After years of anticipation, Subnautica 2The sequel to the acclaimed survival game of the same name was officially revealed at the Xbox Partner Preview event on October 17th. Like its predecessor, this game is being developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, but it will be their first title to release on Xbox One. The company has since been acquired by Korean publisher Krafton in 2021. subnautica 2 is a sequel to the original. subnautica and Subnautica: Below ZeroFrom a narrative standpoint, it doesn't seem to have anything to do with either game. Subnautica 2 It takes place on a completely new ocean planet. That means you'll discover tons of mysterious creatures and biomes.
Unknown Worlds Entertainment claims: Subnautica 2 It will be the first entry in the franchise to feature a multiplayer mode that will allow you to play with up to three friends. For some fans, this alone will be enough to get them excited. subnauticaIt's a sequel to , but it's not the only major improvement planned for the title. According to working animator and developer Scott Macdonald: Subnautica 2Unknown Worlds is planned to be created. Subnautica 2When fully released, the map will be significantly larger in scope and depth than previous maps. The question is when Subnautica 2 It will be released in Early Access when it launches for PC and Xbox Series X/S in 2025, so it may take some time to achieve this goal.
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Subnautica 2 is implementing features cut from the original game
The original Subnautica was full of cut content, and one of the biggest examples is set to return as an important mechanic in the sequel.
It may be a long time before Subnautica 2's maps are fully implemented.
Subnautica 1 and Zero spent years in Early Access before release.
What is Unknown Worlds doing? Subnautica 2The release of is nothing new. first two games subnautica The franchise also debuted as an Early Access title. For example, the original subnautica It was released on Windows PC in December 2014, before the release of 1.0. The game was later released on macOS and Xbox One in 2015 and 2016, respectively. That wasn't until 2018. subnautica It came out of Early Access and was released on PlayStation 4 as a result. Overall, it took about three years for the underwater survival game to receive a full, fully featured release.
Because it was a small spin-off of the first subnautica game, Subnautica: Below ZeroThe early access period has been significantly shortened. It was first released on Windows PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store in January 2019, just a year after the release of 1.0. subnautica. The game was eventually released on other platforms in May 2021, including PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and macOS. Subnautica: Below Zero Early access ended the day it launched on consoles. This title essentially spent two years of its development cycle at EA.
Subnautica 2 is scheduled to launch in Early Access, so the map likely won't materialize for some time.
I look forward to an unknown world Subnautica 2's Early Access period will last for a similar period of time. On the game's official Steam page, the company revealed that the long-awaited sequel will be in early access for about two to three years, judging by previous works in development. Early access version Subnautica 2Unknown Worlds claims to include a handful of biomes, creatures, and craftable items, in addition to some narrative and multiplayer modes. As the game's early access development progresses, the developer promises to add even more content.
It's very likely Subnautica 2's map won't be as fleshed out as the first game's map when it releases in 2025. Because it's still in development by then. Barring any sudden delays, Unknown Worlds has basically confirmed that the sequel won't feature-complete until 2027 or 2028 at the earliest. It's unfortunate that fans will have to wait so long, but this will at least give the developers enough time to add more content to the game. map in the original subnautica It wasn't huge by any means, but it certainly wasn't flimsy either, so it probably took a lot of effort. Subnautica 2 In this respect, it surpasses its predecessor.
Subnautica 2 is an underwater survival adventure game set in an all-new alien ocean world. The next chapter in the Subnautica universe developed by Unknown Worlds.
New world, new adventure
A new world awaits with a completely new story. You are a pioneer traveling to a distant world, but something is missing. The ship's AI requires you to carry out missions. This world is too dangerous for humans to survive… Unless we change what it means to be human. What creatures, intelligent or not, await your arrival?
Explore with friends
Play alone or with up to 3 friends in online multiplayer co-op. Whether you're exploring mysterious ruins, building a custom base, or venturing deeper into the world… The challenges of this planet will test your ingenuity and adaptability in unexpected and exciting ways.
Crafting submersibles, tools and bases
Survival depends on utilizing the right tools. In addition to basic items like scanners and flashlights, you can find recipes for advanced tools, equipment, and submersibles. A thorough construction system allows you to further customize your base. New tools help us better adapt to the world.
Discover a variety of new biomes
From towering underwater cliffs to lush coral reefs, this underwater alien world is filled with vibrant and breathtaking biomes, each filled with diverse ecosystems and unique creatures. But something is wrong. The world is out of balance. What happened here? What happened to you? And more importantly, where are you?
Research into mysterious creatures
Discover a rich world filled with mysterious creatures, from the smallest fish to the largest Leviathan. Scan creatures to learn more about them. Use the biosampler to collect samples for research. As you learn more about this world, evolve your genetics to adapt your body to survive.
Survive the terrifying depths
This world is wide and deep. Embark on an adventure beyond the safety of shallow waters and down into the dark places of the unknown. Wonder and danger lurk around every corner. To survive on this planet, you must cross its borders and unlock the secrets of this strange world.
Team introduction
Subnautica 2 is being made by Unknown Worlds, a fully remote studio with roots in the 2002 Half-Life mod Natural Selection. This is the same studio that created the original Subnautica. Teams are scattered all over the world, from the United States to the United Kingdom, France, Iceland, Austria, Australia, Canada, and India.
Early Access Development
Subnautica 2 will be an Early Access game. This means there will be active development at launch. Bugs, functionality and performance issues may arise during development. We will be adding additional biomes, creatures, craftable items, and narrative as we progress. Join Early Access and help shape the future of Subnautica 2.
- franchise
- subnautica
- multiplayer
- online co-op
- engine
- Unreal Engine 5
- number of players
- 1-4
- Early Access Release
- 2025
