One cursory glance at Abzu and you know exactly what you’re in for: a small dive (wink) in a gorgeous underwater oasis interspersed with bite-sized puzzles and breadcrumb-like storytelling. By themselves the landscapes and sea life are fun to engage with, but admittedly I would have liked to see more diversity in how chapters played out. Add to that Abzu’s message feels a little too safe and on the nose, though I can sympathize with the difficulty in telling a succinct story in a short game with no dialogue. Now don’t let me sell it short, as the game does succeed in providing exceptional ambience and immersion with its vivid color palette and tranquil soundtrack, in addition to being incredibly accessible. Simply put, If you fancy the idea of an ocean walking simulator then the game is an easy pitch, but I’d argue almost anyone can get some decent mileage out of Abzu.