UBOAT (2024)

Developer: Deep Water Studio
Publisher: PlayWay S.A.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 26,866 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 25 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense, management-heavy survival sim where every detail of crew condition and submarine damage must be balanced against the constant threat of disaster.

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What players say

Players praise the deep crew management and authentic survival simulation, often comparing it to the Silent Hunter series. However, many report frequent crashes and game-breaking bugs, especially after docking or with the DLC, making long campaigns nearly impossible. The combat loop can feel repetitive and enemy ships are scarce.

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