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Under the Waves

Under The Waves is a narrative-focused adventure game exploring human grief's depths and power. Set in the 1970s, Stan, a professional diver, is battling with losing a loved one and trying to figure out how to move on. Players will take control of Stan as he descends into the oceans to enter true solitude. However, players must drag Stan deeper into his self-imposed isolation or bring him back to the surface to face reality head-on. Players will travel through the ocean, underwater caves, shipwrecks, and more using Stan's Submarine and wetsuit as he pieces together his memories surrounding the tragedy that led to this journey.

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Under the Waves
Top Critic Avg: 72/100 Critics Rec: 56%
Released
August 29, 2023
ESRB
M For Mature 17+ // Mild Violence, Strong Language
Developer(s)
Parallel Studio
Publisher(s)
Quantic Dream
Engine
Unreal Engine 4
Steam Deck Compatibility
Uned

ESRB
M For Mature 17+ // Mild Violence, Strong Language

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Under the Waves main character Stan in his suit with the SR Interviews logo below.
From Radiohead To Icelandic Music: Nicolas Bredin & Ronan Coiffec On The Under The Waves Soundtrack [EXCLUSIVE]

Composer Nicolas Bredin and Parallel Studios CEO Ronan Coiffec discuss crafting the music of Under the Waves and the game's new vinyl release.

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"A Truly Immersive Narrative-Driven Game": Under The Waves Review

Under The Waves is a powerful story with wonderful atmosphere, but a lack of polish holds it back from achieving its true potential.