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"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 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 Celestine in Subnautica 2
This guide details how to find Celestine in Subnautica 2, a crucial resource for crafting the Tadpole Depth module. Celestine is located in the biome surrounding the Alien Ruins, specifically at lower depths. Players will need to process the collected Celestine into Strontium at a Processor to create the depth module.
Subnautica 2 sells two million copies in less than 24 hours
Unknown Worlds' Subnautica 2 has achieved over two million sales within 12 hours of its early access launch on May 14. The game saw a peak of over 651,000 concurrent players across Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox, with Steam alone reaching 467,582 players. The co-op survival game is priced at $30 and has received overwhelmingly positive reviews.
How to get Creature Enamel in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to find Creature Enamel in Subnautica 2, a material required for crafting Enameled Glass. Creature Enamel can be found as white, bone-like sticks protruding from black mineral deposits in the biome surrounding the Alien Ruins. Players should be cautious of patrolling Needlers in the area.
How to get a Subnautica 2 tadpole and the tadpole pens key code
This guide explains how to acquire and utilize the tadpole vehicle in Subnautica 2, which aids in exploration and reaching greater depths. It also details the process of obtaining the tadpole pens key code by locating specific black boxes within the game world.
How to get a fully functional Fabricator in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to obtain a fully functional Fabricator in Subnautica 2 by unlocking base building, constructing a base, and crafting a new Fabricator within it. The base game's Lifepod Fabricator is a basic version, while the new one unlocks advanced blueprints like the Sonic Resonator and Repair Tool.
Subnautica 2 For PS5? Here's What We Know So Far
Subnautica 2 is currently unavailable on PlayStation 5, despite its success in early access. Developer Unknown Worlds cited Sony's lack of a dedicated early access program as a primary reason, though previous Subnautica titles are available on PlayStation consoles. The game is also not available on Nintendo Switch.
Subnautica 2 has surpassed 2 million sales in 12 hours
Subnautica 2 has achieved over 2 million sales in its first 12 hours of early access launch across PC, Xbox Series X, and the Epic Games Store. The game saw over 651,000 concurrent players, with Steam alone peaking at over 467,000. This success follows a public legal dispute between developer Unknown Worlds and its parent company Krafton.
How to make Titanium Ingots in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to craft Titanium Ingots in Subnautica 2, a necessary step for creating items like the Sonic Resonator and Repair Tool. Players must first build a Processor using a Habitat Builder, which requires scanning for the blueprint. The Processor then uses three titanium pieces to create one Titanium Ingot.
How to get Lucifer Rotsac in Subnautica 2
Lucifer Rotsac, a crucial plant for crafting rubber in Subnautica 2, can be found nestled inside Cradle Shootroots. The most efficient location is approximately 80 meters southwest of the Lifepod, near a rocky archway, where they respawn periodically. These glowing orange orbs are essential for creating items like Air Bladders and Standard Air Tanks.
How to clear an Angel Comb in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to clear an Angel Comb in Subnautica 2 by destroying viral blooms in connected chambers to obtain the Heat Tolerance Adaptation. Players will need the Sonic Resonator tool and potentially other items like Air Bladders and medical kits. The process involves following tendrils, blasting viral growths with the Sonic Resonator, and dealing with predatory fish in the central chamber.
Subnautica 2 makes a splash with 2 million copies sold in 12 hours, 18,000 positive Steam reviews, and 651,000…
Subnautica 2 has achieved significant success in its Early Access launch, selling over two million copies within 12 hours and garnering a large number of positive Steam reviews. The game is currently topping Steam's Top Sellers chart, with the original Subnautica and Subnautica: Below Zero also seeing increased popularity.
"I hope you rethink your life choices": Subnautica 2 dev responds to pirate asking for tech support on leaked…
Unknown Worlds, the developer of Subnautica 2, responded to a player who pirated an early build of the game and then asked for technical support on Discord. The developer expressed disappointment, noting that the leaked builds were incomplete and not representative of the final product. The incident occurred just before the game's official early access release.
Subnautica 2 cross platform saves
Subnautica 2 allows players to transfer save files between PC and Xbox using a one-use cloud code system. This feature enables seamless progression across different platforms, provided the game is owned on both. The game also supports multiplayer, allowing players to share their single-player saves with friends on any platform.
Politicians accuse Rockstar of obstructing legal process, eBay rebuffs GameStop, and video game hardware screams now - Patch Notes #52
This week's Patch Notes covers several key industry events, including politicians accusing Rockstar Games of obstructing legal processes related to union-busting allegations for Grand Theft Auto 6. eBay rejected a takeover bid from GameStop, while Nintendo cited geopolitical and technological factors for its Switch 2 price increases. Additionally, Subnautica 2 achieved over a million sales in its first hour, and Valve's new Steam Controller features an audible alert when dropped.
Subnautica 2 Has Already Sold 2 Million Copies And Counting
Subnautica 2 has achieved significant success in Early Access, selling over 2 million copies within days and reaching a peak player count of over 467,000 on Steam. This surge in popularity comes amidst a legal dispute between developer Unknown Worlds and publisher Krafton regarding a potential $250 million bonus tied to the game's performance targets.
