Barotrauma

Barotrauma

Game • 2023

Barotrauma is a 2D online multiplayer game taking place in a submarine travelling through the icy depths of Jupiter’s moon Europa. The bone-crushing pressure outside the submarine, the strange creatures inhabiting the ocean and the potentially dangerous equipment and machines on board ensure that the tiniest slip can turn the game into a chaotic struggle for survival. The game is heavily inspired by Space Station 13 and a game concept called Pressure.

Simulator
Strategy
Adventure
Indie

Bara says...

Ages 15+, but every child is different

The game features high-stakes pressure, intense survival scenarios, and complex mechanical management that require mature cognitive handling. Themes of isolation and potential team betrayal in a claustrophobic environment are better suited for older teens.

Content Safety Breakdown

Detailed breakdown of potentially concerning content

Sex & Nudity

0/5

The game does not contain any sexual content, romantic subplots, or nudity. It focuses entirely on survival and submarine operations.

Violence & Gore

4/5

Players face gruesome injuries, dismemberment, and death from creatures or accidents, with bloodstains often appearing on the submarine floors. Combat is intense, realistic in its consequences, and frequently results in graphic depictions of character expiration.

Profanity

2/5

The game includes mild to moderate profanity such as "sh*t" or "b*tch," typically used by players or in character dialogue during stressful mechanical failures. These instances are infrequent but occur during high-pressure situations.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

2/5

The game includes medical items and recreational substances that players can consume, which can have various effects on character status. These are depicted as survival mechanics rather than glorification of drug use.

Frightening Scenes

4/5

The game relies on heavy psychological tension, claustrophobic environments, and horrifying alien creatures that can breach the hull. The constant threat of drowning or being crushed creates a persistent sense of dread and high anxiety.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This is a challenging space-survival game where you work with a team to keep a submarine running deep underwater. Success depends entirely on how well you can communicate and manage dangerous equipment before things break down.

Content Warnings

Claustrophobia
High-anxiety scenarios

Detailed Analysis

In-depth insights for parents and educators

What Parents Need to Know

The game environment is intentionally stressful and punishing; failure often results in sudden equipment malfunction or catastrophic hull breaches. Online multiplayer components involve real-time communication with strangers.

What Kids Can Learn

Players develop advanced multitasking skills and learn how to maintain composure while troubleshooting complex mechanical problems.

Key Topics Discussed

Survival strategy
Team coordination
Mechanical engineering concepts

Why Parents Might Like It

It serves as a sophisticated simulator that tests leadership, logical deduction, and the ability to function within a specialized, high-stakes team structure.

Positives & Learning

What makes this content valuable for children

Positive Messages

3/5

Emphasizes the necessity of cooperation, delegation, and collective responsibility to overcome life-threatening adversity.

Positive Role Models

2/5

Characters function primarily as archetypal crew members; their value lies in task efficiency rather than profound moral development.

Diverse Representations

2/5

No diverse representations indicated in available information.

Educational Value

3/5

Provides practical experience in systems thinking, crisis management, and emergency response coordination.

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