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The Abyss Below

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58%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

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The Abyss Below is a single player simulation game with horror, mystery and science fiction themes. It was developed by Broken Relay and was released on July 1, 2026. It received positive reviews from players.

The year is 1997. Listening stations have detected a massive, non-biological sonar anomaly at the bottom of a remote sector of the Pacific Ocean. Its acoustic signature matches no known terrestrial vessel, and its exact location remains unknown. You are sent in a small submersible to investigate possible targets, identify the source of the signal, and report your findings back to the surface. T…

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82%Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
story4 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a great and immersive atmosphere with solid horror elements and memorable scares.
  • Controls and performance are very good, providing a smooth and stable experience.
  • The game is short and affordable, making it a fun quick session with unique style and intriguing premise.
  • The gameplay pacing is slow and navigation can be frustrating due to inconsistent map orientation and limited interactivity.
  • The story feels incomplete and abruptly ends, leaving players wanting more closure and depth.
  • Movement is slow and clunky, with minimal gameplay variety and some unfulfilled potential in exploration and submarine maintenance mechanics.

  • story

    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    27% positive mentions, 53% neutral mentions, 20% negative mentions

    The story received mixed feedback, with praise for its intriguing premise and atmosphere but criticism for its brevity and abrupt ending. Many players felt the narrative showed potential but ended too soon, leaving them wanting more closure and deeper development. Overall, while enjoyable, the story was often seen as incomplete or underwhelming.

    • “I do wish the story would be a bit longer, although at the time of me writing this review, it looks like there's a content update in the works, so looking forward to that.”
    • “Atmosphere and story was good so it's a positive vote for me.”
    • “Definitely has the potential for a deeper story, but overall, it was a great experience and I hope the devs keep up the great work.”
    • “Certain aspects of the game were very memorable, like the cave and the floating lights, but the story is overshadowed by exposition from an office worker who pretends to sound intrigued but in reality can't wait until lunch.”
    • “It feels like as soon as you get into the main plot of the game it abruptly ends, and to be honest it was a little unsatisfying.”
    • “I enjoyed what there was so it gets a positive review, but it's frustrating how the story cuts off and I would have liked more story and game time.”

  • gameplay

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The gameplay is heavily inspired by Iron Lung, featuring similar mechanics with some expansion. While generally solid and contributing well to the horror atmosphere, it lacks deeper interactive elements and feels somewhat simplistic, missing opportunities for more engaging submarine maintenance tasks.

    • “The gameplay was quite good, and the overall horror aspect was solid, if faulty in a few areas.”
    • “For example, there are a few levers and fuses inside that look like they could have been gameplay elements but aren't, and the idea of doing more to maintain the submarine could have been fun.”
    • “Almost a carbon copy of Iron Lung, similar mechanics and everything.”
    • “A great premise, and heavy inspiration from Iron Lung, with an expanded gameplay and mediocre story.”
    • “For example, there are a few levers and fuses inside that look like they could have been gameplay elements but aren't, and the idea of doing more to maintain the submarine that could have been fun.”

  • atmosphere

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for being immersive and well-crafted, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the setting and find it contributes positively to the story, making the game engaging despite its short length.

    • “A great, atmospheric, and short game that's well worth the money.”
    • “Atmosphere and story were good, so it's a positive vote for me.”
    • “I like the setting and the atmosphere.”

  • graphics

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics are dated, reflecting a 1999 style that fits the game's 1997 setting, which some users find nostalgic. While the minimap may require adjustment, overall the visual experience contributes to an enjoyable gameplay.

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The optimization is praised for delivering smooth and stable performance, ensuring a consistent gameplay experience without significant lag or frame drops.

  • replayability

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game offers high replayability, featuring diverse gameplay options and multiple endings that encourage repeated playthroughs. Players appreciate the variety and depth that keep the experience fresh and engaging over time.

  • stability

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users report that the game is generally stable and free from significant bugs.

  • monetization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    There are no user comments provided about the monetization aspect, so no summary can be made.

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The Abyss Below is a simulation game with horror, mystery and science fiction themes. Common tags for The Abyss Below include first-person, indie, psychological, exploration, psychological horror and others.

The Abyss Below is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

The Abyss Below was released on July 1, 2026.

The Abyss Below was developed by Broken Relay.

The Abyss Below has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked The Abyss Below for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

The Abyss Below is a single player game.

Similar games include Cave Crawler, Iron Lung, Mimic Search, DREAM LOGIC, Seen and others.