The Best Underwater Games for Mac OS

Update : Behind Glass: Aquarium Simulator added at rank #5.
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DAVE THE DIVER (2023)

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PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Mac OS

Dive into a captivating ocean adventure in DAVE THE DIVER! Explore the ocean's mysteries by day, run a bustling sushi restaurant at night, and laugh with quirky characters. With stunning graphics, diverse gameplay, and constant new content, you'll be hooked for hours. Prepare for a whirlwind of exploration, humor, and the transformative power of food!

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What we like:
  • Immersive and diverse adventure RPG
  • Constantly evolving content
  • Attention to detail and stunning pixel art
  • Comedic dialogue
  • Perfectly paced gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Long loading screens
  • Some game mechanics not fully explained

  • underwater
  • farming
  • management
  • pixel
  • simulation
  • exploration
  • adventure
  • rpg
  • crafting

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Subnautica: Below Zero (2019)

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Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Mac OS PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5

Plunge into the icy depths of Subnautica: Below Zero! Unravel the mystery of your sister's disappearance while braving the alien arctic. Craft, explore, and survive in a world teeming with otherworldly wonders. Each discovery propels you through a story rich with adventure and intrigue. Are you ready to uncover the secrets beneath the ice?


What we like:
  • Stunning alien underwater environments
  • Engaging narrative with a personal quest
  • Diverse biomes filled with unique creatures
  • Streamlined survival mechanics
  • Inviting to both series veterans and newcomers
What could be improved:
  • Some resources can be challenging to locate
  • Exploration may be hindered by confusing terrain

  • survival
  • underwater
  • crafting
  • exploration
  • open-world

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Subnautica (2018)

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Mac OS Android Xbox Series X Xbox One osvr Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Plunge into Subnautica's alien ocean world, where survival hinges on your ability to adapt. Build, explore, and unravel mysteries in a breathtaking underwater realm. It's not just a game—it's an odyssey beneath the waves that will test your instincts and dazzle your senses.

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What we like:
  • Gorgeous, immersive environments
  • Deep crafting and base-building
  • Compelling exploration and discovery
  • Rich storyline and world-building
  • Dynamic sound design enhancing atmosphere
What could be improved:
  • Occasional performance dips in deep areas
  • Limited inventory space can frustrate resource management

  • survival
  • underwater
  • crafting
  • open-world
  • exploration

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In Other Waters (2020)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Mac OS

In Other Waters is a captivating adventure game where you guide an underwater explorer to uncover the secrets of a mysterious alien planet. With a unique AI to guide you and a malfunctioning diving suit to navigate the alien landscape, you will be captivated by the game's narrative that asks deep questions about the nature of life. Unlock upgrades and explore the ocean depths, discovering strange creatures and environments. With intuitive controls and a beautiful UI, In Other Waters is a must-play for any adventure game enthusiast.


What we like:
  • Interesting exploration and unique framing
  • Slow rhythm of exploration creates a cool vibe
  • Fascinating ecosystems and scientific writing
  • Great for a chill and read experience
  • Exceptionally well-done concept and world-building with thoughtful gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Underutilized potential and disappointing story direction
  • Lack of map tools and predictable story
  • Tedious mechanics and hard-to-read text boxes

  • underwater
  • exploration
  • discovery
  • minimalist
  • mystery
  • sci-fi
  • inventory
  • narrative
  • adventure
  • atmospheric
  • text
  • story
  • point-and-click
  • relaxing
  • aliens

5

Behind Glass: Aquarium Simulator (2025)

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Mac OS PC Windows

Create stunning virtual aquariums on your PC! Our advanced 3D engine brings your fish tank to life with breathtaking realism, featuring lifelike fish, plants, decorations, and more. Transform your monitor into a vibrant, living aquarium. Virtual aquascaping has never been easier!

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  • underwater
  • simulation
  • life
  • idler
  • nature
  • submarine
  • clicker
  • relaxing
  • farming
  • realistic
  • education
  • building
  • fish-keeping
  • 3d
  • family-friendly

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Ocean Planet (2024)

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Android Mac OS Linux PC Windows

Ocean Planet takes the ideas & gameplay of "Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy" and treats it as an art form, with atmospheric & immersive visuals and audio. You will be plunged into a diverse aquatic world, and it is up to you to rise up and see what awaits you at the surface.

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  • swimming
  • underwater
  • precision
  • platform
  • 2.5d
  • simulation
  • moddable
  • manipulation
  • time
  • psychological
  • dystopian
  • horror
  • exploration
  • sci-fi
  • linear

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Lakesider: Above and Below (2024)

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Working class weeb Knox's life is forever disturbed after a cute fish girl saves him from drowning himself by accident, introducing him to a strange sunken town hidden beneath the lake. An at times (un)comfortable slice of life turned survival horror you won't want to miss!

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  • underwater
  • humor
  • thriller
  • survival-horror
  • choices
  • visual-novel
  • romance
  • anime
  • psychological
  • dark
  • fantasy
  • drama
  • horror
  • atmospheric
  • cartoony

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Under the blue horizon - Aquarium (2024)

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"Under the blue horizon - Aquarium" is a game for those who want to enjoy watching fish. Observe fish in the sea and in aquariums. Discover more types of special fish. Enjoy it while working, relax, or clear your mind.

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  • idler
  • underwater
  • modeling
  • animation
  • pixel
  • relaxing
  • clicker
  • casual
  • sandbox
  • scroller

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Loddlenaut (2023)

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Play as an interstellar custodian sent to clean up a polluted ocean planet. Pick up trash, explore the vibrant waters, and take care of axolotl-like alien creatures!

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  • cozy
  • underwater
  • collector
  • creature
  • relaxing
  • open-world
  • colourful
  • exploration
  • aliens
  • cute
  • sci-fi
  • 3d
  • sandbox
  • atmospheric
  • crafting

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Harmonic Depths (2023)

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Embark on a relaxing journey in an underwater realm. Glide through captivating environments, embracing the tranquility of exploration and survival found in these Harmonic Depths.

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  • immersive
  • underwater
  • submarine
  • nature
  • rhythm
  • attack
  • score
  • survival
  • exploration
  • simulation
  • relaxing
  • 3d
  • arcade
  • open-world

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