Subnautica begins with an escape pod drifting on an alien ocean. Your ship, the Aurora, has crashed on planet 4546B and you appear to be the only survivor. With a fabricator, a scanner and very little air, you have to explore the water around you to stay alive and work out what really happened to the Aurora.
Released in full in 2018 after a long Early Access run, it is famous for turning the ocean into something both beautiful and terrifying. There are no levels and very little hand holding, just a world that gets darker and stranger the deeper you swim.
Subnautica Game Information
| Developer | Unknown Worlds Entertainment |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Unknown Worlds Entertainment |
| Release Date | January 2018 |
| Genre | Underwater Survival Adventure |
| Game Modes | Single-player |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch |
| Price | Paid, check the store for the current price |
| Official Store | Steam |
Subnautica Gameplay Overview
You scan wreckage to unlock blueprints, gather resources like titanium and copper, and craft tools, food and water. Over time you build habitats on the seafloor, the small Seamoth submarine, the Prawn Suit and the giant Cyclops. Each upgrade lets you dive deeper into biomes like the Kelp Forest, Jellyshroom Cave and Lost River, where huge Leviathans patrol. Survival, Freedom, Hardcore and Creative modes change how punishing it feels.
Key Features Of Subnautica
- A handcrafted alien ocean with biomes from shallow reefs to lava zones
- Base building with modules, scanner rooms, aquariums and power systems
- Vehicles including the Seamoth, Prawn Suit and Cyclops submarine
- A mysterious story told through radio messages, data logs and alien ruins
- Four game modes, including Creative and Hardcore
- Full VR support on PC
Subnautica System Requirements
Minimum specs to run the game on PC:
- OS: Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Haswell 2 cores and 4 threads at 2.5 GHz or AMD equivalent
- Memory: 8 GB
- Graphics: Intel HD 4600 or NVIDIA GTX 550 Ti class with 2 GB VRAM
- Storage: 20 GB
Requirements can change after patches and DLC, so compare them with the official store page before you buy.
How To Download Subnautica Safely
The safest way to get Subnautica is through an official store. Downloads from Steam come straight from the publisher, update automatically and support the people who made the game.
- Click the Download button on this page to open the official Subnautica page on Steam.
- Sign in to your Steam account, or create a free account if you are new.
- Add the game to your cart and complete checkout with your preferred payment method.
- Open the Steam client, go to your Library, select Subnautica and press Install.
- When the download finishes, press Play to launch the game.
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Subnautica Tips For New Players
- Repair the escape pod radio early, because it unlocks rescue signals and story leads.
- Craft the High Capacity O2 Tank as soon as you can and always carry spare air.
- Build your first base near the Safe Shallows, then expand toward deeper resources.
- Stay away from the Aurora’s radiation until you craft a Radiation Suit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Subnautica Free?
No. Subnautica is a paid game, and the official Steam page shows the current price in your local currency.
What Platforms Is Subnautica Available On?
Subnautica is available on Windows, macOS, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch.
Is Subnautica Scary?
It can be. There are no jump scare monsters chasing you through corridors, but the dark depths and huge Leviathans create a lot of tension, especially for players who are uneasy around deep water.
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