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Barotrauma

Barotrauma

March 13, 2023
FakeFish
3.8/5.0(196 RAWG ratings)
~4h playtime
Metacritic 81
ActionStrategySimulationIndie

Linux · macOS · PC

Great

Overall, players overwhelmingly praise Barotrauma for its engaging multiplayer experience, unique gameplay mechanics, and the community's active modding culture. However, some players express frustrations regarding the steep learning curve and occasional technical issues. Despite these criticisms, satisfaction levels are high among users.

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About This Game

Set beneath the icy surface of Jupiter's moon Europa, Barotrauma immerses players in a 2D co-op experience where they must manage a submarine crew, combat alien lifeforms, and explore a perilous world. The game is noted for its engaging multiplayer dynamics, deep job roles, and rich crafting system, ensuring every session is unique.

Highlights

  • Tense co-operative gameplay with up to 16 players per submarine.
  • Multiple character classes including captain with distinct roles.
  • Procedurally generated levels and events for high replayability.
  • In-depth crafting system for tools, drugs, and weapons.
  • Rich environment exploration with hidden artifacts and resources.
  • Robust mod tools supporting community-driven content on Steam Workshop.
  • Atmospheric immersion with humor and emergent storytelling.

Themes

sci-fisurvivaloceandarkmysteriouscooperationexplorationhorror

Mechanics

multiple-endingsresource-managementcombatstealthpuzzle-solvingcustomizationcharacter-creationinventory-managementtime-managementexplorationdialogue

Platforms

Linux
macOS
PC

Multiplayer

Co-op Supported

Game Information

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Player Reviews

Great

Overall, players overwhelmingly praise Barotrauma for its engaging multiplayer experience, unique gameplay mechanics, and the community's active modding culture. However, some players express frustrations regarding the steep learning curve and occasional technical issues. Despite these criticisms, satisfaction levels are high among users.

Pros

  • • Engaging multiplayer gameplay with good friend interaction
  • • High replayability with deep job roles and mod support
  • • Atmospheric and immersive deep-sea survival experience
  • • Unique and entertaining emergent storytelling
  • • Enjoyable gameplay mechanics with humor

Cons

  • • Steep learning curve that can frustrate new players
  • • Technical issues such as lag and bugs during multiplayer
  • • Criticism of the reliance on having friends for a full experience
  • • Initial gameplay can feel overwhelming without guidance
  • • Difficulty in managing minimal monetary rewards

Based on 100 reviews from steam

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Barotrauma — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barotrauma worth playing?
Barotrauma has a great reception from players.
When did Barotrauma release?
Barotrauma released on March 13, 2023.