“It’s clear that we both adore one another’s games a lot” – Dave the Diver and Subnautica 2 team up for a crossover made in heaven
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
At the Triple‑i Showcase, Mintrocket announced a free crossover DLC that will merge the worlds of Dave the Diver and Subnautica 2, slated for early 2027. Developed jointly with Unknown Worlds, the expansion transports Dave and his companion Bancho from the sushi‑focused depths of Dave the Diver to Subnautica 2’s ocean moon Proteus, where they encounter the franchise’s iconic Leviathan and new marine life. While both titles share underwater exploration, they differ tonally, making the partnership a distinctive blend compared with Dave the Diver’s previous crossovers with Balatro, Yakuza, Godzilla and Guilty Gear. The DLC is already wish‑listable on Steam, and the collaboration is framed by studio heads as a “love letter” to each game’s fanbases.
💡 Why It Matters
- · The free DLC leverages Subnautica 2’s rapid early‑access success to broaden Dave the Diver’s audience, while showcasing how indie studios can create high‑profile cross‑genre collaborations without monetary barriers.
