Treasures of the Deep

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developer = Black Ops Entertainment
publisher = Sony Computer Entertainment Europe
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released = 1 July 1998
genre = Action game
modes = Single player
ratings = ESRB: T (Teen)
platforms = PlayStation
media = 1 CD-ROM
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Treasures of the Deep was a game released for the PlayStation on July 1, 1998. It was developed by Black Ops Entertainment, notable at the time for flight simulators Agile Warrior and Black Dawn, and published by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe.

Perhaps the first in its genre, Treasures of the Deep's gameplay focused on underwater exploration in a variety of wetsuits and gradually more powerful one-man submarines, in order to fulfill objectives such as capping underwater oil leaks, exploring shipwrecks, and recovering plane crash victims. Finding treasure was also a useful secondary objective - ancient gems from a sunken ship can be put towards upgrading your weapons, equipment, and subs.

The game takes place over 14 diverse underwater locations, ranging from the Bermuda Triangle to Antarctica. The levels are designed to evoke a claustrophobic and moody environment. The game's soundtrack was composed by award winning video game composer Tommy Tallarico. There is one unlockable 'bonus' level - Atlantis! Additionally, you can occasionally unlock another bonus level called 'Shark Attack'. In this level, you play as a shark, with the objective of eating as many sea creatures or divers as possible.

The game has received mixed but generally positive critical acclaim [http://www.gamespot.com/ps/action/treasuresofthedeep/review.html?mode=web] , but due to at best modest sales, it is extremely difficult to find a copy on sale today.