Murky Divers

88%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,002 reviews
  • gameplay
  • humor
  • graphics
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In "Murky Divers," team up with up to 4 players to search the ocean floor for corpses and evidence of failed experiments in abandoned labs. Use a caddie to extract bodies and a shredder to destroy proof, while avoiding dangerous sea creatures and oxygen shortages. Coordinate with your team to pilot the submarine and purchase upgrades with your earned credits. Work together to complete your mission and survive the murky depths.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

88%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,002 reviews
gameplay21 positive mentions
graphics4 negative mentions
  • The game is incredibly fun to play with friends, offering a unique blend of horror and teamwork.
  • The submarine piloting mechanics require coordination and communication, making for an engaging multiplayer experience.
  • The game has a charming aesthetic and a humorous take on the horror genre, with interesting enemy designs.
  • The game lacks a tutorial, making it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics and controls.
  • There are frequent bugs and crashes, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration.
  • The game can feel repetitive after a few sessions due to limited content and enemy variety.
  • gameplay56 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with players expressing frustration over mechanics like the oxygen system and submarine piloting, which detract from the core experience of diving and looting. While some find the gameplay loop addictive and enjoyable, particularly in multiplayer settings, others criticize the lack of tutorials, clunky controls, and a steep learning curve that can hinder exploration. Overall, the game shows potential with its unique mechanics and aesthetic, but many players feel it requires significant improvements and additional content to enhance the experience.

    • “The game has a simple and wonderfully addictive gameplay loop.”
    • “Insanely fun game, with very enjoyable gameplay loops.”
    • “The game's art/graphic style is also intentional and integral to the gameplay in a great way: is that glint of reflection at the other corner of the dark room a piece of evidence to recover, or is it the eyes of a hungry sea beast?”
    • “The oxygen mechanic in the game is frustrating to play with; the need to go back to the ship to refill oxygen is horrible and prevents investigating the dungeon/site deeply.”
    • “The game is not that fun, I'm not going to lie; it feels like it's trying to clone other games in the same genre but with worse mechanics.”
    • “Do not play this if you are looking for a casual experience; it involves more brain power than that of a lethal company, and at this stage, it doesn't have a tutorial to explain gameplay mechanics, so the learning curve is steep.”
  • humor33 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both hilarious and entertaining, especially when playing with friends. Many reviews highlight the game's unique satirical tone and its ability to blend funny moments with scary elements, creating a fun co-op experience. Despite some technical issues and balance concerns, the overall consensus is that the game delivers a comedic and enjoyable time, particularly in multiplayer settings.

    • “The game is fun, funny, and scary all in one.”
    • “Bloody hilarious and a fun experience!”
    • “I couldn't stop laughing even though this is a horror game.”
  • graphics26 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique art style and atmospheric qualities that enhance the gameplay experience, particularly in its underwater setting. However, many users have criticized the overall visual quality, citing issues such as low resolution, poor readability on the radar, and technical glitches that detract from the experience. There is a strong desire among players for graphical improvements and optimization options to enhance playability.

    • “This is a fun team game, especially if you enjoy quirky art styles, somewhat Lovecraftian horror, and underwater exploration.”
    • “The game's art/graphic style is also intentional and integral to the gameplay in a great way: is that glint of reflection at the other corner of the dark room a piece of evidence to recover, or is it the eyes of a hungry sea beast?”
    • “Personally, I love the aesthetic take on games like this; the low resolution adds to the atmosphere the game is trying to create and for me is nostalgic back to the good old CRT monitor days of gaming!”
    • “Fun concept but the graphics are just terrible and at this point it is not fun.”
    • “Game was broken and bad to look at for some reason; the graphics looked like you were wearing safety goggles that were fogged up and splattered with paint, and I encountered a game-breaking glitch that was an elliptic nightmare.”
    • “Unfortunately, I have to refund the game for now until they provide optimization options for the graphics.”
  • stability13 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and technical glitches that hinder gameplay, such as issues with the shopping cart, audio troubleshooting, and problems with saving progress. While players find the game enjoyable overall, the prevalence of these bugs and balance issues detracts from the experience. Many acknowledge that these problems may be expected in a newly released title, but they still significantly impact playability.

    • “Had to spend ages troubleshooting audio just to be able to play the game.”
    • “No way to avoid leviathans and krakens, super buggy, no way of saving your progress.”
    • “Seeing that the game did just come out, there are glitches like my public server section not working, and I couldn't refresh nor join from an invite but was able to get a game started via them joining my public game.”
  • optimization5 mentions

    The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting significant performance issues such as latency and stuttering. The lack of graphical settings in the options menu has also been noted as a major drawback, hindering accessibility for those with lower-end systems. Overall, many users feel that addressing these optimization problems is crucial for the game's success.

    • “I like how there's a lot of communication needed between everyone for the ship to run smoothly.”
    • “Performance issues are a major headache.”
    • “Devs, if you are reading this, please fix the latency and stuttering issues, and perhaps add some graphics settings so my poor friends with early 19th century Morse code transmitters can play with me. Seriously, I have never played a game optimized so poorly.”
    • “As for performance, the options menu lacks any sort of graphical options, which for many will be a complete turnoff for the game.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its engaging blend of fun and horror, enhanced by unique aesthetics reminiscent of retro gaming. While the visuals may be low resolution, they contribute to a satisfying and nostalgic experience, particularly in the context of multiplayer gameplay. Overall, the atmosphere effectively supports the game's themes and mechanics, making it a compelling choice for players.

    • “This game, for being six dollars, is really fun and cool to play with friends. Its overall atmosphere is really good, with a great balance between fun and horror.”
    • “The aesthetics and mechanics of Lethal Company and Iron Lung, along with the atmosphere of Subnautica, make this a very unique multiplayer experience. In its current state, I'd say get it and try one run out, then decide if you want to keep it.”
    • “Personally, I love the aesthetic take on games like this. The low resolution adds to the atmosphere the game is trying to create and for me is nostalgic, bringing back memories of the good old CRT monitor days of gaming!”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when playing with fewer people, as it often involves repetitive tasks and navigation challenges. Many express a desire for more engaging content, such as additional enemies and improved graphics, to enhance the overall experience and reduce monotony.

    • “I couldn't imagine playing this game solo, especially with how tedious it is playing with just two people.”
    • “I'm hoping for more enemies, harder difficulties, etc. I would love to see an update to the graphics quality on the compass, as right now it's very tedious to coordinate with someone on the radar other than them saying, 'go left, go right.' It can also be a bit difficult to read what's on the radar for the same reason.”
    • “Piloting the sub to destinations is unnecessary; it makes the game tedious and the set pieces are mostly empty.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability, especially after future updates, with its engaging mechanics and cooperative gameplay elements reminiscent of titles like "Lethal Company" and "Raft." Players appreciate the variety of challenges and chaotic scenarios that enhance the experience, making it a worthwhile investment for its low price. However, some users suggest improvements in mouse sensitivity for a better gameplay experience.

    • “Great fun game that has great replayability.”
    • “Maybe wait until a couple of updates come out; then it might have that replayability.”
    • “This game offers infinitely more replay value than most of these types of games.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story features unique and imaginative elements, such as a police starfish ship, but players express frustration with gameplay mechanics, particularly the overwhelming detection by krakens and leviathans, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The story is incredibly engaging, with twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat.”
    • “I was captivated by the depth of the characters and their development throughout the game.”
    • “The narrative weaves together various elements seamlessly, creating a rich and immersive experience.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged with the plot.”
    • “Character development is shallow, and I found it difficult to care about their motivations or outcomes.”
    • “The dialogue is often cringeworthy and fails to convey the emotional weight that the story attempts to deliver.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players found the game to evoke feelings of excitement and fun, contributing to an overall positive emotional experience.

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Play time

13hMedian play time
13hAverage play time
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