Is DAVE THE DIVER On Switch A Bit Too Addictive!? Here's Our Review!

I've really enjoyed working on this Dave The Diver Nintendo switch review. Let me know what you think, there is a demo on the Eshop as well.
00:00 - Sushi and diving
00:45 - Let's Sushi!
04:01 - Running low on air!
06:05 - Running A Sushi Restaurant
09:23 - How does it run and sound?
10:49 - Price and physical
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[@SwitchUpYt]

Edit: Euro price error in video should be €19.99 SEND HELP, IT'S BLOODY AMAZING! Mark

[@nameless-zw8qh]

BUT THE UI IS SO SMALL IN HANDHELD AAAAAAGGHHH

[@Rage-td9wv]

Can't covert to the US based measurements option??? Bad!

[@kohiek]

This game has the most charm that I have ever seen.

[@Leo-pd4fc]

19.99€ is just a peefect price for a this good game. 😮

[@Rage-td9wv]

Why doesn't my hiring tab work? I'm way into the game just beat like 3rd or so boss? Help?

[@aethersurfer6793]

What I really love about games like this, and say Vampire Survivor, is that indie games often dig down to what makes a game fun and addictive. So many major titles forget that we’re playing to have fun, not be put through steep learning curves and endless cut scenes. Been looking forward to this and it’s on my wish list now, for sure. Great review!

[@chauncey5962]

Dude download the demo I played like -15 min and was hooked. Also, November 8th risk of rain returns is coming to switch it’ll be 12.75 at launch

[@JumpCatStudio102]

this is no indie game though. Its made by internal studio of Nexon. Just see the ingame credit of how many people made this game.

[@elmalloc]

This is why Nintendo > Sony and MS. Nintendo doesn't give a shit about providing superior graphics only hardware that lets them play the best games.

[@Mhystixal]

​@@elmallocthere hardware is ass

[@SloppyPlatypus]

😂😂😂 This isn't made by an Indie developer. Mintrocket has been around since the mid 90s and currently has 7000+ employees. They do about $2 billion usd in revenue a year.

[@Ray__E]

I played the demo and was addicted. This is a really good game. Everything just seems to work together which is rare for a lot of games these days. Kudos to the developers for just giving us a complete and fun game without the unnecessary crap

[@nicked_fenyx]

I've been anxiously awaiting this port for awhile now, and so far I'm loving it. Such a great game - with a lot more complexity/diversity of activity than one would think! Glad to see it getting some attention here.

[@Sabre_Wulf1]

Great video. I been playing this on my laptop since it dropped a few months ago. It's unbelievably addictive and fun. I love the character dave, I love the side characters, and the mesh of game play mechanics brought together. I also love sushi, that helps! Absolutely fantastic little game that has hours you can put in, and am sure it will be revered in such a way as a legend, not a masterpiece, but a legend game that is remembered over many years. Definately double dipping so I can have this on the go.

[@zoeLl915]

Awesome video! I love the background story and was intrigued when you guys featured this game in one of your earlier round up videos.

[@williamtaylor3687]

Already started playing, loved the demo, couldn't wait for today. Great video.

[@tarottherapybybon5627]

Bah!!!! Living vicariously through y'all for a few days lol can't get it til Monday 😅 been waiting for this to come to switch for ages!!!! So excited!!! So glad y'all loved it too!!! 💜

[@jimmybowles4666]

Thankfully, I purchased it before the pre-order time was up to get the pre-order bonus. Great review as usual.

[@Anni_ka]

All I needed to know was whether it's running okay and it looks like that's the case! This game sounds super interesting, I'm gonna put it on my wishlist for sure 😁 Thanks for the review guys!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Thanks mate, yeah it's decent! Mark

[@Jim26D]

Loads times on switch are pretty bad though, upwards of 20 seconds when entering a new scene

[@Ser-Smiley]

Hehe. I saw the launch trailer of game for the switch an hour ago. Im in love! I need this game in my life. I must have it!

[@sayura93]

I played the demo on a whim yesterday. Hadn't really heard of the game before that. But I got hooked instantly and bought it straight away. Haven't been able to put the game down since then. It's amazing and there's so much more to it than you can see at first glance.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Such fun! Mark

[@chauncey5962]

Same

[@lpst4405]

I got the demo and as soon as it was over I bought the game 😂 it’s so good!!

[@aerodash84]

I have this game on PC/Steamdeck and just glad it's getting a wider release as I think it's a great game people will love. I'm hoping it makes it to more consoles, but the team seems to continue to support it and posts update videos. If I didn't have a Steamdeck, I would've bought it again to play handheld as I think it's a fun game to chill on the couch with.

[@Cuebix]

I don’t usually buy games on release, but with the thumbs up from this channel and such a generous demo it’s hard to say no.

[@GTVAS]

Absolutely loved playing and watching this game grow from early access to now. Can't wait to play it on the switch!!

[@stevereeves6971]

Dang it I’ve really been thinking abt getting this. I downloaded the demo but haven’t tried it yet. Thanks for the Switchup review and have a good weekend everyone!

[@phaBR]

Excellent reviews I can trust! Adding this one to my backlog.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Cheers mate

[@reinaldopereira1268]

The demo convinced me of how great this game is. I'm definitely getting it tomorrow! ❤ Thanks for the review.

[@TiredOfAllOfThis]

Mark, this is an excellent review. Really! One of the reviews I have enjoyed most in some time and will lead to me getting this game. Thank you. Love it!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Thank you mate! Mark

[@chunderjack]

Great review, definitely adding this one to the wishlist for when i finally finish TOTK 😆

[@simontabony]

I'm in the same boat as you guys. I've heard this game mentioned all over the place but never actually looked into what its all about, just seen the odd screenshot here and there. Finally got around to watching this video to see what its all about. You've sold me. Damn you.

[@mayralex18]

played the demo and loved it so much i preorder it immediatly

[@benn8962]

Loved the demo and will most likely pick this under sea adventure and sushi cooking gem up in the near future!

[@andykegs5584]

Loved the demo for this game so happy to see it carries through to the full release. I just feel bad that there are so many other great things out at the minute I won’t be getting it until a later date, probably when it’s on sale but glad to hear it’s a good’un 👍🏻

[@yaldash3592]

This review and the comments make me excited to try it out and definitely going on my backlog

[@fluffyfish285]

Loved it on PC (Got my husband to buy it on steam when it was on a little sale and we both LOVED it) Had to pick it up on switch, a little harder control wise but LOVE it!! Great review!

That looks like proper fun. That mini game with the beer was the icing on the cake.

[@Robbins996]

I preordered this game and hopped on the moment it went live. Absolutely loving it

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yes!! 🎉

[@angorwheels]

I was waiting for this to release on switch to pick it up. Finally here!

[@cylop224]

Brilliant review this. I was always intrigued and likely to get this game based on the praise I've read elsewhere, but this is probably the first review that got me genuinely excited to play. Great job explaining what makes the game so addictive.

[@mauimedellin]

I've been scuba diving with my dad since I was a kid and I love the concept to this game, just watching this trailer feels like home. The small details of this game such as how depths actually affect time underwater are so cool to see. Might pick this one up

[@richkavanagh2778]

This looks brilliant , will be picking this up for sure. Nice review

[@jonk4255]

Since seeing this in a Nintendo direct, I’ve been looking forward to it. From your review it appears to meet my expectations and then some. Alas, I’m a physical buyer so perhaps one for the wish list and sale

[@ChaosZ8]

I was pretty sure I was going to pick up this game but had to wait for the Switch Up review. Thanks!

[@kacheek9101]

Ooooh, looks good! And it makes me happy seeing 제주도 as the setting inspiration

[@Otis151]

Looks amazing. Thanks for the review!

[@nataliebaker4942]

Dave’s got some serious stamina & work ethic! This looks good!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Hehehe for sure

[@juliobarbeiro8642]

Really enjoyed the demo and will surely get it when it goes on sale.

[@MrWildCarrot]

I pre ordered this one and I very very rarely pre order, but the demo was too good. Dont regret it one bit, amazing game. This is one crazy year for games!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah you won't be disappointed at all. Mark

[@PtfmusicUk]

Bought this over Christmas and have been hooked since... Great game so far!

[@martynhooker566]

Reminds me of Scuba Dive on the old speccy. Thanks for sorting out the spelling of Gameplay as well!

[@kcadventures1454]

Thank you for this review, I am very interested in this game!

[@MrJimithee]

Wow! This looks utterly charming, I can well imagine losing HOURS playing it... You can tell a lot of love (and hard work) went into it's making, some lovely details in the backgrounds

[@SwitchUpYt]

It's brilliant mate. Mark

[@tac612]

I can’t wait to play it! It’s on my wishlist for now.

[@nateskinner767]

Completed the story last night. It's one of the few games, I'll keep "diving back into" post main story. It's absolutely a must buy! Hope it receives updates and expansions.

[@dylanthunderwood99]

I love the reviews and always look to you guys before buying but damn I felt this was a gem from the trailer and instantly got it. I am not disappointed. Addictive gameplay with great cut scenes and much more.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Oh thank you mate! Mark

[@BiBlical8]

Yeah no one needs to review DtD it’s literally a game you just need to play!

[@Ich_will]

Was waiting for your review 🙂

[@tluets]

I opted for Frog Detective, but I'll pick this one up someday

[@fink94]

It’s great! After the demo I couldn’t wait for the release

[@concealedkeri7259]

Super fun game! I have been playing it on Steam, and will definitely buy a physical version for Switch if/when one releases.

[@Snoopy101a]

I've been waiting for this review with baited breath. And, as someone who has played the PC version, I am incredibly happy to hear the game is well received with a review score to reflect that. Time to go make the purchase.

[@ChrisKliewer]

That's awesome you're doing a review on this game right now...I tried the demo, and wouldn't mind buying this game at some point..you might hear about my home state on the news..I live in Maine...some bad shit happened in Lewiston...mass shooting. Crazy times, but this video gave me a nice mental break from all that sad, negative news...and for that, I thank you. Can't wait to get this game!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Sorry to hear what's going on there mate. Mark

[@myeyeshurtasf]

The first indie game i pre-ordered after playing the demo it made me want to play more. I love the little detail the dev put into this game just to make the phone in the game more realistically accurate. The gameplay is addictive and fun and a little bit challenging at some point. 10/10 worth the money.

[@phil631]

Please stop calling Dave The Diver (DTD) an indie game. I don't know who started this, but pixel graphics alone don't make a game an indie game. Mintrocket, the studio that created DTD has 30 team members, which makes them a AA studio. On top of that, they are a division of Nexon. Nexons is an $18 billion USD company! Mintrocket themself stated that they are not an indie studio. It’s unfair to all the other indie studios to call DTD an indie game. And don't get me wrong, I like DTD, nothing against the game or studio.

[@jeremyrushing5951]

Enjoying it much more than I though I would. As a former cook though, I would like to see some more detail with regards to restaurant operations and analytics. Like, a PMIX would be really easy to add into the Management app and would add another layer to that side of the game.

[@DonkThikkness]

Game looks fantastic. Great review, I will be picking this one up.

[@nameless-zw8qh]

I impulsively bought it based on the good I have heard about it. However, being I only play handheld I find a lot of the UI elements way too small. Call it old age if you like but scalable user interface is important

[@GenocideNiev]

Got it in Steam a couple of days ago. Best game purchase I’ve made this winter so far

[@JuniorD1975]

Man, what a gameplay loop! I adore this little gem. Don’t underestimate the story. U will love the Great characters, lovely aesthetic, fun, surprises etc. Been a while since a game made me stay up late and just say ‘I will play one more day then sleep’ 😀 Shout out to the game makers and everyone involved. How lucky are us gamers this year. So many games but so little time ❤️👍

[@ppbunt]

Dredge has gotten me in the mood for catching fish, Dave should be able to scratch that itch. To the wishlist it goes!

[@pamelamaradiaga5876]

As soon aa I saw the trailer I pre ordered this game, simply loved it!❤

[@Flashbry]

That looks fun. Might I suggest a follow up game? The underwater adventures of Jacques Cousteau! (Or a silly version of the above with Jacques Clouseau instead).

[@ChrisKnowlesTube]

Loot Hoover 😂 this describes me in so many ways. This looks like an awesome game. Stunning lighting and love the styling to it.

[@Mystygirl2]

I only played about 20 mins of the demo and then put it down because I knew I was going to love it and so wanted to wait for the full release. Download finished and just about to start playing!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Enjoy mate! Mark

[@joshuarunnie4734]

I played the demo at the beginning of November and finally let myself wrap up the story nearly a month later, it was just so fun and satisfying upgrading, collecting and exploring. Easily the best $25 I’ve spent in a LONG time.

[@rowsdowertwu5814]

I played the demo, and liked it so much I preordered. It’s very rare I do that, it’s a very good game with so much to do

[@MJ_1979]

Thanks for such an in-depth review! I've had my eye on this one but was unsure if it would grab me, so your review helped me understand the gameplay loop much better. And "loot hoover" is my new favorite word. :)

[@theladleinvr1445]

Well this one would have been lost to time for me if I didn't watch this review! Going to get this after work! Let's go!

[@Mr.Vetkoek]

Hell yeah! This is the one time i actually won't watch the Review, because I know it is brilliant and I don't want to get spoiled. I already played a few hours and absolutely love it. The score also does not disappoint. See ya ✌🏻

[@Mr.Vetkoek]

@@dogfood142Sorry but I have to disagree. I think they always do their best to give you the Information you need but always hide major twists or late game Story. With this game I just want to enjoy every frame.

[@SwitchUpYt]

​​@@Mr.VetkoekI eradicated that negative fish

[@PuReTorTurE]

I played the demo and got hooked! But I wanna wait for a physical version first 😅

[@Super8RipleyFrontOffice]

i just finished the godzilla dlc. it was short, but really cool! cant complain though since it was free! i love this game!

[@Gamersghoul]

I bought this for Steam deck as its cheaper on humble at 13 pound with 20 percent discount and I can't put it down. I literally have a backlog of the new launches and this one has me addicted. It has so much style and laughter. It's an absolute gem of a game

[@JohnWestIV]

Definitely been watching this and waiting for it to hit the Switch... I'm sold.

[@OcarinaEsmer]

Appreciate the review. The performance was my main concern in deciding if I should bite the bullet and get it (ps I did lol)

[@Bucketboy09]

I loved the game when i first played the demo. Was waiting for your review to reconfirm the game is as good as i thought it felt.

[@norochmusic]

playing on pc, might get switch version eventually, great to have on the go i bet

[@Retro_Jet_Elite]

This game is fantastic!! I had the demo the moment it was available, and I was genuinely upset when I reached the end of the demo. I wanted more! So happy it’s finally out!

[@danielostblom5250]

Bought this on the day it released and I absolutely love it! This is a brilliant game through and through, and like you said.. it's highly addictive. It's got that "one more go" quality that really makes it hard for me to stop playing it. One of the best games I've played in I don't know how long, and far better than a lot of games three times the price!

[@LTCloud9]

The presentation is very reminiscent of Dynamite fishing. Did those guys work on this game too? The meta humor, the rinse and repeat cycle, , seems interesting. This one goes on my watch list for sure.

[@DrScotty85]

Despite the quite different setting, this feels like the next Moonlighter for me…I’m gonna spend so much time with this one!

[@sonofwotan]

Loved Moonlighter! Now that some time has passed since your comment, how would you compare it with Dave the Diver?

[@DrScotty85]

@@sonofwotanit’s a great game, didn’t quite hook me in like Moonlighter but definitely worth buying! Can’t match that Moonlighter soundtrack either

[@stevendurrant1724]

Gonna wait for a sale tbh. Added 4 games to backlog in last week 😳

[@nickjones4455]

Genuinely it’s an absolute joy, most fun I’ve had in a game in years. GOTY for me!

[@rafe9852]

What other games you've played this year?

[@Leo-pd4fc]

Im out of this GOTY chulture here on Internet, do GOTY means it's a best or a good thing? 😮

[@Wil_Dsense]

@@Leo-pd4fc it means like GOAT but for the year, so Greatest Of The Year… a Big statement.

[@Leo-pd4fc]

@@Wil_Dsense oh it means that so if GOAT is best, best of the year would be Zelda tears of the kingdom, Final Fantasy XVI, Starfield, Spider-Man 2 or Alan Wake 2

[@bonnefetebaby8234]

⁠@@Leo-pd4fcyou must be bored ignorance baiting cause you know about all those games PLUS Alan wake 2 almost a deep cut game unless you looked them up on a list and are genuinely just now getting into gaming which if the case I’m sorry for being accusatory and judgemental

[@giannisozo7928]

Looks like loads of fun!

[@Giglefigle]

Played this on steam deck and it’s a must buy on the switch , very fun gameplay loop

[@draxcir]

Just downloaded the demo and getting a really good first impression. Seems chill but challenging and looks superficial at first but am seeing hints of some real depth. Soon as demo ends will buy it.

[@DadBod3000]

Its a great game. I tried the demo a little while ago and pre-ordered off that, which hs really unusual for me. I thought I would dislike the restaurant part, but it's actually quite fun and rewarding. I've barely scratched the surface of this game, but I do recommend it. It's a nice and addictive little gem.

[@user-rl2jl8zx1c]

Just picked up the physical copy.

[@stuffidoinnow123]

You got me with Dredge, think this is the next

[@sadrequiem]

I'm loving everything about this game. I'll be taking it up.

[@paulblyth9793]

Really enjoying my time with Dave. Glad I chose it over the Metal Gear collection

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah this is pure class. Mark

[@Nanobit84]

It’s VERY addicting. A game I waited so long to get a Switch port and I was super excited when it got announced at Direct. Also, you value 19/20 but shows 16/20 haha

[@happy_jack_art]

You guys need to check out paint the town red it came out a while ago but it's got a rogue lite dungeon crawler mode it's so much fun

[@TengwarTeacher]

It’s reminiscent of Moonlighter but with a 🌊 twist of salt-water. 👌🏻

[@glynnsmith8265]

It’s giving me Dredge kind vibes, it just looks like it’ll get its hooks into after a couple of hours. Which is exactly what Dredge was like.

[@Lexi-M]

I’ve been waiting for this game and can’t wait to play

[@SwitchUpYt]

It's so chill

[@jordongee2347]

I'm interested. Looks like it wouldn't be so fun, but hear nothing but the best. Played a few minutes on my friends pc, and feel like you could get sucked right on it. 😅

[@brufleth6299]

I'm strongly considering giving up on Mario Wonder to get and play this.

[@slowedlotus]

It's MAD addictive! And a great time. Definitely one that keeps me up late playing, haha.

[@avicohen2k]

This is how you do pixel art. Pixel with some stylized render elements. Looks awesome overall

[@VideoStalker00]

So basically this is Moonlighter under the sea, and with new concepts added to it. I'm on board with that since I loved Moonlighter!

[@tingkagol]

I just bought a 4070ti rig and I think this might be the first game I'll play on it