from its combination of fear-inducing elements, such as thalassophobia (fear of the ocean) and galeophobia (fear of sharks), resulting in a mix of screams and laughter, particularly among younger players.
- “Thalassophobia and galeophobia lead to lots of screams, soiled pants, and laughing kids.”

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3h Median play time

3h Average play time

3-3h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 1 analyzed playthroughs

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