Pre-Purchase and Pre-Load Now Available
The Early Access version of ‘Subnautica 2’ is scheduled for release on Friday, May 15th, 2026. Prior to its launch, the game has garnered over 5 million global Steam Wishlist registrations, indicating high anticipation from players worldwide. To ensure a smooth launch experience, KRAFTON JAPAN Inc. is offering pre-purchase and pre-load options on Steam.
Steam Pre-Purchase and Pre-Load Details
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Start Date: May 12th, 2026, 0:00 AM JST
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Purchase Link: Subnautica 2 Steam Page
Please note that actual gameplay will commence with the Early Access release on May 15th, 2026, at 0:00 AM JST.
‘Subnautica 2’ Early Access Release Overview
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Title: Subnautica 2
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Release Date: May 15th, 2026, 0:00 AM JST
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Price: 3,370 JPY (tax included)
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Player Count: 1 player (up to 4 players in co-op)
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Supported Platforms: PC and Xbox Series
“First Dive Showcase” Event Highlights
Unknown Worlds recently hosted an online event, “First Dive Showcase,” to commemorate the upcoming Early Access launch of ‘Subnautica 2.’ The event was simultaneously streamed on YouTube, Steam, and Twitch, reaching a peak of 70,000 concurrent viewers.
During the broadcast, developers discussed the game’s design direction, new gameplay systems, vehicles, and expanded base-building elements. The gameplay footage revealed key features, including:
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Enhanced underwater lighting and rendering powered by Unreal Engine 5.
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An “Environmental Adaptation System” where players evolve to suit changing environments.
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Expanded base-building elements.
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New underwater vehicles.
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Encounters with colossal deep-sea creatures.
The “First Dive Showcase” video can be viewed at the following URL:
First Dive Showcase Video
Developer’s Comment
Ted Gill, CEO of Unknown Worlds, expressed his enthusiasm: “We are incredibly excited by the passion everyone has shown for the Early Access launch. We look forward to hearing your feedback as we build this game together with you.”
About ‘Subnautica 2’
‘Subnautica 2’ is the highly anticipated sequel to the ‘Subnautica’ series, which established the oceanic survival genre and sold over 18.5 million copies worldwide. The new title continues the series’ universe, set on a new alien planet, introducing evolved visuals and a novel ecosystem. For the first time in the series, it supports cooperative play for up to four players, allowing players to work together to survive and explore.
For more detailed information about the game, please check the following channels:
About Unknown Worlds
Unknown Worlds is a globally acclaimed game development studio founded by Charlie Cleveland and Max McGuire. The studio is known for establishing the oceanic survival genre with the ‘Subnautica’ series, which has sold over 18.5 million copies worldwide, as well as the ‘Natural Selection’ series and the turn-based strategy game ‘Moonbreaker.’ More information can be found at Unknown Worlds.
