_dive

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_dive is a single player action game. It was developed by lower third and was released on July 5, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A story about escapism.

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71%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

graphics2 negative mentions

The game offers an interesting and unique concept that challenges players' perceptions of escapism and psychological horror.
Some players found the game to be a decent short experience that effectively creates a sense of unease and tension.
The minimalist design and psychological elements can resonate well with players who enjoy thought-provoking narratives.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including crashes and frustrating controls that hinder the overall experience.
Many players found the gameplay to be repetitive and boring, with a slow start that may deter those looking for a quick and engaging experience.
The overwhelming visual effects and motion blur can cause discomfort, making it difficult for some players to enjoy the game.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics are characterized by a stark, hospital-like whiteness in the early stages, creating a visually intense atmosphere, while dark rooms with red ambient light lead to graphic glitches and crashes. Overall, the visuals are described as simplistic, complementing the straightforward control scheme.
- “The graphics are an intense, almost hospital-like whiteness in the early stages of the game, with a shining white path to follow towards screens that feature a two-button console for making choices.”
- “Game crashes in the graphic-glitched section (in dark rooms with red ambient light).”
- “The controls and visuals are simplistic, either arrow keys or WASD to move alongside left mouse or spacebar/return key for interactions, while the graphics are an intense, almost hospital-like whiteness in the early stages of the game with a shining white path to follow towards screens that feature a two-button console to make choices from.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its short duration and some bugs, particularly with button responsiveness, which can detract from the overall experience. However, it manages to engage players effectively despite these stability issues.
- “The game is short and buggy to some extent, with the buttons being a pain to press.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “The stability issues really detracted from the overall experience, making it frustrating to play.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews highlight that while music serves as a significant element of escapism in gaming, its role has evolved alongside other media forms like television and virtual reality. The respect for music's foundational impact on immersive experiences is acknowledged, though some note that its effectiveness can be diminished by the overwhelming presence of modern technology.
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is characterized as a compelling psychological horror experience, lasting approximately 25 minutes of intense and immersive action.
- “Just a great psychological horror with 25 minutes of pure gameplay.”