New pixel-art RPG is already 10 out of 10 on Steam, and it’s on sale

Dave the Diver looks like a mix of a number of RPG games. The pixel-art visible model and occasional fight sequences remind me of Stardew Valley and Darkest Dungeon, whereas the eccentric, uncommon, however nonetheless lovable solid is correct out of Disco Elysium. The administration sim facet has shades of FTL, and there are additionally flashes of Undertale and basic platformer Fez. On the identical time, Dave the Diver feels completely distinctive, a sport the place you go fishing throughout the day, then personal and function a sushi restaurant at night time. Little surprise then that Dave the Diver’s Steam critiques are already ‘overwhelmingly constructive’ – with the summer time Steam sale about to kick off, you’ve bought to do that.

Launched on Wednesday, June 28, following a stint in early entry, Dave the Diver has accrued 12,445 Steam consumer critiques, with 97% of them being constructive. That provides the indie sport an entire 10 out of 10 ranking on Valve’s storefront, doubtless marking Dave the Diver as one in every of 2023’s must-plays.

The sport is split into two halves. Because the eponymous Dave, you spend the daytime portion exploring the depths of the ‘Blue Gap,’ an area fishing spot crammed with treasures, predatory sea monsters, and even different, hostile divers. You might want to catch and accumulate as a lot as you may, nevertheless, as night-time introduces the management game facet of Dave the Diver, whereby you prepare dinner and serve in a busy sushi restaurant.

Everybody you meet has a (normally absurd) story, and there are some genuinely laugh-out-loud moments right here. With over 18,000 Steam gamers already, Dave the Diver is certainly one to attempt, particularly because it’s at the moment out there at an introductory low cost. You may get Dave the Diver on Steam for $17.99 / £15.29, down from $19.99 / £16.99. Simply head proper here.

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