Countdown Begins for Subnautica 2 Early Access!

Taking the success of the original game even further, Subnautica 2 arrives on an entirely new planet, powered by Unreal Engine 5 and featuring the highly anticipated 4-player co-op multiplayer mode. Doors open for PC and Xbox Series X|S players starting May 14, 2026.

Global Release Times (May 14, 2026)

The game will launch simultaneously worldwide. Here’s when you can dive in from your region:

• Turkey (TRT): May 14, 18:00

• London (BST): May 14, 16:00

• New York (EDT): May 14, 11:00

• Los Angeles (PDT): May 14, 08:00

• Tokyo/Seoul: May 15, 00:00

Preload and File Size

Preloads for Steam and Epic Games Store began on May 11. Here are the key details so you’ll be ready the moment the game goes live:

• Download Size: Approximately 12.9 GB (compressed)

• Installed Size: Around 14.6 GB (very reasonable for a launch build)

• Platforms: PC (Steam, EGS, Microsoft Store) and Xbox Series X|S.

Game Pass and Pricing

• Xbox Game Pass: Subnautica 2 will be available on day one in the Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass library under "Xbox Game Preview".

• Early Access Price: The starting price is set at $29.99. Keep in mind, the developers have confirmed the price will increase as the game approaches full release.

• Co-op Feature: No extra fees to play with friends; thanks to cross-platform support, Xbox and PC players can explore together.