Rip Current

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Rip Current is a single player action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by Breaking Dimensions and was released on September 23, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Rip Current is a horror game set in a cryptic research facility where genetic experiments, in a bid to strengthen aquatic ecosystems, have spiraled out of control. Navigate flooded corridors, uncover the fate of the scientists, and survive the prehistoric apex predators stalking the depths.

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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews

story4 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging atmosphere with decent graphics and a coherent story, making it enjoyable for dinosaur and horror fans.
It features a variety of gameplay styles, including stealth and action, allowing players to choose how they approach encounters with dinosaurs.
Many players found the game to be a good value for its price, providing a quick and entertaining experience that can be completed in one sitting.

The game suffers from long load times, bugs, and a lack of polish, which can detract from the overall experience.
Some players noted that the AI and animations of the dinosaurs are clunky and unrealistic, leading to moments that feel more comedic than scary.
The story and gameplay mechanics are often criticized for being uninspired and lacking depth, with some players feeling that the game does not fully deliver on its horror elements.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as coherent and entertaining, with a mix of traditional tropes and modern elements, though some reviewers found it uninspired and lacking depth. While the narrative offers a thrilling experience with effective jump scares, it often relies on familiar scenarios, such as the research facility setting. Overall, the story is seen as decent but could benefit from further development and environmental storytelling.
- “The storyline is genuinely a thought-provoking scenario that really just feels refreshing and modern, and the perfectly timed jump scares throughout are just a downright terrifying thrill.”
- “Entertaining story, fun gameplay offering stealth and pure passive runs; guns blazing is an option too.”
- “It was a fun quick adventure with some fun jump scares and an interesting story.”
- “The storyline was uninspired, leaning heavily on the tired 'go to a research facility' trope.”
- “Story isn't anything to write home about.”
- “The story wasn't good.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
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The graphics in this indie dino horror game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the visuals as decent to good, particularly noting the accurate and colorful creature models that enhance the game's atmosphere. However, some users point out issues such as previous-generation graphics, occasional glitches, and a desire for smoother animations. Overall, while the graphics may not be cutting-edge, they are generally considered satisfactory for the game's price and genre.
- “And even a mosasaurus :o visuals are very good.”
- “Also, the graphics are very pleasant and perfectly match the mood, and the models of the various creatures are very accurate and colorful.”
- “Good graphics, dinos could move a little smoother though.”
- “Now for the bad, the game does have some graphical glitches that need to be addressed.”
- “I streamed the game today and it went okay minus the graphics giving us a hard time.”
- “Graphics are previous generation but really okay for an indie.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by basic mechanics that include crouching, running, and jumping, which some players find unintuitive and simplistic compared to other dinosaur-themed games. While the stealth elements and environmental storytelling could be improved, the game offers a reliable and entertaining experience with multiple play styles, including stealth and action. Overall, it provides a solid atmosphere and engaging gameplay, particularly for dinosaur enthusiasts.
- “Entertaining story, fun gameplay offering stealth and pure passive runs; guns blazing is an option too.”
- “This combination of strong points makes this game particularly entertaining, together with the variety in the gameplay and in the possible approaches that the player can take to overcome the various thrilling situations.”
- “Smooth gameplay with multiple play style options.”
- “A bit more simplistic than some of the other more Resident Evil-themed dino games that have come out recently. This game really just sticks the player into the world with basic crouch, run, and jump mechanics, a couple of firearms, and a knife, and says 'have at it.'”
- “The dinosaurs look pretty good, but the lack of mobility for the dinos sometimes makes it a bit too easy to avoid them. I love the swamp areas and the directional layout, but sometimes I feel like it would be scarier with more open spaces to absorb the environment. I couldn't keep up with the story mostly because it was kind of told and not shown. The main gameplay is basic but reliable, and while it's fun in the hiding sequences, it wasn't worth hiding in the lockers because you spend more time there than you could just staying out of sight. I think it's a bit overused, but overall, it's a thrilling experience.”
- “This is an indie game with mechanics, sounds, and graphics, but if you love dinosaurs, then you should support this one.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its immersive and polished qualities, particularly in its unique water-themed levels and survival horror elements. However, some critics note instances of a hollow atmosphere due to reused assets and random placements. Overall, while the atmosphere is a highlight for many players, there are concerns about consistency in its execution.
- “I think this falls into the second category and while pretty short overall it does have a cool atmosphere and tries to showcase several dinos across the game's levels.”
- “Among all survival horror games inspired by Dino Crisis, this one here stands out for its truly awesome atmosphere (really, the atmosphere alone kept me hooked till the very end) and for its peculiar twist: it is water-themed, meaning that most levels are flooded and most creatures are at least semi-aquatic.”
- “Great atmosphere, nicely polished, just good to kick back for a couple of hours.”
- “There wasn't atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere felt hollow, with rooms filled with reused assets that seemed randomly placed.”
- “Apart from that nitpick, the atmosphere and gameplay are solid.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is inconsistent, with some players experiencing game-breaking bugs and graphical glitches that disrupt gameplay, while others report a smooth experience without any issues. Overall, the game appears to lack polish, indicating a need for further refinement.
- “I encountered a game-breaking bug that causes the protagonist to spin in circles, and then the game freezes.”
- “Buggy and lacking polish.”
- “The game does have some graphical glitches that need to be addressed.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users experiencing significant stuttering and bugs that hinder gameplay, while others appreciate its overall performance relative to its low price. Despite these issues, the game is recognized as a well-crafted indie horror experience.
- “Overall, Rip Current is a well-made indie game, very cheap to buy and offers a good price-to-performance value.”
- “Cool little indie horror game; the only issue I really have with it is performance, but other than that, I was really itching for a dinosaur horror game, and this hit the mark.”
- “I experienced a lot of stuttering and encountered a bug that made me skip an entire area.”
- “It's a cool little indie horror game, but the performance issues are a significant drawback.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by a mix of thrilling encounters and unexpected comedic moments, particularly in the amusing animations of the dinosaurs during attacks. Players find themselves laughing amidst the tension, creating a unique blend of fear and fun.
- “My throat hurts from blood-curdling screams, my blood pressure is through the roof, and I cannot stop laughing.”
- “Funny moments and thrilling encounters await you.”
- “The dinosaurs are well made; however, their movement is rather funny when they attack.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its moody atmosphere, reminiscent of the Resident Evil series, effectively complementing the quirky story and overall design.
- “The music is just right.”
- “It has a semi Resident Evil type of vibe with the moody music, design, and quirky story.”