DAVE THE DIVER News

Hello Divers!
It’s been a year since DAVE THE DIVER officially launched, and you have dived with us through thick and thin.
We truly appreciate the love and support.

Thank you!



To celebrate Dave’s first birthday, we have prepared some special updates.
Please check the details below.

◈ Update Version:

• Win: v1.0.2.1416
  
• Mac OS: v1.0.2.449
  

◈ Update Content

• New Content
• Improved load speed
• Bug fixes

[h3][NEW CONTENT][/h3]
1) New Mini-Game

• A demo of EVIL FACTORY was added as a smartphone app.
  • Unlock the mini-game with the promotion code: DAVEANNIVERSARY
  • Open Smartphone – Call – Operator – Claim Reward - Enter promotion code
  • Available after unlocking Mini-game app
• A new “Leo Keychain” charm can be obtained after clearing the demo.

2) Phone Charm

• A mini version of Dave can be attached to your in-game smartphone.

[h3][System Improvements][/h3]
1) Optimization

• Improved load speed of scene transitions
  

[h3][Bug Fixes][/h3]
1) Sea Exploration

• Fixed an issue where Dave would become unresponsive when hit while charging Mjolnir
  
• Fixed an issue where Dave could not pass through sleeping rays
  
• Fixed an issue where some objects were awkwardly floating in certain areas
  
• Fixed an issue where the Shortfin Mako would get stuck in certain areas
  

2) Missions

• [Chapter 6] Fixed an issue where Dave could not be controlled during the Ancient Stone Slab mission when encumbered
  
• Fixed an issue where, in certain situations, the mission would be marked as failed even after successfully taking the Manta Ray’s picture
  

3) Bosses

• Fixed an issue that could cause the Clione Queen to become immobilized when attacked with a Shock Harpoon Tip in certain situations
  

4) Sea People Village

• Fixed a display issue with the Beluga Taxi cutscene that occurred in certain areas
  
• Fixed an issue where certain characters were hidden behind background items
  

5) Sushi Restaurant

• Fixed an issue where Dave was hidden behind the sushi bar in certain scenes
  
• Fixed an issue where it was not possible to serve beer to Dr. Bacon when he visited during business hours
  

6) Mini-game

• Fixed an issue where the floor blocked jumping in the mini-game ‘Leahs RUN’
  

7) Achievements

• Fixed an issue where killing a FishMon instead of capturing it would still count towards the achievement
  

8) Controls

• Fixed an issue where mouse scrolling would not work in certain windows such as Diver Box and Boat Skin
  

9) Other

• Fixed an intermittent issue where the “Retake” button in the Picture Album App would not appear
  
• Fixed an issue where the Mini-game app was available before the content was unlocked
  
• Fixed an issue where certain texts were displayed unnaturally
  

[h3]DLC Related Fixes[/h3]
1) GODZILLA DLC

• Fixed an issue where the screen would flash intermittently while repairing the submarine
  
• [Mac OS Only] Fixed an issue where the screen would flash awkwardly during the Godzilla cutscene
  
• Fixed an issue where Godzilla interior items were hidden behind other items
  
• Fixed an issue where Ebirah’s front claw would be displayed unnaturally in certain situations
  

2) ALL DLC

• Fixed a display issue with the “Godzilla (1995) Head” boat skin in DREDGE EXPLORE mode
  

[h3]Additional Information[/h3]

• If you experience any issues after the patch, please compress the files from the path below and send them to our help center. In case of crashes, freezing, or graphical issues, please refer to the [File Verification Guide] and follow the steps.

Windows:
%LocalAppData%\..\LocalLow\nexon\DAVE THE DIVER

Mac OS:
~/Library/Logs/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/Player.log
~/Library/Application Support/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/SData
or
~/Library/Application Support/com.nexon.dave/DAVE THE DIVER/SData

Steam Deck:
./.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/1868140/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/LocalLow/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER

◈ Notes
- If there are any changes to the details, we will update you through this notice.
- Please update Dave the Diver on Steam to the latest version for the changes to be applied.

A big thanks to everyone, including the individuals below who reported bugs. We appreciate your contributions!
Kalmstor, k_sze, Solid King, kocgum, YATORO, Hearthie, spiriniar, 佩佩, ハイドラント, ㅇㅇ

Hello Divers!

We have conducted a hotfix to address some of the issues that occurred after the update.
Please find the details below:

◈ Update Version:

• Win: v1.0.2.1390
  
• Mac OS: v1.0.2.432
  

◈ Update Content

• Bug fixes

[h3]GODZILLA DLC[/h3]
[h4][Bug Fixes][/h4]

• Fixed an issue where cooldowns for certain functions were not resetting in specific situations
• Fixed an issue that caused Ebirah to move erratically in certain situations

[h3]DAVE THE DIVER – Main Game[/h3]
[h4][Bug Fixes][/h4]
1) Fish Farm

• Fixed an issue where the Fish Farm's breeding rates were not working as intended

2) Display

• [Post Chapter 7] Fixed an issue that caused an error in the transition scene when travelling to a certain area after defeating Yawie
  • If this issue has occurred, please update the game to progress properly.

3) Sea Exploration

• Fixed an issue where the game would become unresponsive when pausing and performing certain actions simultaneously

4) Missions

• [Post Chapter 6] Fixed an issue where the "Lost Baby Manatee" mission could not be completed in certain situations

5) Sea People Village

• Fixed an issue that warped the camera perspective when riding the beluga in a specific zone

6) Other

• Fixed an issue where the game would not continue properly when opening the smartphone during specific situations
• (Portuguese) Improved the description of the achievement 'Mestre Culinário'

[h3]Additional Information[/h3]

• If you experience any issues after the patch, please compress the files from the path below and send them to our help center. In case of crashes, freezing, or graphical issues, please refer to the [File Verification Guide] and follow the steps.

Windows:
%LocalAppData%\..\LocalLow\nexon\DAVE THE DIVER

Mac OS:
~/Library/Logs/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/Player.log
~/Library/Application Support/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/SData
or
~/Library/Application Support/com.nexon.dave/DAVE THE DIVER/SData

Steam Deck:
./.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/1868140/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/LocalLow/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER

◈ Notes
- If there are any changes to the details, we will update you through this notice.
- Please update Dave the Diver on Steam to the latest version for the changes to be applied.

A big thanks to everyone, including the individuals below who reported bugs. We appreciate your contributions!
Raptor, Maurioccp, efs120, Hydromel90, Kebabthief The Lorehound, Esca, ㅇㅇ, BRUNOKAMIZA11, TimboSaki, Le Jaguar, Ruby, Darklimit, Frutiger Aero, Floobadooba, Hippiefireman, Special_Code4974 and more

Hello Divers!

This hotfix is to address some of the issues that occurred after the update.
Please find the details below:

◈ Update Version:

• Win: v1.0.2.1383
  
• Mac OS: v1.0.2.430
  

◈ Update Content

• Bug fixes

[h3]GODZILLA DLC[/h3]

[h4][Bug Fixes][/h4]

1) Missions

• Fixed an issue that blocked progression during the Ebirah boss fight in certain situations

• Resolved an intermittent issue where specific attack patterns of the Ebirah boss did not deal damage

• Fixed an issue where the mission would fail even if the Mine still remains

2) Other

• Improved audio of some sections

[h3]DAVE THE DIVER – Main Game[/h3]

[h4][Bug Fixes][/h4]

1) Other

• Fixed an issue where the game could not be operated after ‘manual save’ in certain situations

• Fixed an issue where the game would not progress correctly after attempting to travel to the boat

[h3]Additional Information[/h3]

• If you experience any issues after the patch, please compress the files from the path below and send them to our help center. In case of crashes, freezing, or graphical issues, please refer to the [File Verification Guide] and follow the steps.

Windows:
%LocalAppData%\..\LocalLow\nexon\DAVE THE DIVER

Mac OS:
~/Library/Logs/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/Player.log
~/Library/Application Support/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/SData
or
~/Library/Application Support/com.nexon.dave/DAVE THE DIVER/SData

Steam Deck:
./.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/1868140/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/LocalLow/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER

◈ Notes
- If there are any changes to the details, we will update you through this notice.
- Please update Dave the Diver on Steam to the latest version for the changes to be applied.

A big thanks to everyone, including the individuals below who reported bugs. We appreciate your contributions!
joao luiz, Devilin, chanhub1 and more.

s promised in January, the mighty Godzilla has come to Dave the Diver, and even better, he's free. But there's a catch: You've got until November 23 to add the king kaiju to the game, and after that—like an ancient reptilian beast slowly retreating to the murky depths from whence he came—he'll be gone forever...
Read more.

Hello Divers!

We finally bring to you the long-awaited news of the GODZILLA DLC release!
Please check below the details for our new updates.

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[h2]Godzilla DLC Free Download Distribution Period[/h2]

• May 23, 2024 (00:00) (PDT) - November 23, 2024 (11:59PM) (PST)
  • Download will no longer be available after the distribution period.
    
  • If already downloaded, the DLC can be played even after the distribution period ends.
    
  • If downloaded during the distribution period, the DLC can still be deleted and reinstalled after the period ends.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2841140/____Godzilla_Content_Pack/


◈ Updated Version:

• Windows: v1.0.2.1373
  
• Mac OS: v1.0.2.421
  

◈ Update Details


[h3]1) New Missions[/h3]

• 3 new Godzilla DLC-exclusive missions have been added that will be available after the end of Chapter 5

[h3]2) New Dishes[/h3]

• Discover new dishes inspired by Godzilla and Ebirah

[h3]3) Sea Exploration[/h3]

• Collect Godzilla figures scattered through the ocean

[h3]1) Display[/h3]

• Updated the version number display to only be shown on the title and settings screen instead of being displayed constantly

[h3]2) Controls[/h3]

• Controller vibration was added to some cutscenes
• Added function in “Keybind” to assign keys to mouse buttons 4 and 5

[h3]3) Sushi Restaurant[/h3]

• Improved the icon design for staff currently “Dispatching” to be more intuitive

[h3]4) Achievements[/h3]

• Improved system to update missing achievements according to the game's progress
  • ‘Ration Eater’, ‘Dev Killer’ achievements will be updated starting with this update

[h3]5) Other improvements[/h3]

• Corrected the display of stars showing up in the dark part of the crescent moon
• Improved the design of some DLC icons displayed in the “Load” screen

[h3]1) Bosses[/h3]

• Fixed an issue where the game would not load properly after choosing "Give up and return" during the battle against the Wolf Eel
• [Chapter 4] Fixed an issue with John Watson (2nd round) where Dave’s headlight would turn off during battle

[h3]2) Missions[/h3]

• Fixed an issue with progressing through some missions during chapter 7
• Fixed an issue where progression was unavailable if the Tuna Tutorial and the task ‘Call Duff’ from the ‘Duff’s Pink Delivery’ mission were overlapped
• Fixed an issue where, in specific situations, the task did not move on to 'Ask Bancho to Cook a Dish' during the “Treat Ramo” mission
• [Chapter 4] Fixed an issue that occurred in certain circumstances during the puzzle mission in the Abandoned Cave

[h3]3) Sea Exploration[/h3]

• Fixed an issue where some weapons and items spawned on the map would disappear after visiting a different area
• Fixed an issue where the quantity of roes obtained from a dive and the quantity of roes in the Fish Farm were displayed differently
• Fixed the issue where the Moray Eel’s tail would be visible in unnatural situations
• Fixed an issue where fish would sometimes spawn in awkward spots
• Improved the animation of opened weapon/oxygen chests disappearing

[h3]4) Sushi Restaurant[/h3]

• Fixed an issue where Seahorse Skewers were unavailable at the Branch
• Fixed an issue where Branch Managers weren’t working efficiently in certain situations
• Fixed an issue that prevented interaction with Otto at the Sushi Restaurant if certain missions were overlapped
• Fixed an issue where speech bubbles were displayed incorrectly after customers left in certain circumstances
• Fixed an issue where the dispatch result popup would appear during tutorials

[h3]5) Smartphone Apps[/h3]

• Fixed an issue with the Management App where the ingredients stock was displayed incorrectly in certain circumstances

[h3]6) Other[/h3]

• Fixed an issue where some interaction options of NPC’s could not be clicked on with the mouse
• Improved typos and awkward translations for some languages

[h3]Additional Information[/h3]

• If you experience any issues after the patch, please compress the files from the path below and send them to our help center. In case of crashes, freezing, or graphical issues, please refer to the [File Verification Guide] and follow the steps.

Windows:
%LocalAppData%\..\LocalLow\nexon\DAVE THE DIVER

Mac OS:
~/Library/Logs/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/Player.log
~/Library/Application Support/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/SData
or
~/Library/Application Support/com.nexon.dave/DAVE THE DIVER/SData

Steam Deck:
./.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/1868140/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/LocalLow/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER

◈ Notes
- If there are any changes to the details, we will update you through this notice.
- Please update Dave the Diver on Steam to the latest version for the changes to be applied.

Your reports are essential to improving the game and we’re happy that you guys are with us along the way. Please remember that if you have anything to share, feel free to let us know.

A big thanks to everyone, including the individuals below who reported bugs. We appreciate your contributions!
DaRuhl, spiriniar, alxq, julesalf, Skull-OWar, fadedfairy333, Beekay, meesterfarenheit, Crusty, waldo41, kohane329, PS-3-P0, immutable93, bae, OxXHamdaNXxO and more.