Subnautica 2
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-+ -**Subnautica 2** is an open-world underwater survival adventure game developed by Unknown Worlds. It is the first full sequel to the original *Subnautica* and takes place after the events of *Subnautica: Below Zero*. Early Access was released on May 14, 2026, for PC and Xbox Series X/S.+**Subnautica 2** is an open-world underwater survival adventure game developed by [Unknown Worlds](http://unknownworlds.com). It is the first full sequel to the original *Subnautica* and takes place after the events of *Subnautica: Below Zero*. Early Access was released on May 14, 2026, for PC and Xbox Series X/S. ## Game Information | Feature | Details | | :--- | :--- | | **Developer** | Unknown Worlds | | **Genre** | Action, Adventure | | **Platforms** | PC, Xbox Series X/S | | **Release Date** | May 14, 2026 (Early Access) |-| **Game Modes** | Survival, Creative, Multiplayer (Co-op) |+| **Game Modes** | Survival, Creative | | **Engine** | Unreal Engine 5 |+| **Multiplayer** | Optional online co-op (up to 4 players), no PvP | ## Overview -*Subnautica 2* introduces a brand new setting on the alien moon **Proteus**. The story follows a group of **Pioneers** striving to survive after their colony ship, the **Cicada**, crash-lands under mysterious circumstances. Unlike previous entries, characters, locations, creatures, and vehicles from *Subnautica* and *Below Zero* do not return, though legacy items may appear as decorative rewards.+*Subnautica 2* features a brand new setting on an all-new alien moon, **Proteus**. The story follows a group of **Pioneers** striving to survive after their colony ship, the **Cicada**, crash-lands under mysterious circumstances. Unlike previous entries, characters, locations, creatures, and vehicles from *Subnautica* and *Below Zero* do not return as part of the core narrative, though some cosmetic references exist. -The game is built on **Unreal Engine 5**, marking a shift from the Unity engine used in predecessors. It features an official, optional multiplayer mode supporting up to four players in co-operative play, with no PvP. The developers have stated that season passes, battle passes, subscriptions, microtransactions, and generative AI will not be used in the game's development or monetization.+The game is built on **Unreal Engine 5**, marking a shift from the Unity engine used in its predecessors. It introduces an official, optional multiplayer mode supporting up to four players in cooperative play without PvP. The developers have confirmed that there are no plans for VR support, and the game will not feature season passes, battle passes, subscriptions, or microtransactions. Additionally, no generative AI is used in the game's development. -### Key Features+The Early Access period is expected to last 2–3 years, following a similar update structure to previous titles in the series. -* **Play Alone or With Friends**: Optionally play in online co-operative multiplayer with up to three friends. Choose from pre-designed characters with more customization options coming in Early Access.-* **Adapt to Survive**: Utilize tools like the **Tadpole** submersible to traverse vibrant biomes. Design and customize bases to survive beyond shallow waters.-* **Explore the Unknown**: Scan and study biodiversity, from small creatures to towering Leviathans. Uncover the mysteries of the planet and the ship's AI.-* **Early Access Development**: The game is in active development, with continuous expansions to biomes, creatures, craftables, and narrative based on community feedback.+## Store Description +> *Subnautica 2 is an underwater survival adventure game set on an all-new alien world. It is the next chapter in the Subnautica universe, developed by Unknown Worlds.*+>+> *Driven from your home by ongoing conflict, Alterra offers you the chance at a new life. But as the colony ship CICADA shepherds you and your fellow Pioneers to your new home, something goes awry. The ship’s AI insists that your mission should continue. Stranded and faced with near-insurmountable odds, you must do everything in your power to survive. The future of humanity on this world is in your hands.*+ +### Play Alone or With Friends+*Subnautica 2* is crafted as a single-player experience that can optionally be played in online co-operative multiplayer with up to three friends. Players can choose from four pre-designed characters, with more customization options coming throughout Early Access. Teams can work together to explore long-forgotten ruins and adapt to a planet that might not want them there.+ +### Adapt to Survive+To survive the depths, players must utilize all available tools. Traverse vibrant biomes with the **Tadpole** submersible, design and customize bases, and expand your array of tools, equipment, and vehicles as Early Access develops. Upgrades help push boundaries and unlock the secrets of this strange world.+ +### Explore the Unknown+Scan and study a rich world of biodiversity, from the smallest creatures to towering Leviathans. Every dive offers opportunities to uncover why the ship's AI is determined to continue the mission and what mysteries lie beneath the surface.+ +### Designed for Early Access+As an Early Access title, the world will continuously expand with additional biomes, creatures, craftables, and narrative content. Players may encounter bugs and in-development features, with community feedback serving as a cornerstone of development.+ ## System Requirements ### Minimum- | Component | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **OS** | Windows 10 or later | | **Processor** | Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 (6 cores) | | **Memory** | 12 GB RAM | | **Graphics** | GeForce GTX 1660 6GB / AMD RX 5500XT 6GB | | **DirectX** | Version 12 | | **Network** | Broadband Internet connection | | **Storage** | 50 GB available space | ### Recommended- | Component | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **OS** | Windows 11 | | **Processor** | Intel Core i7-13700 / AMD Ryzen 7 7700X (8 cores) | | **Memory** | 16 GB RAM | | **Graphics** | Geforce RTX 3070 8GB / Radeon RX 6700 XT 8GB | | **DirectX** | Version 12 | | **Network** | Broadband Internet connection | | **Storage** | 50 GB available space | *Note: System requirements are subject to change during Early Access.* ## Gallery ### Screenshots ------+#### Store Screenshots++++++ -#### Old Preview Screenshots+#### Store Screenshots (Old)+++++ -----+#### Development Screenshots++++++ +#### Time Capsule Screenshots++++ ### Concept Art+++ ---+### Promotional Art+++ -### Promotional Art & Renders+### Renders+++++++++ ---------+### Logos++++ +### Videos+ +#### Trailers+- Teaser Trailer - October 17, 2024+- Gameplay Reveal Trailer - July 9, 2025+- Early Access Cinematic Trailer - April 30, 2026+- Early Access Gameplay Trailer - May 9, 2026+ +#### Promotional Material+- Waterside Q&A - June 3, 2025+- Discord Stage Live Developer Q&A - May 4, 2026+- Leviathans Meet Leviathan - May 7, 2026+- First Dive Showcase - May 9, 2026+ +#### Dev Vlogs+- Road to Early Access - April 23, 2025+- Building Unknown Worlds - June 19, 2025+- Creating the Collector Leviathan - September 16, 2025+- Crafting the Tadpole - December 9, 2025+- Diving Together in Multiplayer - February 10, 2026+- Building Bases - March 12, 2026+- Welcome Aboard, Captains - May 5, 2026+- Swimming Forward - June 4, 2026+- Early Access 1.1 - Adaptive Measures - July 7, 2026+ +#### Voices from Beyond+- Episode 1 - November 25, 2025+- Episode 2 - December 19, 2025+- Episode 3 - January 29, 2026+- Episode 4 - February 26, 2026+- Episode 5 - March 26, 2026+ +#### Dive into the Legacy+- Breaching the Surface - April 7, 2025+- An Echo of Hope - April 14, 2025+- Detecting New Lore - April 21, 2025+- The Keepers of 4546B - April 28, 2025+ ## Trivia -* **Development Delay**: Early Access was originally slated for 2025 but was delayed to 2026. Internal playtests revealed areas needing improvement, though lawsuits later alleged the delay was part of a corporate strategy by publisher Krafton.-* **Monetization Stance**: Despite Krafton listing the game as "Games-as-a-Service," Unknown Worlds confirmed there are **no** season passes, battle passes, subscriptions, loot boxes, or microtransactions.-* **Returning Developers**: Concept artist Alex Ries and composer Ben Prunty returned for *Subnautica 2*.-* **Time Capsules**: Prior to release, Time Capsules found in *Subnautica* hinted at new creatures, such as the **Water Slug**, via hexadecimal codes in their descriptions.-* **Launch Events**: - * Watching the Pre-Launch Showcase on Twitch awarded the **Seamoth Decoration** statue blueprint.- * The "Leviathan Awakens" art contest offered a **Sea Dragon Leviathan** poster blueprint and real-life plushes.- * Reaching 100,000 applicants on the Alterra Career Aptitude Test awarded the **Lost River** poster blueprint.- * Reaching 5 million wishlists unlocked the **Reaper Statue** blueprint for all players.-* **Chinese Localization**: The official Chinese name adds "异星水域" (Alien Waters). Design Director Anthony Gallegos used the greeting "Daxiedao" (Big Crab Island), a lore-friendly variant of "Hello everyone" referencing the World Tree on Proteus.+* *Subnautica 2*'s Early Access release was originally slated for 2025 but was delayed to 2026. Internal playtests revealed areas needing improvement, though later reports suggested corporate maneuvering by Krafton also played a role.+* Developers have confirmed no monetization strategies like battle passes, subscriptions, or microtransactions will be added. The game follows a "Games-as-a-Service" model only in the sense of continuous free updates.+* Key developers from previous titles returned, including concept artist Alex Ries and composer Ben Prunty.+* The official Subnautica account joined Chinese platforms Bilibili and Douyin in April 2025, reaching 100,000 followers on Bilibili by June 2026.+* Time Capsules discovered in 2024 hinted at the **Water Slug**, with hashtags and hexadecimal codes revealing the creature's name.+* Launch events included in-game rewards referencing the original *Subnautica*, such as the Seamoth Decoration statue, Sea Dragon Leviathan poster, and Lost River poster.+* A Reaper Statue blueprint was made free for all purchasers as a thank you for reaching 5 million wishlists.+* The Chinese official name includes the phrase "异星水域" (Alien Waters).+* Design Director Anthony Gallegos used the greeting "Daxiedao" (Big Crab Island), a variant of "Hello everyone" in the game's lore, referring to a name given by colonizers 20,000 years ago to the local World Tree. ## External Links * [Subnautica 2 on Steam](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1962700/Subnautica_2/) * [Subnautica 2 on Epic Store](https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/subnautica-2-d27f94)-* [Subnautica 2 on Xbox](https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/subnautica-2/9PJPCB188SVG)+* [Subnautica 2 on Xbox Series X|S](https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/subnautica-2/9PJPCB188SVG)+* [System Requirements](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/subnautica/images/a/a4/SN2_EA_Q2_2026_PC_Specs.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20260504201435)
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