In Other Waters

In Other Waters tells a tense, absorbing mystery through exquisitely minimalist means.

Hypnotic art, otherworldly audio and captivating writing meet in an undersea exploration game that wants you to take your time.

A gentle and engrossing underwater sci-fi game that will have you thinking about more than what lies beneath the waves.

In Other Waters succeeds more as an exercise in world building than as an exciting adventure game

It is really very good, though. It’s very meditative. Calming. It’s possibly exactly what you need right now.

A very pleasant surprise indeed, In Other Waters is a bit of a minimalist masterpiece that you'll often want to dip into for a more contemplative experience than the majority of the Switch's library. It has found a perfect home on the handheld, the form factor of which massively works in the favour of the game's mood and atmosphere to create an exceptional and unique experience. What you're getting here is a story that you're an integral part of, and it's one of the coolest, cleverest games we've played in a long time. An absolutely first-class effort.

In Other Waters is engrossing, beautiful and perfectly balanced both in terms of immersive gameplay and intriguing narrative. Its relaxing without being boring, and thoughtful without treading the same tired sci-fi tropes.

Admittedly this is a game that requires players, from the word go, to get onboard with the idea that pace isn't paramount and that its complicated controls also serve the greater aesthetic on show.

Despite some of its interface quirks, In Other Waters is a masterfully designed game, woven tightly into its music soundtrack and emotional chronicling of the relationship between humans, AI, and the environment.

Despite interesting concepts and a clever interface, In Other Waters’ simplicity holds it back.