Subnautica 2 gameplay revealed in new trailer just hours after rumors surface about unjust delay

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Recently, news broke about Subnautica 2 getting postponed until 2026, accompanied by some confusing whispers in the gaming community. In the midst of this, Unknown Worlds Entertainment, creators of the Subnautica series, unveiled a new gameplay trailer on YouTube and announced that they will be pushing back the Early Access launch to 2026 as well. The tone conveyed by their statement is hopeful, but there’s no mention of Krafton or the $250 million bonus that was forfeited.

Subnautica 2 gameplay reveal drops hours after 2026 delay news breaks

The freshly released trailer for the upcoming game is approximately ninety seconds in length, yet manages to offer a sneak peek at some gameplay footage from Subnautica 2. This tantalizing glimpse into an underwater realm seems breathtakingly beautiful and teems with peculiar and distinctive marine life, similar to its predecessor. A strong focus on cooperative play is evident in the trailer, as several player characters are depicted collaborating to traverse the ocean and construct a base. One scene hints that players may defend against minor hazards using some form of weaponry. Feel free to watch the complete trailer below.

On their official website, Unknown Worlds announced they’ve conducted community playtests for Subnautica 2. Players found the environment, creatures, and narrative engaging, expressing a generally favorable opinion about the game’s direction. However, these tests also uncovered some aspects requiring improvement prior to launch. Consequently, they’ve decided to push the release date back to 2026, allowing time to address community feedback. This update provides a likely explanation for the delay, while leaving us curious about the lost $250 million bonus.

The team additionally guarantees fans that “the essence of the game and the team driving it remain unchanged. We’re proud of our creation and aim to offer you a little extra in our first Early Access launch.” Although they didn’t provide specifics about the additional content, Unknown Worlds hinted at adding “more diverse environments, vehicle enhancements, new tools, deepening the narrative, and introducing new creatures to explore.” These elements could potentially be part of the initial Early Access update. However, if Unknown Worlds deems it necessary, we’ll need to trust their decision.

Despite these concerns not subsiding, fans continue to express them. The most prominent comment on the latest gameplay trailer is, “I hope the team’s development process won’t be affected by recent events…” Other top comments also voice their opinions towards Krafton: “Pay this team the 250 million they deserve.” However, there’s a palpable excitement among fans for Subnautica 2. For now, we await further updates on the intriguing development of this eagerly anticipated sequel.

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2025-07-10 02:02