Don't Drown

About

Dive into the world of Don’t Drown, an underwater precision platformer. Navigate treacherous landscapes and avoid menacing creatures while balancing your oxygen and health. Line your pockets with treasure at the cost of mobility. Race against time, yourself, and others on the global leaderboards.Underwater Platforming Traverse through underwater landscapes as a deep sea diver in search of treasure…

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

music8 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features great level design and a variety of obstacles, making it engaging and fun to replay.
The competitive leaderboards and speedrunning elements add a layer of excitement and replayability.
The music is fantastic and enhances the overall experience, creating a relaxing yet challenging atmosphere.

Some levels, particularly those with eels, can be tedious and frustrating.
While the game is generally well-polished, there are minor bugs that could use attention.
The difficulty can spike unexpectedly, which may discourage some players who are not used to precision platformers.

music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its superb quality and ability to enhance the overall experience. It is described as both epic and relaxing, effectively complementing the gameplay and helping to alleviate frustration during challenging moments. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the standout features of the game.
- “Let its excellent soundtrack wash over you as you batten down the hatches in preparation for the trials ahead.”
- “The music is fantastic, one of my favorite things!!”
- “The music is wonderfully relaxing - calming the rage part of the game when you notice you are not good enough to evade a standing obstacle.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, highlighting the comedic elements in levels like the pirate stage, where crabs stealing treasure adds a lighthearted touch. The combination of tight controls and challenging gameplay enhances the overall fun, making the humorous moments even more memorable.
- “My favorite level is the pirate one; crabs stealing your chest is hilarious!”
- “Using controller movement feels tight but still quite challenging (fn eels - you'll see!), and the crabs are hilarious.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the initial grinding through the eel levels to be tedious, but once they progress past this stage, the game opens up and becomes more enjoyable, accompanied by an epic soundtrack.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the grinding to be a major chore, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “The constant need to grind for resources feels like a drag, turning what could be an exciting adventure into a tedious task.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their high quality, with users noting that the visuals are impressive and well-executed, contributing to a smooth overall experience.
- “The sounds, visuals, and smooth controls are all on point.”