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The Calmer Waters Update is Here – Time To Go With the Flow!
We’re excited to bring you the Calmer Waters update, a highly requested relaxed game mode where you'll still encounter hazards, but they'll always appear at their lowest severity, and there will be a much longer gap bet…
Event55 changesUI/audioGameplay - Life Below
More fixes in Update 1.1.3!
Hey Reef Guardians! We are pleased to share an update resolving issues some players have been experiencing - we are so sorry and thank you so much for flagging the issues so quickly. Fixes include: Corrupted zone temper…
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Update 1.1.1 is here!
Hey Reef Guardians! We have been working hard to make sure bugs are fixed and looking at more balance feedback we've received. Again, we can't thank you all enough for all the bug reporting and wonderful reviews and fee…
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Update 1.1.0 Is Here!
Thank you so much everyone for all your feedback since launch! It's been really incredible to see everyone getting into the game and your screenshots. We really appreciate that you want to spend time with this underwate…
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Life Below is Out Now!
We’re incredibly proud to announce that Life Below has launched and is all yours! Restore fragile ecosystems, grow vibrant coral reefs, and bring life back to the ocean in this atmospheric underwater city builder. Guide…
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Whale and Dolphin Conservation x Life Below
Reef Guardians! With just 8 days until launch, we’re excited to announce a partnership with Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC) to make a special supporter pack available on launch day alongside the game. This charity…
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Introducing the Special Edition!
We’re excited to reveal the ultimate way to dive deeper into Life Below! This special edition celebrates the world you’ve helped shape and the creativity behind it. We have put a lot of effort and love into creating the…
Announcement - Life Below
The Ocean Awaits... Life Below Launches May 26!
Hey Reef Guardians! We’re excited to announce that Life Below is launching exclusively for PC on 26th May 2026! Check out the brand new trailer for a closer look at the dangers you’ll be encountering beneath the waves:…
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Tales from the Tides - February Dev Log
Reef Guardians, we are back again to share updates on what’s been happening beneath the waves! We were super excited to share the playtest with you last month and we’re extremely happy with how it was received. We were…
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We Want Your Life Below Questions
Calling all Guardians! With the Playtest wrapped up, we want to hear from you! Whether you are curious about the world, systems, narrative, or even the history of development of Life Below, this is your chance to ask th…
Announcement - Life Below
Thank You for an Incredible Playtest!
Guardians! Thank you so much for taking part in the Life Below Playtest. We received an incredible amount of feedback and we’re excited to carry this forward as we continue to develop the final game. Your bug reports ha…
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Crafting the Sound of Life Below with Julie
It’s time for Episode 2 of our ‘Beneath the Reef’ Developer video series and in this episode we are chatting to Julie, the composer and sound designer behind Life Below, to dive into the fascinating process of creating…
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Life Below’s playtest goes live today!
Guardians! Gaia has awakened and calls for you to join Thalassa and Pontus beneath the waves. The playtest goes live today at 4pm GMT - so sign up now for your chance to experience as much of the game as possible! If yo…
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Tales from the Tides - January Dev Log
Reef Guardians - what a way to start 2026! The year has just begun and we have so many things to share, from exciting playtest news to fresh features we’ve added to the game. Public Closed Beta - Dive in from 9th Februa…
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Answer the Ocean's Call - Join the Life Below Beta Playtest!
Gaia is calling! Our upcoming playtest for Life Below goes live on February 9th, and anyone can sign up for a chance to dive in early and help guide the game’s development. Whether you’re here for a challenge or a calm,…
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Dive in early - Life Below’s playtest is open for sign-ups!
Calling all reef guardians! After an incredible response at Gamescom, Tokyo Game Show and Next Fest, we’ve taken on your feedback and we are ready to open up our Steam Playtest, welcoming you to play and help shape the…
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