
On the opposite end of the spectrum for an indie survival title, Subnautica has had one of the most open and transparent development cycles than most games. Considering the lack of interest in jumping from star system to star system in 2016, this is a much better problem for fans to have, especially after having stuck with Hello Games for so long. Multiple questlines give players so much to do that some fans run into over-choice, like when flipping through for the next show or movie to stream on Netflix or Disney Plus. The result is that No Man's Sky in 2021 is a completely different experience than it was in 2016 not only matching the original promises from that early hype, but exceeding those older intentions in many ways. These have added entire new storylines, base building mechanics, and of course, the multiplayer that had been advertised as a selling point from the initial launch. However, in the years since the game's initial release, there have been a number of foundational updates with titles like Next and Beyond, two of the most popular overhauls thus far. The expansion will be available through Steam’s Early Access program, Epic Games’ store and Discord’s store.Most recent to the updates coming to No Man's Sky is the Prism update, which acts mostly as a graphical overhaul, but also added some new creatures and ships for players to find across the universe.

Subnautica: Below Zero starts its early access journey on January 30th, and may stay in that state for around a year. Open up new story elements with every Early Access update. Who were the aliens who came here before? Why were they on this planet? Can you trust your commanders? Below Zero extends the story of the Subnautica universe, diving deep into the mystery introduced in the original game. Some residents of the frozen ocean will help you, and some might try to harm you. Swim through the giant Titan Holefish, escape from the aggressive Brute Shark, and visit the adorable Pengwings. Below Zero presents entirely new environments for you to survive, study, and explore.ĭiscover new lifeforms in the icy depths of 4546B.


Clamber up snow-covered peaks, and venture into icy caves. Navigate treacherous ice floes on the ocean surface. Swim beneath the blue-lit, arching growth of Twisty Bridges.

When disaster strikes the research station, you must improvise to survive: Construct habitats, scavenge for resources, hunt for food, and craft equipment. The Vesper space station orbits high above you, sending supplies, instructions, and receiving samples you launch from the surface. As a scientist posted to a research station on the planet’s surface, you are tasked with studying alien artifacts… Below Zero is set in an arctic region of planet 4546B. Dive into a freezing underwater adventure.
