7 MORE Tips I Wish I Knew Sooner | Dave The Diver

[@RandomSHO]

Another tip is to hire 10 people for dispatching. you can re-dispatch people when they get back. so you can collect every ingredient every single day. its a nice passive way to collect tons of ingredients.

[@phinqs]

This is a great idea as long as you can comfortably make enough money to pay their wages!

[@codycast]

@@phinqsif you just have a level 1 sitting in the waiting room that costs more operational?

[@phinqs]

@@codycast Good question. It has been a while since I played but I am pretty sure you will pay wages on anyone you have hired. I could be wrong though.

[@urBoyCJ]

@@phinqs bruv I never noticed that we have to pay their wages lol I thought we only paid once at the first time we hired them ...

[@meatsauce12]

@@urBoyCJthe costs are pretty negligible tbh so you should just hire everyone and use them for dispatching even if you don't upgrade them

[@RyanPowerhouse]

I never would have played this if it was not on PSN for free. I cannot put it down now. It's SO GOOD.

[@phinqs]

It is not my usual type of game either but it is some of the most fun I’ve had on a game in a while!

[@TVkingOmega]

It’s only $20 in the shop regardless. I didn’t think I’d ever enjoy a game like this but… I can’t put it down.

[@phinqs]

@@TVkingOmega I think the main advantage of it being free is the exposure to an audience which would not have given the game a fair shot. It really is great though. A pure dopamine rush from start to finish!

[@Playeralive]

Me too 😂 and I'm loving it so much that I have bought a physical copy for switch

[@phinqs]

@@Playeralive I think that this is the perfect game for Switch!

[@Spamua13]

oh my god bro thank you for showing me how to get ingredients. I knew there must be a way for them to be renewable that didn't require me to swim around. Literally a life saver bro thank you.

[@phinqs]

No problem! I’m glad I could help. I was exactly the same when I started playing!

[@lukejonesme]

Your 14 tips are amazing, thank you! I bought Dave the Diver on a whim last week and dropped 10 hours by accident, it's so freaking good. It's a miracle I've done any work today.

[@phinqs]

I am really glad you found them useful. I also stumbled onto the game and enjoyed every moment of it from start to finish. It is not the kind of game which comes around often.

[@prebenkul]

I wish i knew that you only needed ONE dish and thats it, even though the game gives you a bigger menu with a lot of slots, you never need more than one dish. ALSO remember that even though you can get a maximum of 45 customers with the highest rank, that doesn't mean you will GET 45 customers. Theres only a set amount of chairs in the bizz, if you cant satisfy the customers fast enough there won't be time for the customers to arrive, which means less customers a night. So it's essential to have good employees with high levels and to help out the best you can to maximize profit.

[@phinqs]

Thank you for sharing a great tip!

[@pineapplesmoovey7898]

I never would have know about tip number 1 without this video, also the breakdown of operation costs is extremely helpful (wish they warned you about this when ranking up)

[@phinqs]

I am really glad that you found value in my video! I think they may make changes to the game over time to communicate these hidden features but we can only hope!

[@dameattray]

Great tips and well explained on the Shark Teeth mini game, I kept losing but now I'll easily get my 500 Bei per day!

[@phinqs]

Glad you found them useful. You already know I've got you covered!

[@Trampflick]

More tips - When the sea people restaurant unlocks the dish that increase seaweed and speed (bladderweed), use it to farm. You can start in sea village and simply swim back up to the top and then back down. -in the sea village, when you enter, buy/sell or gamble, you autosave...you can catch easy fish/seaweed in the shallows, then go to the glacial depths or back for fish that can kill you. Simply hard reset if you die and you won't lose a half hour of farming. -when doing last tip, save the weapons boxes once you've gotten a tranq harpoon. You can bring your net gun to catch small/non-aggressive things, then put the big things to sleep and use your drone to catch 3-star big things (sailfish, dunka, rays, narwhal, etc). -upgrade the sniper...it is op for boss battles. But hush gun, I never use that thing. -Absolutely min max fish farm, but also keep those fish you will use on special days dishes and a few you can send to yee old branch. Greenhumphead, mackerel, shrimp, sharks like hammerhead, mega or sawfish. It'll make you stress less and you'll always bank an extra 3 grand until you are ready to send the branch the good stuff

[@phinqs]

Great tips! Thank you for sharing!

[@何詺浩]

The fish only recipe from lv 15 Billy also a great choice.

[@phinqs]

True! Although, the fish are slightly harder to find and therefore, breed. It is a good choice though!

[@TheSunshineghost]

I just started playing this game and this video and your first one have been so helpful and also exciting because there's so much I haven't discovered yet! Thanks for sharing your wisdom!!

[@phinqs]

I am really glad you found it useful. There is so much to this game than what is shown on the surface. The best part is that the game is extremely forgiving so even if you discovered my tips well into your playthrough you can just start using them from that point with little consequence from not applying them sooner. I hope you are enjoying the game!

[@p4573qu3]

Last tip was exactly what i needed to go diamond rank. Thanks.

[@phinqs]

I am glad I could help. I hope you're enjoying the game!

[@TheSgtGijoe]

Returned the favour, thanks again for the great tips and content! Loved the first, loved the second!

[@phinqs]

I appreciate that alot. Thank you and I hope you enjoyed the game as much as I did!

[@keatonduhon74]

Quality content - you deserve a larger following base. Keep up the work.

[@phinqs]

I really appreciate that! Thank you for your comment.

[@familyfunflatwithjess7090]

The easiest dish to make is the cucumber dish. Farm cucumber when you first get it only farm cucumber and upgrade the meal.soon you will have 1k per dish and yeah no worries about doing anything to get ingredients..my tip.yes his food is good but you have to have 3 different fish and some other stuff..it's just cucumber and rice baby..❤loved the video.respect

[@phinqs]

Thanks for the tip! It is a good suggestion. There are many great ways to make money. You’ve just got to find a way that works for you! I hope you’re enjoying the game!

[@Ryzeex.]

Your editor deserves a raise 🙏🏻

[@phinqs]

Thank you. I will forward that information to the relevant party!

[@kobiromano6115]

​@@phinqs don't do it - he will ask for a raise!

[@phinqs]

@@kobiromano6115 Plot twist - I am the editor!

[@adambarber3666]

Holy shit... the game does such a good job of informing you of stuff... but not the dispatch option! That's crazy!! I'm 40 hours in and this video is the first I've even heard of it..

[@phinqs]

I agree. They explain a lot of features really well but some really useful features are just glanced over. However, at least you know now!

[@_Smarf_]

These videos are great! I always learn something. Thanks for the help! Subscribed! 🙂👍

[@phinqs]

Thank you! I’m really glad that you’ve found my videos helpful. Welcome to the dream team!

[@perer005]

My top tip is to check the DETAILS of applicants for staff, it shows what they will gain on max level!

[@phinqs]

It’s a good tip! It is also included in the video, haha!

[@MafiaCow01]

Love these tips. If you know, can you do a vid explaining the fertilisers? I know what they roughly do, but some analysis would be great.

[@phinqs]

I am very glad you found them useful! However, I am not sure how much (if any) more content I will make on Dave The Diver - sorry! I think I exhausted all of my video making power on my 14 tips, haha.

[@Twixterr.]

I wish I knew these 7 more tips sooner! Another clutch video, well done

[@phinqs]

Thank you for the continued support! You should now have the only 14 tips you need!

[@eckspeke6888]

I can't believe I delayed Dispatching my staff coz I thought it meant assassinate?? 😂 Thanks for clarifying that one for me!

[@phinqs]

I do not know exactly what happens when they are dispatched but they always come back alive and with gifts!

[@zsomborszekely8041]

Halfway through the game an I didn't know most of this stuff, thx.

[@phinqs]

It took me a while to pick up on most of these tips too! Thanks for your comment!

[@rodneybray5827]

I have trouble keeping enough rice. Part of the reason is the events sometimes have recipes that use ingredients that I am trying to use for enhancing and money making.

[@phinqs]

I recommend using fertiliser daily to increase your rice yield! You should be able to get around 50-60 rice per harvest doing this.

[@XGiveMeLibertyX]

This is such an addicting game!

[@phinqs]

I could not agree more! I played it religiously when it first released. I couldn't get enough!

[@clownwithpoo]

wow , u almost at 1m . never seen somone so good at the game. definitely gonna use the most expensive dish tip

[@phinqs]

I have broken 1M since I made this video, haha! Keep in mind that it is not the absolute most expensive dish. It is just a very efficient way to make a lot of money. Good luck!

[@eternalglow6483]

This might sound weird but i dont plan on progressing in the story, i really enjoy the early game loop of just diving for small/medium fish and serving all the meals myself with maybe 1 employee to help, no offense to the devs but im not a fan of where the game goes after the first chapter with the ultra fancy guns and sea people village and all that farming stuff. i just have no interest in it, so im gonna stay in the early game and just enjoy the relaxing gameplay loop of catching fish and serving it myself

[@phinqs]

I actually understand this. To be honest, I did not really care for the sea people village either but I do understand that there had to be some form of story and I guess that the sea people narrative was as good as any. It is all about personal enjoyment anyway!

[@Boj-Anivia]

Thank you so much! I didn't realise the operational costs, as I increased the number of staff, I thought it's the main reason the operational costs is going up. I didn't find a way to have a steady income till now, as I made somewhat 2-4k per night and have now like 600 operational costs😅 This game came just recently out on the Switch, so I'm now just about to enter the Glacial area! Just a question about the Fish-mon, do I get another shot at getting some if I missed catching one? I had like 2 shots on getting it, 1st time I was surprised on how many aggressive fish there are and as I was about to get my oxygen level refilled, a swarm of little fish disturbed me and killed me in the end, the 2nd time I didn't know how to catch it, when I had the chance and thought I gotta reel it in with my harpoon and killed it in the end 🤣🤣🤣 Udo (I guess) wasn't satisfied😂😂😂

[@phinqs]

There are quite a lot of intricacies included in the game which aren’t covered very well by the game itself so you’re not alone! I’m really glad that they have made it available on Switch. It seems like a perfect game for the platform. Regarding the Fish-mon, you will continue to get chances on that specific Fish-mon until you catch it and then the next will become available!

[@prebenkul]

its not great, but when these things happen to me, i just quit and load a save, its save scum but id'd rather do that than lose a possible achievment, the game doesnt save when your swimming.

[@phinqs]

@@prebenkul I understand. However, with this game it is not required. I have 100% on Dave the Diver and I just enjoyed the experience as I went. There are no missable achievements in this game so it really just comes down to time. If you want to complete it quickly and get onto the next game then quit and load. However, if you just want to the game, play without the worry and you will still achieve 100%. Hope this helps.

[@karlos1008]

Serving boss dishes on their respectively themed nights is also a great way for them to sell out for max value

[@phinqs]

I didn’t know this. Thank you for sharing!

[@Syllaren]

For the shark tooth game make sure to work smarter not harder. Dont need to recount the teeth every press, just count the teeth the first time, reach a number divisible by four, and then just make their pick+yours equal 4. Surprised to hear how many people were still counting the remaining teeth left every pick 😅 which was only like 3 people so far, but still 3 more than it should be.

[@phinqs]

Good advice! I completely agree. Thank you.

[@grogu_2003]

I did smth wrong, I tried this method and lost.

[@Syllaren]

@@grogu_2003 not sure if I'm understanding you correctly, but if you tried just keeping the pattern going into other rounds, you still need to count the teeth each time you start the game. You count how many teeth are on the board from the one you're selecting to one before the one that wiggles. Choose a number that results in the teeth left(not counting the trigger tooth) being divisible by 4, and then you just add to 4 from then on. They pick 1. You pick 3. They pick 3. You pick 1. Since your turn always ends with 4 teeth pushed from when you last counted, you will inevitably end up pushing the tooth right before the loss trigger tooth, forcing them to trigger it no matter what number they choose.

[@Nrste316]

​@@grogu_2003 the other thing is that it is 4 teeth not including the cavity. This confused me at first too but I got it.

[@harumushi2694]

I played 45hrs of Dave the Diver and never knew we can send our worker to find ingredients. I feel I wasted so many chances and time!!

[@phinqs]

I was feeling the exact same when I found out but luckily this game does not really penalise you!

[@supercyc10]

I didn't realize there was a SET number of customers visiting per rank. I thought they stopped when I ran out of sushi. Shoot! I've been wasting my fish ingredients all this time T__T Thank you for the tip

[@phinqs]

Yes! There can be slightly less customers than the number of customers stated in this video, if you cannot serve the first customers quick enough but these are the set maximum amount of customers. Glad you found it helpful!

[@amielalmacha9985]

Additional tip Sharks can make you diamond on taste dishes for ranking specifically either the hammer head shark or the one with the long back fin

[@phinqs]

Thanks for the tip! It may be a little more difficult to capture/kill enough sharks to rank up your foods to a satisfactory level but it is definitely an option.

[@Ultra_Kuma]

I feel that you spoke too fast, it’s hard to digest what you are saying without turning on the subtitles 😩

[@phinqs]

Thank you for the constructive feedback. I will keep this in mind going forward.

[@jimb9967]

Just change playback speed mang

[@phinqs]

@@jimb9967 I agree!

[@insmett1elf4]

thanks!! comment and like for the algo magic! Well deserved.

[@phinqs]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it!

[@genesis_sage158]

Man I love this game

[@phinqs]

Me too! It is a hidden gem that many have still not played!

[@rickykeim2005]

Yeah there was nothing about Operational Costs anywhere in the Game that I can remember. I'm making money now but when my costs went up I had couple days of Losses before I got the right dishes on the Menu. I still need some more recipes to rank up I know you get them from training employees but is there any other way?

[@phinqs]

I understand why the operational charge exists. However, I think that there should be an in-game notification warning you about it. Regarding the recipes, I never had an issue with hitting the recipes requirement. I would make sure you are using your artisan flame to unlock recipes whilst in the restaurant. Otherwise, level up a few different staff members to unlock their recipes - quite a few recipes are unlocked at a relatively low level! Sorry I could not be more help.

[@rickykeim2005]

Hey I appreciate that you took the time to respond to my comment.@@phinqs

[@EnriqueVarelaJr]

You can also reach 400 taste with upgrading sailfish sushi - easier to obtain as there is usually one in the shipwreck after around midgame

[@phinqs]

This is definitely an option. I must admit that I am biased towards the Waptia Sushi but it is all about finding a solution that works for you!

[@grogu_2003]

As someone who's just starting out the game, this feels overhwelming 😂

[@phinqs]

I recommend playing the game for a little while first purely for enjoyment! Once you get an understanding of what is happening, come back to this video for the tips! I hope you're enjoying the game!

[@sidominator1687]

What would you say are the best staff picks for the restaurant and branch? I am really stuck on who to hire lol

[@phinqs]

It is hard to say honestly. A few of my favourites are Maki, El Niño, Raptor, Itsuki, Drae. Typically, if the staff have a cool/unique aesthetic, they are generally pretty good for at least one aspect of the restaurant or branch.

[@negativemaster2117]

You're talking to fast lad , i could barely hear you through your Scottish accent. 😅 Despite that, this video helps me , makin good progress on the game. Thx for your time uploading this

[@phinqs]

I think I edited too many of the pauses out, haha! I am glad you found the video useful though. Thanks for your comment!

[@FANOFWAR34]

can you do a video on what the best food is to put on the menu for the restaurant for best profit?

[@phinqs]

I am not sure that there would be enough content for a full video. However, the absolute best dishes in the game for profit are Boiled Sailfish and Seaweed, Great Barracuda Canape, and Seasoned Waptia Fieldensis. Hope this helps!

[@texastwostepgaming]

Gold level customers:28 Platinum: 36 Diamond: 45. I have wasted SOOOOO MUCH FOOD!

[@phinqs]

It happens to the best of us!

[@Doobie0113]

I just started playing last night and have no clue what a gold level customer is yet. I'll have to watch the other videos or play more

[@phinqs]

@@Doobie0113 It is just referring to how many customers will visit your restaurant each night. You will level up your restaurant as you progress. Hope this helps!

[@bud1436]

Just do auto supply then you will waste 0 food

[@phinqs]

@@bud1436 This is good advice for the most part. However, some dishes will provide several servings. So, it is possible for a customer to order a dish that creates 5 servings and then, some may go to waste! Using auto-supply is pretty solid advice for the most part though!

[@fearsomejinn2807]

is there any point to putting points into serving meals made from boss creature ingredients since you only get one and can only serve it once?

[@phinqs]

Good question. I do not believe that you can enhance any of the boss creatures. I think they are just meant as a gold reward for defeating each boss. Sell it once and forget about it!

[@fearsomejinn2807]

@@phinqs they're already at max level when you get them but then you only have one, so unless there is an update that lets you re-summon bosses at a high cost so that you break even and can't grind for game breaking profits theres not much point in the boss items meals.

[@elshaddai3182]

I Can’t Stop Playing This Game.

[@phinqs]

It is so addictive!

[@koenvanderrijt5244]

narhwahl is also pretty easy.. its only 1 per dive but you gain access a wee bit earlier and a chance of eggs ofc

[@phinqs]

I have seen a few people talk about this method. It is not something I personally made use of, however, I could see how it would be a good strategy!

[@Blunderbeard]

After completing the initial phone quests for shells, starfish and bones, etc., is there any reason to keep those items for later in the game or can I sell off the excess? It'd also be good to calculate the total number of ores of each type that could possibly be used in upgrading so you know at which point you can just sell off more, though with those recommended dish suggestions you give I don't think it would be necessarily for much profit.

[@phinqs]

There are certain shells, etc., that are required multiple times through the quests so I would be careful what you sell off. However, most of those items are fairly easy to retrieve again. Personally, I would recommend just sticking to the restaurant for making your cash until you are absolutely sure you have completed all the gathering quests. Although, to answer your question, after those gathering quests are complete, there is no use for them. Hope this helps!

[@sebastienquesnel5473]

Is there any way to exit the sea village into the depth of the sea instead of using the mirror ?

[@phinqs]

Yes, just swim out the main gate. After swimming outside of the main gate, you can swim upwards to the sea!

[@steven7936]

Wish Granted!!!

[@phinqs]

I’m happy to help!

[@Flamb00zled]

How did I not know about Dispatch..... 40 hours and I didn't know lol.

[@phinqs]

There was plenty of features I never knew until around 50 hours playing time too. The important thing is that you know now! I'm glad you found the video helpful.

[@Sg190th]

With more customers and higher priced dishes, the 4000 per night is nothing. Can make between 30k-50k

[@phinqs]

True. However, if you do not have your dishes suitably levelled before you get to this stage, the charge can be quite substantial!

[@raiseyourback1388]

50h and i never heard of dispatching...thx

[@phinqs]

It is a very well hidden feature!

[@kaylalavan2714]

The card match game is the easiest one for me. I took a picture of the flipped cards, and use photo edit to draw simple designs for the fish. Won every time. And when the game was over I just reverted the picture back to original. A phone with a stylist/pen would be best.

[@phinqs]

I think I understand what you mean. It sounds like a good approach!

[@Mrjacharles]

Because every deep diver needs a lightning rifle ... xD :3

[@phinqs]

Yes, haha! Also, a gas launcher?

[@MellerzNoel]

I wish there's a spoiler alert and talk slower maybe ☺ ty

[@phinqs]

Thank you for your constructive feedback. I will keep it in mind for next time. Although, a video of this nature is always going to tell you things you don’t know about a game. Therefore, you should probably expect spoilers!

[@OmkarDudeTheBestGamer]

But how do you unlock diving at night ?

[@phinqs]

It is unlocked very early in the game - just keep progressing the story.

[@OmkarDudeTheBestGamer]

@@phinqs progress the story ? Got it. I am currently at finding the figurine for Duff.

[@phinqs]

@@OmkarDudeTheBestGamer I cannot remember exactly when it is unlocked but you will unlock it very soon!

[@ricoismydaddy2232]

When is this game coming to Xbox?! Please soon

[@phinqs]

Good question! I hope they release it for all platforms so that everyone can enjoy it.

[@petrkuka3429]

May I ask how to get an anime skin on the boat?

[@phinqs]

Good question. I do not know exactly but it’s linked to the Duff minigame which is unlocked through natural progression of the story. It may be for completing the mission or achieving a certain score, I am not entirely sure.

[@petrkuka3429]

@@phinqs Thanks, yesterday after completing a story mission, Duff gave it to me.

[@phinqs]

@@petrkuka3429 Good stuff. I have been on vacation and hence, it took a while to respond. I am glad you are enjoying the game!

[@LetterShark]

👍👍👍

[@phinqs]

Thanks for your comment!

[@orbitaldragon]

I am on Ps5 and I just feel like I am making no money. I have a platinum restaurant, and I am in chapter 6. Iv had a couple big nights on events, but its not even close to enough to afford any real upgrades. I got my suit, oxygen, and bag up to level 7.. but everything else is base line. I cant afford the farm upgrades, or the chicken upgrades. Like 5k for a chicken upgrade is a complete bankrupt for me. I see other people with 100s of thousands of gold and im like.. wtf.. how?!?!?!?!

[@phinqs]

It is quite common to feel like this at the stage of the game you are currently at. If I could make a single suggestion to help, it would be to catch as many Waptia Fieldensis as you can from the Glacial Area for a few days. You can quickly upgrade the Waptia Sushi dish to almost maximum level and this should start to generate reasonable cash. I hope this helps!

[@Timmymtd]

I thought dispatching a staff member would kill/fire them 😮

[@phinqs]

Haha, it is not too clear from the information in the game but at least you know now!

[@thomasshin9562]

Great tips but oh my god PLEASE SLOW DOWN

[@phinqs]

I am glad you found the video useful. Thanks for the constructive feedback.

[@jamesondrums7355]

Remember to do your research gang, double check names before sounding off in the comments. You don't want to wind up looking like a complete idiot, like me.

[@phinqs]

I wrote the Reddit post you are referring to. Do you want me to credit myself?

[@jamesondrums7355]

@@phinqs I apologize. I didn't do any kind of research to see you authored both. I just lashed out at you in anger, and that wasn't cool. Plagiarism/seeing the same damn article just written and regurgitated 10 different ways across 10 different websites is really bugging me lately, and this post happened to set me off. Again, not cool, I'm sorry.

[@phinqs]

@@jamesondrums7355 Thank you for taking responsibility. I understand that you had good intentions but the world is not always as bad as it seems, haha!

[@NeoTheBeggar]

sorry bro... i viewd this video right after your first video. On this video i even understand much less :(

[@phinqs]

I am sorry. There is not much I can do retrospectively but I will try to remember to speak slower in future. Thank you for your feedback!

[@strikerd8821]

man you speak FAST. Pretty hard to follow you as non native english speaking person

[@phinqs]

This was me speaking slowly too! I would suggest trying the captions as I am a naturally fast speaker.

[@rayedison]

You need to talk more clearly , very hard to understand sometimes. Maybe breathe more ?

[@phinqs]

Thanks for the constructive feedback. I think I just edited it a little much but I do also talk quite quickly. I will keep this in mind for future videos!

[@markarend8226]

Man slow down,you speak to fast

[@phinqs]

I am a naturally quick speaker but I will take your feedback on board for future videos!

[@Nephel]

If you can unlock the tranquilizer rifle or the steel net gun before you unlock the hydrothermal vents, farming the narwhal can get you to diamond rank sooner.

[@phinqs]

This is another great option that a lot of players have made use out of. It is all about personal preference. However, this strategy definitely also works! You can also move in and out of the area to farm multiple narwhals in one dive.

[@monkeytown1239]

i wished i knew how crazy addicting this game is before ever touching it

[@phinqs]

Me too! It is a constant dopamine rush. I found it really hard to play in moderation because of this!