What changed in Subnautica in 2020
54 updates · 10 main milestones · Feb 19, 2020 to Oct 29, 2020
- 7 eventsUpdated Robin Modelnew contentMilestone
Check out Robin’s revamped look with a new Dive Suit and model.
SteamWorld Details and PolishworldDiscover additional details and revisions in the intro area, including community-designed decorative items.
SteamVoid Chelicerate Encounternew contentMilestoneVenture to the edge of the world and encounter the vicious Void Chelicerate.
SteamComplete and Fully Voiced Storynew contentMilestoneExperience Below Zero’s story in its most complete form, now fully voiced.
SteamBeacons Drop on Deathquality of lifeBeacons will drop on your death, aiding in rediscovery of your last known location.
Steam - 8 eventsNew Creature Behaviorsgameplay
Experience new creature behaviors, including Rock Puncher improvements.
SteamNew Character Portraits and Base Detailingnew contentDig deeper into the mysteries of 4546B with new character portraits and base detailing.
SteamImproved Grass and Terrain Fading TechnologyperformanceEnjoy a smoother ride – with significantly less pop-in.
SteamArtifact Pings for Easier Location ManagementgameplayA Precursor symbol will now accompany any Artifact locations on the planet, managed through your PDA.
SteamKnown Issue with PDA Unlocksbug fixPDAs that you have previously collected may reappear. If unlocked, you cannot pick them up again. A solution is in progress.
SteamNew Base Decorations and Stairsnew contentDecorate and personalize your base with new props and stairs for surface bases.
SteamObject Highlighting Accessibility Optionquality of lifeUtilize the Object Highlighting accessibility option to showcase interactable items.
SteamDetail and Polish in Deep Lilypads and Iceberg ZonevisualsDiscover further detail and polish work in Deep Lilypads and Iceberg Zone.
Steam - 11 eventsFixed Quality Issue with Cloudsbug fixSteamHardcore Mode Oxygen Warning Disabledgameplay
Low oxygen will no longer warn players in Hardcore mode.
SteamImproved World StreaminggameplayPlayers should no longer be able to outrun terrain or fall through the world in a PRAWN suit.
SteamFixed Clipmap Settings for PC & Macbug fixSteamUpdated TranslationslocalizationSteamPerformance and Under-the-Hood ImprovementsperformanceGeneral performance enhancements and various under-the-hood improvements.
SteamDisabled Managed Code Stripping for Mod SupportmoddingSteamFixed Fade-in of Some Propsbug fixSteamFixed Base Pillar Bugbug fixSteamFixed PRAWN Suit Stuck in Airbug fixPRAWN suit will no longer get stuck in the air if built far away.
Steam - 9 eventsIce Bubbles for Oxygen Retrievalgameplay
Pop ice bubbles with a laser cutter to avoid returning to the surface.
SteamNew Story Additions and Cluesnew contentMilestoneExplore new PDA entries and details in Alterra’s abandoned bases.
SteamNew Bridge to Arctic Spiresnew contentAccess Arctic Spires via Glacial Bay with a new bridge that requires repairs.
SteamUI Scaling Slider Addedquality of lifeScale the UI to tailor your game experience with a new settings slider.
SteamEnvironmental Polish in Various BiomesvisualsEnjoy enhanced detail work in the Deep Purple Vents, Glacial Forest, and Arctic Spires.
SteamSnow Stalker ImprovementsaiSnow Stalkers have new stalking behavior for a more challenging encounter.
SteamVisit Marguerit’s Greenhouse for Unique Plants and Salad Recipesnew contentDiscover new unique plants and recipes to aid your survival efforts.
SteamNew Player Emotes for Environmental ReactionsgameplayReact to changing weather conditions with new expressive emotes.
SteamInteract with the Recyclotron to Dismantle Crafted ObjectsgameplayRetrieve materials by dismantling crafted items using the Recyclotron.
Steam - 13 eventsIncreased Ore Veins in Arctic Spires and Glacial Basingameplay
Ore veins now provide increased materials for crafting needs.
SteamRevamped Story and Intro Cinematicnew contentMilestoneExperience the beginning of an all-new story and intro cinematic as you crash land on Planet 4546B.
SteamNew Snowball InteractionsgameplayDiscover new interactions with Snowballs to distract Snow Stalkers.
SteamQuantum Lockersnew contentUtilize Precursor technology to access Quantum Locker storage across the planet.
SteamDual-use Snowballs for Water PurificationgameplaySnowballs can now be used in water purification tablets to provide a new water source.
SteamReworked Glacial Basin Biomenew contentExplore the extensively reworked Glacial Basin with more nooks and crannies.
SteamNew Status Indicatorsui uxKeep track of item status and durability with newly introduced visual indicators.
SteamBiome Improvements and PolishworldFurther improvements and polish to existing biomes for a more vibrant experience.
SteamSurface BeaconsgameplayPlace Beacons above ground to mark important areas for easy rediscovery.
SteamEscalating Weather ConditionsgameplayEncounter escalating weather conditions, including snowstorms.
SteamIntroduction of Cold MechanicsgameplayMilestoneInteract with new cold mechanics to avoid hypothermia while exploring the surface.
Steam - 6 eventsExperience the Aurora Borealisnew contentMilestone
Witness the stunning phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis in the skies of 4546B.
SteamImprovements and Polish to Existing Biomesquality of lifeAdditional polish and improvements have been made to Lilypads and Thermal Spires.
SteamInteract with the Trivalvenew contentMeet and feed the playful Trivalve, a friendly companion on your journey.
SteamUncover the Briniclesnew contentBeware of the perilous Brinicles that can cause serious damage.
SteamExplore the Crashed Shipnew contentMilestoneDiscover the wreckage of a mysterious Crashed Ship scattered across the ocean floor.
SteamDescend into Deep Lilypadsnew contentMilestoneExplore the resource-rich area illuminated by faint light from flowers.
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