Support NeoGAF

JaseC · Dec 16, 2014

...at 6:30pm UTC, to be precise:

UWE.Strayan (NS2HD) said:
Subnautica now has a Steam banner image! That's one little thing checked off the list as we Steam towards a Steam Early Access release tomorrow. On Steam.

It’s all hands on deck as the good ship Subnautica is prepared for its deepest dive yet. There’s a few things that could yet cause Subnautica to hold on the surface, but it looks like there is an ~80% chance that all systems will check out. The time we are aiming for is 1830UTC.

Here is some info on the game, taken from its store page:

About this game said:
Subnautica is an open world, underwater exploration and adventure game currently under construction at Unknown Worlds, the independent developer behind Natural Selection 2.

Descend into the depths of an alien underwater world filled with resources, creatures, wonders and threats. Craft equipment such as diving suits, tools, vehicles to explore deeper and further into the ocean, from lush coral reefs teeming with life to violent volcanoes, treacherous cave systems and beyond.

Submarines like the Cyclops are yours to construct, customise, and operate; featuring fully functional interiors including engine rooms, equipment storage, medical facilities, bridges, and even submersible hangars for launch and retrieval of smaller submersibles.

And a few pre-alpha screenshots that were released back in April:

Although it is not presently available to purchase on Steam, you can win a gift copy (yours to activate for your own account or give to a friend) by bidding in the Holiday Auction, or purchase the Special Edition via the official site for $35 to gain instant access.

Gaugin · Dec 16, 2014

aw yiss!
Ever since Drew Scanlon talked about it on the Bombcast i've been very interested. Will put on my watchlist

JaseC · Dec 16, 2014

Gaugin said:
aw yiss!
Ever since Drew Scanlon talked about it on the Bombcast i've been very interested. Will put on my watchlist

I snagged a copy of the game in the auction so I'm looking forward to giving it a whirl. I wasn't expecting it to hit Early Access for quite a while yet.

Tak3n · Dec 16, 2014

JaseC said:
I snagged a copy of the game in the auction so I'm looking forward to giving it a whirl. I wasn't expecting it to hit Early Access for quite a while yet.

does it have controller support?

JaseC · Dec 16, 2014

Tak3n said:
does it have controller support?

Not as far as I can tell.

REMEMBER CITADEL · Dec 16, 2014

Eh, I really dig the concept, but it looks too colorful and cartoony, and thus not as immersive as I'd like it to be. But it's on my sonar now, so at least that's something.

Ferrio · Dec 16, 2014

Occulus support?

Skyzard · Dec 16, 2014

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4D8jY9paXk

I'm liking it but I was kinda hoping it would be a bit darker and more foggy with bright lights from interesting creatures, but from what I could find it looks like bright and shallow water level. Visibility is really clear.

REMEMBER CITADEL said:
Eh, I really dig the concept, but it looks too colorful and cartoony, and thus not as immersive as I'd like it to be. But it's on my sonar now, so at least that's something.

Yeah, same.

Falk · Dec 16, 2014

My trypophobia is acting up.

Someone send help.

edit: Probably should drop a warning that if you don't know the term, Google it at your own risk.

Ferrio · Dec 16, 2014

So anyone pick this up?

Dictator93 · Dec 16, 2014

Skyzard said:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4D8jY9paXk

I'm liking it but I was kinda hoping it would be a bit darker and more foggy with bright lights from interesting creatures, but from what I could find it looks like bright and shallow water level. Visibility is really clear.

Yeah, same.

I think that is just because you are in the shallow area of the game when you start. You eventually go deeper into trenches and the creatures get weirder I think.

sn00zer · Dec 18, 2014

Ummmm....this looks fucking amazing...like dream game awesome

cirrhosis · Dec 22, 2014

This game is so beautiful as is, and has amazing potential. I'm really excited to see how it develops.

As for concerns that the world isn't as darker the deeper you go - while it's still in development, I read on the forums that Unknown Worlds opted for a more beautiful + lush world over a blue tint (water) filtering out brighter colors. Basically pretty colors over realism. And for the type of game that it is, I'm okay with that.

Serra · Dec 22, 2014

Hell yea! Looks great. These guys rock.

Shining Sunshine · Jan 19, 2015

Is the $35 version a non-steam copy?

JaseC · Jan 19, 2015

Shining Sunshine said:
Is the $35 version a non-steam copy?

You get a Steam key.

Shining Sunshine · Jan 19, 2015

JaseC said:
You get a Steam key.

Oh that sucks. So a DRM version, unless you mean it also comes with a steam key.

JaseC · Jan 19, 2015

Shining Sunshine said:
Oh that sucks. So a DRM version, unless you mean it also comes with a steam key.

To the best of my knowledge, only the prototypes are DRM-free (they're not on Steam at all, in fact).

epmode · Feb 6, 2015

Look at this thing:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgAh5FTcF-E

It's in the game now.

I'm really liking this, GAF.

Coppanuva · Feb 6, 2015

epmode said:
Look at this thing:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgAh5FTcF-E

It's in the game now.

I'm really liking this, GAF.

Oh sweet this is in now? I really need to pick this up, I loved it at pax East

~Kinggi~ · Feb 12, 2015

Just watched the GB quicklook and holy shit this looks good. Never even heard of it before that. Tempted to get it actually eve though not a big early access fan, but i could see how new items like a damn submarine can keep things fresh.

I feel they really need to add some crazy exploration themed things, like sea monsters an crazy deep trenches. Man this has potential.

Iced_Eagle · Feb 12, 2015

epmode said:
Look at this thing:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgAh5FTcF-E

It's in the game now.

I'm really liking this, GAF.

God damn.

I'm a fan of Unknown Worlds for sure (they were the devs who made Natural Selection). I have faith that they will take this game far, so I'll probably pick this up. $20 on Steam isn't too expensive and the game looks really great from all of the videos I've seen even if it's in early access.

SneakyStephan · Apr 12, 2015

Is this the latest subnautica thread?

I had NO idea this was by unknown worlds entertainment (UWE)
These are the guys who made natural selection and then natural selection 2 (which is an incredible game)

Holy shitttttt

How is subnautica?
It has to be good UWE are insanely talented.

epmode · Aug 7, 2015

The latest Subnautica update is pretty awesome, GAF:

http://unknownworlds.com/subnautica/habitat-update/

This is an overview video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6USpYf6Y47c

Speaking as someone that doesn't really like survival games, I'm loving this one. I should make a new thread. Very few developers are doing a better job in Early Access.

Phanatic8390 · Aug 7, 2015

epmode said:
The latest Subnautica update is pretty awesome, GAF:

http://unknownworlds.com/subnautica/habitat-update/

This is an overview video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6USpYf6Y47c

Speaking as someone that doesn't really like survival games, I'm loving this one. I should make a new thread. Very few developers are doing a better job in Early Access.

This looks awesome, is there an updated list of what's in the game now? I'd certainly be interested in picking it up if it's a bit more fleshed out.

wanderingprostheyltite · Aug 7, 2015

Nice, looks like I'm diving back in later. Hope they've made some improvements to the Oculus support since I last tried it.

~Kinggi~ · Aug 9, 2015

Thanks to the steam front page advertising major patch updates i instantly remembered this. This sure has come a long way from when GB did the quicklook that got me first interested. People are making whole bases and stuff now.

More_Badass · Sep 10, 2015

New update:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Y88Z8KkMfI

Vortex torpedoes, electromagnetic defense, sonar terrain scans, storage compartments, custom colors and more: The Seamoth Update has been released, and is available now on Steam!

A plethora array of new modular upgrades allow the Seamoth to be configured for a wide variety of different missions.

Going cave exploring? Pack food in a storage compartment, sonar, electromagnetic defense, and an extended battery. Searching for resources in an area with lots of hostile creatures? Load torpedoes, and fit empty storage compartments to carry the loot. The choice is yours!

Plus new species and biomes

Dictator93 · Sep 10, 2015

More_Badass said:
New update:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Y88Z8KkMfI

Plus new species and biomes

LOoking fantastic a usual, UWE makes great stuff.

Red Arremer · Sep 12, 2015

Got this game with that new update. I love it! It's the first survival/crafting game I enjoy.

epmode · Sep 12, 2015

I kind of love this game, GAF. Needs a lot more attention.

bee · Oct 5, 2015

only just noticed this game from another thread, can't believe i've never heard of it especially with it coming from the natural selection people, only got one question, does this support oculus 0.7 yet? maybe in the experimental build? if so instabuy

JaseC · Oct 5, 2015

bee said:
only just noticed this game from another thread, can't believe i've never heard of it especially with it coming from the natural selection people, only got one question, does this support oculus 0.7 yet? maybe in the experimental build? if so instabuy

http://steamcommunity.com/app/264710/discussions/0/523897204944870530/

epmode · Oct 5, 2015

Yes, this game is still pretty great, GAF.

bee · Oct 5, 2015

JaseC said:
http://steamcommunity.com/app/264710/discussions/0/523897204944870530/

was just trying to find it in there so thanks, kinda the reply i expected but i'll keep an eye out for that unity 5.2/rift update

Sephon · Oct 11, 2015

stumbled upon this game a few days ago when browsing rift-enabled games.
Was a bit of a hassle to set up a 0.6-0.7 switcher but it was definitely worth it to experience this game in vr.

I'm terrified and keep forgetting to breathe, but it's easily the most engrossing exploration game I've ever played.

More_Badass · Nov 5, 2015

New update
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fyAhPYCyoRU

Elandyll · Nov 5, 2015

Yes! I was dying to get a new update (it was delayed from October).

Soule · Nov 27, 2015

Just purchased, I really liked the sense of adventure it posed when I looked into it.

So far my find of the Autumn sale.

~Kinggi~ · Nov 28, 2015

Bought this today. This is one of those weird games i didnt own but was always fascinated at the new updates they keep adding. Figured id support it while in development because i like its ideas. Its also now 1 of 2 games that is steam VR enabled in my 1300 game library.

epmode · Nov 28, 2015

Someday, the rest of GAF will realize how goddamned awesome this game is. You don't even have to bother with any of the survival mechanics if you're not into them. Just pure exploration and building.

~Kinggi~ · Nov 28, 2015

epmode said:
Someday, the rest of GAF will realize how goddamned awesome this game is. You don't even have to bother with any of the survival mechanics if you're not into them. Just pure exploration and building.

They need to add a very deep trench that you can only get to with the right equipment, and put terrifying creatures down there, including a large sea monster. Then this will be complete.

dangerskew · Nov 28, 2015

I've had my eye on this game since it was announced and was about to buy 2 copies in the sale until I figured out it was SP only. For some reason I'd thought it was a co-op game all this time. No sale for me until that's added. I want good graphics Endless Ocean with online co-op!

More_Badass · Nov 28, 2015

dangerskew said:
I've had my eye on this game since it was announced and was about to buy 2 copies in the sale until I figured out it was SP only. For some reason I'd thought it was a co-op game all this time. No sale for me until that's added. I want good graphics Endless Ocean with online co-op!

Might be disappointed
http://unknownworlds.com/subnautica/subnautica-multiplayer-when-if-how-and-why/

More_Badass · Jan 14, 2016

Another big update
http://unknownworlds.com/subnautica/h2o-update/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8dbemOAwkU

Water visuals were overhauled, plus some other additions like prettier sunsets and explorable spacehip wrecks

epmode · Jan 14, 2016

GAF, you're sleeping on this one. Subnautica is *great*.

Nzyme32 · Jan 14, 2016

Update looks great. Will keep it on the wishlist for when I have less of a backlog

More_Badass · Jan 14, 2016

epmode said:
GAF, you're sleeping on this one. Subnautica is *great*.

It really is. I usually can't stand the craft/explore/survive genre, but Subnautica is special and unique. No other game in the genre has such an awesome world.

epmode · Jan 14, 2016

Yeah, I'm not a huge fan of survival games yet I can spend ages screwing around in Subnautica. It's pure, unfiltered atmosphere. There are some really impressive mechanics as well.

Deaf Spacker · Jan 14, 2016

I totally forgot that I had this, installing now.

Support NeoGAF

Subnautica diving into Steam Early Access later today

gave away the keys to the kingdom.

Neo Member

gave away the keys to the kingdom.

Banned

gave away the keys to the kingdom.

Banned

Banned

Banned

that puzzling face

Banned

Member

Member

Member

Member

Banned

gave away the keys to the kingdom.

Banned

gave away the keys to the kingdom.

Member

Member

Banned

Member

Banned

Member

Member

Member

Banned

Member

Member

Member

Member

Member

gave away the keys to the kingdom.

Member

Member

Member

Member

Banned

Member

Banned

Member

Banned

Member

Member

Member

Member

Member

Member

Member

Memb

Similar threads