Aquanox Deep Descent

First-person underwater vehicle shooter with customizable ships and faction battles

Digital Arrow · Published by THQ Nordic · Released Oct 16, 2020

Reviews: Mixed; 49% of 698
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 0; peak 24h 1
Steam Deck: Unsupported
Last update: 5 years ago; Dec 23, 2020

What is Aquanox Deep Descent?

A first-person vehicle shooter set in a future where people live in undersea stations because Earth's surface is uninhabitable. You pilot and upgrade ships, explore the ocean, and fight rival factions in a story campaign playable solo or in co-op. Competitive modes include Deathmatch and Team Deathmatch.

For you if...

+you like upgrading ships for different combat styles
+you want to play a story campaign with friends
+you enjoy exploring deep ocean settings

Not for you if...

−you expect fast, responsive ship movement during combat
−you would rather fight on foot than pilot vehicles

What players say

49% of 698 reviews are positive

Players praise the underwater exploration and playing alongside a friend. Common complaints include sluggish ship handling, repetitive fights, and a weak story; some players also report combat events failing to trigger.

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Aquanox Deep Descent system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows 7 or higher (64 bit)
Processor: 3.3 GHz or higher: AMD A8-6600K or Intel Core i7-950 or newer
Graphics: Direct3D 11, Shader Model 5.1 capable video card (GeForce GTX 560 2GB RAM or Radeon HD 7870 4GB RAM)
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Storage: 30 GB available space
DirectX: Version 11