Under The Waves overview

Overview

Under The Waves comes from Parallel Studio and is published by Spotlight by Quantic Dream. It arrived on Steam on Aug 28, 2023, and it sits naturally among Single-player, Full controller support, Gamepad Recommended, DualShock Controller Support, DualShock Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, and Family Sharing. SteamPulse tracks it across Windows, Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation so readers get a quick useful snapshot, not just a wall of numbers.

Players and reviews

Under The Waves's latest SteamPulse observation recorded 21 players at 12 October 2026 - 16:00:26 UTC, with a tracked peak near 290. This peak is the highest value in the available SteamPulse record and may not include activity before tracking began. Player reaction is 78% positive across 2,013 reviews.

Language and system requirements

Under The Waves is available in 21 languages including:

10 regional rating boards including dejus, usk, oflc, nzoflc, and csrr

Sales, recommendations, and streams

Under The Waves has sold up to 64,770 units and has 1,725 Steam recommendations. The estimated VGI revenue is $1,300,000. On Twitch, 0 streamers are live with around 0 total watchers.

Under The Waves overview details

Under The Waves combines live player counts with reviews, pricing, platform support, Store metadata, dated player history, media, recent news, and related games.

Steam Store description

Under The Waves is a narrative-driven adventure game about the engulfing power of grief. Set in the depths of the North Sea in a techno-futuristic 1970s, professional diver Stan is struggling to overcome a life-changing loss and embrace a new future. The isolation of the deep sea is a fitting manifestation of his state of mind, and as Stan retreads further into his self-imposed solitude, he starts to experience strange events far beneath the waves. He will eventually have to make a difficult choice... A love letter to the oceans, Under The Waves invites you to dive into a gorgeous underwater world, brought to life in a poetic blend of cinematic visuals and poignant storytelling. Live a gripping story through Stan’s eyes and guide him through an unforeseen series of events that will bring him deeper and deeper into the abyss, the reflection of his own psyche. Wander the vast seabed piloting Stan’s submarine and encounter the beautiful wildlife, Stan’s only company while he’s trapped in his own mind. Explore caves, wrecks, and underwater plants with Stan’s special wetsuit, following the mysterious manifestations of his memories, to find a way back to the surface and save his life. Collect materials and craft equipment that will help Stan navigate further on this self-discovery expedition. You will have to dare get off the beaten track to experience mesmerizing moments and reveal more about the tragic past he is trying to escape... KEY FEATURES A surreal voyage under the waves — Live a poetic underwater adventure about a man trying to overcome his traumatic past and save hi…

SteamPulse editorial summary

Under The Waves is listed as a game with $1.49 (95% off from $29.99). It supports Windows, belongs to Single-player, Full controller support, Gamepad Recommended, DualShock Controller Support, DualShock Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, and Family Sharing, and is associated with Adventure and Indie. SteamPulse's latest observation records 21 players at 12 October 2026 - 16:00:26 UTC, a tracked peak of 290, and 78% positive reviews.

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