Why Early Access?

We make our best games when you are involved from the start. The earlier you play, the faster we hear what you want. This is how we have historically built our games. By involving you in the development process and iterating on your feedback, we build better games.

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

It is difficult to accurately predict how long Early Access will last.

Based on previous Early Access games we have developed, we expect it to take about 2 to 3 years.

We have a number of goals that we are adamantly working towards. We are focusing on delivering quality at a reasonable pace. At the end of the day, we're dedicated to completing Subnautica 2 and making it the best game possible.

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

Our goal for the full version of Subnautica 2 is a more polished, feature rich version of the game with more content than at Early Access release.

Throughout Early Access, we will release a number of updates that add new content to the game. You can expect additions such as more biomes, creatures, craftables, features, and narratives.

We will continue to improve the game experience through bug fixes and optimization as well, largely with your help as players.

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

Subnautica 2 will include a multiplayer mode, several biomes, some narrative, and a variety of creatures and craftables.

With each major update, we will release more features, creatures, biomes, and more. What exactly will we release? We have a general idea but this is Early Access, so the most important part is making the game available and hearing your thoughts.

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

Yes, the price of Subnautica 2 will increase after Early Access.

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

Playing in Early Access means getting to play the earliest version of Subnautica 2.

It will be imperfect but we invite you to join us in developing a game that you are excited to play. Along the way, we will share our thoughts, our best guesses, and our inevitable mistakes. In return, we want to hear from you! You will get our full, undivided attention. Your feedback matters greatly to us and will determine the future of Subnautica 2.

Being an Early Access player requires a level of understanding and compassion for the game development process and excitement for the future of the game. If you are happy to come along for the journey (it may be choppy at times), we are so excited to have you.