Exploration, discovery, and creation are the core aspects of Subnautica. These aspects are perfectly enjoyable alone, with each new beautiful discovery being its own memorable experience, and a little bit of foreboding sprinkled in at times. That said, having the chance to explore the depths of Planet 4546B with friends would bring about a whole … Read more
When you first climb out of your lifepod at the start of Subnautica, you’ll notice two things – why people are scared of the ocean, and the massive ship, the Aurora, sticking out of it. After a bit of playing around in the Shallows, you’ll probably want to check out that very ship. You certainly … Read more
As you approach the lategame stage of Subnautica, there will be a few rare materials that you’ll want to get your hands on. Some can be harvested from specific biomes and used immediately, while others must be crafted first. Polyaniline falls into the latter category. To craft it, you’ll need a couple of different ingredients, … Read more
Surviving the ocean world of Planet 4546B is a lonely affair. Although you’ve got no shortage of creatures that are willing to get up close and personal with you, there’s a distinct lack of anything friendly, above or below the waves. Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be this way for the entirety of your stay. … Read more
Subnautica is littered with important resources that are required for equally important crafts, with the most essential resources lying in the deep. Nickel Ore is one of these vital resources, but unsurprisingly, it’s also one of the toughest materials to get. You’ll only be able to obtain it late in your playthrough, as Nickel Ore … Read more
To say that there’s a divergent assortment of sea life in Subnautica would be an understatement. There’s a whole load of biomes, each with its array of creatures skulking about its depths, with some good, some bad, and some really quite ugly. That said, sooner or later, you’ll encounter a creature that you like, and … Read more
Survival on Planet 4546B means getting your hands on the vital resources that lie beneath the waves. Some of these resources are pretty easy to obtain, Titanite being chief among them. Others aren’t so easy, at least not in the early game. Magnetite can be one of these difficult resources. Despite not being terribly straightforward … Read more
Subnautica has a bounty of beautiful biomes, each clearly distinct from the last, and with its own secrets to explore. The Lost River is no different, being a treasure trove of resources, interesting sights, and secrets regarding the end of Subnautica’s storyline. If you want to uncover the secrets held in the depths of Planet … Read more
In Subnautica Below Zero, diamonds play an essential role in crafting, though arguably a bit less so than in the first game. Still, you’ll need them fairly early on for Enameled Glass, which is required for a few upgrades and for tools to advance the story. But, just like the first game, diamonds can be … Read more
Subnautica’s Cyclops is the ultimate vehicular goal for survivors on planet 4546B. It is by far the largest vehicle in Subnautica, easily surpassing the Seamoth and Prawn suit. It also has a vehicle bay and an initial crush depth of 500 meters, making it a perfect mobile base of operations. Presented with a vehicle practically … Read more
