Endless Ocean next week returns with a third entry for the Nintendo Switch. This new game officially titled Endless Ocean: Luminous will include online multiplayer - supporting up to 30 players and will also include "limited-time" event times, where you can spot unusual sights and creatures.
In the leadup to its release on 2nd May 2024, it's got us wondering how many Switch owners here on Nintendo Life will be diving into this new experience. As a bonus, all purchases of the game come with a free 7-day Switch Online trial.

So, vote in our poll and tell us in the comments if you'll be picking up Endless Ocean Luminous when it arrives on Switch.
Will you be getting Endless Ocean Luminous? (1,767 votes)
- Yes, I've already pre-ordered it
- Day one
- Yes, but not right away
- I'm still thinking about it
- I'll stick with the existing entries0.5%
- I'm busy with other games
- No, I'm not interested
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naw dog there spooky stuff down there in the water
I'm glad they made a new game and didn't just port an old game but it still looks so much like a game from 15 years ago I'm really not even that interested. Could be a good test for a Switch 2 comparison if they have that version waiting to go at launch.
I think I have a fish phobia so.
It looks really pretty, but I'm not sure if I want it enough for $50. I'll wait for reviews and then decide whether to wait for a sale.
@Snatcher How dare you.
It's always nice to see Nintendo bring back forgotten franchises but this series is just not for me. I can't really see myself enjoying an game of just exploring underwater and nothing else. I'm sure there's a audience for these type of games though.
I remember Crispin Boyer saying the first game was not a game, back in EGM.

I might pick this up, depending on the atmosphere and visuals. Doesn't really work if it runs poorly and is full of pop-in.
Still thinking twice to consider this game as I already have Go Vacation on Switch & Wii with Scuba Diving activity which basically have similar experience as Endless Ocean.
Absolutely. Day whenever Amazon ships my copy. Love the series and some chilled exploration and such is exactly what I'm in the mood for right now.
I enjoyed Abzu but wanted something more. It really looks like the new Endless Ocean game will accomplish that for me.
@Thesharkfromjaws user name and profile photo checks out
@Anti-Matter - please don’t take this the wrong way but you have such a unique interest in certain games, so I’m curious how old you are?
@CRB1984
I'm 39 years old, will be 40 in October 2024.
I have played Go Vacation Wii version since year 2011 and played again on Switch.
The Scuba Diving activity from Go Vacation was really breath taking.
It was beautiful even with just 4 different ocean to explore.
Since the activity just only explore and looking for sea creatures, i got back up by other activities I can do in Go Vacation so I will not get bored quickly.
I'd never even heard of the original before rumors of the new one started going around and even then it seems like very firmly not my thing, so no.
I want to but I also want to wait on reviews first. I do love underwater stuff though so if it's any good, yeah I'll definitely get it!
If I do get it, I'm leaning towards a digital copy so for now I'm happy to just wait and see how it reviews before pulling the trigger on the download.
Only when I can be sure the singleplayer content is a significant part of the game and not just an afterthought, and I'm not required to play multiplayer for anything. I'm not going to pay that much for another Fashion Dreamer situation (and that game even had free online).
What do you actually do? Vibe around underwater and take photos? That's it?
For 50 bucks, forget it. It's a 20$ indie game at best.
Day one. I just want to dive, relax, enjoy the atmosphere and collect fishies.
I’ll be waiting for reviews to make sure it runs at 60 fps.
I am getting it on cartridge, I had some discounts for the local game store. Which lowers the price to around €30. And that is absolutely a good price for this game.
I'll wait and see a tech analysis of it. I just got a feeling it will not run as well as it does in the trailers.
Day one purchase for me. We need more relaxing games!
Waiting on reviews first and checking whether it's really for me. I think it is, but I just want to make certain there's no jarring performance issues, etc. Also, I'm big on gaming at discounts, so I'll probably get it somewhere if I can get a nifty deal.
I've preordered it as of a couple of days ago..
I was on the fence but thoroughly enjoyed the first and completed it on Wii all those years back. Here's hoping it's good.
I really liked the first two games, but I'll still wait to see how it compares and reviews before deciding on a purchase.
I haven't played the Wii games and I'd quite like to check those out first. If I like them I'll get this eventually, as long as it's not too heavily online-focused.
Day one;. EO2 (NOT you, Entrain Odyssey 2) was definitely one of the best soothing gaming experiences for me.
My hopes are actually low, but I want to support that franchise.
@LikelySatan fun to read.. euro gamer's review of the first one had something similar... the second game is far more beefy though.. recently got it for my modded WiiU... 100 hours in...
I enjoyed Abzu many years back, Subnautica too so I feel I need to give this a try - not 100% sure what to expect but worth a go
@Anti-Matter didn't know that one, thanx... that looks like the wiifitU scuba exercise.. which is also quite fun
Like some other commenters here, I'll wait for the reviews to tell how well it runs before buying the game. The idea of a relaxing diving game is appealing, but it really needs to have good performance for the immersion to work. Also, I'm not so keen on online multiplayer, which seems to be a big part of this game, so I want to know how substantial the single player experience is before making the decision.
Feels like Subnautica without the thrill...
Depending on reviews, we'll see !
Yes definitely. I love Dolphins and sea life generally. In fact as well as Pokèmon quilts I have Dolphin quilts as well. I swam with Fungi the Dolphin in Dingle County Kerry on several occasions and it's something you don't forget. Sadly it seems like Fungi has passed away as nobody has seen him for a long time now.
Pre-order from Smyths seems to be cheapest in UK at the moment for £32.99, so that's where I'm getting mine.
I'll wait for reviews. I didn't play the other games despite reading about them back in the day, but I need to read whether or not this will hold up or exceed them and whether I can play this alongside other games. I also wonder if the online multiplayer is necessary or not.
I kinda want it, but there's also so much I need play through right now that it'll fly under the radar.
I think it’ll be a game-time decision for the day of. If my friend wants to play though I’ll join in. Itlooks good.
I’ll see what the reviews say.It would be nice if there’s an option to have it on a screensaver setting and just have it doing its thing whilst I listen to some pink Floyd .Like having a big fish tank in the living room.
Still have the first two. They are great games on the wii, had many hours in each. Very excited to see a third entry.
I’m “Yes but not right away.” This game looks wonderful and I can’t wait to play it.
Nice game to relax to.
Yep, have already preordered it physically and discounted, just waiting for it to arrive and see if I'll play it mostly if not exclusively on my own, with my friends or both!
I think in redeeming a voucher for this one, since it seems like the perfect game to have on digital
I'm not interested for now but some positive reviews, knowing that the campaign isn't an afterthought, and the game having a stable framerate may sway me to get it on or shortly after its release day.
@AlienigenX I definitely have to agree with you about it being being a perfect game to have digitally. It would honestly be pretty tedious having to put the cartridge in your Switch just to participate in the limited-time event dives.
@Anti-Matter - Cool! I’ll be 40 in November 2024!
@AlienigenX I’d recommend not using a voucher for this game. This game’s price is 50$ (or region equivalent) normally, so you wouldn’t be saving money with the vouchers for this one. If you got a 60$ game with it you’d be saving more money, but that’s just my suggestion, you can use your voucher for whatever you want 👍
I adored the first game - it was very special for me. When the new game was announced in that Direct I gasped! Since then, though, I haven't been that impressed with what I've seen? Sorry to be a bit shallow (lol) but the graphics seem like a real let down. All the videos are full of murk, which may be realistic, but I would like to have seen more crystal clear waters. It doesn't seem to have progressed much since last time.
If it was £20 cheaper I'd be considering it more, but at the moment it's not a high priority.
I probably won't buy it right away, but I'm interested and will wait for reviews. I never played the original game.
My daughter is really into Oceanography right now, so will definitely be picking this up for her.
@rjejr I actually wish they had ported the first 2 games for Switch to give them a second life and they would look much better.
Then develop Luminous for Switch 2 with glorious visuals.
Ultimately, I am glad this exists as I thought the series was "dead in the water".
I absolutely hate that the "budget price" for Nintendo releases is 50 bucks with no sale in sight. I would be more likely to give this a chance at 30 or 20.
I’m on the fence with this one. I’ll just have to see how it does. I liked the wii games well enough.
@HolyGeez03 Considering how many games they have ported it is surprising they didn't port the first 2 Ocean games before making this. Knowing Nintendo they'll port them later to Switch 2. 😂
Yeah, I'll probably get it on day one since I love the original two, but I honestly wish this was multi-plat or for PC. It looks okay enough on Switch, but a game like this would really shine with nicer hardware behind it.
I haven't played any of these games in the series, but I probably would have if I had of known that it was internally developed at Nintendo. I just found out that it's in GameFly, so I will give it a rent and see if I like it.
@Sparrowhawk you know how expensive diving is? I often spend 50$ for 30 mins of fishy looking.... so i'm saving money here....
but jokes aside, i recently started playing EO2 now that i modded my wiiU (played Eo1 back in '09) just before this was announced and have clocked around 133 hours now...
@gcunit currently available from The Game Collection Outlet on eBay for £30.36 using stated coupon code on the page (code ends tomorrow 30th April)
next best I believe is Currys £31.99 using their own stated code 👍
@jco83 Yeh, saw that this morning and already cancelled my Smyths pre-order, but I appreciate the heads-up.
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