Unleashing the Terror of the Ocean: A Review of 'Still Wakes the Deep'

Tech & AI | June 18, 2024, 5:34 a.m.

In The Chinese Room's latest first-person horror game, Still Wakes the Deep, players are plunged into a nautical nightmare as protagonist McLearly fights for survival on an oil rig overtaken by a mysterious terror from the sea. The game impresses with its immersive voice acting and writing, putting players in the shoes of McLearly, a likable electrician navigating through chaos and monstrous transformations of his colleagues. The game's tactile gameplay, environmental puzzles, and terrifying creatures keep players on edge as they try to escape the rig's impending doom. The detailed setting, combined with excellent sound design, creates a truly immersive and atmospheric experience. While the game may not offer groundbreaking gameplay, it is a worthy addition to the horror genre and a testament to the fear and mystery that the vast ocean holds.