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Where to find Sulphur in Subnautica 2
Subnautica 2 sulphur is a key resource for crafting electrical items like the advanced wiring kit and repair tool. Larger deposits are found in the dangerous "graveyard" area, east of the lifepod. Players can find some sulphur before encountering extreme heat, but a heat tolerance adaptation, rebreather, and tadpole are recommended for accessing larger quantities within the sweltering zone.
Valve reportedly giving away free Steam games to Steam Controller buyers who had delivery botched: "Average Valve…
Valve reportedly offered a customer a free standard-edition game of their choice after a Steam Controller they ordered was misdelivered. The user shared a screenshot of the interaction with Steam Support, stating they received the new Forza Horizon 6 as compensation. While unconfirmed by Valve, the incident highlights positive customer service from the company.
Subnautica 2 Sells 2M in 12 Hours
Unknown Worlds announced that Subnautica 2 has sold over two million units in the first 12 hours since its Early Access launch. The underwater survival sequel's strong sales performance marks a significant milestone for the developer.
Subnautica 2’s early access roadmap promises big improvements along with new content over the ‘next few months’
Unknown Worlds has outlined the early access roadmap for Subnautica 2, detailing upcoming updates over the next few months. The EA 1.1 update will focus on quality-of-life improvements and new features, while EA 1.2 will introduce significant co-op enhancements including voice chat and player trading. Larger expansions with new biomes, creatures, and story content are also planned.
How to make Rubber in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to craft rubber in the game Subnautica 2. Rubber is a key crafting component for various items and equipment within the game's underwater environments.
Where to find Gold in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to find gold in Subnautica 2, a rare material needed for advanced crafting recipes. Players must progress the story to unlock heat tolerance and venture into the hot Graveyard area east of the lifepod. Recommended equipment includes a tadpole vehicle and rebreather for navigating deeper waters.
Subnautica 2 User Outs Themselves as Having Pirated the Game After Contacting the Developer for Support
A user who pirated Subnautica 2 inadvertently revealed their status by contacting the developer, Unknown Worlds Entertainment, for support. This incident highlights the risks associated with playing pirated software.
Subnautica 2 Dev Reveals Early Access Roadmap, Teases New Region, New Vehicle, and Next Chapter of the Story
The developers of Subnautica 2 have released an early access roadmap outlining upcoming updates for the underwater survival and crafting game. The roadmap teases new content including a new region, a new vehicle, and the next chapter of the game's story.
"I cannot condone piracy, but I get why people do" - Subnautica 2 lead designer airs frustration at 'flagrant' pirates
Subnautica 2 lead designer Anthony Gallegos expressed frustration with players openly boasting about pirating the game, distinguishing it from general piracy which he understands. Despite the issue, the game achieved over 2 million sales across PC and Xbox Series X/S shortly after its early access launch.
Subnautica 2 Blows Past 2 Million Copies Just 12 Hours After Launch
Unknown Worlds' Subnautica 2 has achieved significant commercial success, selling 2 million copies within 12 hours of its Early Access launch. The game also reached a peak concurrent player count of over 651,000 across PC and Xbox Series X|S. This success comes after a protracted legal battle between Unknown Worlds and publisher Krafton regarding contract disputes and the game's release.
How to make the vehicle fabricator fit in Subnautica 2
This guide addresses the frustration of not being able to place the vehicle fabricator in Subnautica 2. It provides solutions to overcome this common placement issue within the game's crafting and base building mechanics.
How to get the Repair Tool in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to find the fragments needed to craft the Repair Tool in Subnautica 2. The Repair Tool is essential for fixing damaged vehicles and bases, and its fragments can be found in shipwrecks and a small cave near the Lifepod. Crafting requires Titanium Ingot, Wiring Kit, Basic Battery, and Sulfur.
How to craft ingots in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to craft ingots in Subnautica 2, which are essential for advanced crafting recipes like vehicles and machinery. Unlike the first game, ingots require a processor, which can be built using basic resources. The article details the materials needed for various ingots, including titanium, copper, silver, gold, germanium, and plasteel.
Subnautica 2’s first 24 hours of early access are marked by 2M sales and generally high praise
Subnautica 2 has achieved 2 million sales within its first day of early access, with Steam reporting over 467,000 concurrent players at its peak. Despite legal disputes between developer Unknown Worlds and publisher Krafton, player reception has been largely positive, with "very positive" Steam reviews praising the visuals and performance, though some players have noted issues with defense and character sleep mechanics. The article also details ongoing legal battles between the two companies regarding development delays and contractual obligations.
How to get titanium ingots in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to craft titanium ingots in Subnautica 2, a crucial material for advanced tools and equipment. Players need to build a processor by scanning and gathering resources like titanium, mild acid, and copper wire. The guide also lists all in-game recipes that require titanium ingots.
How to fix the Fabricator in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to repair the broken Fabricator in Subnautica 2. The Fabricator is a crucial crafting station for players in the game.
Subnautica 2 Has Already Sold Two Million Copies
Unknown Worlds Entertainment announced that Subnautica 2 has sold over two million copies in Early Access within 12 hours of its May 14 launch on Xbox Series consoles and PC. The underwater survival adventure game allows players to explore an alien world alone or with up to three friends, featuring base building and submersible exploration.
How To Unlock Metal Farms In Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to unlock and craft Metal Farms in Subnautica 2, a contraption that allows players to passively gather resources. It details the location of the Metal Farms sub-zone, the materials required for crafting, and how to operate the farm once built. The article also notes that Subnautica 2 is currently in early access, with more content expected.
How To Get The Hydroelectric Turbine In Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to find and craft the Hydroelectric Turbine in Subnautica 2, a crucial component for base power generation. Players need to locate four fragments in underwater currents and gather materials like Titanium, Copper, and Silver to build it. The turbine consistently generates 12 energy per second when placed in a water current and can be connected to a base via Power Transmitters.
Where To Find The Rebreather In Subnautica 2
This guide details how to find the Rebreather fragments in Subnautica 2, an essential piece of equipment for decreasing oxygen consumption during dives. The article outlines multiple fragment locations around the Lifepod and lists the crafting materials required to build the Rebreather once its blueprint is unlocked.
