You Won’t BELIEVE Subnautica 2’s Gameplay Reveal! EA Soon!

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Summary

  • A new Subnautica 2 dev vlog teases updated base building mechanics and new tools.
  • The sequel introduces multiplayer gameplay, new environments, and dangers.
  • New gameplay footage shows off resource-specific nodes and a genetic modification mechanic.

A fresh developer vlog for the upcoming game, Subnautica 2, offers a sneak peek at its gameplay, showcasing refined base building systems and novel tools along with hints of the game’s new landscapes. The video further confirms that Subnautica 2 is still on track for early access release this year, though an exact launch date has yet to be shared for when players can immerse themselves in this alien world.

Fans of Subnautica received exciting news about the upcoming sequel to the popular sci-fi underwater exploration game last year. The first teaser trailer for Subnautica 2 was unveiled, along with some new features on its official Steam page. For the first time in the series, players will collaborate and discover a brand-new alien planet featuring unique environments, narratives, and perils. Although multiplayer is one way to interact with Subnautica 2, solo players can still opt for a self-guided adventure and survival experience.

After a six-month wait since the initial sneak peek, I, as an eager fan, have finally been treated to a deeper glimpse into the day-to-day gameplay of Subnautica 2. In the latest developer vlog for Subnautica 2, Design Lead Anthony Gallegos shares the team’s intentions to release the game into early access later this year, encouraging all players to embark on this adventure ahead of schedule. While we didn’t get to explore too many of the game’s environments, we did catch a clearer look at the in-game graphics and some intriguing updates to familiar aspects.

It seems that base building in Subnautica 2 has undergone significant development. New elements like support pillars, superconducting foundations, and various compartments are being introduced. These additions will not only enhance the structural integrity of our bases but also provide us with more opportunities to refine and expand our designs, unleashing our creativity like never before.

Subnautica 2 Will Evolve Some Familiar Mechanics in Surprising Ways

The video additionally showcased some of the game’s tools being used, including the scanner that seems to have new capabilities, such as a radar function for easier detection of resources or scannable items within the extensive map of Subnautica 2. Resources seem to operate differently in this sequel, with the removal of breakable rocks yielding random materials and their replacement by resource-specific nodes that can be manually collected. Furthermore, a segment of the video hints at changes in the inventory system, as it appears the sequel may introduce resource meters instead, as evidenced by a player having 0.71 titanium in their inventory.

A different part of the video displays an odd alien goo, mentioned in the game’s PDA to have some sort of consumable quality that incorporates beneficial genetic traits – suggesting the genetic modification feature previously confirmed for Subnautica 2. The vlog also offered a peek at the behaviors of new creatures, along with a quick view of what seems to be another leviathan’s model.

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2025-04-23 20:54