Dave the Diver: the award-winning indie hit dives onto Nintendo Switch 2
Dave the Diver, created by Mintrocket, has become one of the most celebrated indie titles of recent years.
Blending deep-sea exploration, adventure, humor and sushi management, it offers a refreshing and addictive experience.
By day, players dive into the ever-changing “Blue Hole,” catching fish and uncovering secrets.
By night, they run their own sushi restaurant, serving customers with ingredients collected from their dives.
This creative loop of exploration and management is what makes Dave the Diver so irresistible.
Now available on Nintendo Switch 2
After its success on PC, PlayStation and the original Nintendo Switch, Dave the Diver officially launches today on Nintendo Switch 2, featuring enhanced visuals, 4K resolution, improved haptics and faster loading times.
Available on the Nintendo eShop starting today for approximately €19.99 / $19.99, it’s already trending among the week’s top downloads.
Global success and industry awards
Since its debut, Dave the Diver has earned widespread acclaim and multiple awards, including:
- Best Independent Game – The Game Awards 2023
- Excellence in Design – Indie Game Festival 2024
- Player’s Choice – Steam Awards 2023
- Critics’ Special Prize – Golden Joystick Awards 2024
With over 2.5 million copies sold and a Metacritic score above 90, the game has solidified its place as one of the most successful and beloved indie projects of the decade.
Gameplay highlights
- Dynamic ocean exploration: dive through ever-changing underwater environments.
- Restaurant management: prepare sushi, upgrade your restaurant and satisfy your customers.
- Pixel-art style: charming visuals paired with beautiful music and fluid animations.
- Progression and upgrades: enhance your gear and unlock new abilities as you advance.
Other top releases on Nintendo eShop
This week’s eShop lineup is stacked with top-quality titles alongside Dave the Diver:
- Hades II – the anticipated sequel to the action roguelike masterpiece.
- Sea of Stars – a retro-inspired RPG with stunning visuals and heartfelt storytelling.
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo’s fresh take on 2D platforming.
- Eastward: Octopia DLC – an expansion to one of the most beloved indie adventures.
Nintendo’s store continues to strike a balance between blockbusters and indie gems — and Dave the Diver fits perfectly among them.
Conclusion
Dave the Diver proves that creativity, humor and heart can outperform any blockbuster budget.
Now available on Nintendo Switch 2, it’s the perfect moment to dive back into the Blue Hole, catch your fish and serve your sushi.
One of the most charming and rewarding games of the last few years just got even better.
