…are you certain whatever you’re doing is worth it?
or, books with similar vibes as the game subnautica
created by leylines
last updated August, 2026
Hi! I am not familiar with that game but am familiar with some of these books and am curious... How would you describe it to a non-player?


it's a ocean sci fi survival game and it's SO FUN. you play as a crewmember on a spaceship that crashed on an uncharted ocean planet, and you have to explore in order to scavenge materials for crafting so you survive til you're (hopefully) rescued. the game nudges you along just enough that you don't get stuck on one place or task. i highly recommend it!!
Ooh sounds fun, I will have to check it out, along with the great list ideas!
Oooh, this is such a good list! Definitely bookmarking this. The creepy, deep dives into the unknown of the ocean are so interesting.


thank you!! i've been soooo into aquatic horror recently and it seems a bunch of other people have too so it just felt right to provide the people with what they want 🙂↕️
I would also add From Below by Darcy Coates to this list


ooh yes!! how did i forget that one it’s one of my favorites agh