About Us

algaloo.top was founded in 2021 by a team of marine biologists, game designers, and ocean enthusiasts who wanted to combine immersive underwater exploration with marine education and conservation advocacy. Based in Key West, Florida—a gateway to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary—our small team of 9 is passionate about creating games that inspire appreciation for the ocean, teach players about marine life, and encourage real-world environmental action. Our story began when our founder, Dr. Elena Carter (a marine biologist), noticed that many people—especially children—were disconnected from the ocean and unaware of the threats facing marine ecosystems. She teamed up with game designer Liam Foster to create a platform where players could "dive" into virtual oceans, discover amazing marine species, and learn about conservation—all through engaging, family-friendly gameplay. What started as a passion project quickly gained traction after beta testers praised the game’s blend of education and entertainment. At algaloo.top, our flagship game, Ocean Depths: Coral Quest, takes players on a journey through diverse underwater environments—vibrant coral reefs, mysterious deep-sea trenches, lush kelp forests, and tropical lagoons—exploring, solving gentle puzzles, and uncovering marine mysteries. The game’s core is exploration and discovery: players dive at their own pace, encounter over 100 realistic marine species (from colorful fish and sea turtles to majestic whales and tiny seahorses), and complete small missions to help restore damaged coral reefs or protect marine life from threats like plastic pollution. We integrate educational content seamlessly—every species encounter unlocks a short, engaging fact curated by our team of marine biologists, and players can track the species they’ve discovered in a digital marine guide. What sets us apart? We’re mission-driven. A portion of every purchase goes to marine conservation organizations working to protect coral reefs, reduce ocean pollution, and save endangered marine species. We also partner with aquariums and ocean conservation groups to create in-game events tied to real-world efforts—for example, a coral restoration mission that raises funds for reef planting, or a sea turtle protection event that highlights nesting conservation. Our games avoid time limits and combat, focusing instead on curiosity and wonder—players can stop to watch a school of fish swim, listen to whale songs, or explore a coral cave without pressure. Our team brings diverse expertise to the table. Dr. Carter leads our education and conservation efforts, ensuring all marine facts are accurate and actionable. Our lead designer, Sofia Garcia, creates intuitive, relaxed gameplay mechanics that let players explore freely without guidance if they choose. Our art director, Carlos Mendez, crafts stunning, realistic underwater visuals, working with underwater photographers to capture the true beauty of marine environments. Our sound designer, Jake Wilson, composes immersive soundtracks featuring ocean sounds—waves, whale songs, bubbling water—that make players feel like they’re truly diving. Since launching Ocean Depths in 2022, we’ve grown to over 280,000 users worldwide, with feedback from parents, teachers, and ocean enthusiasts. Many users report using the game to teach kids about marine life, and some families have even been inspired to participate in beach cleanups or visit aquariums after playing. We’ve released seasonal updates (e.g., tropical storm recovery missions, deep-sea bioluminescence exploration) and added new marine species based on user requests, and we host "Coral Conservation Challenges" where players complete in-game tasks to unlock donations to our conservation partners. We value our community deeply. Every update is shaped by player input: for example, we added a "marine companion" feature after users requested to interact more with favorite species, and we expanded our deep-sea exploration areas based on demand for more mysterious environments. Our forums and Discord server are spaces for players to share their favorite in-game discoveries, ask questions about marine life, and suggest new features. We also offer free educational resources for teachers, including lesson plans that tie our games to science curricula. Looking to the future, we plan to expand Ocean Depths with a cooperative mode where players can dive with friends or family, a mobile app optimized for on-the-go exploration, and augmented reality (AR) features that let users "spot" virtual marine life in real-world bodies of water. We also aim to partner with marine parks to create interactive exhibits that bridge in-game and real-world ocean experiences. Our ultimate goal is to become a leading platform for ocean education and conservation, proving that games can be both fun and a force for environmental good. Whether you’re a kid curious about marine life, a parent looking for educational entertainment, or an ocean lover wanting to explore the depths from home, algaloo.top invites you to dive into Ocean Depths. Explore, discover, and join us in protecting the ocean—one dive at a time. Contact us to share feedback or learn more:algaloo.top321 Coral Drive, Key West, FL 33040, USAEmail: [email protected]