Hold onto your harpoons, gamers – Dave the Diver has finally made a splash on Xbox! After a long wait, the beloved underwater adventure-meets-sushi-sim hybrid is now available for Xbox players, as revealed during today’s Xbox Partner Showcase. But here’s where it gets exciting: this release marks yet another milestone in Dave’s journey, which began exclusively on PC in 2023, followed by Nintendo Switch and PlayStation versions in 2024. And this is the part most people miss – a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 version just dropped earlier this month, proving Dave’s wave of popularity shows no signs of crashing.
But that’s not all – the adventure is far from over. The highly anticipated In the Jungle DLC is set to dive into uncharted waters in early 2026, adding new locations, surprises, and even freshwater fish to the mix. If you’re still hungry for more, Mintrocket has teased that physical PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 editions will wash ashore sometime next year, complete with the DLC included. Talk about a treasure trove of goodies!
Controversial question: Is Dave’s dual life as a harpoon-wielding diver and sushi chef the most unique gaming concept of the decade? Let’s dive into the details. By day, Dave explores the mysterious Blue Hole, hunting fish in a survival adventure, and by night, he transforms into a sushi restaurateur, serving up his catches in a management sim. It’s a blend that’s as unconventional as it is addictive – no wonder it’s sold over 6 million copies and earned a stellar 9/10 from us here at IGN, praised as 'wholesome, wonderfully complex, and delightfully hard to put down.'
The In the Jungle DLC, first teased at The Game Awards last year, was originally slated for late 2025 but faced a delay to 2026. Now, with the release window narrowed to 'early 2026,' fans have something fresh to look forward to. And let’s not forget the official description from Mintrocket: 'Dave and the blue hole crew head off to... the JUNGLE?! Get ready to join Dave for another wild adventure in uncharted waters! New friends, new locations, and thrilling new discoveries await.'
But here’s the real question: Can Dave’s jungle excursion live up to the hype of his underwater exploits? Only time will tell. In the meantime, catch up on all the announcements from today’s Xbox Partner Showcase and let us know – are you ready to dive back into Dave’s world, or are you holding out for the physical editions? Sound off in the comments below!
Rebekah Valentine is a senior reporter for IGN. Got a story tip? Send it to rvalentine@ign.com.
