Map plans for Subnautica 2 may be a long time coming

After years of waiting, Subnautics 2the upcoming sequel to the popular survival game of the same name, was officially unveiled at the Xbox Partner Preview event on October 17. Like its predecessor, the game is being developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, but will be the first title released by the company since it was acquired by South Korean publisher Krafton in 2021. Now, though Subnautics 2 is a sequel to both originals Subnautics and Subnautica: Below Zeroit doesn't seem to have any connection to either game in terms of narrative. Subnautics 2 will take place on an all-new ocean planet, which means plenty of mysterious creatures and biomes to uncover.

Unknown Worlds Entertainment is promoting it Subnautics 2 will be the first entry in the franchise with a multiplayer mode, as it will be playable with up to three friends. For some fans, that alone is enough to get them excited Subnauticssequel, but that's not the only major improvement planned for the title. According to Scott McDonald, an animator and developer working on Subnautics 2Unknown Worlds intends to do Subnautics 2The map is much larger in scope and depth than its predecessor after full release. The point is when Subnautics 2 due out in 2025 for PC and Xbox Series X/S, it will launch in early access, so it may take some time to reach that goal.

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Subnautica 2 implements a feature cut from the original game

The original Subnautica was filled with cut content, and one of the biggest examples will return in the sequel as a significant mechanic.

The Subnautica 2 map may take a long time to fully implement

Subnautica 1 and Below Zero spent several years in Early Access before launch

What do the unknown worlds do Subnautics 2The release is nothing new; the first two games in the Subnautics franchise also debuted in early access. For example, the original Subnautics released on Windows PC in December 2014, before the 1.0 launch. The game was then released on macOS and Xbox One in 2015 and 2016 respectively. It was only in 2018 Subnautics came out of early access and ended up being released on the PlayStation 4. All in all, it took about 3 years for the water survival game to get a full launch with a full set of features.

Because it was a smaller spin-off of the first one Subnautics the game Subnautica: Below ZeroThe early access period was much shorter. It originally released on Windows PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store in January 2019, just a year after the 1.0 launch Subnautics. The game eventually made its way to other platforms, namely PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and macOS, in May 2021. Subnautica: Below Zero launched from early access the same day it was released on consoles. The title essentially spent two years of its development cycle at EA.

Since Subnautica 2 will launch in early access, its map will likely not be refined for a while

Unknown worlds await Subnautics 2The early access period will continue for a similar amount of time. On the game's official Steam page, the company states that the long-awaited sequel will likely be in early access for around two to three years, based on previous work it has developed. Early access version Subnautics 2According to Unknown Worlds, in addition to the story and multiplayer mode, there will be several biomes, creatures and items to craft. The developer promises to add much more content to the game as the Early Access game progresses.

There is a high probability of this Subnautics 2The map won't be as detailed as the one in the first game when it comes out in 2025, as it will still be in development until then. Barring any sudden delays, Unknown Worlds has basically confirmed that its sequel won't be fully completed until 2027 or 2028. It's a shame that fans will have to wait so long, but it will at least give the developer enough time to add more content to the game. Map in the original Subnautics wasn't gigantic by any means, but it certainly wasn't a slouch either, so it probably took a lot of effort to Subnautics 2 surpass its predecessor in this respect.

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 developed by Unknown Worlds.

New world, new adventures

A new world awaits along with a whole new story. You are a pioneer traveling to a distant world, but something is wrong. The ship's AI insists that you complete the mission. This world is too dangerous for humans to survive… Unless you change what it means to be human. What creatures, sentient or otherwise, await your arrival?

Explore with friends

Play alone or with three friends in multiplayer co-op. Explore mysterious ruins, build special bases or go on adventures deep into the world… The challenge of this planet will test your ingenuity and ability to adapt in unexpected and interesting ways.

Creation of underwater vehicles, tools and bases

Survival depends on using the right tools. Along with basic items like a scanner and flashlight, you'll find recipes for more advanced tools, equipment, and underwater vehicles. Bases are more customizable with an overhauled building system. New tools allow us to better adapt to the world.

Discover a variety of new biomes

From towering underwater cliffs to lush coral fields, this aquatic alien world is filled with vibrant and exciting biomes, each teeming 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?

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 the biosampler to take samples for research. As you learn more about this world, evolve your genetics to adapt your body for survival.

Survive in the terrifying depths

This world is wide and deep. Venture beyond the safety of shallow waters, descending into the darkness of the unknown. Wonder and danger lurk around every corner. To survive on this planet, you will need to go beyond your limits and uncover the secrets of this amazing world.

About the team

Subnautica 2 is being created by Unknown Worlds, a completely remote studio that traces its roots back to the 2002 Half-Life mod Natural Selection. This is the same studio that created the original Subnautica. The team is spread all over the world, from the United States to Great Britain, France, Iceland, Austria, Australia, Canada, India and many other places.

Development in early access

Subnautica 2 will be an Early Access game, meaning it will be in active development at release. You may encounter bugs, features in development, and performance issues. We'll be adding more biomes, creatures, crafting items, and story as we go. Join us in Early Access and help shape the future of Subnautica 2.

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