When you think of great survival simulation games, Stranded Deep is definitely one of the more under-rated. It has really gone under the radar since releasing back in 2015. It’s one of the better games in this genre that puts your survival skills to the test in ways that very few similar games do.
This survival title from Beam Team Games released for the PS4 not too long ago, so now, a whole new crop of console gamers have the chance to experience its unique and memorable elements. If you’re into using critical thinking in regards to building, looking for food, and just surviving, then this game has a lot to offer.
It lets you take on the role of a plane crash survivor, who’s now somewhere near the Pacific Ocean. Without a clear path of how to get home, you’ll have to rely on your innate survival skills to overcome a bevvy of challenges this game throws at you. If you’ve seen movies like The Edge or Cast Away, then you know exactly what type of obstacles you’ll have to overcome on a seemingly deserted island.
The survival elements really shine through in Stranded Deep. You’ll have to stay vigilant of your hunger and thirst meters. Even the sun’s blistering heat can have an impact on your character’s health. As you brave these harsh elements, you’ll have to seek out things to craft. These include resources, weapons, and shelters. Seeing your creations manifest themselves through hard work makes you feel satisfied in a way that not a lot of games offer. That’s why Stranded Deep is truly a hidden gem that every survivalist should experience at some point.
The longer you survive in this game, the more skills you’ll be able to unlock. These include cooking, hunting, and harvesting. Progressing each skill is paramount to building new structures and taking down new threats. You’ll even get the chance to go toe to toe with the king of the ocean: the great white shark. These encounters never get old and they’ll certainly get the adrenaline pumping.
There are also plenty of bosses to defeat. A successful victory will net you the ultimate bragging rates. Stranded Deep really is a great survival simulator that now thanks to its PS4 release, more people can check out for the first time or perhaps re-visit again. It’s the perfect way to spend your days in self-quarantine.
