First of all, I learned a new word, which I will actually use because that's one of my phobias: Thalassophobia. Thank you :)

I am not a gamer, but I like video games, some of them, at least, and I admire the creative minds behind some really awesome games.
This review has been fun to read. It is well written and it really sells the game.
If I could, i'd play it just because of how you presented it.
It is visually astounding.