# Djuphavsjakten

> Swedish video game

**Wikidata**: [Q10474845](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q10474845)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/djuphavsjakten

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **Djuphavsjakten**:

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## Summary  
Djuphavsjakten is a Swedish educational video game developed by Monsterland and released in 1999. It is a single-player adventure game set underwater, designed for children to learn about marine life and ecosystems. The game was published in Sweden, Finland, and Germany under different titles and languages.

## Key Facts  
- **Developer**: Monsterland (founded September 1, 1999; headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden)  
- **Release Date**: 1999 (Sweden/Finland), 2001 (Germany)  
- **Platforms**: Microsoft Windows, macOS  
- **Genre**: Educational video game  
- **Game Mode**: Single-player  
- **Publishers**: Levande Böcker (Sweden), Terzio Verlag (Germany), Pan Vision Finland (Finland)  
- **Preceded By**: Rymdjakten (another Swedish educational game)  
- **Input Devices**: Computer mouse, keyboard  
- **Distribution Format**: Compact disc  
- **Languages**: Swedish, German, Finnish  

## FAQs  
### Q: What is the gameplay of Djuphavsjakten like?  
A: Djuphavsjakten is an underwater adventure game where players explore marine environments, solve puzzles, and learn about ocean life through interactive storytelling.  

### Q: Who developed Djuphavsjakten?  
A: The game was developed by Monsterland, a Swedish studio, with contributions from designer David Skoglund and composer Måns Swanberg.  

### Q: Is Djuphavsjakten available in languages other than Swedish?  
A: Yes, localized versions were released in German ("SOS Tiefsee") and Finnish ("Syvänmerenseikkailu").  

## Why It Matters  
Djuphavsjakten represents a notable example of early educational gaming in Scandinavia, blending entertainment with environmental awareness. Aimed at children, it leveraged interactive storytelling to teach marine biology concepts, reflecting a growing trend in edutainment during the late 1990s. Its multilingual releases expanded its reach across Europe, while its developer, Monsterland, became recognized for producing engaging learning tools. The game’s legacy lies in its role as a precursor to modern educational games, demonstrating how gameplay mechanics can align with pedagogical goals.  

## Notable For  
- **Educational Focus**: One of Sweden’s early edutainment titles combining adventure gameplay with marine biology lessons.  
- **Multilingual Releases**: Localized for German and Finnish audiences, broadening its educational impact.  
- **Voice Acting**: Featured prominent Swedish actors like Hans Wahlgren and Annelie Bhagavan.  
- **Technical Design**: Utilized point-and-click mechanics tailored for young players.  
- **Sequential Release**: Followed Monsterland’s earlier game, *Rymdjakten*, establishing a thematic series.  

## Body  
### Development  
- Developed by **Monsterland**, a Stockholm-based studio founded in 1999.  
- Key contributors:  
  - **David Skoglund** (designer)  
  - **Erik Johansson** (director/screenwriter)  
  - **Måns Swanberg** (composer)  
  - **Jesper Eriksson** (sound designer)  

### Gameplay  
- **Genre**: Educational adventure with puzzle-solving elements.  
- **Setting**: Underwater exploration with fictional and real marine species.  
- **Input**: Mouse-driven interactions with minimal keyboard use.  

### Release & Localization  
- **Original Release**: 1999 (Sweden/Finland) as *Djuphavsjakten*/*Syvänmerenseikkailu*.  
- **German Version**: 2001 as *SOS Tiefsee* (Terzio Verlag).  

### Technical Details  
- **Platforms**: Windows and macOS compatibility.  
- **Distribution**: CD-ROM format.  

## Schema Markup  
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## References

1. Djuphavsjakten. MobyGames
2. Djuphavsjakten. LIBRIS
3. SOS Tiefsee. Catalog of the German National Library
4. [Syvänmerenseikkailu. Finna](https://finna.fi/Record/outi.518405?sid=3244664175)
5. Q124398839
6. GOG Dreamlist