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Shark Attack Deathmatch 2

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360 • 2019

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Quick resume

Combat in Shark Attack Deathmatch 2 is savage, gritty, and brutal. Players hunt each other down in various game modes with the constant threat of terrifying sharks joining in on the bloodshed. Tear divers apart as you take on the role as the ocean's top apex predator, The Great White.

Global score

76/100

Genres

Action, Indie, Shooter

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    Pros

    • Realistic and immersive underwater atmosphere
    • Engaging multiplayer modes including deathmatch and co-op survival
    • Good value for price with active developer support
    • Detailed shark ai and animations
    • Customization options for divers

    Cons

    • Low player base limits multiplayer experience
    • Limited content and game modes in early access
    • Few weapons and maps currently
    • Some bugs and glitches reported
    • Multiplayer achievements difficult due to low activity

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      4

      "Players can choose to play as sharks or divers with distinct playstyles and upgrade paths, allowing freedom in tactics and decisions."

      Capsule for Depth Depth

      "Players can choose to play as divers or sharks, select different weapons, and explore maps freely, indicating high control over actions."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      3

      "Game involves skillful shooting, resource management, building defenses, and surviving increasingly difficult waves, providing a sense of effectiveness and challenge."

      Capsule for Over 9000 Zombies! Over 9000 Zombies!

      "Game involves skillful aiming, managing oxygen, and surviving against sharks and players, providing effective challenges and feedback."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      4

      "Multiplayer deathmatch and leaderboards encourage competitive play; players enjoy ranked matches and skill challenges against others."

      Capsule for Grapples Galore Grapples Galore

      "Includes deathmatch modes with leaderboards and ranking, encouraging player vs player competition."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      2

      "Players report enjoying extended play sessions and replay value, though some find bugs and limited content reduce long-term engagement."

      Capsule for Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021: Prologue Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021: Prologue

      "Players report fun but limited content and low player base reduce long-term engagement, though survival mode and co-op add replay value."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      3

      "Co-op modes and survival with friends are highlighted as enjoyable, encouraging teamwork."

      Capsule for Deadswitch 3 Deadswitch 3

      "Co-op survival mode and team-based predator mode encourage working together with friends."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      2

      "Customization options and map variety allow some creative expression, though gameplay mostly follows preset modes and structures."

      Capsule for Goofy Gorillas Goofy Gorillas

      "Customization of diver outfits and different game modes allow some creative expression, but overall gameplay follows set structures."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -2

      "No strong evidence of trash talk or power imposition; interactions appear balanced and respectful."

      Capsule for Ride 2 Ride 2

      "No strong evidence of trash talk or power imposition; interactions appear balanced and respectful."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Immersive dark underwater setting and tense gameplay provide a strong escape from real life stress."

      Capsule for Darkwater Darkwater

      "Immersive underwater environment and tense gameplay provide strong escape from real life stress."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and interest, with no indication of obligation or pressure."

      Capsule for Gunpoint Gunpoint

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and interest, with no indication of obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      3

      "Players explore different weapons, tactics, and strategies, experimenting with gameplay mechanics."

      Capsule for TYRONE vs COPS TYRONE vs COPS

      "Players explore different maps, weapons, and modes, experimenting with strategies and gameplay styles."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      3

      "Large maps with hidden areas and objectives promote discovery and curiosity-driven play."

      Capsule for Party Hard 2 Party Hard 2

      "Varied maps including underwater cityscapes encourage discovery and curiosity-driven play."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      2

      "Some customization of color palettes allows limited self-expression, though overall minimalistic visuals."

      Capsule for Flat Heroes Flat Heroes

      "Customization of diver appearance allows some self-expression, though limited cosmetic options."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      1

      "The setting is somewhat realistic survival on ocean with some fictional elements; moderate fantasy immersion."

      Capsule for Raft Raft

      "Game is realistic in shark behavior and underwater setting, with limited fantasy elements."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      3

      "Community and playing with friends foster a sense of belonging despite limited in-game social features."

      Capsule for Dota Underlords Dota Underlords

      "Playing with friends and community interaction foster a sense of belonging."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      2

      "Players develop skills in aiming, strategy, and weapon use over time."

      Capsule for Worms Worms

      "Players develop aiming skills, survival tactics, and game knowledge over time."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

      Capsule for Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention due to survival mechanics, combat, and exploration."

      Capsule for Far Cry® Primal Far Cry® Primal

      "Requires focused attention due to survival mechanics and combat."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -3

      "Limited social connections; interactions are mostly brief and focused on gameplay rather than emotional sharing."

      Capsule for EZ2ON REBOOT : R EZ2ON REBOOT : R

      "Social interactions are mostly casual and gameplay-focused, with limited emotional sharing."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      1

      "Some tactical coordination in co-op but no strong emphasis on leadership roles or authority."

      Capsule for Nation Red Nation Red

      "Some modes involve commanding sharks or coordinating in co-op, but no strong leadership roles."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      3

      "Players collect weapons, ammo, and upgrades through campaign and survival modes."

      Capsule for Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE

      "Players collect weapons, ammo, and upgrades, and rank up in multiplayer modes."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      -1

      "Tense and stressful atmosphere with survival pressure; some players find it immersive rather than relaxing."

      Capsule for The Banner Saga 3 The Banner Saga 3

      "Tense atmosphere and survival pressure reduce relaxation, though some find it fun and immersive."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      3

      "Visual and auditory effects create exciting and immersive sensory experiences."

      Capsule for World War Z World War Z

      "Visual and audio effects create exciting and immersive sensory experiences."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      2

      "Leaderboards and rankings provide some social recognition among players."

      Capsule for Hellish Quart Hellish Quart

      "Leaderboards and rankings provide social recognition among players."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      1

      "Minimal narrative with light story elements; focus is on gameplay rather than deep plot."

      Capsule for RAIDBORN RAIDBORN

      "Minimal narrative, focus is on gameplay and atmosphere rather than plot."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      3

      "Players must plan oxygen use and enemy avoidance strategies to survive."

      Capsule for They Breathe They Breathe

      "Players must plan oxygen use, positioning, and combat tactics to survive and succeed."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      4

      "High suspense and excitement from chasing, escaping, and combat create thrilling gameplay experiences."

      Capsule for Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals

      "High suspense from shark attacks, limited oxygen, and player combat create thrilling experiences."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      4

      "Players generally perceive good value for the low price and amount of gameplay."

      Capsule for Fidget Spinner Fidget Spinner

      "Players perceive good value for low price and gameplay content, especially given developer support."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      4

      "Combat involves killing sharks and other sea creatures; violence is a core gameplay element."

      Capsule for Death in the Water 2 Death in the Water 2

      "Combat and killing sharks and other players are central gameplay elements."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      4

      "Core gameplay revolves around managing oxygen, avoiding threats, and surviving underwater hazards."

      Capsule for Narcosis Narcosis

      "Survival mechanics including oxygen management and avoiding shark attacks are core to gameplay."

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Exploration. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Domination.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Last update: 30/04/2026