Subnautica 2 Update Adds New Biome and Returns Prawn Suit

The developers of the underwater survival game Subnautica 2 have released a new update and outlined future content plans, responding directly to player feedback about creature behavior and confirming the return of a fan-favorite vehicle. The game, which launched into early access last month, will see several more years of development.

Design lead Anthony Gallegos detailed upcoming additions, including a new biome that will serve as the home for a massive creature called the Collector Leviathan. This region will also reintroduce the Prawn Suit, a heavy walking mech from the original Subnautica designed for exploring extreme depths. The suit previously allowed for drilling resources and collecting samples, though developers have not confirmed if all its original attachments will be available immediately.

The team also plans to improve the game's cooperative multiplayer mode, which has experienced technical issues. A primary focus is fixing the built-in voice chat to eliminate a reported two-second delay. Developers also intend to add new character emotes for more dynamic underwater interaction.

These plans follow the release of the game's third hotfix, which specifically adjusts...