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Press release:
Unknown Worlds today announced that Subnautica 2 will launch in Early Access on May 14 (4:00 PM BST/5:00 PM CEST) for £25.99 GBP/€29.99 EUR on PC and Xbox Series consoles. The sequel introduces a new alien ocean world, expanded survival systems, and for the first time in the series, optional four-player co-op, marking a major step forward for the franchise.

To support the announcement, the studio released a new cinematic trailer that offers a new look at the world and gameplay players can expect at launch.

The newly released trailer captures the series’ immersive world and atmosphere through cinematic storytelling. It seamlessly introduces new underwater vehicles and tools while unfolding a tense sequence where fellow explorers are threatened one by one by alien creatures, maximizing the franchise’s signature sense of awe and tension.

“We’re excited for players to experience Subnautica 2, beginning May 14th!” said Ted Gill, CEO of Unknown Worlds.

“Our team cannot wait to hear your feedback as the game evolves throughout Early Access.”

Created by Unknown Worlds, founded by Charlie Cleveland and Max McGuire, Subnautica 2 is the official sequel to the Subnautica series, which has sold more than 18.5 million copies worldwide and helped define the ocean survival genre. The game has ranked No.1 on Steam’s wishlist for nine consecutive months since September 2025, making it one of the most highly anticipated titles of the year.

About Unknown Worlds
Unknown Worlds is a renowned, global game development studio. The studio is best known for the genre-defining Subnautica series, which has sold over 18.5 million units worldwide, as well as the Natural Selection franchise and the turn-based strategy game Moonbreaker. For more information, please visit unknownworlds.com.