Under The Waves
Released Aug 2023
Stan, a professional diver in the North Sea, is struggling to overcome a life-changing loss during an extended mission underwater. Stuck in his self-imposed solitude, he starts to experience strange events and will have to make the most significant choice of his life...
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All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
Under The Waves launched on August 28, 2023 as a self-contained narrative adventure game. The store description presents it as a complete story experience with a defined beginning and end — there is no mention of post-launch content, seasons, expansions, or ongoing updates. The only DLC listed is a soundtrack release (December 21, 2023), which is not gameplay content.
Following launch, the developer issued a series of bug-fix patches through early 2024 to address stability issues and improve the experience. The most recent developer communication, from December 2, 2024, celebrated the game's first anniversary and encouraged players to nominate it for the Steam "Labor of Love" award — with no mention of any upcoming content or continued development plans. A free demo was also released in September 2024 to mark the anniversary, aimed at bringing in new players rather than signaling new content for existing ones.
There is no announced DLC, no roadmap, no unreleased content on the store, and no developer statements suggesting further gameplay content is planned. The game appears to have shipped as a finished narrative product and has since received only maintenance support.
Evidence
The only DLC listed is a soundtrack, released December 21, 2023. No gameplay DLC or expansions exist on the store.
Developer's most recent post (December 2, 2024) celebrated the game's first anniversary and encouraged a Steam award nomination, with no mention of upcoming content or continued development.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Spotlight by Quantic Dream
Achievements
38
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Players
Single-player
About this game
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 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 his own life, both literally and figuratively. Will Stan ever reach the surface again?
- Explore the depths of the sea – Pilot your submarine over the abyss and swim your way through caves, wrecks, and submerged plants in search of backstory pieces, salvageable waste, collectibles, and more. Craft equipment to help Stan explore further.
- Witness the beauty of the ocean – Dive through gorgeous underwater environments, from unfathomable depths to retro-futuristic facilities, immersed in a contemplative ambiance brought to life by an atmospheric soundtrack.
- A unique setting full of mysteries - Discover an alternate reality of the year 1979 where retro, science-fiction, and fantasy flow together in beautifully-rendered graphics.
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Last evaluated Jun 21, 2026
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