Underplayed Gems

Beyond Blue (2020)

Beyond Blue cover
Developer
E-Line Media
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating
4.4 of 5, 1,497 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slow, meditative exploration through a vividly realized undersea world, focused on discovery and scientific wonder rather than action or tension.

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What players say

Players describe it as a relaxing, documentary-like experience with a strong emotional throughline and educational value. The short main story uses whale behavior as metaphors for human life, and the ending is repeatedly called memorable. Some find the deep water sections genuinely unsettling despite no danger.

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