New Subnautica 2 video shows off a convenient and social dive elevator, while promising that multiplayer won't ruin single player
Rock Paper Shotgun • • technology
Key Points:
- Subnautica 2's latest developer vlog focuses on multiplayer, emphasizing that cooperative play is optional and the game fully supports solo experiences, maintaining the isolation feel of the original.
- Every feature developed since early demos has been multiplayer-capable, but none require cooperative play, allowing players to bring friends along without impacting solo gameplay.
- The game includes new multiplayer-friendly features like animations showing full human bodies and a dive elevator, which enhances cooperative exploration and resource collection.
- Developers aim to simplify multiplayer access with invitations via platform friends lists or an in-game system supporting cross-play.
- A dedicated team is working on optimizing Subnautica 2 for handheld devices, including the Steam Deck, to enable play anywhere.