Silent Depth 2: Pacific

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A Dangerous Game of Cat and Mouse! You’ve been on patrol for multiple days when you see a fleet on the horizon. Your first instinct is to dive and engage, but it’s a clear day and one of the destroyers has spotted you. Now it’s a fight for survival, a naval game of cat and mouse. Avoid the depth charges whilst you fight back and strike when the enemy is at its most vulnerable, or switch to silent…

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Single-Player

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 280 reviews

graphics22 positive mentions

stability12 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and easy-to-learn arcade experience, making it accessible for casual gamers.
Graphics are decent and provide a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic submarine games like Silent Service.
There is potential for future updates to enhance gameplay and expand features, which many players are looking forward to.

The game is currently very limited in scope, lacking essential features like a campaign mode, detailed controls, and realistic enemy behavior.
Many players have reported bugs and issues, such as unresponsive controls and problems with mouse functionality, making the game unplayable for some.
Overall, the game feels more like a mobile port than a full-fledged simulation, disappointing those expecting a deeper sub sim experience.

graphics
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
60%
6%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as decent or even outstanding, particularly in underwater visuals, while others criticize them as basic or reminiscent of older titles. Many reviewers note that while the graphics are an improvement over the original, they still fall short of top-tier standards in the genre. Overall, the visuals are seen as a positive aspect, but there is a consensus that further enhancements are needed for a more immersive experience.
- “On the upside, it does have pretty good sub/water graphics (shoving off from midway base is a real visual treat)...this could be the next Silent Hunter that you have been waiting for from MicroProse.”
- “Graphics are outstanding, sounds could benefit from some improvements to make it more atmospheric (more crew voices, hull sounds etc) and maybe some map tools but all in all I am looking very much forward to seeing this game developing.”
- “Graphics look top notch and will be anticipating them to complete their road map.”
- “Rather disappointed, graphics look like they came from BF 1942, controls aren't all that great and there isn't much depth to the game.”
- “The graphics are an upgrade from the original, but far from top tier in the genre.”
- “The graphics suck, the gameplay sucks and the whole thing isn't at all nice.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
70%
13%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the graphics are appealing, the mechanics are overly simplistic and lack depth, especially since the game is still in early access. Critics have pointed out the absence of advanced features and complexity, which detracts from the overall experience, although some believe that with time and understanding, the mechanics could become more engaging. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a significant area needing improvement.
- “But the game’s mechanics aren’t so complex that you need to study them before you can play.”
- “And they are amazing when someone puts in the time to fully understand the mechanics.”
- “I'd say it's similar in gameplay to the likes of 'Crash Dive', if you are familiar with that at all.”
- “Pretty nice graphics, let down by too-simple gameplay.”
- “Right now, there are still many mechanics missing, as the game is in early access.”
- “The graphics suck, the gameplay sucks and the whole thing isn't at all nice.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
21%
The game's story is criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, with players feeling that the mission structure is basic and repetitive. However, some missions are noted for their careful design and challenge, evoking a sense of genuine submarine command. Overall, while the potential for engaging storytelling exists, it currently falls short of expectations.
- “The missions are crafted with such care and ingenuity that you'll swear they're testing your mettle for actual submarine command.”
- “A very arcade-like game reminds me of some of the sub missions from Battlestation Midway.”
- “With the choice of playing, either skirmish or mission!”
- “Minimal or missing everything... you get basic sub controls and a mission area to patrol, not much else.”
- “At some point in the future, a mission format would stop the game from becoming boring!”
- “I'm not sure if I can figure out how to ask for a new mission; I think I just go back to the control room and map section and point out in the boxed area a point to head to for patrol.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
86%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches, video stuttering, and slow command responses, even on low settings. While some players find it runs well on the Steam Deck, the overall experience is marred by bugs and a lack of content, leading to frustration among users. Many acknowledge the presence of these issues and suggest reporting them to developers, but the game's current state is deemed unsatisfactory.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck, and the arcade effects make it better for new players.”
- “Game is very buggy, lots of video stutter, very slow commands. This game is so slow even on low settings.”
- “Still a little buggy though I've noticed that diving the camera under the water does not kill this effect. However, it does appear that with the combination of the boat being underwater and the use of time compression, it will mess up the game effects.”
- “Buggy, no upgrade path, almost zero content.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its strong graphics and potential for realism, particularly in ship design and environmental effects like weather and lighting. However, reviewers suggest that sound design could be enhanced with more immersive audio elements, such as crew voices and hull sounds, to further enrich the experience. Overall, the game is seen as heading in a positive direction regarding its atmospheric qualities.
- “The atmosphere is already quite good, even if there could be more depth in the gameplay.”
- “This game goes in the right direction with its focus on the realism of the ships and atmospherics, including weather, sunlight, waves, and celestial elements.”
- “The graphics are outstanding, and while the sounds could benefit from improvements to enhance the atmosphere, I am very much looking forward to seeing this game develop.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as being overly aggressive, with some reviewers labeling it a cash grab rather than a fully realized product. Others view it as a mere tech demo, suggesting that the monetization does not align with the quality or depth of the gameplay experience.
- “Tech demo at best, cash grab at worst.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for lacking several features and optimizations, which has disappointed some long-time fans of MicroProse's simulation games. Despite this, the nostalgia for the developer's classic titles remains strong among players.

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