The Best Underwater Games for Nintendo Switch

Update : Swim Sacabambaspis! added at rank #19.
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DAVE THE DIVER (2022)

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PC Windows j Mac OS Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Playstation 5

Dive into a captivating ocean adventure in DAVE THE DIVER! Explore the ocean's mysteries by day, run a bustling sushi restaurant at night, and laugh with quirky characters. With stunning graphics, diverse gameplay, and constant new content, you'll be hooked for hours. Prepare for a whirlwind of exploration, humor, and the transformative power of food!

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What we like:
  • Immersive and diverse adventure RPG
  • Constantly evolving content
  • Attention to detail and stunning pixel art
  • Comedic dialogue
  • Perfectly paced gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Long loading screens
  • Some game mechanics not fully explained

  • underwater
  • management
  • farming
  • simulation
  • pixel
  • exploration
  • adventure
  • rpg
  • crafting
  • boss-fight

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Pronty (2021)

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PC Windows Android Nintendo Switch

Embark on an underwater adventure in Pronty where you'll battle mutated sea creatures and polluted environments with your robotic swordfish companion. The game's unique combat system and challenging boss fights will keep you engaged for hours. Explore the intricately designed underwater world while enjoying immersive sound and music. With post-launch updates, Pronty is a game you'll want to replay over and over.


What we like:
  • Beautiful graphics and art style
  • Engaging story and characters
  • Unique and challenging combat mechanics
  • Well-designed boss fights
  • Good variety of enemies and environments
What could be improved:
  • Cutscenes disrupt the game's flow
  • Level design is cramped and claustrophobic, limiting movement
  • Stamina bar mechanic feels unnecessary and limits player choices

  • underwater
  • metroidvania
  • exploration
  • 2d
  • scroller
  • multiple-endings
  • platform
  • cartoony
  • boss-fight
  • action-adventure
  • atmospheric
  • cute
  • boss
  • difficult

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Mythic Ocean (2020)

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Xbox One Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 PC Windows

Teach the gods to create a better universe - or mess it all up in Mythic Ocean, a narrative exploration game where your choices shape the fate of the cosmos.

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  • underwater
  • exploration
  • relaxing
  • narrative-led
  • visual-novel
  • narrative
  • atmospheric
  • emotionally-driven
  • twine
  • adventure

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Silt (2022)

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PC Windows Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Xbox One

Dive into Silt’s harrowing ocean abyss and unravel long-forgotten mysteries. Explore the dangerous waters, possess sea creatures, and solve puzzles to travel deeper into the darkness...


  • underwater
  • puzzle
  • dark
  • hand-drawn
  • horror
  • surreal
  • atmospheric
  • cinematic
  • philosophical
  • adventure
  • scroller
  • piranha

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Far: Changing Tides (2022)

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Playstation 4 Playstation 5 PC Windows Xbox Series X Xbox One Nintendo Switch

In FAR: Changing Tides, you'll embark on a captivating adventure in a beautifully flooded world. As Toe, you'll navigate stormy waters, explore forgotten ruins, and dive into unknown depths. You'll captain your own seafaring vessel, solve puzzles, and search for a new home. With a mesmerizing soundtrack and stunning visuals, this game offers an immersive and unique experience.

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What we like:
  • Stunning visuals and captivating soundtrack
  • Engaging puzzles and resource management
  • Immersive and atmospheric gameplay
  • Unique vehicle control and customization
  • Emotional and thought-provoking journey
What could be improved:
  • Occasional softlock issues
  • Repetitive tasks

  • puzzle
  • sailing
  • vehicle
  • underwater
  • submarine
  • post-apocalyptic
  • platform
  • atmospheric
  • adventure
  • 2.5d
  • relaxing
  • steampunk
  • puzzling
  • action-adventure
  • narrative

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In Other Waters (2020)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Mac OS

In Other Waters is a captivating adventure game where you guide an underwater explorer to uncover the secrets of a mysterious alien planet. With a unique AI to guide you and a malfunctioning diving suit to navigate the alien landscape, you will be captivated by the game's narrative that asks deep questions about the nature of life. Unlock upgrades and explore the ocean depths, discovering strange creatures and environments. With intuitive controls and a beautiful UI, In Other Waters is a must-play for any adventure game enthusiast.


What we like:
  • Interesting exploration and unique framing
  • Slow rhythm of exploration creates a cool vibe
  • Fascinating ecosystems and scientific writing
  • Great for a chill and read experience
  • Exceptionally well-done concept and world-building with thoughtful gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Underutilized potential and disappointing story direction
  • Lack of map tools and predictable story
  • Tedious mechanics and hard-to-read text boxes

  • underwater
  • exploration
  • discovery
  • minimalist
  • mystery
  • sci-fi
  • inventory
  • narrative
  • adventure
  • atmospheric
  • text
  • story
  • point-and-click
  • relaxing
  • aliens

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Aquarist (2022)

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A relaxing sandbox casual simulation game where you perform various, even strange, aquarium-related tasks on very diverse levels. As an Aquarist you must create and manage a home to amazing fish🐟, sea turtles🐢, sharks🦈, octopuses🐙, and more🐬. Aquarium is their world and life. Make it worth...


  • simulation
  • fishing
  • underwater
  • relaxing
  • immersive
  • nature
  • education
  • building
  • family-friendly
  • naval
  • life
  • collector
  • creature
  • casual
  • tanks

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Ultimate Fishing Simulator (2018)

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PC Windows IOS iPhone Android Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 4

Bored of waiting for a bite? Would you like to catch some fish? You're lucky - in Ultimate Fishing Simulator, fish bite like crazy! Spinning, float fishing, ground fishing and more!

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  • fishing
  • simulation
  • underwater
  • sport
  • realistic
  • casual
  • multiplayer

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Subnautica (2014)

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Plunge into Subnautica's alien ocean world, where survival hinges on your ability to adapt. Build, explore, and unravel mysteries in a breathtaking underwater realm. It's not just a game—it's an odyssey beneath the waves that will test your instincts and dazzle your senses.

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What we like:
  • Gorgeous, immersive environments
  • Deep crafting and base-building
  • Compelling exploration and discovery
  • Rich storyline and world-building
  • Dynamic sound design enhancing atmosphere
What could be improved:
  • Occasional performance dips in deep areas
  • Limited inventory space can frustrate resource management

  • survival
  • underwater
  • crafting
  • open-world
  • exploration

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Beyond Blue (2020)

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Dive into the blue in 'Beyond Blue', an immersive underwater adventure that combines education and relaxation. As Mirai, a deep-sea explorer, you'll interact with marine life, unravel oceanic mysteries, and get lost in a heartwarming story. With stunning visuals and a soothing soundtrack, it's your chance to experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the ocean.

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What we like:
  • Educational and informative
  • Beautifully designed with fantastic visuals
  • Immersive with a relaxing gameplay
  • Heartwarming narrative
  • Excellent audio design
What could be improved:
  • Jerky controls
  • Repetitive gameplay
  • Short duration with limited replay value
  • Underdeveloped story

  • underwater
  • education
  • submarine
  • exploration
  • narrative
  • relaxing

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