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Subnautica 2 Enters Early Access on PC and Xbox Series X|S on May 14, 2026

April 30, 2026
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Subnautica 2 Enters Early Access on PC and Xbox Series X|S on May 14, 2026

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Subnautica 2 launches into early access on PC and Xbox Series X|S platforms on May 14, 2026, at 8am PT for $29.99. The sequel, developed by Unknown Worlds, follows a year-long delay caused by legal disputes with parent company Krafton regarding executive firings and unpaid bonuses. After a court order reinstating former leadership, the game now arrives just prior to other major titles like LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight.

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