There’s One Big Problem With Dave The Diver’s Best Indie Nomination At TGA 2023

Dave the Diver shouldn’t qualify for the Best Independent Game category at The Game Awards. Released on June 28, 2023, for macOS and Windows, and followed by a Switch release on October 26, Dave the Diver has captivated players worldwide with its unique, genre-bending gameplay. Part roguelike RPG and part restaurant sim, it puts players in control of a diver, tasked with fending off sea monsters to supply a sushi restaurant’s walk-in fridge during the day, then dishing out fish to exacting customers at night. Over time, players can upgrade both Dave’s diving and cooking equipment, unlock recipes, and attract affluent diners to make his business easier and more lucrative.