Chapter 2: The Cardinal's Grail


Below The Ocean's first update is here!
Return to the ocean's deepest depths in search of "The Cardinal's Grail"!


This update brings along a few major features

  • SAVE POINTS: Some air tanks will have a ribbon tied to them, these tanks are checkpoints AND save points, so you can suspend a "dive", and return to it later.
  • Chapter Select: Keep track of each expedition's progress.
  • Speedrun Mode: Once you complete a chapter, you'll have the option to start a new dive in Speedrun Mode; which makes all the diamonds look new. Perfect for those 100% diamond speedruns!

In the works:

  • Chapter 3: The Nobleman's Crest: I'm obviously working on some more levels for Chapter 3. The main challenge for each update is to think of new and different ways to use the tether mechanics for platforming AND puzzle-solving.
  • Unlockables: I'm planning on adding unlockable treasures, starting with player skins. Probably color palettes too. You'll be able to find some treasures hidden in the levels, as well as unlock them through challenges/achievements.
  • Fast Travel System: fast travel across save points. Good for treasure hunting!

On my mind:

  • EXTRA HARD LEVELS: One of my design objectives for Below the Ocean is to keep the level design easy enough for my wife Kelsey to complete each chapter; I usually round down any sharp corners she runs into. But this approach can also be extremely limiting, so I'm considering some more difficult areas as an additional side challenge.  It's on my mind for now, because I'm going to focus on my "main quest" first, but eventually I want to make some REALLY REALLY hard levels. We'll see how that goes.

I'm aiming for Chapter 3 release date of August 6th 2021, wish me luck!

Hopefully yall are enjoying Chapter 2 for now! Thanks for all your continued support!

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