Fancy a nice scuba dive on PC and consoles? Discover Under The Waves, a narrative adventure game by the French team at Parallel Studio, with publishing support from Spotlight by Quantic Dream, released on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series on August 29, 2023. The game was presented at Summer Game Fest 2023. The announcement was accompanied by a trailer, captivating fans with tantalizing glimpses of what awaits them. And good news: at Gamescom 2023, the game was back in the spotlight with a launch trailer!
The world ofUnder The Waves promises to immerse players in the mysterious depths of the North Sea. Players will follow the journey of Stan, a professional diver, who begins to experience strange events leading him to doubt his sanity. The gameplay skilfully combines realistic handling elements with a rich storyline. Awareness of humanity's ecological impact on nature is also integrated into the game, adding a dimension of realism and engagement.
The original idea forUnder The Waves was conceived by Ronan Coiffec, CEO and Game Director of Parallel Studio. Starting out as a prototype for a 2D submarine game, the idea evolved into a complex, well-developed adventure. Collaboration with Spotlight by Quantic Dream played an essential role in the game's development, providing creative proposals and technical solutions.
The software not only provides a captivating gaming experience, it also serves a noble cause. By integrating awareness-raising messages from Surfrider Foundation Europe, the game aims to reinforce its ecological message and raise awareness of the importance of preserving the oceans. Commitment to environmental protection is at the heart of the game, makingUnder The Waves more than just a game, but an experience that prompts reflection on mankind's impact on nature.
Our review of Under The Waves :
Playing time: 10h, story finished.
A nice narrative game to put in everyone's hands... That's what we can say about Parallel Studios' latest release, Under the Waves. A lovely game in its narrative, then, focusing on the story of Stan, mourning the death of his daughter, Pearl, three years earlier. The journey through grief is particularly well conveyed, through various contemplative scenes as beautiful as they are distressing. The two alternative endings are particularly heartbreaking.
In terms of gameplay, the game is fairly easy to handle, but its missions are fairly redundant. This redundancy contributes to the feeling of loneliness and unease that accompanies mourning, making players experience, in their own way, what Stan is going through. And graphically speaking, the exploration phases are rather pretty. On the other hand, the modeling of the main character is a little crude.
The game also places a strong emphasis onecology, since throughout the adventure you'll have to clean up the seabed by collecting plastic and bits of metal. It's a responsible message that's particularly well conveyed, yet subtle enough to remain firmly in the player's mind. The game's dialogue is equally well-written, with a moving ending. A special mention for the spellbinding soundtrack.
In short, a lovely story to be savored without moderation. So, shall we dive in, folks?
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Dates and Opening Time
Starts August 29th, 2023
Official website
www.quanticdream.com
