IGN
Original Score: 9/10 · 2023-06-26
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“Awholesome, hilarious, and surprisingly deep RPG adventure that never stops introducing fun new mechanics.”
Deep-Sea Exploration & Sushi Restaurant Adventure · Developed by MINTROCKET · Published by MINTROCKET
By day you harpoon fish in a shifting pixel-art Blue Hole; by night you run a bustling sushi bar — custom-built for portable play.
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Dave the Diver is one of the most joyful gameplay loops on portable hardware. Its 20-minute dive-and-dinner-service cycle fits commuter sessions on Steam Deck OLED and Nintendo Switch OLED, while the PS5 version adds clever DualSense trigger resistance when reeling in giant predators.
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“Awholesome, hilarious, and surprisingly deep RPG adventure that never stops introducing fun new mechanics.”
“An irresistible blend of underwater exploration and frantic restaurant management.”
“Every dive feeds directly into your sushi bar in one of the most satisfying loops in gaming.”
“Generous, charming, and impossible to play for just one in-game day.”