Drop Rate Studio has released Dive or Die: Children of Rain, a new underwater horror roguelite now available on PC via Steam. The title arrives with a 98% positive rating from early player reviews and is currently available at a 20% launch discount.
Quick Facts
- Developer: Drop Rate Studio
- Platforms: PC (Windows/Linux via Proton)
- Launch Price: $14.39 USD / £12.79 / 14,39€ (with 20% discount)
- Sale Duration: Two weeks from launch
Gameplay and Survival Mechanics
Set in a world submerged by the "Black Rain," players manage a small camp of survivors tasked with finding lost idols of an eldritch entity known as the Rainmaker. The game operates on a 40-day time limit; failure to recover the idols within this window results in a final, world-ending flood.
The gameplay loop alternates between base management and hazardous deep-sea dives. At the camp, players must balance resources like food and gear while assigning survivors to specific roles. These upgrades are essential for survival but require careful planning, as resources are scarce and each day presents new crises.
Dives into the Abyssal Pool are designed to be high-risk, high-reward encounters. Creative Director Théo Maudet notes that players must contend with dwindling air, physical wounds, and rising madness. The core tension stems from the decision to push deeper for better loot versus returning to the surface before the environment or the creatures lurking in the dark end the run.
Platform Availability and Steam Deck Support
Dive or Die: Children of Rain is available on Steam with support for Linux, though the developer specifies that Steam Deck functionality is achieved via the Windows build and Proton. While the game is verified for the device, there is currently no detailed technical data regarding frame rates, battery performance, or native Vulkan implementation.
The launch discount of 20% brings the price down to $14.39 USD, £12.79, or 14,39€, depending on the region. This promotion will remain live for two weeks following the release.