Critics generally praised the game for its accessibility and atmospheric tension, though some felt it lacked the depth of hardcore simulators.

: Described it as "streamlined but not dumbed down," effectively capturing the drama of naval combat. Key Features

: Noted it was "easy to learn and a challenge to play," appealing to both simulation fans and newcomers.

: Unlike heavy sims that focus on "naval minutiae," Enigma prioritizes tactical drama. You directly control one ship at a time—including corvettes, destroyers, and subs—and can manually man individual gun turrets.

: Some "grognards" (hardcore sim fans) found the damage modeling and lack of realistic technical features too arcade-like.

: The world-building is fleshed out through simulated newspaper front pages and captain’s log entries that reflect global events in this reimagined timeline. Notable Drawbacks

: Reviewers from PC Gamer and SUBSIM Review highly praised the "convincing" ocean effects and the immersive sense of being in a control room, which would tilt realistically during maneuvers.

: One of its most lauded features was the integrated speech-recognition software, allowing players to issue helm and weapons commands via microphone.