Submersed

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Submersed is a single player survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by Main Loop videogames S.L. and was released on January 24, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

Rediscover the meaning of terror with Submersed. Coast Guard paramedic Jack Ballard, recently reincorporated after the death of his wife, responds to an emergency call from an offshore structure in high seas. The place seems to be abandoned, so who sent the message? Help Jack Ballard find out the truth, exploring the darkest reaches and flooded areas teeming with dangerous predators, solving enigm…

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game features a solid story and atmosphere, effectively building tension throughout the experience.
The graphics are well-done for an indie title, creating an immersive underwater environment.
The concept of stealth gameplay against sharks is unique and adds an interesting twist to the survival horror genre.

The game suffers from a lack of polish, with numerous bugs and clunky controls that hinder the overall experience.
It is limited in enemy variety and encounters, which reduces the tension and excitement during gameplay.
The game is locked at 30 FPS and lacks essential options in the menu, making it frustrating for players.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of *Submersed* is a mixed bag; while it effectively immerses players in a rescue mission set in an underwater research facility, it suffers from plot holes and translation errors. The narrative unfolds over seven chapters primarily through documents and reports, which some players appreciate for their realism, though others find the script lacking depth. Overall, the story is engaging but could benefit from more development and clarity.
- “A strong point of [b]submersed[/b] is the story, setting up players in the shoes of Jack Ballard in a rescue mission to a research facility underwater.”
- “It’s not one of the strongest scripts, but it ends up working quite well, since there aren’t many dialogues, and most of the story events are found through documents, reports, and emails within the game.”
- “Told over the course of seven chapters, which equal about two hours in length, the story centers around experiments on sharks that have gone awry.”
- “It's not one of the strongest scripts, but it ends up working quite well, since there aren't many dialogues, and most of the story events are found through documents, reports, and emails within the game.”
- “As you can tell by the brief synopsis, this is a game that is full of plot holes, which are dug even deeper by translation errors.”
- “Told over the course of seven chapters, which equal out to about two hours in length, the story centers around experiments on sharks that have gone awry.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a typical survival horror experience, involving exploration, item collection, and puzzle-solving, but suffers from stiffness and a lack of polish, with many mechanics feeling unnecessary. While some elements show potential for improvement, the overall experience is hindered by technical limitations, such as being locked at 30fps. Stealth mechanics are highlighted as particularly effective, but the gameplay remains largely unchanged.
- “Stealth will be your best way, and for these, the mechanics actually work.”
- “As far as gameplay goes, it's your typical survival horror scenario; walk around a spooky environment, gather more story from notes and computers, solve mild puzzles by finding items, and fend off your attackers.”
- “The gameplay won’t change much, but some mechanics will become more interesting.”
- “Half of the game mechanics have no point.”
- “Unfortunately, the overall gameplay is very stiff, and it shows, as most of the issues could have been fixed if given more time.”
- “The gameplay should be further polished, and it’s locked at 30fps.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for effectively creating a great atmosphere, especially for an older game, with simple yet functional visuals. However, some users expressed a desire to adjust certain effects, like chromatic aberration, to enhance their experience. Overall, the visuals are considered decent and fitting for the game's style.
- “I really liked the graphics; they create a great atmosphere for an older game.”
- “I only wish I could have removed the excess chromatic aberration, but in terms of visuals, everything was decent.”
- “The visuals are simple, but they work for the most part.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics effectively enhance its atmosphere, immersing players in a tense and engaging experience over a 2 to 3-hour campaign. Users appreciate the heartfelt ambiance, which convincingly conveys the peril of being on a damaged and sinking ship. Overall, the atmosphere is described as both intense and satisfying, despite the game's older design.
- “I really liked the graphics; they create a great atmosphere for an older game.”
- “It shows some intense and interesting moments throughout a campaign lasting 2 to 3 hours, creating a great atmosphere that I recognize as a low, but satisfactory experience.”
- “The atmosphere is really immersive, making you feel as though you are on a damaged and sinking ship with real danger present.”
- “The atmosphere is also really hearty, and it does feel as though you are on a damaged and sinking ship with real danger present.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of *Submersed* is generally considered poor, but players who can overlook this issue may find the game surprisingly enjoyable, particularly if bought at a discounted price.
- “If you can overlook the poor optimization, Submersed may surprise you, especially if purchased during a special sale.”
- “The game suffers from significant optimization issues that detract from the overall experience.”
- “Despite its intriguing concept, the optimization is so poor that it makes gameplay frustrating at times.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has been criticized for being poorly suited to its themes, with upbeat metal tracks during tense shark fighting scenes that undermine the intended atmosphere. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack feels disjointed and lacks the horror elements expected in a game featuring fearsome predators, often resorting to generic rock music that detracts from the overall experience.
- “But aside from that, the game is just very unpolished and primitive, with elements that really don't fit the genre it is going for. Upbeat metal music during shark fighting scenes breaks the tension and makes everything feel comical, like the completely grey pool toy coming to chomp you.”
- “The main purpose of the game feels disjointed, as you're supposed to be facing off against some of the most fearsome predators on earth. However, all you do is wait for them to swim away; you hardly even get to see them, and when you do, some ugly free 'rock' soundtrack plays in the background instead of any horror-themed songs.”