Right now, the popularity of video games featuring submarines is surging, and probably you already know why. Yes, the Titan submersible incident has increased the popularity of both memes and the underwater horror game subgenre. So, prepare yourself for a spooky excursion to the ocean’s depths as we have listed a few games for you to try in 2023. And the best part about it? You can enjoy the experience from the safety of your home.
Submarine Games for you to try
The Trench
A father-son duo created the brief independent first-person horror game called The Trench.
- According to the lore, an earthquake caused a new trench to form at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. When that is discovered, a company sends a submarine named Neptune to explore it. However, it soon loses communication.
- After that, you (as the player) board Pandora, another submarine, which is used for recovery missions.
- Once you have positioned the carrier at the desired location on the ocean below, you may begin retrieving objects with the submarine’s mechanical arms. But soon you learn about the terrible evil that resides there.
Get the full experience by downloading the game from Steam or itch.io.
Narcosis
In the game Narcosis, you are placed in a high-tech bodysuit and taken to the depths of the Pacific Ocean. Although it is a diving suit rather than a submarine, the game nonetheless has a similar vibe.
- You have less oxygen and few resources as you descend into the depths, so you must carefully choose your moves.
- Because of the limited visibility due to the total darkness, the tense atmosphere is increased. On the undersea adventure, you’ll come across sly marine creatures as well as unnerving ghostly activity.
- Additionally, the game’s plot is full of unexpected turns that should keep you interested for the whole two and a half hour duration of the game.
- Narcosis is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Pc.
Sinking Iron
Sinking Iron is a game made by the game developer/Youtuber (also Markiplier’s video editor) called Lixian. It is described as a cross between Five Nights at Freddy’s and Iron Lung.
- In the game, you board the submersible named Nori with a toolbox containing only a few tools.
- As you start to descend below the surface, the underwater vehicle will be in a shaky condition and need frequent fixing with the equipment.
- You can learn more about the awful surprise that awaits you at the depths by playing Sinking Iron.
- Oh, and depending on how you play, it can also have a variety of endings.
- To play the game, download it from itch.io.
We need to go deeper
‘We need to go deeper’ is a fun-filled rogue-like experience that supports multiplayer from 2-4 players. It leans more towards cartoon-like graphics as its art style. The game offers a variety of activities for you and your pals to do.
- With your buddies, navigate the submarine, fix leaks, supply electricity, use weapons, stock up torpedoes, and laugh a lot as you descend into the depths of the ocean.
- Work together to clear dungeon-like biomes, then leave the safety of the submarine to explore further into the wrecks and ruins of the uncharted ocean.
- You may download and play the game from Steam.
Iron Lung
In the game Iron Lung, you not only enter an ocean, but a red ocean filled with blood.
- We learn from the narrative that the player is a criminal who is compelled to travel through the bloody ocean that’s located on a barren planet in pursuit of valuable materials.
- He is equipped with a tiny submarine called the Iron Lung that is welded shut for the purpose.
- If he succeeds in his mission, the prisoner is certain of being set free.
You explore the blood-filled ocean in the game in search of riches.
- By using a map and the control panel to change the coordinates, you can guide the submarine.
- You’ll occasionally need to take photos of the places you investigate.
- Despite the straightforward and uncomplicated gameplay mechanics, the overall experience can be quite terrifying, especially if you have claustrophobia.
Iron Lung is published for PC (Windows) and Nintendo Switch.
Subnautica: Below Zero
The Subnautica series is undeniably the most popular video game that features a submarine. The follow-up to the 2018 game Subnautica is titled Subnautica: Below Zero. If you have not played the first one, you can do so now.
- The game mainly includes exploration and base building as the core gameplay mechanics. You venture deep into the water and gather various supplies for your survival.
- You can also construct and upgrade a variety of structures on the ocean’s floor.
- Another major motivator is exploring and discovering new marine creatures.
- The game also offers few modes like Creative, Hardcore, Survival or Freedom, each of which offers unique difficulties and constraints. You can choose from any of these based on your mood or play style.
Subnautica: Below Zero is available for all major platforms.
These are a few of the submarine sea exploration games that we recommend you try. Are there any games you’d like to add to the list? Inform us in the comments.
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