The eagerly awaited sequel to the 2018 underwater survival hit, Subnautica 2, is set to release in Early Access in late 2025, and Unknown Worlds is keeping fans excited while addressing their concerns. In a recent Discord Q&A, Design Lead Anthony Gallegos tackled questions about the game’s 15-hour story, the removal of weapons, and the release timeline, ensuring players know what’s coming.
The original Subnautica hooked players with its alien ocean and sci-fi story. Subnautica 2 on the other hand takes you to a new planet with different biomes, giant Leviathans, and co-op for up to four players. Some fans worried the 15-hour story sounded too short, but Gallegos clarified it’s just the narrative, as exploration, crafting, and base-building will keep you busy for hours, like the first game’s six-hour story that stretched into dozens.
The choice to ditch weapons, including the knife, has sparked debate. Gallegos confirmed Subnautica 2 will have no weapons, just a cutting tool for harvesting, and Leviathans will be unkillable. He said killing predators is “boring” and reduces their terror, so players will need to dodge or interact with these massive beasts, including the biggest Leviathan yet.
Subnautica 2’s Early Access will launch on PC (Steam, Epic Games, Microsoft Store) and Xbox Series X/S via Game Preview and Game Pass, with a two-to-three-year phase of updates adding biomes, creatures, and story based on player feedback.
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