The true story of diver Dave's death and the prototype character of mobile game Diver Dave

"Dive Deep" has garnered a large number of players since its release, thanks to its unique gameplay and rich content. The mystery behind the game's title and whether it pays homage to a real diver has sparked curiosity and speculation among players about the true cause of death of the real-life diver Dave. Game director Cobra provided an intriguing response: "It is and it isn't." This answer, much like the mysterious underwater world in the game, leaves players eager to uncover more.

The real diver was named Dave Shaw, an amateur diving enthusiast from Australia. In 2004, during a diving expedition in South Africa, Dave discovered a body deep inside a cave. Due to the complex environmental conditions, he was unable to retrieve it. After investigation, Dave learned that the remains belonged to Deon Dreyer, a 20-year-old South African diver whose young life ended abruptly on an exploration journey, leaving behind immense regret.

In 2005, driven by compassion for Deon's family and respect for life, Dave made a solemn promise to bring Deon's remains back to the surface so he could be laid to rest. This was a challenge filled with unknowns and dangers. Despite knowing the risks, Dave embarked on this special recovery mission without hesitation.

During the operation, Dave relied on his extensive diving experience and unwavering determination to overcome numerous obstacles. However, fate played a cruel trick on him. At the critical moment just before completing the task, an accident occurred. Dave's body was found by rescuers at a depth of 20 meters, with Deon's remains in a bag beside him. Dave sacrificed his life to fulfill his promise to a stranger's family, and his bravery became a widely told story in the diving community.

Notably, this true story was captured in the documentary "Dave Not Coming Back," allowing more people to learn about this great diver's feat. Although the plot of "Dive Deep" is not directly related to Dave Shaw's real-life experience, Director Cobra's statement "it is and it isn't" undoubtedly adds a special emotional touch to the game.

As players enjoy the game, they may become curious about the real diver due to the game's title, leading them to explore his story. This is a wonderful connection between virtual and reality, extending Dave Shaw's legacy in another dimension. Today, "Dive Deep" has received overwhelmingly positive reviews on Steam, with peak concurrent players reaching 98,480, sales exceeding one million copies, and plans to launch on Switch in 2023. This clearly demonstrates the game's quality and the special meaning it carries, which have been widely recognized and loved by players.