Barotrauma

Hey there, my fellow strategists and adventure seekers! Get ready to plunge into the chaotic and darkly humorous depths of Barotrauma. Developed by the innovative minds at FakeFish and Undertow Games, and making its splash in March 2023, this wild ride blends strategy, survival horror, and RPG elements all while keeping you strapped inside a submarine—yeah, you heard me right! Think of it as one part heart-pounding adventure, two parts “what the heck was that?!” horror.

Now, let’s get this straight: in Barotrauma, you’re not just a passenger. Oh no, you’re the captain, engineer, medic, and gunner—all at the same time! Your mission? Navigate a spaceship through alien-infested oceans while keeping your crew alive, which is no small feat—kinda like herding cats that know how to operate heavy machinery. You’ve got to steer the sub, tackle haunting monsters lurking in the abyss, manage complicated machinery, and fix leaks faster than you can say, “Oops, did I just flood the reactor?”

But wait, there’s more! The beauty of Barotrauma lies in its co-op mechanics—because what’s more fun than wrestling with chaos? Grab your friends, and embark on missions where communication is key and panic is just part of the job description. You’ll be crafting items on the fly, so make sure you’ve got your inventory straight; trust me, that power cell you just crafted will save your life as those tentacles of doom come your way!

And yeah, let’s not forget the pure thrill of fighting off those terrifying monsters that make your heart race! They never give you a heads-up, so stay on your toes— or even better, man the guns and shoot first, ask questions later. The action hits harder than a rogue wave crashing against your submarine's hull as you try to scream over the chaos.

But here’s the kicker: while you’re battling against the unknown and powering through missions, the underlying humor and absurdity of the whole situation will have you and your crew laughing (and occasionally crying) as you find yourselves in some absolutely ridiculous predicaments.

If you’re into strategic survival with your pals, grappling with the tension of every dark corridor, and don’t mind a few jokes sprinkled with a twist of horror, then buckle up and get your dive suits on! Barotrauma is ready to deliver an experience that’ll leave you and your crew howling both in terror and laughter. So, are you up for the challenge, or are you just going to float around in some safe noodle space? Let’s make waves in the deep!