Infinite Scuba

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Infinite Scuba is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Cascade Game Foundry SPC and was released on January 12, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

Explore the ocean like a real scuba diver.

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60%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics1 negative mentions

The game offers a realistic scuba diving simulation, capturing important effects of depth and marine life.
Players can explore two distinct dive locations, Chuuk Lagoon and Belize, with engaging activities and achievements.
The controls are compatible with various simulation setups, allowing for a smooth experience without technical issues.

The game is criticized for its lack of content, with only two dive locations and one locked behind a paywall, leading to frustration.
Microtransactions are prevalent, gating essential content and gear behind in-game purchases, which many players find distasteful.
The game suffers from clunky controls and long loading times, detracting from the overall immersion and enjoyment.

monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn mixed reactions, with some players criticizing the early implementation of microtransactions in an unfinished title, particularly for being overpriced and gating content despite an initial purchase. While some users are okay with cosmetic microtransactions, others feel that any content locked behind in-game purchases should warrant a free-to-play model instead. Overall, the monetization approach has been deemed problematic by a significant portion of the player base.
- “The game does have microtransactions, but except for extra maps (in the future), it all seems to be cosmetic.”
- “While some people hate microtransactions on principle, I personally have no problem with buying extra content.”
- “If you are going to have content gated behind in-game purchases, then make the base game free.”
- “Not to mention the chance of softening the blow from the premature implementation of microtransactions in an early access title that is obviously far from completion.”
- “You can enjoy the game and relax while swimming and exploring, but I cannot tolerate this title’s particularly abhorrent form of microtransactions.”
- “In-game purchases gate content despite already paying $13 for the game.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
Gameplay is characterized by engaging diving mechanics and informative trivia, which contribute to a serious tone. However, players express frustration over the inability to collect clams, impacting the overall experience.
- “The diving mechanics are impressive, and the information provided, along with a pleasant amount of trivia, shows that the game takes itself seriously. I couldn't rate it any lower than I did.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and offers a variety of challenges that keep you coming back for more.”
- “I love how the mechanics are intuitive yet offer depth, making it accessible for newcomers while still providing a challenge for veterans.”
- “You cannot gain these pesky clams in any way during gameplay.”
- “I have to admit that the diving mechanics themselves, as well as the information provided (and a pleasant amount of trivia), gave the impression that the game tries to take itself seriously enough, and I wouldn’t be able to rate it any lower than I did.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect features small games and search missions that engage players, while also contributing to a charitable cause by donating a portion of proceeds to Mission Blue.
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics have been criticized for appearing low-budget and dated, failing to impress players. Some users noted specific elements, such as a shark depiction, but overall, the visual quality does not meet modern standards.
- “- Low budget, dated graphics.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players criticize the grinding in the game as excessive, requiring at least 25 dives per location to complete tasks, which feels like a frustrating and pointless endeavor. The inability to earn clams through regular gameplay exacerbates this issue, leading to a sense of futility in the grinding process.
- “The grinding required in order to complete all your tasks cannot be estimated at a number lower than 25 dives per location.”
- “A malicious practice in gaming in general, in Infinite Scuba this is only made worse since you can’t obtain the so-called clams through simply playing the game, and thus there’s no real gain even from grinding the two areas (or just one, if you didn’t spend all the clams on the Belize level).”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received negative feedback, primarily due to an unskippable 30-second warning screen and excessively long loading times that are paired with irritating music, even on SSDs. This aspect detracts from the overall experience, especially during initial gameplay.
- “Extremely long loading times accompanied by obnoxious music, even on an SSD.”
- “30-second unskippable warning screen every time during launch.”