Don’t panic if your dive log’s gathering dust — Mintrocket’s just announced that the long-awaited In the Jungle DLC won’t surface until early 2026. But to soften the blow? Godzilla is back. And so is Ichiban Kasuga.
Why the Delay?
Mintrocket officially confirmed during Dave the Diver’s second anniversary celebration that its jungle-themed expansion needs more time in development. Originally expected in late 2025, In the Jungle is now slated for early 2026.
While some fans might groan, Mintrocket’s reasoning is classic dev-speak: they want to “further enrich the content and quality.” And considering how the base game wildly exceeded expectations with its hybrid diving-simulation-restaurant-management gameplay, we can cut them some slack.
What We Know About In the Jungle
The DLC promises to take Dave far beyond the Blue Hole — and straight into the heart of a lush, mysterious jungle biome. Though gameplay details remain scarce, early teasers hint at:
- New underwater species
- Land-based exploration mechanics
- A jungle-themed sushi twist (think insects, frogs… maybe even plant-based sushi?)
While fans had hoped for a 2025 release, the delay suggests we might see mechanics that push Dave the Diver even further into the genre-blending hall of fame.
Extra Content to Tide Fans Over
To make the wait easier, Mintrocket brought back two major crossover hits:
🦖 Godzilla Content Pack
Originally released earlier this year, this free DLC lets you face off against King of the Monsters himself in the Blue Hole. Expect cinematic flair, dangerous encounters, and maybe a little sushi-themed kaiju chaos.
🕶 Ichiban’s Holiday
Yakuza’s lovable lunatic, Ichiban Kasuga, is taking an extended break from his beat-’em-up duties and sticking around in Dave the Diver until the end of 2026. His laid-back beach vibe adds a bizarre but charming flavor to your dives.
Both content packs are available now — and free — until December 2026.
Quick Facts for Divers:
- 🗓 In the Jungle DLC release: Early 2026
- 🐊 Theme: Jungle exploration + new dive biome
- 🎁 Free DLC: Godzilla & Ichiban packs return
- ⌛ Availability: Until December 31, 2026
- 🐟 Platforms: PC, Switch, and Steam Deck
FAQ: Jungle Edition
🦖 Is the Godzilla DLC free?
Yes — and it’ll stay that way until the end of 2026.
🧳 Is Ichiban a playable character?
Nope. But he’ll chill near your sushi bar with unique dialogue and events.
🌿 Can we explore land in In the Jungle?
Unconfirmed, but dev hints suggest it might blend both underwater and jungle exploration.
What’s Next for Dave the Diver?
With In the Jungle on the 2026 horizon, fans have time to revisit the Blue Hole, enjoy free crossover content, and keep an eye out for new teasers.
Mintrocket has promised more surprises leading up to launch — and given their track record, it’s safe to say Dave’s next deep dive will be worth the wait.
📝 Pro Tip: Bookmark the game’s Steam page for upcoming trailer drops and wishlist notifications.