Games like Cold Waters

This is a real-time naval combat simulation game. Players command a nuclear submarine in a dynamic campaign, using realistic sonar and weaponry to engage enemy forces.

87% positive from 4,715 · 2017 · Steam Deck Playable · $39.99 $9.99 -75% · Lowest ever $5.99 (2026-06-25)

SimulationNaval CombatSubmarineStrategyNavalCold War

Six games like Cold Waters

IronWolf VR

94% positive from 1,182 reviews2022Deck Playable

Roomscale VR submarine simulator with co-op multiplayer. Players man stations to attack ships and planes, feeling immersed through physical controls and detailed feedback.

The catchEnemy destroyers track the sub perfectly at any depth, making escape nearly impossible.

Both are tagged Submarine, Naval Combat and Simulation.

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Silent Hunter® III

88% positive from 2,600 reviews2008Deck Playable

Naval combat simulation. Command a WWII U-boat, manage crew, and engage in stealthy torpedo attacks or surface gun battles.

The catchIt does not work out of the box, crashing often and needing mods for resolution.

Both are tagged Submarine, Naval Combat and Naval.

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Wolfpack

88% positive from 2,073 reviews2019Deck Playable

Co-op U-boat simulator. Players man stations to sink convoys through manual submarine control.

What players likedPlayers praise the game's cooperative multiplayer, allowing them to crew a U-boat in various roles.

The catchDevelopment has stalled, with no real public update for about three years.

Both are tagged Submarine, Naval Combat and Simulation.

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The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt

83% positive from 4,612 reviews2016Deck Playable

Naval combat and exploration simulator with fleet management and ship customization. Engage in pirate raids, trade, and strategic battles in a dynamic Caribbean world.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a realistic sailing simulator, like a historical "Sea of Thieves" with authentic ships and wind mechanics.

The catchCore progression and buildings sit behind real money, so the free version stalls fast.

Both are tagged Naval Combat, Naval and Strategy.

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NavalArt

90% positive from 2,321 reviews2018Deck Playable

NavalArt is a naval sandbox game focused on detailed warship design, construction, and physics-based combat. Players build custom ships and test them in battles across different eras.

What players likedLike From The Depths, players praise its ship-building freedom, realistic physics, and mod support.

The catchThe ship editor is unintuitive and tedious, swallowing hours to build even basic shapes.

Both are tagged Naval Combat, Strategy and Simulation.

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Atlantic Fleet

86% positive from 1,554 reviews2016Deck Playable

This is a turn-based tactical and strategic naval combat game focused on the Battle of the Atlantic. Players command fleets, engage in realistic ship combat, and manage resources in historical campaigns.

What players likedPlayers praise its accessible yet deep naval combat, offering strategic fun with a great ship selection.

The catchU-boats hit with near perfect accuracy and countering them is close to impossible.

Both are tagged Naval Combat, Naval and Strategy.

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More about Cold Waters

What players liked

Players praise its deep, enjoyable submarine simulation with pleasing visuals, despite a steep learning curve.

The catch

Enemy AI always knows your position and fires torpedoes seconds into a mission.

Reviews: 87% positive from 4,715
Released: 2017
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: $39.99 $9.99 -75% · Lowest ever $5.99 (2026-06-25)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 87% positive, but with 4,715 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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