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Benthos

Benthos is a co-op submarine exploration game set in the depths of an alien ocean. Coordinate your crew to pilot the sub, man the guns, hunt monsters, and complete high-risk missions. Build new underwater facilities, upgrade your vessel, and uncover the secrets hidden beneath the ice.

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Doodlefish Games
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Doodlefish Games
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About the Game

Once a thriving hub of commerce, trade, and exploration, this alien planet has long since been abandoned. While most have moved to new opportunities, one man is determined to keep exploring. You and your fellow mercenaries must work together to pilot a submarine and navigate the ocean’s dangerous depths, helping your mysterious sponsor discover the secrets beneath the surface.

Submarine

Manage the power and health of your submarine as you explore. Divert a limited amount of power between consoles that control various aspects of the ship. Use the sonar to detect nearby creatures, use the turrets to ward off enemies, use the shield to prevent damage, and more.

Cooperation

Work together with up to 4 players to manage your sub, coordinating which consoles to use and when to use them in order to address threats. Choose from a variety of missions during each voyage into the ocean, each requiring you to work together in unique ways. One wrong move could mean death, so teamwork is of the utmost importance.

Exploration

Uncover the various zones in the dark depths, each with its own unique habitat and organisms. Take on missions specific to each area and rebuild checkpoints that have been left unused. It is up to you and your team to discover the secrets lurking at this mysterious planet's core.

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