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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*. Early Access for *Subnautica 2* was announced on October 17th, 2024, and released to the public on May 14th, 2026.+**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 on an all-new alien moon called **Proteus**. Early Access was released on May 14, 2026. -Unlike its Unity-based predecessors, *Subnautica 2* is built on **Unreal Engine 5**. It is the first entry in the franchise to feature an official, optional multiplayer mode with support for up to four players (co-operative only, no PvP). The Early Access period is expected to last 2–3 years.+## Game Information -### 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** | Optional Co-op (up to 4 players) |+| **Game Modes** | Survival, Creative, Optional Co-op Multiplayer (up to 4 players) | | **Engine** | Unreal Engine 5 | -### Overview+## Overview -The game takes place sometime after the events of both *Subnautica: Below Zero* and *Natural Selection* on an all-new alien moon, **Proteus**. Characters, locations, creatures, and vehicles from previous entries will not return, though legacy references exist as cosmetic items.+*Subnautica 2* continues the franchise's legacy of underwater exploration and survival. Unlike its Unity-based predecessors, this entry is built on **Unreal Engine 5**. It introduces an official, optional multiplayer mode supporting up to four players in cooperative play, with no PvP. -There are currently no plans for VR support. The developers have confirmed that season passes, battle passes, subscriptions, and microtransactions will not be added to the game. No generative AI is used in the game's development.+The game is set sometime after the events of *Subnautica: Below Zero* and *Natural Selection*. Characters, locations, creatures, and vehicles from previous entries do not return, as the story moves to the new setting of Proteus. -### Store Description+### Key Features -*Subnautica 2* is an underwater survival adventure game set on an all-new alien world. 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.+* **Play Alone or With Friends:** Crafted primarily as a single-player experience, it offers optional online co-operative multiplayer for up to three friends. Players can choose from four pre-designed characters.+* **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 ship's AI and the planet's secrets.+* **No Microtransactions:** The developers have confirmed there will be no season passes, battle passes, subscriptions, loot boxes, or microtransactions.+* **No VR Support:** There are currently no plans for Virtual Reality support. -#### Play Alone or With Friends-*Subnautica 2* is crafted as a single-player experience that you can optionally play in online co-operative multiplayer with up to three friends. You can choose from four pre-designed characters, with more characters and customization options coming throughout Early Access.+## Story Premise -#### Adapt to Survive-To survive the depths, you’ll need to utilize all the tools at your disposal. Traverse vibrant biomes with your **Tadpole** submersible. Design and customize bases to return to when your adventures push you beyond the safety of shallow waters.+Driven from home by ongoing conflict, Alterra offers pioneers a chance at a new life. However, as the colony ship **CICADA** shepherds passengers to Proteus, something goes awry. Stranded and faced with near-insurmountable odds, players must survive and determine why the ship’s AI insists the mission continue. -#### Explore the Unknown-Scan and study a rich world of biodiversity to understand life here. Discover everything from the smallest creatures to towering Leviathans. Every dive is an opportunity to uncover why the ship's AI is so determined to continue the mission.+## System Requirements -### System Requirements+### Minimum 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+### Recommended Requirements+ | 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 | -### Gallery+## Gallery -#### Screenshots+### Screenshots  *Store screenshot featuring a player-built seabase.*  *Store screenshot featuring a moonpool.*  *Store screenshot featuring multiplayer.*  *Store screenshot featuring bloom and an unknown creature.*  *Store screenshot featuring a player piloting a Tadpole.*  *Preview screenshot, featuring the Wakemaker.*  *Preview screenshot, featuring the Hammerhead.*  *Preview screenshot, featuring the Tadpole.* ++*Preview screenshot, featuring a Graveyard biome.*+ ++*Preview screenshot, featuring a Plateaus biome.*+ -*Development screenshot revealed in the February 8th 2024 Unknown Worlds post.*+*Development screenshot revealed in February 2024.* ++*Development screenshot from KRAFTON 4Q23 Financial Report.*+ ++*Development screenshot from May 2024 blog post.*+ ++*Development screenshot from July 2025 blog post.*+ ++*Development screenshot from July 2025 blog post.*+ -*Development Birthday Celebration Screenshot, featuring a Waterslug.*+*Development screenshot featuring a Waterslug.* -#### Concept Art+### Concept Art  *Concept art of an unknown biome.* ++*Concept art of an unknown cave biome.*+ -*Concept art of the Collector Leviathan in an unknown biome.*+*Concept art of the Collector Leviathan.* -#### Renders++*Concept art of an unknown thermal spires biome featuring the Tadpole.* +### Renders+  *A render featuring two divers.* --*A render of a fish currently known as a "Hammerhead."*++*A render of a fish known as a "Hammerhead."* --*A render of a fish currently known as a "Marrowbreach."*++*A render of a fish known as a "Halfmoon."* -### Trivia++*A render of a fish known as a "Marrowbreach."* -* *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 publisher Krafton played a role.-* The developers have firmly stated there will be **no season passes, battle passes, subscriptions, loot boxes, or microtransactions**.-* Key developers from previous titles returned for *Subnautica 2*, including concept artist Alex Ries and composer Ben Prunty.-* Prior to launch, "Time Capsules" found in *Subnautica 1* contained hex-encoded messages revealing the name of a new creature: the **Waterslug**.-* Launch events included in-game rewards referencing the original *Subnautica*, such as blueprints for a **Seamoth Decoration statue**, a **Sea Dragon Leviathan poster**, and a **Lost River poster**.-* A blueprint for a **Reaper Statue** 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" lore-wise developed by a lost colony on Proteus.++*A render of a fish known as a "Nibbler Mango."* -### External Links+## Trivia +* **Early Access Delay:** The Early Access release was originally slated for 2025 but was delayed to 2026. Internal playtests revealed areas needing improvement, though lawsuits later suggested corporate maneuvering by Krafton played a role.+* **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 (*Below Zero*) returned for *Subnautica 2*.+* **Time Capsules:** In July 2024, players discovered Time Capsules in the original *Subnautica* containing hex codes that translated to "WATERSLUG," teasing a new creature.+* **Launch Events:** + * Watching the Pre-Launch Showcase on Twitch awarded the **Seamoth Decoration statue** blueprint.+ * Reaching 100,000 applicants on the Alterra Career Aptitude Test awarded the **Lost River poster** blueprint.+ * Reaching 5 million wishlists made the **Reaper Statue** blueprint free for all purchasers.+* **Chinese Localization:** The official Chinese name adds the phrase "异星水域" (Alien Waters). Design Director Anthony Gallegos used the greeting "Daxiedao" (Big Crab Island), a reference to in-game lore regarding a lost colony.+ +## 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 Series X|S](https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/subnautica-2/9PJPCB188SVG)
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