Death in the Water 2 - Lovecraftian Deep Sea Abomination Hunting

[@simonwood8637]

"I have ruined the power of friendship with pneumatically launched spears."

[@PolarfuchsMusicFav]

Atmosphere and the animations are so dang good. The little dampened explosions from the pistols and the water implosion after the detonation. Love it. But sadly I think that the level based gameplay loop is not the right thing for this kind of game. If it was more about exploration or a Lovecraftian story line in a changing surrounding, it would be amazing.

[@bigblueshoe777]

Seriously, the game LOOKS amazing. I'd love a game with this kind of fidelity that instead was about being a scientist trying to catalogue all the life on a reef or something and you have to catch specimens and sketch corals as you explore or something.

[@bestieswithtesties]

From my understanding this is made by one guy. I only know that because he posts in the same game development boards that I follow and post in. Anyway, that's why the gameplay is the way that it is. He's very talented when it comes to visuals and similar things but creating an actual large scale story based game or something similar would be much more difficult for one guy to do.

[@ColinTimmins]

@@bestieswithtesties That makes sense. He needs to team up with the right person.

[@80rex]

Everyone scared of sharks when that eel was the raid boss the whole time.

[@xyAKMxy]

21:08 I think the fact that the game runs so smoothly with such good visuals is specifically because it's divided into levels and every area you visit is only loaded in/rendered while you're playing in that specific mission. Seems like a good call in terms of performance, even though not so much immersion-wise.

[@IRMentat]

Looks and plays neat. The gameplay loop looks like a tech demo, needs way more, maybe more locations, definitely a boat/bell/cage to base your start/end point from and maybe some more discovery rather than an open treasure-rush.

[@casedistorted]

most of this studio's games look like tech demos. This game looks like it just expanded on their first game, so hopefully DEath in the water 3 will be more of an open world to explore and less "go here collect this kill this be done" gameplay.

[@Seanbo88]

An extraction mechanic is definitely a great idea and very needed. Cool game premise overall, though

[@gearsfan6669]

haven't even gotten to gameplay but those sharks' swimming animations on the main menu are beautifully done

[@lilgenius]

was about to type the exact same thing. It's really beautiful animation. Really well done

[@misteryman526]

It's kind of immersion breaking that heavy gold objects and the equipment from the chests fly up into the water as if they were made of plastic or something. Maybe they should just have the goods stay inside the chest when you open the lid.

[@ShiryouOni]

The description sounds amazing, but the gameplay just looks like killing sharks endlessly.

[@carsonskjerdal473]

Ah man, I just felt bad for all the sharks getting killed.

[@VainSick]

The fake digital sharks??

[@carsonskjerdal473]

@@VainSick Yeah! The game looks too good, the shark animation was great. It's kinda like games that have you murder wolves but use a dog getting hurt sound. I would rather murder monsters.

[@VainSick]

@@carsonskjerdal473 I can’t relate, it’s just pixels on a screen to me, then again I wouldn’t hesitate to kill a wild animal if it threatened my life.

[@morkgin2459]

But sharks wouldnt feel bad for killjng you

[@carsonskjerdal473]

@@VainSick oh yeah in that case it be murder city. Maybe even take a few extra ones for good measure.

[@Kuhtlass]

The wave's shadow reflecting on the sea floor looks amazing.

[@murasaki848]

7:44 I'm from Florida. Even with clear blue waters the ocean is dangerous. Jellyfish stings with a wonderful chemical attack. Stingrays lurking in the sand like a landmine. Sharks. Heck, I've even been attacked by large crabs, bizarrely enough. Not saying people shouldn't enjoy the ocean up close and personal. In fact, I think it's a required life experience. But be smart about it.

[@gogroxandurrac]

This seems like a game that would be amazing in VR.

[@TheWretchedOwl]

Killing an eel? Three harpoons. Killing a shark? One harpoon. Got it.

[@Kravex1]

That sound track tho... Haunting and yet pleasant.

[@MrWhybull]

I am subscribed to dozens of KZbinrs… there are only three that I get “All” notifications from. You sir, are on that list. Great videos man!

[@goifur]

Actually jumped when the octopus first appeared

[@morrowcody]

This game looks pretty dang original! Love your content Splattercat!

[@ynobe2596]

"It needs more depth" haha good one Splatt.

[@gamingtonight1526]

Find out it's point based, and I go back to my 1994 Sea Rogue by Microprose, a game I have been playing for 30 years! Search for wrecks like the Titanic, look for treasure, equip your boat, hire crew, and much more. It's abandonware now, but I have the boxed version. Make sure you get the manual, though, PDF or otherwise!

[@Solizeus]

This game reminds me of Payday, believe it or not, they could use the same mechanics, traps to avoid and use against predators, use stealth to hide from patrolling predators, collect the treasure and as you said, go to the extraction with your team mates while under fire

[@popecorkyxxiv2363]

Just sharks? No Deep Ones? No Shoggoths? No Father Dagon or Mother Hydra? Not even a single non-Euclidean geometric city?

[@VainSick]

There is a kraken, a hydra and mermaids in the later levels.

[@Gollvieg]

I'm pretty sure that if you kill non-aggressive sharks, you would aggro a marine biologist who would then come kick your ass.

[@ZakalweFeragh]

I am conflicted by the floaty gold, that is not what gold is famous for.

[@EgemenAksn]

Amazing video again splatter, as an indie fan i cant wait to see the new videos from you!

[@Blefiz]

Having thalassophobia, this is the kind of game I can only watch... at the edge of my seat.

[@leoleo1035]

Im watching behind mine.

[@StygianNightmare]

I break into cold sweats on the water level in Sonic so yeah I can relate

[@DrBunnyMedicinal]

Also thalassophobic here, but thankfully (so far) this is all during daytime and in shallow water, so I'm only a little freaked out. If there's any levels at night or with water deeper than you can see and I'd be NOPE-ing right out of here.

[@hearsomeevil9199]

So quirky 🤢🤢

[@PrairieGrass420]

@D R Bunny have you watched game play of subnaticua? Also check the yt of ign hilarious water games his humor is hilarious.

[@sirscooty2330]

One might say that eel has a great eel of anger … I’ll see myself out

[@Ghost-jj6ud]

This might be a fun one to play on Twitch or do a longer playthrough, since there's some interesting stuff later in the game that wasn't shown here.

[@godoftwinkies574]

Love how Splatty insists that the diving game needs more dept. :D

[@JazzberryJammm]

Initial idea is good, but i feel they missed a cool opportunity to have most of the systems and UI actually part of the game. Instead of a bright white drawing on the corner indicating oxygen, why not have an oxygen gauge you can pull up to look at.

[@JohnnyTwos]

Been playing this. Turn the music off and I love the atmosphere! The hit reactions of the enemies and sounds are great.

[@N1ghtR1der666]

I am particularly interested in the sharks animation as I am currently trying to program something similar myself, I havent seen anythign this clean before

[@KeithNeilson]

When it hides in the reef, and has lots of sharp teeth.... That's a moray...

[@GC13]

I was all set to pass on this game but this video really sells it well. Here's to hoping they get some more game modes in, and I think this one will be a good pickup.

[@divingscene]

Ok this is my scene completely!

[@jasonwright8546]

There is a compelling core here. I feel like that core would work well in a larger game. Perhaps more realistic treasure hunting mechanics, along with a shipboard element where you have to locate the treasure site. Instead of just generic loot, maybe have the player seeking Lovecraftian artifacts to tie into an overarching story. What is here is beautiful, if limited and repetitive.

[@gerrin07]

Is this the game with those murder mermaids

[@thant0s]

I know it's good at what it's trying to do when I straight up won't play it due to a phobia getting tickled. Well done : l

[@rjjm88]

I wish this game was more about creepy underwater stuff and not murdering innocent fish. :( If you were fending off Deep Ones and stuff, that would be awesome.

[@SoulWhite]

9:10 Ah yes, classic splat. Must be back on catnip again. Stressful year, who could blame you. Love what you do!

[@Jedi_Vigilante]

"they're going to want a little more *DEPTH*" eh, eh. I'm not even sure that was an intentional pun seeing as you usually pause slightly to emphasize them, but it was still a good one. Well done.

[@ramiel7666]

Well....with "Depth" well and truly dead, I guess I need something else to terrify me....

[@echopapa5875]

crazy that you can kill a black tip shark with one shot but all the eels take like 3 hits. I will say I think this would make a cool VR game.

[@DarkkMatter]

It is visually pleasing. It seems to function well and has good user interface. I just feel like it needs more. Something to make it more interesting.

[@ianallen738]

Yeah seems like only a quarter of a game here.

[@ShrekMeBe]

Getting subnautical vibes inbetween the kelp vines. I want my seamoth thingy! And base building. A surface boat to return to for upgrades, free roaming at my onw risk where I shouldn't, yet.. But am just bitching, game does look good, feels good, ought to run good on decent hardware........ VR!!...... some sort of decreased mobility while reloading, plus head actually looking at what you're doing.... getting faster reloads and less distracting visual control reloading as your skill goes up.. a cave environment, pitch black.... sonar goggles?... a map... some sort or last ditch chemical repellant, limited duration.... technical gizmos would add the need for battery refills(those would be a find in pirate chests)

[@VainSick]

Definitely needs more depth but the framework is there

[@mluby7828]

They could add in the deadliest animal: other humans. Specifically other divers from a rival company, armed with similar weaponry. Start adding lionfish barbs to envenom your harpoons or use a dead shark as a meatshield. Also I don't love the top compass showing objectives. Make the player hold out a little sonar locator. See Barotrauma for more ideas on diving + combat (like scooters).

[@milczyciel]

I am disappointed for the lack of reaction from the sharks, when you've started killing all those fishes. Then again, maybe they've just eat.

[@Sparta-vu3jj]

thank you for what you do brining us all these games

[@Wolfsheim23]

Ha this is what Finding Nemo originally looked like before they decided to scrap the ultrareal look and go with something more "colorful"

[@o_d1559]

Hahaha, "I think the game needs more depth" :D nice one!

[@joenapalm4841]

Some people are going to want a little more…depth? Oh no you didn’t

[@chopstyx1]

I actually went swimming with a moray eel a couple years ago. He was pretty chill, just wanted to live his life.

[@kairoocb6533]

Yeah if I heard some guy talking about how he liked to go deep sea diving for old pirate chests, and he brought along an unlimited supply of explosive tipped speargun ammo and shot every eel, fish, and shark on sight… I dunno that I’d be upset when he didn’t make it back from his next dive. And if he tried to explain that killing them produced tiny orbs of light that he collected.. 😅

[@liviuursegr]

This honestly looks amazing. But I also feel that an open world with a liniar main quest and maybe side objectives or points of interest/ exploration achievements would fit it better. I'm curious where this goes

[@trashman1358]

"...There is significantly less singing and jaunty songs than Disney lead me to believe..." xDDD But yeah, it looks awesome but reminds me of part of a water level in Uncharted or Tomb Raider. And agreed, it ironically needs depth. It needs a Lovecraftain plot line. A boat which the woman is piloting that you return to after each dive. Some kind of 'hostile diver' interference. A town or city your selling all the stuff you find, Some shady dealings and 'weird stuff' - like they should go play Cultist Simulator 'cause that has Lovecraft weird stuff in spades and is awesome. Like if these guys and Alexis Kennedy got together? Oh me. Oh my...

[@Xexelli]

Splattercat Splatters sea life simulator.

[@thesidneychan]

You could say that eel was... Eel tempered.

[@janneaalto3956]

Death in the water, dun dun dun, dun dun dundun, dun dun dun dundun

[@Seraphyx]

I'm ready to nope on out of here depending on the direction this game goes.

[@jmc1076]

Just clicked to say… nightmare fuel.

[@hellfish2309]

Dark spinoff of “Dave the Diver”

[@Bramblebush5948]

'..others may want a bit more depth' aaaaaarg! the puns >

[@kerravon4159]

Really impressive graphics for an indie game!

[@VIP-ry6vv]

Funny. I was just recounting my adult fear of water resulting from falling into a surge pit as a small child.

[@Xidification]

At the end of the first mission, the last 'pee globe' you picked up showed "x4" but on the End of Mission screen it showed "Multiplers: 3". Am I missing something?

[@merseyviking]

It's cumulative, and so I think you start on a x1 multiplier. So he collected three which gave him a x4.

[@Xidification]

@@merseyviking makes sense

[@bengonzalez5215]

Where is the lovecraft part? Seems like its just normal wildlife?

[@JasonCummer]

Light gets absorbed a lot by the water so maybe the headlight is closer to a realistic feel. Also a horror game and they never have good flashlights

[@grolsch973]

I think this lovecraftian game is missing some Lovecraft

[@ianhaylock7409]

The things that make Lovecraft, Lovecraft, are ancient civilizations and otherworldly horrors. This game has neither.

[@thrax1920]

Thanks. This game looks cool.

[@msolomonii9825]

potential, yes. The game play loop is a bit jarring, too abrupt, doesn't work for me exactly. Certainly looks very good appearance wise.

[@bernard832]

Can we give a quick shout to how good a name Skooma Steve is?

[@rfcesq5474]

I think they need to lean into flora and fauna variety and actual animal behavior. As it is, it looks like every fish is a threat (of varying degrees), which is simply not the case irl. Even sharks rarely outright attack (pre-possession that is). Cautious avoidance and timing could play a much bigger role. (I'm thinking Thief might be a good inspiration). Fish size should also vary (especially with the sharks). It would be really cool if knowledge of the actual ocean and the life in it was rewarded in the game. Also, the ocean here seems oddly ugly because of the lack of color in the coral and seabed. The game does seem to have a good foundation, though.

[@VainSick]

Everything is a threat cause it’s a shooter videogame, Not a simulator. The game is a shooter and unsurprisingly all the npcs are gonna be enemies.

[@rfcesq5474]

@@VainSick You seem to be the self-appointed defender of how the game presently is. Good for you. I'm just telling the devs how to get MY dollar.

[@VainSick]

@@rfcesq5474 No just explaining what kind of game it is, a shooter and a diving simulator are two very different game experiences with completely different design elements. They won’t get your dollar cause it’s not meant to be a diving sim.

[@rfcesq5474]

@@VainSick Isn't "explaining" what kind of game it is just a tad presumptuous/arrogant? Anyone with eyes can see what kind of game it is. Also who are you to speak to what the game devs are going to do with it? Where the devs take it in the future is undetermined. Some game devs radically change their games based on feedback. I'm giving feedback about what I would like to see. Nothing more.

[@liamandrewwoyen3454]

I think this game would have been good set up like a fishing simulator (exploration/science too maybe), but in diving fashion, surely would be a favourite amongst marine lovers with such great animations 👌 Cool game though 🔥

[@turtl3playz303]

Have you ever tried depth that is an awesome game

[@ongbak190]

Monster Hunter : The way of water.

[@halloweenmonster3880]

Skooma Steve best name for a diver Splat!

[@raidermaxx2324]

Hey Splat! did you see that "Starcom: Unknown Space" dropped on Steam?

[@doesnotexist6524]

That pistol was a severely underwhelming "upgrade"

[@bensolo9868]

Cool game but the fact you are named skooma steve made me respect u more

[@ajmiller7317]

You are the best Splatty!

[@binnieb173]

What is the score for? the money is used for gear, the score should be used to upgrade speed or your ability to sprint, or breath control.

[@izorion6443]

I dig it

[@casedistorted]

Sweet! Now do another Interloper The Long Dark video series please.

[@lukewalker6646]

Ok. Ok. So hear me out. Dave the Diver. But using these assets and POV.

[@WickedScott]

Thalassophobia: The Game

[@zrazghost]

you and drae posted this at the exact same time

[@Chippaization]

I wish it had a bit more horror to it, but still good

[@elvocironbow9393]

Seems like a pretty nice game for only $20, are the dives static story driven or just randomly generated?

[@VainSick]

Story driven

[@waylonlam995]

Being chased by giant octopus....Let's talk about soundtrack. LOL

[@RexTenomous]

The whole premise of this game feels frickin' weird. Like, imagine building a gorgeous corral reef simulator, and then the objective is to ... shoot the animals? That's kinda effed, to be honest.

[@kasper7203]

What is that 11:35?

[@ryanpongracz8051]

You are an epic you tuber

[@depthcharge126]

The game looks cool but it also feels kinda empty. I feel like the weapons and natural breaks in between missions doesn’t help to make this a horror game

[@Panth30n]

...and fire in the sky!

[@Silveressa]

Intriguing game, but yeah, some kind of "run to the exit" mission ending ala Deep Rock Galactics get to the drop pod would make the game much more satisfying. As a side note, I really like the longer cut of the vids lately. 30+ mins feels like a much better length to properly cover games compared to the 20 mins we used to get.

[@cigODoggo]

Daveed does under da sea da bes

[@goombatroopa3966]

Love craft ? Where?

[@paultravis2141]

Works great on steam deck too!

[@ryanhalley1982]

Unfortunately, quite tedious. Abrupt levels and collecting multipliers doesn’t work for me, both cancelling immersion. Since Subnautica is so good, there has to be a lot more here to stand out.

[@Lirka_906]

Yeah nah, I like sleeping without nightmares

[@rickuslastname6305]

Looks like a single player version of that pvp game Depth. (Typed this just as Splat said "things could use more depth" and that was weird timing)

[@th-bk8ez]

I would suggest to the devs to make the sea life become progressively more aggressive as you collect each piece of treasure.

[@Wr8thX]

I thought splat hated deep water