
With near-perfect execution, Subnautica is a must-play for any adventure fan.
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Verdict
97%
Steam
84
IGDB
Verdict score based on confidence-adjusted Steam reviews?
Overwhelmingly Positive on Steam (97% positive from 341K reviews)
Healthy player count of 2,824 concurrent
Critically acclaimed (84/100 critic average)
Rich open world to explore
Still in Early Access — content may be incomplete
Subnautica is a 2018 action-adventure survival game developed and published by Unknown Worlds Entertainment. The player controls Ryley Robinson, a survivor of a spaceship crash on an alien oceanic planet, which they are free to explore. The main objectives are to find essential resources, survive the local flora and fauna, and find a way to escape the planet.

Runs well on modern hardware.
Last updated 2d ago
Interestingly, I played the original Subnautica only after experiencing Subnautica 2. Having barely touched the first game before, seeing the massive differences between the two titles has been incredible. After 40 hours of playtime, I am completely immersed. I am only halfway through the story right now because I want to fully explore everything. To discover every single corner, you will easily need at least 80 to 100 hours. Atmosphere and Visuals Even after playing the sequel, the world of Planet 4546B is stunningly beautiful. Moving from colorful coral reefs to pitch-black, menacing deep-sea trenches is incredibly motivating. The masterful lighting and lively wildlife create an unmatched, atmospheric experience. Gameplay and Comparison The core gameplay loop of gathering, crafting, and discovering works flawlessly. Comparing the mechanics, progression, and base-building to Subnautica 2 gives a fantastic new perspective on how the franchise evolved. The balance between relaxing base-building and the pure thrill of diving into the unknown is brilliantly executed. Verdict Subnautica is incredibly fun and offers massive depth. It is a world you want to stay in and fully discover. An absolute must-buy for anyone looking for a true adventure—even if you play the series in reverse!
I love this game. When you swim close to the rear part of the aurora in the beginning and get a view of the underwater flora and fauna ,that's just marvelous.Also the rear part of the aurora has tons of loot for early game. The exploration, mystery, horror, storytelling is awesome! Also the goated music that plays while exploring. And the best thing in the game is the cute cuddlefish.
This is a classic game and is very fun, just don't go too deep unless you want to see some things
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