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Subnautica 2 Unveils Procedural, Sculptural Base Building in New Dev Vlog

Unknown Worlds showcases a system that replaces fixed modules with freeform tools for highly customizable seabases.

Overview

  • Developers describe moving from predefined pieces to a procedural system that allows granular, sculptural construction of habitats.
  • Windows can be shaped to fit custom geometry, with plans for base painting, colored lighting, and interior cosmetic options shown.
  • Team members say the approach uses techniques not seen in other survival games, framing the system as a novel direction for the series.
  • Co-op remains optional, letting players choose to share and build bases together without a live-service structure.
  • Early access is still targeted for later this year with no firm date, as coverage also notes an ongoing legal dispute around the project.