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Ubisoft / Jun 13, 2008 / Simulation
41 playing now
The king of submarine simulations returns with an all-new 3D engine, new crew command features, and more realistic WWII naval action than ever before. The movie-like graphics and simple, tension-filled gameplay make this the perfect game for the realism fanatic and the casual gamer.
| Part | Your PC | MinimumNot sure |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Not set | Pentium® III 1.4 GHz or AMD Athlon™ 1.4 GHz (Pentium 4 2.0 GHz or AMD Athlon 2.0 GHz recommended) Can't tell |
| GPU | Not set | 64 MB (128 MB video card recommended)(see supported list*) Can't tell |
| RAM | Not set | 512 MB Can't tell |
Very Positive
87% positive, 1,534 reviews
Do not play this game unless you play with the GWX Knight's Cross Edition megamod, which makes the game playable on modern systems and widescreen monitors. I've owned this game since its original release back in 2005, before steam existed. So let's just say Steam's estimate on my hours played is woefully inaccurate. I also play with the aforementioned (free) megamod and SH3 Commander which makes it playable outside...
36 found this helpful, 2026-08-05
9.0 /10 That rating is only for those of you that can understand what gaming was like from 1995 - 2005. If you're under 30 you won't like this game (Most likely). You see this game isn't about having the best graphics or non stop action and or FPS. This game is a simulation. It requires you to think and to use your brain in ways that some of you just have not experienced. That being said, if you have a good...
46 found this helpful, 2026-03-01
Best ww2 uboat game ever. Look for GWX OneAlex or Fifi's NYGM total conversion mods to enjoy an improved and updated experience.
16 found this helpful, 2025-10-02
Without a doubt, this game is the best entry in the Silent Hunter series. In my humble opinion, no other installment captures the atmosphere of the third one. It’s a perfect blend of music, ambient sounds, crew voices, and the constant pressure from destroyers — a combination that keeps me coming back again and again. Like fine wine, this game only gets better with age. It reminds me of the days when Ubisoft still...
15 found this helpful, 2026-05-29
Hours of fun
Reviewers played it for 35 hours (the median). At $2.49, that's 7 cents an hour. A cinema ticket is about $6 an hour.
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