About Immersive PDA
From Steam WorkshopImmersive PDA is a standalone module that extracts the PDA system from [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3527132073]Animated Arms Adaptive Combat into an independent mod and…
Immersive PDA is a standalone module that extracts the PDA system from Animated Arms Adaptive Combat into an independent mod and makes it a full part of the crew’s daily life, rather than just another inventory item.
What the PDA Does
The PDA in this mod is not just a decorative gadget. It is a multifunctional device that combines communication, navigation, signaling functions, built-in utilities, and small roleplay-oriented details that make interactions with the crew and the submarine feel much more alive.
- Communication and Personal Channel
- Each PDA works as a personal communication device with a configurable number and channel. It can be used to call other devices and serve as part of the crew’s internal communication network.
- Flashlight
- All main PDA variants include a built-in flashlight that can be quickly activated directly through the device interface.
- SOS Emergency Signal
- The PDA can function as an emergency beacon. When activated, it emits both light and sound signals, making it useful in emergency situations, while searching for missing crew members, or during the chaos after a hull breach or boarding.
- Mini-map and Navigation
- The device includes a built-in navigation window that helps you move around the submarine more easily without having to rely on stationary consoles for basic information.
- Built-in Terminal
- The PDA has its own text terminal with an atmospheric boot screen and commands. It includes small interactive functions such as time, guess, dice, quiz, and lang. This is more than just a mechanic — it is a small detail that makes the device feel like real pocket equipment used by the crew.
Advanced Functions
In addition to the basic PDA, the mod includes more specialized versions of the device.
- Improved PDA
- A more advanced version of the base device with the same core functions, but featuring an expanded interface and a more convenient set of utilities.
- Medical PDA
- This version additionally provides access to medical recipes and includes quick access to the Neurotrauma guide.
- Mechanical PDA
- A version designed for mechanics, focused on submarine maintenance. It includes access to fabricator recipes, deconstructor controls, and repair functions, making it a practical tool to use directly while working.
- Engineer PDA
- A technical version designed for quick access to engineering functions. Its interface includes dedicated elements for reactor operation and additional power-related systems.
- Officer PDA
- A specialized version that, in addition to the standard functions, grants access to extra tactical and service-oriented features, including weapon recipes, stun mode, and local suppression of other PDAs.
- the mod includes separate music elements and audio files;
- part of the PDA interface allows you to control the volume of music that can be found throughout Europa;
- all device actions are accompanied by custom sounds: startup, button feedback, warnings, signals, and notifications.
Highlights
From source dataFootprint
Rated a light load on a server.
Last update
Its author last shipped an update 6 mo ago.
Immersive PDA on Nxeon
From our catalogue- One-click install
- Not available. One-click install isn't available for this game's mods yet. Download it and upload it to your server in Files.
- Server load
- light
- Smallest plan we suggest
- Barotrauma — 2 GB (2 GB RAM). This follows our own load rating above, not a benchmark.
- Latest build
- 2026-04-06, released 2026-04-06
Game versions by loader
| Loader | Game versions | Newest |
|---|---|---|
| Workshop |
From 1 recorded build of Immersive PDA.
Run Immersive PDA on a Barotrauma server
Deploy a server above, then upload the file in Files.
What kind of mod it is
From the catalogWorkshop
Its source category doesn’t say more about what it does, so NxLabs lists it under Other.
Compatibility
- Game
- Barotrauma
Verified at the source
- ✓Steam WorkshopOfficial listing, checked 2026-10-10Open ↗
- ✓AuthorLaKapuctik, as published on Steam Workshop
- ✓LicenseNot published by the sourceFree
