Best Underwater Games on Steam (for Mac OS)
Steam currently has 476 Underwater games, but not all of them are able to be played on Mac. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Underwater game rankings were last updated on 5/16/2024.
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1. DAVE THE DIVER
DAVE THE DIVER is a casual, singleplayer adventure RPG featuring deep-sea exploration and fishing during the day and sushi restaurant management at night. Join Dave and his quirky friends as they seek to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Blue Hole.
DAVE THE DIVER holds the #1 spot for "best Mac OS Underwater game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 96,566 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94,031 positive reviews and 2,535 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 6/28/2023 |
| Developer | MINTROCKET |
| Publisher | MINTROCKET |
| Steam App Id | 1868140 |
2. Subnautica
Descend into the depths of an alien underwater world filled with wonder and peril. Craft equipment, pilot submarines and out-smart wildlife to explore lush coral reefs, volcanoes, cave systems, and more - all while trying to survive.
Subnautica has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Mac OS Underwater games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 269,387 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 260,848 positive reviews and 8,539 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 1/24/2018 |
| Franchise | Unknown Worlds |
| Developer | Unknown Worlds Entertainment |
| Publisher | Unknown Worlds Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 264710 |
3. Loddlenaut
Play as an interstellar custodian sent to clean up a polluted ocean planet. Pick up trash, explore the vibrant waters, and take care of axolotl-like alien creatures!
Loddlenaut has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Mac OS Underwater games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,698 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,656 positive reviews and 42 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 11/16/2023 |
| Franchise | Secret Mode |
| Developer | Moon Lagoon |
| Publisher | Secret Mode |
| Steam App Id | 1644940 |
4. Barotrauma
Barotrauma is a 2D co-op submarine simulator – in space, with survival horror and RPG elements. Steer your submarine, complete missions, fight monsters, fix leaks, operate machinery, man the guns and craft items, and stay alert: danger in Barotrauma doesn’t announce itself!
Barotrauma has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Mac OS Underwater games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 63,405 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,323 positive reviews and 4,082 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $34.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Barotrauma on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $34.99 |
| Release Date | 3/13/2023 |
| Franchise | Daedalic Entertainment |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Daedalic Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 602960 |
5. Megaquarium
The public aquarium simulator. Design your displays, look after your fish, manage your staff and keep your guests happy! It's all in a day's work as the curator of your very own Megaquarium.
Megaquarium has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Mac OS Underwater games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,117 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,962 positive reviews and 155 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Megaquarium on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 9/13/2018 |
| Developer | Twice Circled |
| Publisher | Twice Circled |
| Steam App Id | 600480 |
6. Chillquarium
Chillquarium is a cozy and relaxing idle game. Buy fish and raise them in real time, then sell them to turn a profit! Customize your aquarium as you progress from a simple starter tank to your dream setup by filling your collection with rare exotic fish and ultra-rare color variants!
Chillquarium has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Mac OS Underwater games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,358 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,075 positive reviews and 283 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Chillquarium on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. Subnautica: Below Zero
Dive into a freezing underwater adventure on an alien planet. Below Zero is set two years after the original Subnautica. Return to Planet 4546B to uncover the truth behind a deadly cover-up. Survive by building habitats, crafting tools, & diving deeper into the world of Subnautica.
Subnautica: Below Zero has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Mac OS Underwater games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87,337 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 79,481 positive reviews and 7,856 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Subnautica: Below Zero on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 5/14/2021 |
| Franchise | Unknown Worlds |
| Developer | Unknown Worlds Entertainment |
| Publisher | Unknown Worlds Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 848450 |
8. Behind Glass: Aquarium Simulator
Create your very own aquariums on your PC with Behind Glass. With our realistic 3D aquarium engine, you can enjoy the details of lifelike fish, plants, decorations, algae, and more. Add realistic water and lighting effects and your monitor becomes a fish tank. Virtual aquascaping is so easy!
Behind Glass: Aquarium Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Mac OS Underwater games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 246 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 237 positive reviews and 9 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 8/25/2021 |
| Developer | BitBros Inc |
| Publisher | BitBros Inc |
| Steam App Id | 1611580 |
9. Abyss: The Wraiths of Eden
Take a deep breath and find your fiancée who went missing in the dark abyss of the ocean.
Abyss: The Wraiths of Eden has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Mac OS Underwater games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,415 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,276 positive reviews and 139 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 4/3/2014 |
| Developer | Artifex Mundi |
| Publisher | Artifex Mundi |
| Steam App Id | 284710 |
10. Fishy 3D
An adventure game about a hungry fish 🐟 Dive, jump, swim and eat your way through a lush micro-world. Can you escape the polluted pond?
Fishy 3D has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Mac OS Underwater games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 58 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 58 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $2.99 |
| Release Date | 10/21/2020 |
| Developer | Sokpop Collective |
| Publisher | Sokpop Collective |
| Steam App Id | 1446000 |
More Underwater Mac Games on Steam
Explore even more rankings for the 10 best Underwater games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 1,994 | 6/28/2023 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,806 | 1/24/2018 | 96 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 73 | 11/16/2023 | 92 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,187 | 3/13/2023 | 92 | $34.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 82 | 9/13/2018 | 91 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 304 | 9/6/2023 | 90 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 888 | 5/14/2021 | 90 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 8/25/2021 | 88 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 4/3/2014 | 86 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/21/2020 | 85 | $2.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). DAVE THE DIVER on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Subnautica on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Loddlenaut on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 12). Barotrauma on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 12). Megaquarium on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 12). Chillquarium on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Subnautica: Below Zero on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 2). Behind Glass: Aquarium Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Abyss: The Wraiths of Eden on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 22). Fishy 3D on Steam. Steam Store.