Subnautica 2
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 -**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 on an all-new alien moon called **Proteus**. Early Access was released on May 14, 2026.+**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 on an all-new alien moon, **Proteus**. Early Access was released on May 14, 2026. ## 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 | | **Engine** | Unreal Engine 5 | | **Multiplayer** | Optional Online Co-op (up to 4 players, no PvP) | ## Overview *Subnautica 2* is driven by a narrative where players, known as Pioneers, are stranded on Proteus after the colony ship **CICADA** suffers a critical failure. Unlike its Unity-based predecessors, this entry is built in **Unreal Engine 5** and introduces official, optional multiplayer support for up to four players. -The game does not feature VR support, nor will it include season passes, battle passes, subscriptions, or microtransactions. No generative AI was used in its development. The setting occurs after the events of *Subnautica: Below Zero* and *Natural Selection*, featuring entirely new characters, locations, creatures, and vehicles.+The game does not feature characters, locations, creatures, or vehicles from previous entries, offering a completely fresh experience. There are no plans for VR support, and the developers have confirmed that there will be no season passes, battle passes, subscriptions, microtransactions, or generative AI used in development. -## Store Description+### Key Features -### 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 arriving throughout Early Access. Teams can work together to explore long-forgotten ruins and adapt to a planet that might not want them there.+* **Play Alone or With Friends:** Crafted primarily as a single-player experience but supports optional online co-operative multiplayer with 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 new biodiversity, from small creatures to towering Leviathans. Uncover the mysteries of why the ship's AI insists on continuing the mission.+* **Early Access Development:** The game is in active development, with continuous expansions to biomes, creatures, craftables, and narrative expected over a 2-3 year Early Access period. -### Adapt to Survive-To survive the depths, players must utilize all available tools. Key features include:-* Traversing vibrant biomes with the **Tadpole** submersible.-* Designing and customizing bases for safety beyond shallow waters.-* Expanding arrays of tools, equipment, and vehicles as Early Access develops.- -### Explore the Unknown-Players can scan and study a rich world of biodiversity, discovering everything from small creatures to towering Leviathans. Every dive offers opportunities to uncover why the ship's AI insists on continuing the mission and to reveal the mysteries beneath the surface.- -### Designed for Early Access-As an Early Access title, the game is in active development. Unknown Worlds plans to continuously expand the world with additional biomes, creatures, craftables, and narrative elements. Player feedback is central to the development process.- ## 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:** For Ultra and Ultra++ specifications, refer to official PC spec sheets.- ## Gallery ### Screenshots #### Store Screenshots+       -#### Store Screenshots (Old)------ #### Development Screenshots+       #### Time Capsule Screenshots+    ### Concept Art+     -### Promotional Art--- ### Renders+ - - -    ## Trivia -* **Development Delay:** Early Access was originally slated for 2025 but was delayed to 2026. While officially cited as needing improvement, later reports suggested it was part of a corporate strategy by Krafton to avoid paying bonuses, a move later overturned by legal action.-* **Monetization:** 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. The term refers to long-term support similar to previous entries.-* **Returning Developers:** Concept artist **Alex Ries** and composer **Ben Prunty** have returned for *Subnautica 2*. Several of Ben's tracks can be heard in Dev Vlogs.-* **Chinese Platforms:** The official Subnautica account joined Bilibili and Douyin in April 2025. The Bilibili account reached 100,000 followers by June 2026.-* **Time Capsules:** In July 2024, players discovered Time Capsules with the hashtag "PEEPERSRULE." Hexadecimal decoding of the capsule names revealed the creature name "WATERSLUG," later confirmed by developer Scott MacDonald.+* **Development Delay:** Early Access was originally slated for 2025 but was delayed to 2026. While officially cited as needing improvement, it was later revealed in a lawsuit to be part of a hostile takeover plan by Krafton's CEO to avoid paying bonuses.+* **Monetization:** Despite Krafton listing the game as "Game-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:** In July 2024, players discovered Time Capsules with the hashtag "PEEPERSRULE." Hexadecimal translation of the capsule names revealed the creature name "WATERSLUG." * **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 (A.C.A.T.) unlocked the **Lost River poster** blueprint.-* **Reaper Statue:** Originally a pre-order bonus, the **Reaper Statue** blueprint was made free for all purchasers after the game reached 5 million wishlists.-* **Chinese Name:** The official Chinese name adds the phrase "异星水域" (Alien Waters).-* **Daxiedao:** Design Director Anthony Gallegos used the greeting "Daxiedao" (Big Crab Island), a variant of "Hello everyone" lore-wise attributed to colonizers who landed on Proteus 20,000 years ago.+ * Watching the Pre-Launch Showcase on Twitch earned players the **Seamoth Decoration statue** blueprint.+ * Reaching 100,000 applicants on the Alterra Career Aptitude Test unlocked the **Lost River poster** blueprint.+ * Reaching 5 million wishlists made the **Reaper Statue** blueprint free for all purchasers.+* **Chinese Localization:** The Chinese official name adds 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-friendly to the planet Proteus. -- ## 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)-* [System Requirements](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/subnautica/images/a/a4/SN2_EA_Q2_2026_PC_Specs.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20260504201435)+* [Subnautica 2 on Xbox Series X|S](https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/subnautica-2/9PJPCB188SVG)
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