Subnautica 2 Devs Address EULA Concerns After Player Backlash
Subnautica 2 developers are revising their EULA after player outrage over restrictive terms, assuring no action against streamers or modders.
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Subnautica 2 devs roll out first hotfix, promising "adjustments to the Terms of Service" amid EULA concerns
Unknown Worlds has released the first hotfix for Subnautica 2, addressing issues such as infrequent crashes and concerns surrounding the game's End User License Agreement (EULA). The update includes changes to data collection and promises future adjustments to the Terms of Service in response to player feedback. The game has achieved over two million copies sold in its first week of Early Access.
Subnautica 2 dev says it’ll ‘never take any action against any player’ in response to outrage over draconian EULA
The developers of Subnautica 2 have stated they will not take action against any player, following player outrage over a perceived draconian End User License Agreement. This statement comes in response to community backlash regarding the EULA's terms.
Subnautica 2's EULA is causing a bit of a ruckus, but Unknown Worlds say they're "looking into" the current terms
Subnautica 2's End User License Agreement has sparked controversy due to clauses restricting VPN use, potential ownership claims on fan-made content by publisher Krafton, and individual arbitration requirements. Unknown Worlds has stated they are reviewing the EULA following player concerns, assuring players that actions will not be taken against streaming, Linux use via Proton, or modding as long as rules are followed.
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The End User License Agreement for Subnautica 2 has been described as severe, with PC Gamer noting that the terms of the EULA are so restrictive that even reporting on them could be considered a violation. The article briefly mentions unrelated news about physical attacks against crypto holders.
Subnautica 2's EULA is so severe that even this news story breaks it
Subnautica 2 has launched in early access, but publisher Krafton is facing criticism over its severe End User License Agreement. The EULA contains strict stipulations regarding gameplay videos and broadly defined unacceptable behavior, raising concerns among players and potentially breaching its own terms with this news coverage.
Subnautica 2 devs respond to EULA worries, say they'll "obviously never take any action against" streamers and are "looking into" other concerns
Developers at Unknown Worlds have addressed player concerns regarding the End-User License Agreement for Subnautica 2. They stated that streamers will not face action and that other EULA issues are being investigated, aiming to alleviate worries about potential overreach and legal implications.
"Predatory as hell" Subnautica 2 EULA sets $50 max damage payout limit, bans VPN use, and has fans very concerned
Subnautica 2's End User License Agreement has drawn criticism from fans for clauses including a $50 maximum payout for damages, a ban on VPN use, and restrictions on playing on multiple devices. While some clauses are standard legal protections, others have raised concerns about consumer rights. The developers have indicated that modding will be permitted, similar to the original game.
