Release Plans & Development Status
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Early Access is now delayed to 2026, as officially stated by developer Unknown Worlds Entertainment—the extra time will allow for expanded biomes, enhanced vehicle tools, richer creature design, and deeper narrative elements.Internal controversy: Some ousted developers are suing publisher Krafton, alleging the delay was motivated by avoiding a $250 million earn-out payment tied to a 2025 release.Multiplayer co-op for up to 4 players is confirmed—this marks the first time in the series that Subnautica will go beyond single-player.
System Requirements for PC
Requirements at a Glance
From multiple reputable sources:
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Minimum (1080p, Low):
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CPU: Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 (6 cores)
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RAM: 8 GB
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GPU: GTX 1660 (6 GB) or RX 5500 XT (8 GB)
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Storage: ~50 GB
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DirectX 12 required
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Recommended (1080p+, Higher Fidelity):
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CPU: Intel i7-13700 / Ryzen 7 7700X
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RAM: 16 GB
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GPU: RTX 2060 or RX 5600 XT
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Optimized Performance: FHD / 2K / 4K Setup
| Resolution | GPU | CPU | RAM | Target FPS |
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| 1080p | RTX 3060 Ti / RX 6700 XT | i5-10600 / Ryzen 5 5600X | 16 GB | 60+ FPS |
| 1440p | RTX 4060 / RX 7700 XT | i5-12600K / Ryzen 7 5800X | 16–32 GB | 60 FPS |
| 4K | RTX 4070 / RX 7800 XT | i7-12700K / Ryzen 7 7700X | 32 GB | 60 FPS |
Note: These configurations are community-based estimates aligned with the graphical ambitions of Subnautica 2.
What Players & Bloggers Expect
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Leaks & teaser footage showcase vibrant new underwater landscapes, unique alien fauna, and experimental vehicle prototypes.
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Developers reinforced promises of no microtransactions, battle passes, subscriptions, or loot boxes.
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Compared to its predecessors, Subnautica 2 is expected to significantly expand its world-building with richer survival systems and co-op options—while still honoring franchise strengths like community-driven discovery.
FAQ
What is Subnautica 2?
An upcoming action-adventure survival sequel built in Unreal Engine 5, featuring a new alien ocean planet with both solo and 4-player co-op gameplay.
When will Subnautica 2 launch?
Early Access is scheduled for release in 2026, though the final full launch window is estimated between 2027–2028.
Can my PC run Subnautica 2?
Yes—basic hardware like GTX 1660 and 8 GB RAM handles low settings. For high or 4K play, plan for 16–32 GB RAM and a stronger GPU like RTX 2060 or above.
Will there be multiplayer in Subnautica 2?
Yes—multiplayer co-op for up to 4 players with cross-play planned for PC and Xbox Series X/S.
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