Subnautica 2 is an underwater survival adventure game set in a brand new alien ocean world. This is the next chapter in the Subnautica universe created 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 wrong. The ship's AI insists you complete the mission. This world is too dangerous for humans to survive… unless you change what it means to be human. What creatures, intelligent or otherwise, await your arrival?
Explore with friends
Play alone or with up to three friends in online multiplayer. Whether you're exploring mysterious ruins, building custom bases, or venturing deep into the world… the challenge of this planet will test your ingenuity and ability to adapt in unexpected and curious ways.
Submarines, instruments and bases
Survival depends on using the right tools. Along with basics like scanners and flashlights, you'll find recipes for more advanced tools, equipment, and submarines. Bases are more customizable with a revamped build system. New tools allow for greater adaptability to the world.
Discover diverse new biomes
From towering underwater cliffs to lush coral fields, this aquatic alien world is full of vibrant and breathtaking biomes, each filled with diverse ecosystems and unique creatures. But something is not right, the world is out of balance. what happened here what happened to you And most importantly, where are you?
Study mysterious life forms
Discover a rich world full of mysterious life forms, from the smallest fish to the largest leviathans. Scan creatures to learn more about them. Use your Biosampler to take a sample for study. As you learn more about this world, evolve your genetics to adapt your body for survival.
Survive in the terrifying depths
This world is vast and deep. Descend beyond the safety of shallow waters into the dark unknown. Surprises and dangers lurk around every corner. To survive on this planet, you have to go beyond your limits and unlock the secrets of this strange world.
About the team
Subnautica 2 was developed by Unknown Worlds, an entirely remote studio that traces its roots back to Half-Life 2002's Natural Selection mode. This is the same studio that created the original Subnautica. The team is spread all over the world, from the United States to the United Kingdom, France, Iceland, Austria, Australia, Canada, India and many other places.
Early access development
Subnautica 2 will be an Early Access game, meaning it will be in active development at the time of release. You may encounter bugs, developing features, and performance issues. As we go along, we'll add biomes, creatures, crafting, and narration. Join us in Early Access and help shape the future of Subnautica 2.
- Royalties
- Subnautica
- multiplayer
- Online company
- engine
- Unreal Engine 5
- Number of players
- 1-4
- Early access release
- 2025