In the depths of Europe, the frozen moon of Jupiter, trade is not practiced by cargo ships, but by interposed submarines. In this atypical context, you play as an aquatic cigar captain in the making. Alas for you, foul creatures roam the dark waters and ancient mausoleums stand in your way, not to mention brigands and political intrigues. It is, moreover, this last aspect that Barotrauma overhauls with an all-new faction system.
If the Coalition of Europe officially controls the natural satellite, the Jovian Separatists oppose their autocracy, by force if necessary. During the campaign, apprentice submariners will now have to choose a side. As usual with this type of system, increasing reputation with a faction will unlock top-toupe merchants and higher quality crew members. In return, putting the fin in enemy territory risks triggering strong retaliation.
“Oh no, they put politics in my submarine game…”
To deepen relations with the factions, and above all turn them to your advantage, you will also have access to a new skill tree, Politician. If it allows you to increase your reputation very quickly, it also allows you to maximize your crew’s experience gains and access exclusive discounts in in-game stores. It will take that to reach the brand new ending to the campaign, which promises to solve at least some of the mysteries of Europe, and will take you into the most dangerous abyss ever explored.
If you wish to dive into the corridors of Barotraumahere is a making of published by the developers. Ten years of development is something to celebrate. Please note that this is only the beginning of the journey, and that other updates will strengthen your immersion in the months (years?) to come.