Ocean Biomes

🌊 The Depths of Orbis: Ocean Worlds

Venture below the waves. From colorful coral reefs to the pitch-black abyss, the oceans of Hytale are filled with life, treasure, and terror.

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Layers of the Ocean

🪸 Coral Reefs

Shallow waters filled with tropical fish, sea turtles, and vibrant coral. Safe for beginners.

🕳️ The Abyss

Pitch-black depths where only bioluminescent creatures survive. Requires headlamps or glowing gear.

🐚 Underwater Caves

Hidden tunnels containing rare crystals and the shipwrecks of lost adventurers.

🧊 Polar Seas

Freezing waters bordering Zone 3, where floating icebergs and narwhals reside.

Diving & Survival

The ocean is a three-dimensional play space, requiring new ways to move and breathe.

Breath Meter: Keep an eye on your air. Use air bubbles from vents or surfacing to refill.
Diving Gear: Craft Flippers (speed), Diving Masks (air), and Wet Suits (warmth).
Water Breathing: Alchemy provides long-lasting water breathing effects.

Marine Creatures

Passive & Neutral

  • Sea Turtles: Can be ridden with a saddle!
  • Narwhals: Guard the polar waters.
  • Dolphins: May lead you to sunken ruins.

Predatory Life

Creature Habitat Threat
Bull Shark Open Oceans Medium
Anglerfish The Abyss High
Giant Eel Underwater Caves High
Manta Ray (Corrupted) Abyssal Vents High

The Terror of the Deep

One legendary name haunts the oceans:

👾 The Kraken

A colossal world boss that emerges in the deep ocean during storms. It requires a ship and multiple players to defeat.

View Kraken Guide