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What changed in Subnautica in 2019

96 updates · 23 main milestones · Jan 30, 2019 to Nov 27, 2019

  1. 6 events
    Encounter the Hidden Crocodilenew content

    Experience the terror of the Hidden Crocodile.

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    Discover Jellyfishnew content

    Gaze in awe at the spectacular Jellyfish.

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    Story Updateschanges

    Discover new additions and tweaks to the Below Zero story.

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    New Biomes: Crystal Caverns and Fabricator Cavernsnew contentMilestone

    Explore several new biomes, including the captivating Crystal Caverns and mysterious Fabricator Caverns.

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    Filmic Mode Implementationvisuals

    Improved visuals with Filmic mode for a more cinematic experience.

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    Introduction of Shadow Leviathannew contentMilestone

    Uncover the formidable Shadow Leviathan lurking in the depths.

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  2. 53 events
    Fixed docking a Seamoth in Cyclops in VR causing physics issuesbug fix
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    Fixed issue with save slot screenshots when returning to the main menubug fix
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    Fix for scanner icon being outside of UI safe zonesbug fix
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    Optimized Prison platform geometryperformance
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    Fixed 'is still loading' issue when a save game slot couldn't be loadedbug fixMilestone
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    Reinforced dive suit oriented correctly in fabricatorbug fix
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    Fix for Cyclops Vehicle Bay hatch not always spawning correctlybug fix
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    World-Streaming optimizationsperformance
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    Fix for stuck floating dropped pickupablesbug fix
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    Improved consistency of various progress barsperformance
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    Protobuf serializer optimizationsperformance
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    Translation files updatelocalization
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    Improved background loading during loading screenperformance
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    Fix for Seamoth not being able to open Cyclops Vehicle Bay when loading from a save gamebug fixMilestone
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    Fixed issue with deleting saved games, made it compatible with both controller and keyboard+mouse inputbug fix
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    Fixes for creature respawn systembug fix
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    Performance optimizations in Kelp Forest areaperformance
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    Fixed issue with rocket platform physicsbug fix
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    Fixed DeferredSpawner fatally breaking when an exception is thrown in SpawnAndDestroybug fixMilestone
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    Fixed 'Editing labels is interrupted while using gamepad + keyboard on PC'bug fix
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    Fixed Reefback turning constantlybug fix
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    Fix for skipping images in the gallery tab when using a controllerbug fix
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    Fix for Floaters not attachingbug fix
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    Fix for Bladderfish not spawning by entity slots once filtered water is unlockedbug fix
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    Fix invalid rotation for Radiation Suitbug fix
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    Re-disabled oxygen warnings in hardcore modequality of life
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    Animation culling optimizationsperformance
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    Moved File I/O of LargeWorldStreamer to another thread and yielding coroutine on main thread to prevent stallingperformance
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    Fixed potential crash when culling the light on the noise indicator for the Cyclopsbug fixMilestone
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    Fixed feedback button action in main menu for PC / Macbug fix
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    Async loading of distance fieldsperformance
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    Fix for scanner being dark when fabricatedbug fix
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    Fix for player being able to breathe in unpowered Seamothbug fix
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    Optimized RigidBodies from static objectsperformance
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    Prevent taking of a screenshot when the game is already processing onequality of life
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    Fix physics issues when piloting Seamothbug fix
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    Optimized multiple normal mapsperformance
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    Multiple NullReferenceException fixesbug fix
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    Fixed issues with Cyclops power upbug fix
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    Merge in fix for player not teleporting correctlybug fix
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    Optimized particle systems used in the CrashedShip and Lifepodperformance
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    Tuned streaming/clipmap settingsperformance
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    Fixed 'First time menu interaction sends you to top of page in every tab'bug fix
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    Unity Engine Upgrade to 2018.2systemMilestone

    Future engine upgrades to come

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    Under-the-hood memory layout optimizationsperformance
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    Fix for floating plants at originbug fix
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    Fix for dying in hardcore while the game is savingbug fixMilestone
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    Fixed random issue for invisible cooked and cured fishbug fix
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    Optimization removing calls to GetComponentInParent for determining if a player is within a vehicle or notperformance
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    Fix for incorrectly loading world databug fixMilestone
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    Fixed issues of Cyclops doors & Moonpool not responding to dockable vehiclesbug fixMilestone
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    UI + depth fix backported from Below Zeroui ux
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    Fixed various items clipping through the terrain due to speed of playerbug fix
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  3. 6 events
    Enjoy weather-based Pengwing behaviorsgameplay

    Pengwings will react to changing weather conditions.

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    Investigate the Frozen Creature Siteworld

    Explore a site with a huge Leviathan-class creature encased in ice.

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    Experience new story updatesgameplay

    Includes all-new, text-only dialog throughout the game.

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    Roam Arctic SpiresworldMilestone

    Explore a new and vast frozen landscape with narrow crevices and huge spires of ice.

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    Encounter the Ice Wormnew contentMilestone

    The Leviathan-class Ice Worm is ready to stalk you across the Arctic Spires.

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    Discover Lilypad Islandsworld

    Explore floating lilypads and gather essential resources.

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  4. 8 events
    Alterra Mining Sitenew contentMilestone

    Explore the latest biome, an abandoned Alterra Mining Site.

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    Large Rooms and Glass Domesnew contentMilestone

    Add a Large Room to your base with a Glass Dome for an impressive look.

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    Booster Tanknew content
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    Jukebox and Music Disksnew contentMilestone

    Play community created Music Disks or import your favorite music into the game.

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    Encounter with a Familiar Voicenew content
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    Mineral Detectornew content
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    Base Control Roomnew contentMilestone

    Gain greater control and customization of your base with the Control Room.

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    Prawn Suitnew contentMilestone
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  5. 8 events
    Additional Improvements and Fixesbug fix

    Various improvements and bug fixes implemented.

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    New Tree Spires Biomenew content

    Explore the newly added Tree Spires biome.

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    New Weather Effectsnew content

    Added new weather effects to enhance gameplay experience.

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    Fabricator UI Grid Updateui ux

    Updated the Fabricator UI to a grid layout for better usability.

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    Ambient Cold Mechanics Introducedgameplay

    Added ambient cold mechanics affecting player interactions.

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    Spy Pengling Feature Addednew contentMilestone

    Community-requested feature allowing players to build a Spy Pengling for remote research.

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    Introduction of the Vent Gardennew content

    Encounter the mammoth Vent Garden in the game.

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    Lilly Paddler Creature Addednew content

    Introduction of the Lilly Paddler creature for the upcoming biome.

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  6. 8 events
    New Biome: Purple Ventsnew content

    A shallow-depth environment with underground thermal activity and diverse creatures.

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    Additional Improvements and Fixesother
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    New Biome: Glacial Basinnew content

    A new icy biome teeming with creatures, including the Snow Stalker.

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    Introduction of Snowfox Vehiclenew contentMilestone

    The Snowfox is the first above-water vehicle in the Subnautica universe, allowing quick travel across land.

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    New Creature: Snow Stalkernew content

    A new aggressive creature with long claws and a powerful charge, best avoided.

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    New Music Addedaudio
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    Seatruck Additionsnew contentMilestone

    Three new modules for The Seatruck: Sleeper Module, Docking Module, and Perimeter Upgrade.

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    New Creature: Cheliceratenew content

    A Leviathan-class creature lurking in the new Purple Vents biome.

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  7. 6 events
    Detailed Cargo Transfer Launchpad islandnew content

    A new island featuring a Cargo Transfer Base and various environmental features.

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    Introduction of Seatruck modular underwater utility vehiclenew contentMilestone

    A new modular vehicle that players can customize with various modules for different missions.

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    Introduction of Seamonkey creaturenew content

    A playful creature that steals items from players and leads them to its nests.

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    New biomes: Thermal Spires and Deep Twisty Bridgesnew contentMilestone

    Two new biomes featuring unique environments and challenges.

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    Various small Early Access improvementsquality of life

    Numerous minor enhancements to improve gameplay experience.

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    New creature: Squidsharknew content

    A terrifying new creature that can ensnare divers with its tentacles and inflict damage.

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  8. 1 event
    Subnautica: Below Zero Early Access Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    Subnautica: Below Zero is now available in Early Access, set one year after the original Subnautica.

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