Rank 01Games like ABZU
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- Updated Nov 4, 2026
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The closest matches to ABZU: Subnautica, A Short Hike, Aquaria, Beyond Blue, and Journey. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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Also Beautiful and Short, like ABZU.
- $7.99 (Price checked Nov 4)
- Deck Verified
- 2019
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Koral
Why this: Shares collectible hunting with ABZU.
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- Released: 2016
- Developer: Giant Squid
- Price: $19.99checked Nov 4
- Steam Deck: Deck Verified
- 93% of 9,748 reviews
- Genres: Indie, Adventure, Simulation, Casual
- Metacritic 83
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- Exploration is driven by curiosity not objectives
- Soundtrack and sound design create perfect immersion
- Swimming alongside giant sea creatures feels magical
- Atmospheric
- Contemplative
- Relaxing
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Reviewers mention these as similar to ABZU
Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.
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Why this: Same atmospheric mood as ABZU.
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Why this: Also Beautiful and Short, like ABZU.
What Remains of Edith Finch
Why this: Shares environmental storytelling with ABZU.
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
Why this: Same whimsical mood as ABZU.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below ABZU at current Steam store prices.
Loddlenaut
Why this: Same relaxing mood as ABZU.
Proteus
Why this: Same atmospheric mood as ABZU.
FEZ
Why this: Shares environmental storytelling with ABZU.
A Tiny Sticker Tale
Why this: Shares collectible hunting with ABZU.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Subnautica
Why this: Same atmospheric mood as ABZU.
A Short Hike
Why this: Also Beautiful and Short, like ABZU.
About ABZU
The closest matches to ABZU: Subnautica, A Short Hike, Aquaria, Beyond Blue, and Journey. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If ABZU is your kind of game, the closest matches are Subnautica, A Short Hike and Aquaria — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as atmospheric, contemplative and relaxing, and single out its collectible hunting and environmental storytelling. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
ABZÛ is a 2016 underwater exploration game developed by Giant Squid that invites players into a vibrant ocean environment. The game features free-roaming exploration across diverse aquatic biomes, interactive marine life, environmental storytelling, and optional collectible hunting. Players describe the experience as atmospheric, contemplative, relaxing, and whimsical, with exploration driven by curiosity rather than objectives. Reviewers highlight that swimming alongside giant sea creatures feels magical and that the visuals render marine life with unprecedented realism. Priced at $19.99, the game runs verified on Steam Deck and holds an 83 Metacritic score alongside 93% positive from nearly 10,000 Steam reviews. The short, chill experience unfolds in solo play and suits a relaxed sitting session.
About ABZU: From the art director of Journey®, ABZÛ is a beautiful underwater adventure that evokes the dream of diving. Immerse yourself in a vibrant hidden world bursting with color and life as you descend into the heart of the ocean. But beware as you swim deeper as dangers lurk in the depths.
Is ABZU worth buying?
Players recommend it
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 93% of 9,748 Steam reviews are positive.
- Last 30 days: 93% positive across 57 new reviews, in line with its all-time score.
- Price: $19.99 (checked Nov 9).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 3 h when they wrote their review.
- Steam Deck Verified.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Exploration is driven by curiosity not objectives
- Soundtrack and sound design create perfect immersion
- Swimming alongside giant sea creatures feels magical
- Visuals render marine life with unprecedented realism
People who play it also play: Subnautica, A Short Hike, Aquaria
Frequently asked about ABZU
Can I run it?
Is ABZU verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — ABZU is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does ABZU cost?
ABZU is listed on Steam at 19.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to ABZU?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside ABZU are Subnautica, A Short Hike, Aquaria.
Who developed ABZU?
ABZU was developed by Giant Squid and published by 505 Games.