A Major Milestone for a Gaming Hit
The acclaimed underwater exploration and sushi restaurant management simulator, Dave the Diver, has achieved a significant commercial milestone. Developer Mintrocket recently announced that the title has officially exceeded 10 million copies sold across all platforms. Additionally, the In the Jungle expansion, which launched this past June, has reached its own impressive landmark by surpassing one million sales.
The Rise of Dave the Diver
Since its surprise debut in 2023, the game has enjoyed widespread critical and commercial acclaim. It became an instant sensation, selling over a million units within its first ten days on the market. While its nomination for Best Indie Game at the 2023 Game Awards sparked minor debates—given that Mintrocket operates under the umbrella of major publisher Nexon—the discussion did not hinder the game's momentum.
Game director Jaeho Hwang has remained transparent regarding the studio's status, echoing the sentiment that the title is not strictly an "indie" production. Instead, the game's longevity is largely attributed to its consistently high quality, bolstered by meaningful post-launch updates and successful crossover events.
Continued Excellence and Future Plans
The title's growth has been further supported by high-quality content additions. Critics have noted that the In the Jungle DLC maintains the charm and unpredictability of the original release, proving that the developer is dedicated to sustaining player engagement.
Regarding the latest sales record, Hwang expressed his gratitude toward the player base:
«Everyone here at Mintrocket continues to be blown away by the passion and love that Dave the Diver attracts even years after launch. We are looking forward to expanding the Dave the Diver franchise in the future, including the upcoming cooking simulation and adventure spin-off, Bancho The Chef. We want to thank everyone who has shown their faith in us, and we can't wait to share our future plans.»
Upcoming Spin-off: Bancho The Chef
Looking forward, fans have much to anticipate with the arrival of Bancho The Chef. This prequel acts as a cooking simulation and adventure game, focusing on the origins of the beloved sushi master during his formative years. While an official release date for the title remains pending, it is currently available for pre-purchase on Steam.