Death in the Water
- September 11, 2019
- Lighthouse Games Studio
- 3h median play time
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Get on Xbox Games Store"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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Reviews
- The game offers an immersive and terrifying experience, effectively capturing the fear of being surrounded by Great White sharks.
- Graphics and sound design are surprisingly good, enhancing the overall atmosphere and tension of the gameplay.
- It's a simple yet fun game that provides a quick thrill and is worth the low price, especially for those looking for a casual gaming experience.
- The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with only one weapon and one type of enemy, leading to a short overall experience.
- There are issues with controls and mechanics, such as the harpoon not sticking to sharks and the character's slow movement, which can detract from the excitement.
- The game feels more like a tech demo than a full-fledged game, with limited content and no additional modes or variety in gameplay.
- graphics12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their impressive quality, with many users noting the realistic depiction of sharks and solid water and lighting effects. Despite the game's minimalistic design, the visuals are described as beautiful and detailed, contributing to an overall enjoyable aesthetic. While some mention minor roughness and a desire for more content, the graphics remain a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
“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.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple controls and mechanics that effectively complement the submerged environment, though it lacks depth and complexity, primarily focusing on shooting sharks and survival. While some players appreciate the straightforward nature and find it enjoyable for short sessions, others note that it can become repetitive and boring quickly, with limited content and challenges. Overall, it serves as a casual experience, but expectations should be tempered regarding its intricacy and longevity.
“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.”
“Don't expect a lot of combat mechanics or weapons.”
“No other mechanics or challenges to look forward to.”
“The game is not so bad, but the gameplay is a bit boring; we have to kill sharks and survive for the longest time. The game is not that expensive, but it gets boring after a few minutes.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game lacks a defined story or end goal, with players noting that it consists of a flat, open underwater area without narrative depth. Some users suggest that incorporating a simple storyline, such as diving for hidden treasures, could enhance the experience, expressing hope that a sequel might offer more engaging gameplay and narrative elements.
“A story can be likened to diving for lost and hidden treasures scattered all over different parts of the ocean.”
“I can't wait for the second one! Maybe that will have a bit more story integrated into the gameplay.”
“If this game had a more straightforward story, I believe it would be even better.”
“There is no story that I could find, and it doesn't look like you can swim somewhere new by swimming in one direction the entire time; it's all just one flat open area underwater.”
“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.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its impressive underwater visuals, including water effects and models that create an immersive experience. However, some players find the atmosphere lacking in variety, describing it as repetitive and limited to just water and rocks, which detracts from overall enjoyment.
“The water effects, the models, the look of darkness... all create a good atmosphere.”
“I enjoy this game; it's got a great atmosphere.”
“Perhaps the emphasis was on demonstrating the underwater atmosphere to people before they move on to purchasing the multiplayer version.”
“But that's really all the game has... atmosphere.”
“But the atmosphere felt boring, which was only water and a few rocks.”
“Perhaps the emphasis was on demonstrating the underwater atmosphere to people before they move on to purchasing the multiplayer version of it.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
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 experience for those seeking meaningful achievements rather than the typical grind found in many games.
“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 version for those who want to earn achievement points without grinding through cheap 1,000-point achievement games.”
“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 paths made it feel repetitive.”
“While the game offers multiple endings, the journey to each feels too similar, diminishing the replayability factor.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the game's music as intense and fitting, enhancing the overall atmosphere, particularly in the start menu. The combination of striking graphics and compelling sound design contributes to an immersive experience.
“The graphics are great, as well as the music.”
“The game should have a start menu showing bloody waters and some intense music.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is derived from a mix of fear and laughter, as players experience a blend of terror and amusement, particularly in scenarios involving phobias like thalassophobia and galeophobia, leading to both screams and laughter among players, especially children.
“Thalassophobia and galeophobia combined result in lots of screams, soiled pants, and laughing kids.”
“The humor in this game is so clever that it had me laughing out loud at every twist and turn.”
“I love how the game uses puns and witty dialogue to keep the mood light and entertaining.”
