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Don't expect to kill fish in a future Subnautica 2 patch: 'You are here to exist on this planet, not to…Unknown Worlds developers have stated that players are not intended to kill wildlife in Subnautica 2, emphasizing a theme of coexistence rather than domination. While tools exist to repel creatures, the studio aims to maintain tension and a sense of the player not mastering the world, a lesson learned from player behavior in the original Subnautica.- How To Find Gold In Subnautica 2This guide explains how to find Gold in Subnautica 2, a mineral primarily located in the high-temperature biome east of the starting lifepod. Players will need the Heat Tolerance Adaptation to safely enter this area, where Gold can be found as single deposits or within Gold Outcrops. Gold is mainly used for crafting the Advanced Wiring Kit.
How to build a Metal Farm in Subnautica 2This guide explains how to build and use a Metal Farm in Subnautica 2 to duplicate rare metals like Troilite, which is essential for repairing the Alien Power Plant. Players need to scan three Metal Farms located in a deep, dangerous area northeast of the Alien Ruins Research base to unlock the blueprint. Crafting requires a Mangalloy Ingot and an Axum Bacterial Culture, and the farm duplicates metals when powered and given an initial ore deposit.- Where To Find Gold In Subnautica 2This guide explains how to find Gold in Subnautica 2, a valuable mineral required for certain crafting recipes. Unlike other minerals, Gold is not found in random deposits and requires story progression to access specific areas on the planet Proteus.
- How To Unlock All Biomod Upgrades In Subnautica 2This guide details how to unlock all active and passive Biomod upgrades in Subnautica 2. Biomods can be equipped via a Biolab, with some available by default and others unlocked by scanning specific creatures using the Bioscanner. The article lists each Biomod, its effect, and the creature required to unlock it.
- How To Unlock All Biomod Upgrades In Subnautica 2This guide details how to unlock all active and passive Biomod upgrades in Subnautica 2. Biomods can be equipped via a Biolab, with some available by default and others requiring scanning specific creatures using the Bioscanner.
- How to turn on the Power Center turbine at Alien Ruins in Subnautica 2This guide details how to activate the Power Center turbine located in the Alien Ruins of Subnautica 2. Players must first unlock the fourth Angel Comb to interact with Axum technology, then solve a puzzle involving infected Bloom Clankers to revive the adult Angel Comb. Subsequent steps involve interacting with terminals, repairing a broken turbine using the Habitat Builder, and activating a locked terminal before heading to the Research Outpost to scan an Orrary and unlock a message from Noa.
Where to find Conduit Crystals in Subnautica 2This guide details how to find Conduit Crystals in Subnautica 2, a crucial material for crafting upgrades like the Resonator and Scanner. Players can locate these crystals below 300 meters near an alien power plant, accessible by heading approximately 110 degrees from the alien observatory. Caution is advised due to aggressive fauna and the need for submersible upgrades or an Air Bladder for safe retrieval.- Business and FinanceKrafton, the publisher of Subnautica 2, implemented a generous baby bonus program for its employees, which has reportedly yielded positive results. This initiative highlights the company's investment in employee well-being.
Subnautica 2 devs say no to killing in their survival game, modders respond with add-on that lets you shoot fish anywayUnknown Worlds, the developer of Subnautica 2, has stated a strong commitment to non-violent gameplay, which has been met with community discussion. Despite the developers' stance, players have already created mods that reintroduce the ability to kill creatures in the game. This design choice contrasts with other survival titles like Sons of the Forest.
'We are not a killing game,' says Subnautica 2 dev: 'Go play Sons of the Forest or something if you want…A developer for Subnautica 2 stated that the game is not intended to be a "killing game" and suggested players seeking violent gameplay should look to titles like Sons of the Forest. The developer, from Unknown Worlds, also expressed enthusiasm for updating the game towards its 1.0 release, emphasizing the creation of a world focused on existing with nature rather than dominating it.
How to get the Troilite in Subnautica 2This guide explains how to find Troilite in Subnautica 2, a rare material essential for crafting Mangalloy Ingots and progressing the story by repairing the Alien Power Plant. Players are advised to keep at least one Troilite to use in a Metal Farm for duplication, as the naturally occurring amount is limited. Troilite can be found in glowing green pools northeast of the Alien Ruins Research Base, though it may appear as 'Mineralized Clinker'.- How to unlock the Feedback Resonator in Subnautica 2This guide details how to find the blueprint fragments for the Feedback Resonator in Subnautica 2, an advanced modification for the Sonic Resonator. Players will need to upgrade their Tadpole with the Depth Module Mk. 1 to reach the required depths and locate the fragments near the Alien Ruins and Power Center.
- Subnautica 2 shares its early access roadmap as players pick apart ‘predatory’ terms of serviceSubnautica 2's early access launch is facing player backlash due to controversial terms of service, including a low maximum liability payment and the ability for Krafton to terminate access at any time. Meanwhile, developer Unknown Worlds has released a roadmap for upcoming updates, detailing plans for quality-of-life improvements, co-op features, new content, and story elements.
- How to unlock the Wakemaker blueprint in Subnautica 2This guide details how to find the three blueprint fragments needed to craft the Wakemaker tool in Subnautica 2. It also outlines the necessary resources and crafting steps required to build the tool using the Fabricator, including locations for silver, wiring kits, grease, and basic batteries.
How to get the Subnautica 2 Heat AdaptationThis guide details how to obtain the Heat Tolerance Adaptation in Subnautica 2, a crucial item for exploring warmer waters. Players must first heal an infected Angel Comb located northwest of the lifepod, requiring the Sonic Resonator and potentially flares and first aid kits due to aggressive wildlife. Unlocking this adaptation is key to progressing the game's main story.
How to unlock the Subnautica 2 Sonic ResonatorThis guide details how to unlock and craft the Sonic Resonator tool in Subnautica 2. Players must scan two Sonic Resonator fragments found in an abandoned base and a Processor to obtain the blueprint. The tool is essential for mining large mineral deposits and progressing through certain campaign objectives.
How to save the Subnautica 2 Angel Comb and clear Bloom CankersThis guide explains how to clear Bloom Cankers and save the Angel Comb in Subnautica 2, a process necessary for obtaining important player abilities. Players will need to craft a Sonic Resonator to destroy the Bloom Cankers found on the Angel Comb's roots and central structure.
Subnautica 2: How to quickly expand your tiny starting inventory at the startSubnautica 2 players can quickly expand their starting inventory by finding and interacting with biobeds. The first biobed is located in Chap's lifepod, which can be reached early in the game by following the initial story objectives. Each biobed interaction adds three inventory slots, with more biobeds available throughout the game for further expansion.- Subnautica 2 gör succé – 2 miljoner sålda ex inom 12 timmar av släppetSubnautica 2 has achieved significant success in its early access launch, selling over two million copies within 12 hours and reaching 651,000 concurrent players. Developer Unknown Worlds has outlined a roadmap for future updates, including expanded Biomod systems, wreck mechanics, and co-op features, with the game expected to remain in early access for 2-3 years. Player reception on Steam is overwhelmingly positive.