Rip Current

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Rip Current is a single player shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by Breaking Dimensions and was released on September 23, 2025. It received 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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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews

story8 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

Engaging dinosaur horror atmosphere with effective jump scares and suspenseful moments.
Good blend of stealth and survival gameplay requiring players to manage scarce resources carefully.
Decent graphics and sound design for an indie game, with interesting dinosaur variety and immersive environments.

Many technical issues including bugs, glitches, long load times, and animation or AI shortcomings.
Gameplay feels somewhat shallow and short with limited story depth, and some pacing or design inconsistencies.
Some problems with immersion such as overly bright blood effects, inconsistent environment logic, and an often flat protagonist performance.

story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally straightforward and engaging enough to maintain interest, with a mix of intriguing concepts and a moody, atmospheric vibe reminiscent of classic survival horror. While some find it thin or uninspired, others appreciate its coherence, subtle storytelling, and effective jump scares. Overall, it delivers a fun, if not groundbreaking, narrative experience that could benefit from extension.
- “Much like its predecessor, Rip Current is a fun romp through a dino horror puzzle world... upon completing Oakwood, I sat down and just played straight through this as well - much better and more engaging storyline.”
- “The storyline is genuinely a thought-provoking scenario that really feels refreshing and modern, and the perfectly timed jump scares throughout are just a downright terrifying thrill.”
- “Superb ambiance and subtle storytelling.”
- “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
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The game's graphics are generally praised as good and visually pleasant, with accurate and colorful dinosaur models that suit the mood well. While some users note that the graphics feel like a previous generation and have occasional glitches or less smooth animations, they are considered solid and fitting for an indie game. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the experience despite minor imperfections.
- “Also, the graphics are very pleasant and perfectly match the mood, and the models of the various creatures are very accurate and colorful.”
- “And even a mosasaurus :o visuals are very good.”
- “Short and sweet game with good graphics.”
- “It's short and may not have the best graphics, but for the price I think it's 100% worth it.”
- “Graphics are previous generation but really okay for an indie.”
- “Now for the bad, the game does have some graphical glitches that need to be addressed.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay offers a basic yet reliable experience with simple mechanics like crouch, run, jump, and weapon use, allowing for multiple play styles including stealth and direct combat. While some elements like jumping and stealth feel unintuitive or overused, the overall experience remains thrilling and enjoyable, especially for dinosaur fans. The game’s setting and mechanics provide solid, entertaining gameplay despite some minor frustrations.
- “A bit more simplistic than some of the other more Resident Evil-themed dino games that have come out recently (focusing on small puzzles), this game really just sticks the player into the world with basic crouch, run, jump mechanics, a couple firearms, and a knife and says 'have at it'.”
- “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.”
- “The dinosaurs look pretty good but the lack of movement for the dinos sometimes makes it a bit too easy to avoid them. The main gameplay is basic but reliable and fun in the hiding sequences; however, it was not worth hiding in the lockers because you spend more time there than you could just staying out of sight. I think the hiding mechanic is a bit overused.”
- “A bit more simplistic than some of the other more Resident Evil-themed dino games that have come out recently (focusing on small puzzles), this game really just sticks the player into the world with basic crouch/run/jump mechanics, a couple of firearms, and a knife and says 'have at it'.”
- “I couldn't keep up with the story mostly because it was more tell and not show, and sometimes I feel like it would be scarier with more open spaces for you to absorb the environment.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is generally praised for being immersive and distinctive, often highlighted as a key strength with its tense, dark, and water-themed settings. While some users found it memorable and polished, a few noted occasional issues like reused assets that detracted from its overall cohesion. Overall, the atmosphere effectively enhances the survival horror experience and keeps players engaged.
- “Among all survival horror games inspired by Dino Crisis, this one stands out for its truly awesome atmosphere. The atmosphere alone kept me hooked till the very end, with its unique water-themed levels featuring flooded environments and semi-aquatic creatures.”
- “Tense, dark atmosphere with decent voice acting and score.”
- “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 is solid.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Stability reviews are mixed, with some users experiencing game-breaking bugs and graphical glitches causing crashes or freezes, while others report smooth gameplay free of bugs or crashes. Overall, the game shows inconsistency in polish and reliability.
- “I encounter a game-breaking bug which causes the protagonist to spin in circles and then the game freezes.”
- “Buggy and lacking polish.”
- “The game has some graphical glitches that need to be addressed.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Optimization issues such as stuttering and bugs affecting gameplay were reported, but overall performance is acceptable given the game's low price and indie status.
- “Cool little indie horror game, only issues I really have with it are performance, but other than that, I was really itching for a dinosaur horror game and this hit good.”
- “Overall, Rip Current is a well-made indie game, very cheap to buy and offers a good price to performance value.”
- “Also had a lot of stuttering and a bug that made me skip an entire area.”
- “Cool little indie horror game, only issues I really have with it are performance but other than that I was really itchin' for a dinosaur horror game and this hit good.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a blend of intense, thrilling moments that trigger both laughter and excitement, complemented by amusing dinosaur movements during attacks. This combination creates a unique and entertaining experience for players.
- “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.”
- “Dinos are well-made; however, their movement is rather funny when they attack.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music is well-suited to the game, featuring a moody, atmospheric style reminiscent of Resident Evil, which complements the game's design and quirky story effectively.
- “Music is just right too.”
- “It has a semi Resident Evil type of vibe with the moody music, design, and quirky story.”