# Beyond Blue — Explore an untouched world

> Ocean exploration game with narrative, research, and educational mini-documentaries. (iPhone/iPad app by E-Line Media.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beyond-blue/id1466830738 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [E-Line Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/775289294)
- Category: Games, Adventure
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.72/5 from 1,035 App Store ratings · 240 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 3.0 GB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-04-17
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beyond-blue/id1466830738/reviews.md

## What is Beyond Blue?

Beyond Blue takes you into the near future, where you’ll have the opportunity to explore the mysteries of our ocean through the eyes of Mirai, a deep sea explorer and scientist. You and your newly-formed research team will use groundbreaking technologies to see, hear, and interact with the ocean in a more meaningful way than has ever been attempted. The game features an evocative narrative, exploration of an untouched world, and adventure during the crew’s expedition.

Embracing the same inclusive development process that was used to create Never Alone (Kisima Ingitchuna), E-Line’s BAFTA award-winning game about Alaska Native culture, the company partnered with BBC Studios (developers of the acclaimed Blue Planet II), OceanX Media, world-class game makers, and some of science’s leading ocean experts to craft an experience that reflects the awesome wonder and unbounded mystery that infuses our planet’s beating blue heart.

Features
+ An evocative narrative with full voice cast – Anna Akana (Ant Man, YouTube), Mira Furlan (Lost, Babylon 5), Hakeem Kae-Kazim (Black Sails, Hotel Rwanda), and Ally Maki (Toy Story 4)
+ Exploration and adventure within an untouched world
+ A captivating and entertaining soundtrack featuring an original score and music from Miles Davis, The Flaming Lips, The Edisons, and more
+ Sixteen unique mini-documentaries called Ocean Insights that feature original footage and interviews with science’s leading ocean experts
+ Take beautiful pictures to share using the brand new Photo Mode
+ Daily Activities such as Point to Point Races, Scavenger Hunts and Relays that unlock brand new dive suits for Mirai
+ A relaxing tour of the regions with the Dive-In Theater that you can just sit back and enjoy

## Key features

- Evocative narrative with full voice cast
- Exploration of an untouched world
- Captivating soundtrack
- Ocean Insights mini-documentaries
- Photo Mode for sharing
- Daily Activities and unlockable dive suits
- Relaxing Dive-In Theater tours

## What do users think of Beyond Blue?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🌊 Beautiful graphics and visuals
- 🐳 Immersive ocean exploration experience
- 🧠 Educational and informative about marine life
- 🎶 Calming and relaxing soundtrack

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💾 Save progress issues and data loss
- 🕹️ Clunky and unresponsive controls
- 🔍 Lack of in-depth interaction with animals

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game crashes after completing dives
- Objective markers and UI elements disappearing
- Scrolling and navigation issues in the submarine
- Certain animals not appearing or scanning properly

**Most requested features**

- Expand the game world and add more locations to explore
- Introduce more interactive elements and gameplay mechanics
- Provide an option to freely explore the ocean without story constraints
- Add more educational content and information about marine life

## Recent user reviews (10 of 240)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beyond-blue/id1466830738/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Bad

*2025-03-08, version 1.8*

Just got the game paid 6.99 and it doesn’t let me play it at all highly disappointed

### 3/5 — Crashes

*2025-03-07, version 1.8*

I’ve had the game for a while and just recently I can no longer play the game.  The game loads, and when I click continue it crashes and kicks me out of the game.  Ive already updated the game which was almost 15 days ago.  I enjoy the game, but I can’t play now.

### 1/5 — Graphics Issue

*2025-02-26, version 1.8*

Plays well for a few minutes, then in game screen turns pink, then black. Have to keep restarting game to fix it, then does it again.

### 2/5 — Technical issues

*2025-02-24, version 1.8*

I’m not able to play this game at all. After selecting new game and I get through the first part, the second part comes up and is asking me to continue and I click continue in the games shut down automatically and I’m back at my home screen where I have to click on the app again. But I do think that the storyline is awesome and amazing. I really do wanna play this game because I believe it’s gonna peak my interest even more to see what the next part will be in the game itself.

### 3/5 — Crashing at start up iPhone 14

*2025-02-24, version 1.8*

Can’t even get past start screen but seems like it’ll be cool once that’s sorted

### 3/5 — Game quality

*2025-02-24, version 1.8*

I love this game it was super fun at first but it keeps glitching and I either can’t move or the screen glitches out and turns pink they def need to fix it or update the game.

### 1/5 — Crashing

*2025-02-19, version 1.8*

I was really excited to play this game, but it keeps crashing when I try and play. I get stuck right after the introduction :/

### 2/5 — Sounds like a fun game

*2025-02-18, version 1.8*

It seems like it would be cool but unfortunately I can’t play the game. Once I see the beginning video and click continue to start the game it crashes and disappears. Then I just restart the app and the same thing happens again and again. Hopefully it gets fixed so I can see how the game plays out

### 1/5 — Good but bad

*2025-02-14, version 1.8*

This game is SO good but my screen has been neon pink for the whole time and I can’t make it stop.

### 1/5 — Glitched out

*2025-02-07, version 1.8*

The game is glitched out cant even get past continue after the first cut scene 👎🏼

## Frequently asked questions about Beyond Blue

### What is Beyond Blue about?

Beyond Blue is a game that immerses players in the near future, allowing them to explore the ocean's mysteries through the eyes of a deep-sea explorer and scientist. You'll use groundbreaking technologies to interact with the marine environment and uncover its secrets.

### What are the key features of Beyond Blue?

Key features include an evocative narrative with a full voice cast, exploration of an untouched world, a captivating soundtrack, sixteen mini-documentaries called Ocean Insights with expert interviews, a Photo Mode, daily activities like races and scavenger hunts, and a relaxing Dive-In Theater.

### How much does Beyond Blue cost?

Based on the provided information, Beyond Blue is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a one-time purchase model.

### What kind of experience does Beyond Blue offer?

The game offers a blend of exploration and adventure within an untouched world, driven by an engaging narrative. It also incorporates educational elements through mini-documentaries featuring real ocean experts and footage, making it both entertaining and informative.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8 — 2024-11-20

+ Fixed issue that was causing the game to crash at startup for certain players. 
+ Added support for SteelSeries Nimbus controller. 
+ Improved graphics optimization by device.

### 1.7 — 2022-11-29

It's time to go beyond the regions you've explored and into a brand new one: the Tropical Reef!

Dive into the reef that's rife with life as well as caves to explore! Don't miss the coral arbors, turbines and and research labs.

Gear up for adventure as you tackle activities among the coral like Point to Point Races, Scavenger Hunts, and Relays! Soak up the sights and sounds of this underwater oasis in the Dive-in Theater!

We’ve also been bug fixing based on your reports, so please keep them coming.

### 1.6 — 2022-06-08

Who doesn’t love an excuse to just chill and soak up some good vibes? In this new update we’ve added a brand new feature called “Dive-In Theater” which will give you the opportunity to take in the sights of your favorite regions without lifting a finger! Just dive in, sit back, and enjoy.

We’ve also heard your feedback and have unlocked activities from the start, which means you’ll be able to use your fancy suits throughout the game, including Photo Mode! Speaking of fancy suits, be on the lookout for some brand new ones we’ve added with this update.

Last but not least, we’ve been bug fixing based on your reports, so please keep them coming!

### 1.5 — 2022-03-25

Whale, whale, whale… we’ve got a whole boatload of kriller new content, and we ain’t squidding!

In this update, you’ll embark on Daily Activities to earn Sand Dollars that can be spent on Rare and Epic cosmetic suits for Mirai in the Store. What kinds of activities, you may ask?

• Point-to-Point Races: Master the brand new sprint swimming ability to go fast and maneuver your way around obstacles and creatures. It’s a race against the clock! 

• Scavenger Hunts: Go on the hunt for relics that have 
been identified in particular areas. Find one relic and unlock a new relic to find! Be on the lookout for power-ups to aid you in your quest.

• Relays: Retrieve relics and bring them back to your treasure chest. The more relics you find, the higher your score! Grab power-ups to boost your abilities.

Sometimes you've gotta go fast, other times it's good to stop and smell the anemones. The new sprint swimming ability will only work in the activities.

Be sure to show off your high scores and sweet new gear on social media with #BeyondBlueGame.

See you in the water!

### 1.4 — 2021-03-25

We're excited to announce that Version 1.4 brings one of our most-requested features to Beyond Blue: Photo Mode! In Photo Mode, you'll be able to freeze time to move, zoom and tilt the camera in order to set up the perfect shot. Use your device's native screenshot functionality to save it and share it! Access Photo Mode using the Photo Mode button.
In addition to Photo Mode, this update adds the following features and fixes:

- Fixed issue that prevented players from scrolling in certain instances (e.g. Free Dive Menu, Music Player)
- Disabled on-screen icons when using a controller
- Additional minor fixes and improvements

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## More apps by E-Line Media

- [Never Alone: Ki Edition](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/never-alone-ki-edition/id1065127755)
- [Beyond Blue](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beyond-blue/id6745490811)

All apps by E-Line Media: https://appshunter.io/developer/775289294

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