Subnautica, a title praised for its deep sea exploration and use of the fear of the unknown, is finally getting a sequel. The news quickly reached the ears and eyes of fans, anticipation for its release already rising. While theteaser trailer forSubnautica 2doesn’t provide much about what the game will have, it at least allows potential players to speculate on what content it will present. There may be a lot of things that should have been in the first game that the sequel can make up for, but which ones will be considered during development is something people can only wait and wish for.
Among the many games that try to blend the mechanics of survival, open-world, and horror games,Subnauticaseems to do it exceedingly well, so much so that it warranted a sequel years after its release. The recent release of the sequel’s teaser trailer shows that developer Unknown Worlds is already working on providing players with a new, exciting, and hopefully just as scary experience. Not much else is known aboutSubnautica 2aside from its intended 2025 release date, having a 4-player coop, and being available on the Xbox Series X/S and PC. Until more information is released, fans will likely be coming up with a list of things they would like to see, and there are a few essential things the sequel will hopefully consider implementing.
Ideal Features For Subnautica 2
Improving the Base Building Feature for Subnautica 2
Given how it has some of themost beautiful locations in video games, it would be reasonable for people to want to take time and build bases inSubnautica. If the sequel plans on having just as many or more amazing places, it should ensure players have a much easier time creating their headquarters. While the previous game did offer a lot in terms of what and where players could place items, building one’s base precisely as envisioned proved rather difficult due to the limitations. To prevent that from happening again in the sequel, there are a few improvements that could help:
Subnautica 2 Having an Auto Save Feature
The scariest creatures ofSubnauticaare also its deadliest, leading to players dying as often as they would from improper resource and oxygen management. Those who do die without warning may find themselves in a situation where they lose a lot of progress simply because they forgot to save. While this adds another element of fear to the game, it can also be very punishing and may even force some to stop playing. This issue can be alleviated with a simple auto-save feature, acting as a safety net for those who want a less stressful approach to the game. The feature should also be optional, as it would ensure that both hardcore and casual gamers get the experience they want.
Giving Subnautica 2 a Map for Players to Use
Among the many amazingopen-world games that don’t use a map for navigation,Subnauticamay be the most difficult for players to figure out where they should go or how they should get back. While some items are there to help, like Beacons or Pathfinders, they still cause a lot of confusion and sometimes make it even harder to navigate. The sequel should consider implementing a map, but one that requires players to fill it out via exploration. Doing it that way ensures people can get around where they need to while still having to brave whatever uncharted areas they have yet to encounter.
Subnauticais a non-horror game that delivers amazing yet terrifying experiences, and the sequel should do everything possible to replicate and surpass it. There are many things Unknown Worlds can improve upon with its next creation, and hopefully, the developer considers everything players would want to see fixed or upgraded and implement what’s possible.
Subnautica 2
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Subnautica 2 is an underwater survival adventure game set on an all-new alien ocean world. It is the next chapter in the Subnautica universe, developed by Unknown Worlds.New World, New AdventureA new world awaits alongside an all-new story. You are a pioneer traveling to a distant world, but something is amiss. The ship’s AI insists you carry on 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 FriendsPlay alone or with up to three friends in online multiplayer co-op. Whether exploring mysterious ruins, building custom bases, or adventuring deeper into the world… The challenge of this planet will test your ingenuity and ability to adapt, in unexpected and curious ways.Craft Submersibles, Tools, and BasesSurvival depends on utilizing the right tools. Alongside basic items such as your Scanner and Flashlight, you’ll find recipes for more advanced tools, equipment, and submersibles. Bases are more customizable with an overhauled building system. New tools allow for greater adaptation to the world.Uncover Diverse New BiomesFrom towering underwater cliffs to lush coral fields, this aquatic alien world is brimming with vibrant and breathtaking biomes, each teeming with diverse ecosystems and unique creatures. But something isn’t right. The world is out of balance. What happened here? What happened to you? And more importantly, where are you?Study Mysterious LifeformsUncover a rich world full of mysterious lifeforms, from the smallest fish to the largest Leviathans. Scan creatures to learn more about them. Use your Biosampler to take samples for study. As you learn more about this world, evolve your genetics to adapt your body for survival.Survive Terrifying DepthsThis world is vast and deep. Venture beyond the safety of shallow waters, descending into a dark unknown. Wonder and danger lurks around every corner. To survive this planet, you’ll need to push beyond your boundaries and unlock the secrets of this strange world.About the TeamSubnautica 2 is being created by Unknown Worlds, a fully remote studio that traces its roots back to the 2002 Half-Life mod Natural Selection. It is the same studio that created the original Subnautica. The team is scattered around the globe, from the United States to the United Kingdom, France, Iceland, Austria, Australia, Canada, India, and many more places.Early Access DevelopmentSubnautica 2 will be an Early Access game meaning it will be in active development at release. You may encounter bugs, in-development features, and performance issues. We will be adding additional biomes, creatures, craftables, and narrative as we proceed. Join us in Early Access and help shape the future of Subnautica 2.
