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  1. Jan 26, 2020
    9
    This is basically my favorite survival-horror game of all time, subnautica brings a whole new world full of interesting creatures and lore, after the crash of the Aurora, you, the only survivor, must survive in this volcanic crater on a planet dominated by oceans, explore the depths of the sea, find blueprints for your base, build a giant Submarine that can be your mobile base, subnauticaThis is basically my favorite survival-horror game of all time, subnautica brings a whole new world full of interesting creatures and lore, after the crash of the Aurora, you, the only survivor, must survive in this volcanic crater on a planet dominated by oceans, explore the depths of the sea, find blueprints for your base, build a giant Submarine that can be your mobile base, subnautica simply blew my mind and changed my opinion on survival games. Expand
  2. May 20, 2020
    8
    Incredible open world survival game. The gameplay is very creative considering you're under water for 95% of the game. The world is beautiful and terrifying at the same time. The creatures are unique. The story is well told, and the game does not hold your hand through it. This game is a must have for people who enjoy survival horror games.
  3. Jan 17, 2022
    8
    아직 절차적 생성에는 부족한 점이 많다는걸 깨달은 작품. 어디든지 갈수있지만 산소량의 한계로 레벨에 따라 자연스럽게 잠수의 한계를 구현한게 좋았다. 수중공포증을 가진 내가 그걸 이겨가면서까지 몰입하게한 작품.
  4. Dec 28, 2019
    10
    I got this for Christmas and I can't stop playing it. I'm a scuba diver and I love the physics in game. It feels like you're swimming. I love the graphics. Standing on the life pod looking out over the ocean is amazing. When the sun starts going down and the fluorescent life starts to get bright underwater; it's just shocking how beautiful it is.

    I love the cave systems.... in the
    I got this for Christmas and I can't stop playing it. I'm a scuba diver and I love the physics in game. It feels like you're swimming. I love the graphics. Standing on the life pod looking out over the ocean is amazing. When the sun starts going down and the fluorescent life starts to get bright underwater; it's just shocking how beautiful it is.

    I love the cave systems.... in the shallows, my first reaction was, "WOW this so cool!" In the depths, the caves are terrifying. Swimming over a drop off is terrifying.
    Honestly it's a very good game and I'm glad I bought it. That's the best thing I can say.
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  5. Dec 29, 2019
    9
    They don't make quality games like this now days.. Atleast not the big publishers, that's why this game is so amazing to me. It was made at a time when game are really lacking in game quality and only focus on graphic quality. I played countless hours and the story is one of the best I have ever played. If you want a game that isn't like any major title and blows the doors off any otherThey don't make quality games like this now days.. Atleast not the big publishers, that's why this game is so amazing to me. It was made at a time when game are really lacking in game quality and only focus on graphic quality. I played countless hours and the story is one of the best I have ever played. If you want a game that isn't like any major title and blows the doors off any other game today, play this game. Major developers need to learn from this masterpiece. Expand
  6. Jan 8, 2020
    7
    Типичный выживач, скучный сюжет, лор непонятен и как-то уныл,биомов мало, как и живности, очень затянуто, из + можно выделить классный сеттинг и атмосферу. Графика весьма спорна, вроде вода и инструменты в руках выглядят сносно, однако все остальные текстуры это просто уровень 2008 года.Типичный выживач, скучный сюжет, лор непонятен и как-то уныл,биомов мало, как и живности, очень затянуто, из + можно выделить классный сеттинг и атмосферу. Графика весьма спорна, вроде вода и инструменты в руках выглядят сносно, однако все остальные текстуры это просто уровень 2008 года.
  7. Jan 13, 2020
    10
    this game is worth the money, you get hours of exploration and some scares thrown in for what 19.99 USD. I would buy it for more like 40 USD and still be happy, I will say one thing to anyone that buys this game, your paying below AAA price of 60 USD so you won't a endless experience buy it is still a must have. i finished the game in about 11 hours, mostly just exploring and running.
  8. Jun 4, 2023
    10
    My favorite survival, the exploration is very well built and discovering the planet is very cool
  9. Feb 1, 2020
    9
    This game was capable to make me love it despite how much I despise the survival genre - or at least, the entries this genre has.

    It was truly a great journey, capable of make me feel strong emotions every time I discovered a new species or a new biome. It was no small feat, due to my pair of decades of gaming!
  10. Feb 3, 2020
    9
    Amazing game, really captured my attention and kept it with in game progression and the threats that kept popping up. The game still has a number of bugs none of which really hinder your gameplay just some immersion. If that is fixed this game will be a solid 10/10
  11. Feb 4, 2020
    9
    I really enjoyed this game, fun open world. The gameplay is awesome and enjoyable, the visuals are spectacular. I would highly recommend this game. Can't wait to play the next one. Well done Devs!!

    I would like to see more endgame content as when I finally got the cool stuff the game was almost over.
  12. Feb 4, 2020
    10
    A refreshing take on the survival game formula, with great athmosphere, beautiful visuals and a breathtaking sound design, both in its soundtrack and audio design of the world. Absolutely recommended!
  13. May 6, 2020
    9
    interesting story, addictive gameplay. There are a significant number of errors, but the game is excellent. I recommend to buy
  14. Mar 26, 2020
    8
    Makes you want to say NOOO when it ends.
    Take your time and explore i'd say.
    One of the best immersive,open-world game i've seen.
  15. Mar 28, 2020
    10
    Best survival game I've ever played, especially impressive when you take into account that it is made by an indie studio. The game has amazing art, music and locations and it's survival horrors blend in very well and can suck you in for a long time. It's not without it's bugs tho, but those are really minor things and mostly are caused by the Unity engine the game runs on. Solid 10/10,Best survival game I've ever played, especially impressive when you take into account that it is made by an indie studio. The game has amazing art, music and locations and it's survival horrors blend in very well and can suck you in for a long time. It's not without it's bugs tho, but those are really minor things and mostly are caused by the Unity engine the game runs on. Solid 10/10, probably best game I've ever played. Expand
  16. Mar 12, 2021
    9
    I never thought i'd spend over a hundred hours playing a water level and that i'd ask for more.
  17. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Subnautica - пожалуй, лучшая в своём жанре, и одна из лучших игр в принципе. Со времен ранних релизов в игре изменилось почти всё, и изменилось в ЛУЧШУЮ сторону. Разработчикам низкий поклон за оптимизацию, апгрейды геймплея и механики, сильный сюжет и потрясающую атмосферу!
    В чем отличительная особенность Сабнаутики? В её глубине! :) Фактически мир здесь не очень большой, однако
    Subnautica - пожалуй, лучшая в своём жанре, и одна из лучших игр в принципе. Со времен ранних релизов в игре изменилось почти всё, и изменилось в ЛУЧШУЮ сторону. Разработчикам низкий поклон за оптимизацию, апгрейды геймплея и механики, сильный сюжет и потрясающую атмосферу!
    В чем отличительная особенность Сабнаутики? В её глубине! :) Фактически мир здесь не очень большой, однако проработка каждого биома и вовлеченность каждой локации в геймплей просто поражает. Иные игры можно исследовать процентов на 20% и уже пройти сюжетку. Здесь не так. Subnautica высторена таким образом, что весь её мир значим и для сюжета, и для выживания. Каждый добытый кусочек ресурсов сыграет свою роль. Каждая локация расскажет свою историю. А в финале всё выстроится в потрясающую целостную картину.
    При этом игра крайне реиграбельна и нелинейна. Начинаем мы в "ламповом" и очень дружелюбном мелководье, по началу может показаться, что геймплей даже излишне прост и неагрессивен. Но стоит начать исследовать мрачные глубины, как тут же пропадает весь налёт детсадошности :) По мере погружения возрастают и опасности: к банальной нехватке воздуха и обезвоживанию добавляются перегрев от потоков магмы, радиация и жуткие монстры. Разнообразие враждебно настроеных существ велико - от маленьких хиртецов-паразитов до чудовищных левиафанов, способных лишить главгероя жизни в один миг. Не менее разнообразны доступные игроку технологии и инструменты выживания, ассортимент которых регулярно расширяется по ходу прохождения.

    10 жареных глазастиков из 10! :)
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  18. May 16, 2020
    9
    Мне игра понравилась! 9 балов ставлю за слабую оптимизацию на ps 4: игра проседает привсплытии на поверхность, так же есть артефакты на базе, коих я не видел на компьютере.
  19. Jan 19, 2023
    8
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  20. Jun 16, 2020
    8
    Игра хорошая интересная, у неё много плюсов, а также и минусов, но всё по порядку. Плюсы: игра не вероятно интересная одна из самых лучших игр в жанре выживания, а также не плохая графика как для 2018 но уж поверьте в 2015 было и хуже. А также не могу не отметить что это по мимо выживания ещё и охрененый хоррор так что если вы хотите пощекотать свои нервишки это то что вам надо. Но плюсыИгра хорошая интересная, у неё много плюсов, а также и минусов, но всё по порядку. Плюсы: игра не вероятно интересная одна из самых лучших игр в жанре выживания, а также не плохая графика как для 2018 но уж поверьте в 2015 было и хуже. А также не могу не отметить что это по мимо выживания ещё и охрененый хоррор так что если вы хотите пощекотать свои нервишки это то что вам надо. Но плюсы продолжаются игра имеет свою атмосферу то есть, хорошую музыку, интересных существ, и сейтинг. Ну а теперь минусы куда же без них: 1 не реиграбельность один раз пройдёшь всё можешь удалять, 2 однообзный сюжет принеси то принеси вот это, это скучно так и ещё не интересно, ну конечно 3 минус не имеет мультиплеера как по моему он был бы к месту. Ну а так игра невероятно крутая в ней хорошо всё (ну почти), так что если вы хотите в неё поиграть то можете смело покупать. 8/10 Рекомендует человек который купил её на ПК и на Кансоль. Expand
  21. Sep 3, 2022
    8
    Awesome game. A must play. Scary and beautiful wold. So much to do and so much to see.
  22. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This game is awesome! I love the story and the gameplay is really captivating.
    I definitely recommend playing through the whole game. It doesn't take that long and it's worth it at the end.

    I LOVE Subnautica!
  23. Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Отличная игра, мой ребёнок просто в восторге. Нам очень интересно было проходить эту увлекательную историю

    Great game, my child absolutely love it. It was very interesting for us to go through this fascinating story.
  24. Oct 2, 2020
    9
    Subnautica confronts you with your inner fight between curiosity and fear. Finding yourself stranded on an alien water planet, you will need to mine and craft your way through a wonderful story in a fantastic world of flora, fauna and more. Accompanied by a dialectical AI assistant, you may wonder what company really is. In a precise measure, the game’s progression will lead your needsSubnautica confronts you with your inner fight between curiosity and fear. Finding yourself stranded on an alien water planet, you will need to mine and craft your way through a wonderful story in a fantastic world of flora, fauna and more. Accompanied by a dialectical AI assistant, you may wonder what company really is. In a precise measure, the game’s progression will lead your needs from bare survival upwards to utter satisfaction. While flaws like the abrupt end and a half-baked combat system are only few, one of them stands out: the game is obsessed with the idea of nonlinear advancement in both engineering and storyline. Minor decisions and luck of findings determine the pace of your journey, which can leave you frustrated from time to time. However, the rich environment and the stimulation of thought do make up for this to present you an amazing experience. Expand
  25. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, for the first time in over a decade I got hypnotized by a pc game for around 48 hours with no ability to stop playing.
  26. Aug 30, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Story is great because it gives you the lay out of the it then lets you figure out the rest. Crazy good gameplay that makes you want to play more. Expand
  27. Oct 7, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece!
    I wish it could have co-op mode one day!
    This game reminds me of my first game on my first pc. The game was called "Shark! Hunting the Great White" that gave me unforgettable extreme underwater experience.
    This is quite the same by mechanics but has hole living interactive universe that takes few days away from your life. Maybe even more than that!
  28. Jun 5, 2022
    10
    I rarely give 10/10 scores. The sense of awe and exploration is like BOTW, but with a feeling of isolation that’s both zen-like calm and terrifying at times. Saying too much will spoil the numerous discoveries scattered through the game. I almost wish I could forget the game just to I can experience it for the first time again. This is a 100% must-play.
  29. Jul 23, 2020
    9
    Really good game, with a good ambience and sound. Truly immersive.
    Nice crafting system and a good map to explore.
    Impressive for a indie game.
  30. Aug 3, 2020
    10
    one of the best surviving experiences that i ever had! thank you sooooo much for making this game
  31. Aug 14, 2020
    9
    Deniz ortamında geçen en iyi açık dünya oyunlarından birisi olabilir. Lakin keşke hikaye, görev sistemine biraz daha abansalarmış :) Tek eksiği sanırım Multiplayer olmaması varsa da biri aydınlatsın lütfen.
  32. Aug 18, 2020
    8
    Very good and intresting game, i like it. Not bad graphic. a little story campaign, but its survival game, and its okay for this genre.
  33. May 3, 2021
    10
    It’s by far the best survival game I’ve ever played.it’s even better than Minecraft . It’s awesome.
  34. Sep 7, 2022
    9
    Its just as great as the original. Other than the occasional engine based bug and the severe lack of direction at some points its a masterpiece.
  35. Jul 14, 2021
    10
    One of the best open world survival games out there it is also very creapy!
  36. Sep 3, 2020
    10
    This game is one of if not the best game I have ever played. The attention to detail is just amazing and ever new part of the game I discovered made me want to never leave the shallows. The amount of diverse creatures and biomes, the deep story( pun intended) is just amazing and doesn’t reveal itself to you unless you discover it. But my absolute favorite part of this game is it's use ofThis game is one of if not the best game I have ever played. The attention to detail is just amazing and ever new part of the game I discovered made me want to never leave the shallows. The amount of diverse creatures and biomes, the deep story( pun intended) is just amazing and doesn’t reveal itself to you unless you discover it. But my absolute favorite part of this game is it's use of terror, that primal fear that would keep you alive in a life or death situation. It’s the fact that it’s fairly hard to die in this game and the aggressive creatures can never kill you in one hit. But the terror you feel from what your mind is imagining could happen is what makes this game a true masterpiece. Hope anyone who reads this enjoys it and the game. Expand
  37. Sep 12, 2020
    9
    It does its job very well from the few games under the sea and gives the creatures a very good atmosphere.
  38. Oct 13, 2020
    10
    Это наверное лучшая инди игра в которую я играл. Я купил ее еще в 2016 году, когда она была в раннем доступе и не пожалел. В игре потрясающая атмосфера, красивая графика и музыка. Немного может наскучить процесс строительства и сбора ресурсов, но это мелочи. Ставлю этой замечательной игре 10, хотя может быть по честному она наверное заслужила 9/10...Это наверное лучшая инди игра в которую я играл. Я купил ее еще в 2016 году, когда она была в раннем доступе и не пожалел. В игре потрясающая атмосфера, красивая графика и музыка. Немного может наскучить процесс строительства и сбора ресурсов, но это мелочи. Ставлю этой замечательной игре 10, хотя может быть по честному она наверное заслужила 9/10...
  39. Aug 13, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  40. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best game of survival. The best. I can give advice everyone must play. Goodbye! Expand
  41. Dec 14, 2022
    8
    Base building açık dünya survial ve zengin hikaye daha ne isteyebilirim ki.
  42. Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Jest to jedna z gier, gdzie chciałbym zapomnieć i jeszcze raz zagrać, sprawia przyjemność i jest na swój sposób przerażająca gdy pożera cię lewiatan, jest w niektórych momentach wzruszająca i pozwala się wczuć w historie gry. Bez opisanych zadań musisz sam zapoznać się i wsłuchać w audycje radiowe i samemu znaleźć różne biomy opisane tylko w niektórych notatkach i wspomnieniach innych.Jest to jedna z gier, gdzie chciałbym zapomnieć i jeszcze raz zagrać, sprawia przyjemność i jest na swój sposób przerażająca gdy pożera cię lewiatan, jest w niektórych momentach wzruszająca i pozwala się wczuć w historie gry. Bez opisanych zadań musisz sam zapoznać się i wsłuchać w audycje radiowe i samemu znaleźć różne biomy opisane tylko w niektórych notatkach i wspomnieniach innych. Zdecydowanie polecam, według mnie obowiązkowa pozycja w bibliotece graczy Expand
  43. Jun 1, 2021
    5
    El juego en si es bastante chill, un superviviente en un planeta lleno de agua que necesita recolectar recursos para sobrevivir, realmente es una premisa sencilla y la historia tampoco es que sea del todo compleja aunque si interesante, mi principal problema es con la optimizacion del juego, yo no tengo un PC de la Nasa pero si cuento con algo bastante decente, y por mas que intentaraEl juego en si es bastante chill, un superviviente en un planeta lleno de agua que necesita recolectar recursos para sobrevivir, realmente es una premisa sencilla y la historia tampoco es que sea del todo compleja aunque si interesante, mi principal problema es con la optimizacion del juego, yo no tengo un PC de la Nasa pero si cuento con algo bastante decente, y por mas que intentara configurar el juego para que la renderizacion fuera buena nunca lo logre, cosas que cargan en tu cara, peces y agua que atraviesan estructuras, y bugs con los vehiculos que los vuelve inaccesibles son algunos de los bugs que me hicieron dejar este juego despues de 20 horas, la exploracion es buena, las diversas especies de peces me parecen interesantes al igual que las diversas estructuras, pero sinceramente no se como puede funcionar asquerosamente mal, una lastima. Expand
  44. Dec 3, 2020
    9
    One of the first games that I had finished in a long time. The open world is very nice, along with the game play mechanics. I would recommend this game to anyone who doesn't have a major fear of water.
  45. Mar 29, 2023
    1
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  46. Apr 15, 2021
    10
    Very good survival game, it has an immersive atmosphere and lots of things to do and places to explore. Definetely recommended, one of my favourite survival games.

    Muy buen juego de supervivencia. Tiene una muy buena e inmersiva atmosfera y muchas cosas que hacer y lugares que explorar. Definitivamente recomendado, uno de mis juegos de supervivencia favoritos.
  47. Jun 21, 2022
    9
    positive: very atmospheric graphics and music / much to discover / lot's of hours of gameplay
    negative: for me personally the terrifying elements when you dive deeper are a bit of a turn-off but I can relate to people liking it
  48. Feb 23, 2021
    9
    survival games a genre that's filled with games that say there early access games that can give you some fun but not 1000 hours worth of fun Subotica is a masterpiece a one of a kind giving interesting concepts. this is also a story telling beauty not threw character a telling character b what is happening its shown threw the plant life the abandoned areas the alien fauna. the creaturessurvival games a genre that's filled with games that say there early access games that can give you some fun but not 1000 hours worth of fun Subotica is a masterpiece a one of a kind giving interesting concepts. this is also a story telling beauty not threw character a telling character b what is happening its shown threw the plant life the abandoned areas the alien fauna. the creatures can be cute or frightening, big or small, long or short. the plant life the sea the islands they are so divers and fun to explore that by it self it would have convicted me this game was a good game but mix the creatures, alien fauna, the biomes and more makes it a masterpiece of its genre I think everyone should try this game out to see what a good survival game should be and how amazing Subotica is. I hope more games like this will come out instead of the boring regular early access games I'm looking at you "The Forest" Expand
  49. Dec 25, 2020
    7
    Gioco molto carino, grafica piacevole, crafting e risorse ben gestite con un buon livello di sfida. Bug ovunque.
  50. Jan 29, 2021
    10
    An excellent game with original design for gameplay and story. The graphics are great too. Nothing much to add besides what is already known.
  51. Feb 3, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ------ SPOILERS ------
    tl;dr:
    Beautiful game, incredible, gripping story - I strongly recommend it!

    You watch a small cutscene laying the plot for the story, it drops you straight into action, you wake up in a burning escape pod, death is imminent but you struggle free from the seat and extinguish the fires. You open the hatch and observe the seemingly infinite horizons of water, next to the giant spacecraft which has seeming disturbed this environment's rest.

    You dive into the blue abyss to discover the friendly shoals and the schools of fish brushing past you. It looks beautiful.

    PROS:

    In turns of the game's graphical elements, it really sticks out in a great way, mostly due to lighting effects. I am honestly intrigued as to what it would look like with RTX Ray-Tracing because I'm sure it would look very similar to this. The deeper you go, the darker it gets, when "night falls" the red rays of the nearby planet light up the night sky.

    The game relies largely on exploration, this puts the player out of their comfort zone and even sometimes introduces some horror aspects which are executed amazingly, I was on the edge of the seat for some of the deeper zones. This may not be for everyone but it worked for me even when I didn't know horror was involved, I personally loved the "heat of the moment" action.

    In terms of gameplay, the controls worked very well with them being preconfigured well without me needing to change much, but when I needed to, the menu of which to manage them was very easy to use.

    Creating and building a base underwater allows players to also let their creativity shine, whilst it also balances rewards with risks and requirements, such as reinforced walls to make sure integrity is up, so your base doesn't flood under pressure, as well as the need for power to keep the lights on.

    Another thing this game absolutely nails is vehicles, Subnauitica, in total, offers 4. They remain balanced and yet they still come with risks and rewards, with things like vehicle health. These vehicles can be upgraded with craft able upgrades if you so wish to spend valuable resources on them.

    The game's story is one of the highlights for me, leaving you in awe in some places, with you scratching your head in others, the game's lore can be very interesting at times, not delving too deep to the point where you overthink things but still allowing you to let your imagination and theories run wild as you progress in the game.

    CONS:

    Bugs - I experienced a bug which got me stuck in a wall thanks to the prawn suit in a stage late in the game, in turn I had to learn console commands and I actually had to god into noclip mode to save my game before I fell into the void.

    Lack of multiplayer features - when I picked this game up I expected multiplayer features but it lacked it which was a real bummer for me and my friends. However, due to the game's wonderful community, developers have been working on multiplayer options for Subnautica, thank god!

    Conclusion:

    In conclusion I feel that the pros outweigh the cons massively, so I have to recommend picking this game up. The price for it is an absolute STEAL.
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  52. Feb 9, 2021
    9
    A great game with a wonderful soundtrack and atmosphere.

    Subnautica is a survival game, and probably the second best one I've played (after Rain World). The game is best experienced blind, so I won't spoil much. Suffice to say that the game has some incredible moments, and should be experienced by anyone who appreciates great atmosphere and storytelling. The game is terrifying at
    A great game with a wonderful soundtrack and atmosphere.

    Subnautica is a survival game, and probably the second best one I've played (after Rain World). The game is best experienced blind, so I won't spoil much. Suffice to say that the game has some incredible moments, and should be experienced by anyone who appreciates great atmosphere and storytelling.

    The game is terrifying at times. It's not the typical type of fear in horror games, it's more the feeling that you could be caught anytime and killed any second, while giving you the feeling that you escaped by the skin of your teeth. It's really something that must be experienced, and it's one of many great sensations the game gives you.

    The game has some niggles, the biggest of which is the game's barriers in certain spots which can glitch out and trap you forever. It's not a huge issue, but worth mentioning. The game also has some performance hiccups, especially if you go very deep, but it's hardly a deal breaker.

    If you have ever enjoyed a survival game in your life, play Subnautica. If you enjoy horror games or games with scary atmospheres, play Subnautica. This game is far from perfect, but it's a very special and unique experience, one I wish I could have again. One of the best games of the decade.
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  53. Mar 6, 2021
    9
    Best open-world game I've played in a long time. Even after 100 hours in game it's still frightening. Story is actually pretty good and engaging. Love it
  54. Mar 17, 2021
    7
    Story: 7.5/10
    The Way story is given: 16/20
    Gameplay: 24/30
    Design: 8.5/10
    Feelings left after playing: 13/20
    Playability(Bugs and optimization): 9/10

    AVARAGE: 78/100
  55. Apr 22, 2021
    7
    New way of open world crafting games. Has its good sides but generally a mediocre game.
  56. May 21, 2021
    10
    this game is awesome, I spent a lot of time on it, the graphics are really impressive, the game has opened up the vast ocean world.
  57. May 5, 2021
    10
    One of the best survival games I've ever played. It provides a really unique experience. Definitely recommend it.
  58. May 12, 2021
    9
    Best open-world I have played in about a year. And best indie title for almost a decade! Great atmosphere, great graphics, attention to detail. Amazing what this little studio did with a small budget, compared to "the big guys". They made a competitive shooter called "Natural Selection 2" as well - be sure to check it out if you like fast-paced FPS action. :-)
  59. Jun 1, 2021
    8
    One of the best open world games I have played. Knowing it was a small studio it makes the game really impressive. This ocean world survival game has as great atmosphere. learning new recipes and unlocking new areas and depths drives you to explore further, although fearful of what you might find or get lost in underground cave systems and drown.
    the game plot is mainly told through
    One of the best open world games I have played. Knowing it was a small studio it makes the game really impressive. This ocean world survival game has as great atmosphere. learning new recipes and unlocking new areas and depths drives you to explore further, although fearful of what you might find or get lost in underground cave systems and drown.
    the game plot is mainly told through records you pick up and audio recordings until you get further in to the game. You can play and enjoy the game for hours simply crafting and expanding your base. you especially want to find a way to have a constant water and food supply, once you have that sorted you are free to progress or drag the plot as you feel free.

    The game is great but once you have completed the game there isn't as much re-play-ability as I would like as once you know where things are and areas to avoid you can easily set yourself up with little threat - knowing where to go and your limits.
    There is also a fair few glitches of note - your buildings can be seen through objects and landscapes, areas loading really slowly once there are lots of crafted objects in an area - as a result I had an instance where I glitched through a permanent wall and became stuck out of bounds, having to reload an older save.

    if you like open world and survival games I would highly recommend this game - I would like to give it a higher score but the glitches unfortunately mean a lower rating for me
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  60. May 27, 2021
    10
    A beautiful game, with a great gameplay and very adictictif, be aware :)
    One of the game of the year for me, a very good experience, everyone should play it once in his life.
  61. Jun 8, 2021
    10
    Wordless, awesome gameplay, full-featured exploration, great soundtrack, very well-planned plot, this is a type of game that people love and are addicted to this game. ,it's something unique, something I've never felt so much pleasure in playing, just amazing.Congratulations to the developers, this is something that I have the great and unique pleasure of calling a real game.
  62. Mar 17, 2022
    10
    My one of my favorite game of all time
    Amazing 10/10
    uh so this one time I was going trying to find diamonds an the moutain island and I got so scared by the sea emp saying What... are... you? i ran to a roommate for emotional support
    yet again 10/10 amazing
  63. Sep 17, 2021
    9
    Subnautica is a great take on the survival genre with a great mixture of horror as well.
  64. Sep 19, 2021
    10
    Nie umiem tego ująć słowami. Po prostu w to zagraj i nie zauważysz gdy na liczniku czasu spędzonego w grze przebijesz 365 dni. Najlepsza gra na świecie
  65. Jul 11, 2022
    8
    Subnautica is a really good survival/horror game title. It has a huge unique open world which most of the time gives you goosebumps. Building a base, creating new vehicles, exploring the deepest pits of the alien ocean. But the main issue I think the game has is the constant need to farm more materials and that makes this unique game boring sometimes. Also if you have thalassophobia staySubnautica is a really good survival/horror game title. It has a huge unique open world which most of the time gives you goosebumps. Building a base, creating new vehicles, exploring the deepest pits of the alien ocean. But the main issue I think the game has is the constant need to farm more materials and that makes this unique game boring sometimes. Also if you have thalassophobia stay away from this game. For an indie game that didn't have a big budget I can easily give this game a 8 out of ten. Expand
  66. Apr 18, 2022
    9
    this is the best survival game i have ever played. it is very fun and replayable. i completed the game 5 times by now and i could complete it the 6th time. the only bad thing about it are the weird bugs that appear at random but they arent a big deal. overall a must buy
  67. Oct 4, 2021
    9
    This game is one of the iconic steam games in my opinion. Atmosphere in Sub Nautica is incredible and terrifying. This game has major technical issues however that ruined my first playthrough of this game. Another issue is the lack of direction in this game. I would recommend using a guide if you want to play this game.
  68. May 13, 2022
    10
    Maybe the best survival and best aquarium/reef/diving game. So many creative things to do.
    Today there should be more graphic details sets. Creating manual detail config is very uncomfortable.
    Maybe they could have names: "Ultra2022,..."
  69. Oct 12, 2021
    10
    This is probably the best survival game you can get, and for me one of the greatest games of all time.
  70. Oct 22, 2021
    9
    Дизайн и красота картинки (играть с кино режимом) - 10
    Саунддизайн и музыка - 10
    Атмосфера - 10 Сюжет для выживалки - 10(лучше не видел пока что, аж до мурашек местами, но большая часть в записках(КПК)) Техническое состояние - 7-8 Геймплей и то насколько мне нравилось путешествовать по миру не считая стандартного для выживалок заёбного крафта - 9 В один момент тебя заебёт ресурсы
    Дизайн и красота картинки (играть с кино режимом) - 10
    Саунддизайн и музыка - 10
    Атмосфера - 10
    Сюжет для выживалки - 10(лучше не видел пока что, аж до мурашек местами, но большая часть в записках(КПК))
    Техническое состояние - 7-8
    Геймплей и то насколько мне нравилось путешествовать по миру не считая стандартного для выживалок заёбного крафта - 9

    В один момент тебя заебёт ресурсы для жизни добывать и для крафта посторонних не относящихся к сюжету шмоток
    Так что кста советую сразу скачать трейнер для этого, но я его ток через часов 18-20 использовать начал
    Пару раз у меня техника в текстурки упала и я не смог её вытащить, с этим тоже трейнер помог
    Прошёл игру за 32 часа (после завершения дальше выживать низя)

    P. S.
    А, и ещё там есть топ фишка как по мне, капсула времени, тип ты в конце игры оставляешь фотку, текст и какие то препасы(не много) в ней, и один игрок когда нибудь в случайном месте карты на поверхности найдёт её (я 2шт нашёл, сразу не выкупил что шмотки из неё, подумал баг и выкинул их) )
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  71. Nov 9, 2021
    10
    I just can literary cry when I play this game. It’s so beautiful, full of adventures, some times really creepy. Love it with all my heart!
  72. Apr 14, 2022
    7
    Игра кривовата во всем, кроме самостоятельного функционирования мира. Да и жанр в целом не мой, видимо.
  73. Nov 15, 2021
    10
    Если вы, как я, боитесь глубины, то для вас это хоррор игра. Я до мурашек боялся заплывать глубже - но сюжет заставляет делать это.
    10 левиафанов из 10
  74. Nov 16, 2021
    5
    Not very scary. Also gets really boring over time and there is very little to do outside of the story.
  75. Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Subnautica is a really special game for me. Although I love the Metro series, if you want to say Metro or Subnautica, I would definitely choose Subnautica. Subnautica is one of the best of its kind, with beautiful graphics, a really well thought-out story and gameplay mechanics. Once you play Subnautica, the feeling of happiness and reward for your hard work at the end really gives you aSubnautica is a really special game for me. Although I love the Metro series, if you want to say Metro or Subnautica, I would definitely choose Subnautica. Subnautica is one of the best of its kind, with beautiful graphics, a really well thought-out story and gameplay mechanics. Once you play Subnautica, the feeling of happiness and reward for your hard work at the end really gives you a great pleasure. Explaining the mystery of the main character and what happened to the other characters and showing it with the extras in the game really gives you the best feeling of loneliness and makes you feel as if you are on the planet 4546B. I was really upset that Subnautica Below Zero was so bad compared to Subnautica. I don't know if they will make a third game, but if they do, they should give credit to the first game and re-live the feeling that Subnautica gave me. I hope they make the third game and it will be linked to the first game. Expand
  76. Jun 18, 2023
    8
    The first couple of hours into the game I really loved it, I would have given the game 10/10. Later on when the radio messages stop you may lose a sense of direction. At that point the game becomes about grinding for resources to upgrade your equipment. In the end it stays a wonderful world to explore.

    + Good + + Beautiful world + Excellent atmosphere + Great sound + No guidance in
    The first couple of hours into the game I really loved it, I would have given the game 10/10. Later on when the radio messages stop you may lose a sense of direction. At that point the game becomes about grinding for resources to upgrade your equipment. In the end it stays a wonderful world to explore.

    + Good +
    + Beautiful world
    + Excellent atmosphere
    + Great sound
    + No guidance in what to do, this makes the game a little bit more believable and adventurous.

    - Not so good -
    - Inventory management. Too small inventories make grinding for resources exhaustive.
    - Pop-in of the environment, at one point I got stuck in the game because I couldn't find a certain location.
    - No in-game map. Finding back certain locations becomes hard.
    - No hint system or guidance to progress.
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  77. Dec 24, 2021
    9
    This game is a legend. I am kindda sad because the below zero doesnt link with their og game. The game would be perfect if they would add a image with the planet where the main character landed. i can t wait for the next subnautica.
  78. Jan 5, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game with a huge focus on story, characters, and world-building. I don't remember the last time when the story absorbed me so much. Yes, there are a few bugs here are there, but nothing game-breaking. Usually minor visual glitches. Expand
  79. Jun 5, 2023
    7
    Great exploration game, especially if you enjoy the sea. It has a beautiful art style and a pleasant mystery story that you have to discover by yourself like a marine detective :D

    Unfortunately the game could have used a lot more polish, as the controls for certain transportation options were very clunky, frequently getting stuck on edges. Fish and other more dangerous creatures
    Great exploration game, especially if you enjoy the sea. It has a beautiful art style and a pleasant mystery story that you have to discover by yourself like a marine detective :D

    Unfortunately the game could have used a lot more polish, as the controls for certain transportation options were very clunky, frequently getting stuck on edges.

    Fish and other more dangerous creatures would oftenly clip through solid objects, which also hurt the overall experience.

    The enemies were also quite derpy and once you get used to them it becomes trivial to avoid them.

    In the second half of the game, especially the end, it did really get excruciatingly dull when it came to gathering materials for the "final ingredients" and components in order to finish.

    Overall this is a fairly enjoyable game if you're a fan of diving and exploring the natural world, with a few caveats.
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  80. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Let’s get one thing out of the way first, I have“Thalassophobia” Or the extreme fear of the large bodies of water… So April 1st come around and my older brother came a dropped this on my bed, and thats when I discover possibly one of my favorite games ever.
    For me Subnautica during the day Subnautica felt like a happy survival game, one were I could swim without a care in the world,
    Let’s get one thing out of the way first, I have“Thalassophobia” Or the extreme fear of the large bodies of water… So April 1st come around and my older brother came a dropped this on my bed, and thats when I discover possibly one of my favorite games ever.
    For me Subnautica during the day Subnautica felt like a happy survival game, one were I could swim without a care in the world, taking care of all the ocean life I wanted to, oh boy how was I wrong.
    This game taught me the true meaning of terror and as someone with a fear of the ocean who did a blind play through, you can probably guess the lingering effects of playing this game.
    PS: I still have nightmare about today.
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  81. Jan 20, 2022
    10
    Great game atmosphere and soundtrack is something with something, then. Fear of spiders I have developed I understand this is one thing some things just take horror when you are a small insect coming and in the normal game you are not afraid, and you in this straight … No words at all.
  82. Jan 25, 2022
    10
    Gioco da tanti tanti anni e ho avuto modo di giocare tanti tanti titoli: questo è uno dei pochi che posso realmente collocare nell'Olimpo del gaming.
    Fatevi un regalo: non andate su internet a leggerne la trama, vederne le immagini o cercar di capire che tipologia di gioco sia.
    Io - purtroppo - l'ho già giocato e vorrei tanto dimenticarlo per poterlo giocare di nuovo una prima volta, ma
    Gioco da tanti tanti anni e ho avuto modo di giocare tanti tanti titoli: questo è uno dei pochi che posso realmente collocare nell'Olimpo del gaming.
    Fatevi un regalo: non andate su internet a leggerne la trama, vederne le immagini o cercar di capire che tipologia di gioco sia.
    Io - purtroppo - l'ho già giocato e vorrei tanto dimenticarlo per poterlo giocare di nuovo una prima volta, ma voi siete ancora in tempo per godervi da zero una delle migliori esperienze che il mondo dei videogiochi possa riservarvi.
    Non sprecate questa occasione.
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  83. Jan 21, 2023
    0
    Update, actually, meh. After the engine merge with below zero, some issues faults and poor design was brought to the OG.

    This is in addition to previously existing problems. Step 1, make a good game. Step 2, make a **** sequel etc. Step 3, implement the bad from the sequel into the original= ???
  84. Jun 20, 2022
    8
    This game is amazing. Underwater world looks really massive, beautifull and scary in the same time. Plot is enough good. Two main problems are grinding and bugs. I strongly recommend it.
  85. Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Absolutely amazing open world game. Just the diverse and well designed playable area itself is enough to make it and instant 8/10 in my books. Subanautica also has very solid graphics and plethora of unique sea-creatures.

    Pros: - Nice graphics - Refreshing take on the open-world game formula - Good UI - Well designed gameplay loop - Excellent sound design - Good progression system
    Absolutely amazing open world game. Just the diverse and well designed playable area itself is enough to make it and instant 8/10 in my books. Subanautica also has very solid graphics and plethora of unique sea-creatures.

    Pros:
    - Nice graphics
    - Refreshing take on the open-world game formula
    - Good UI
    - Well designed gameplay loop
    - Excellent sound design
    - Good progression system
    - Smooth and responsive underwater controls

    Cons:
    - Slightly tedious material gathering
    - Basic story
    - Doing anything on land feels like walking on ice.
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  86. Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Make more games like it. Maybe add co-op, make it darker and make it a bit more challenging.
  87. Nov 18, 2022
    9
    i have thalassophobia and had to take many many many breaks to breath while in this game
  88. Mar 21, 2022
    10
    Poucas vezes na vida fui tão surpreendido positivamente num jogo. É incrível, envolvente, leve, divertido e surpreendente. Não tive nenhuma experiência negativa e a história é sensacional. Eu espero muito que essa empresa continue produzindo jogos com tamanho primor. Nota máxima.
  89. Sep 4, 2022
    8
    8/10.......................................................................
  90. May 14, 2022
    9
    Great survival adventure game with a special secret. Subnautica takes the players fear as a deterrent to keep them from going forwards as the player advances in the game, the scenery, creativity and atmosphere in this game is exquisite, the graphics are great and the OST is very well constructed to fit the theme. My review would have been a ten but every once in a blue moon there is aGreat survival adventure game with a special secret. Subnautica takes the players fear as a deterrent to keep them from going forwards as the player advances in the game, the scenery, creativity and atmosphere in this game is exquisite, the graphics are great and the OST is very well constructed to fit the theme. My review would have been a ten but every once in a blue moon there is a glitch which can affect immersion or ruin the flow of gameplay and a few textures are low res but these are small details which are easily ignored. Would recommend this game to anyone Expand
  91. Jun 5, 2022
    10
    This is probably the best game i ever played, its just so good. The graphics are awesome, the soundtrack is fire, especially leviathan. The story is not great but its not the point of the game.
    The survival, exploration and terror aspects are so good. You dont know the amount of times i had an adrenaline boost right after hearing a reaper leviathan in the distance.
    Below zero made the
    This is probably the best game i ever played, its just so good. The graphics are awesome, the soundtrack is fire, especially leviathan. The story is not great but its not the point of the game.
    The survival, exploration and terror aspects are so good. You dont know the amount of times i had an adrenaline boost right after hearing a reaper leviathan in the distance.
    Below zero made the story much better but compromised most other aspects of the original.

    Get it, its worth it.
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  92. May 23, 2023
    8
    Subnautica, developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, is an immersive underwater survival game that plunges players into a vast and mysterious alien ocean. With its stunning visuals, deep exploration, and nerve-wracking encounters, this game offers a unique and captivating experience that keeps players on the edge of their seats.

    The first thing that strikes players in Subnautica is
    Subnautica, developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, is an immersive underwater survival game that plunges players into a vast and mysterious alien ocean. With its stunning visuals, deep exploration, and nerve-wracking encounters, this game offers a unique and captivating experience that keeps players on the edge of their seats.

    The first thing that strikes players in Subnautica is its breathtaking beauty. The underwater world is teeming with vibrant marine life, stunning coral reefs, and awe-inspiring biomes. The attention to detail in the environment is exceptional, creating a sense of wonder and immersion. The game's day-night cycle and dynamic weather effects further enhance the atmospheric experience, making exploration both visually stunning and rewarding.

    Survival is the core focus of Subnautica, and the game excels in creating a sense of vulnerability and tension. As players navigate the depths, they must manage resources, oxygen levels, and hunger, all while avoiding or confronting hostile creatures. The fear of the unknown and the constant threat of danger create a palpable sense of dread, heightening the sense of immersion and making each decision and discovery meaningful.

    The exploration in Subnautica is vast and rewarding. The game world is filled with secrets, wrecks, and hidden resources to discover. The progression system is well-designed, gradually unlocking new tools and equipment that allow players to explore deeper and face greater challenges. Unraveling the mysteries of the alien world through logs and story fragments adds an additional layer of intrigue, motivating players to delve deeper into the unknown.

    Subnautica's sound design is superb, contributing to the game's immersive atmosphere. The ambient sounds of the ocean, the eerie cries of underwater creatures, and the unsettling music create a haunting and immersive experience. The audio cues play a crucial role in building tension and alerting players to potential dangers, enhancing the overall sense of immersion and unease.

    The crafting system in Subnautica is robust and rewarding. Players can gather resources from the environment to create tools, equipment, and bases that aid in survival and exploration. The variety of blueprints and upgrades available provide a sense of progression and allow for customization to suit individual playstyles. The base-building aspect adds a layer of creativity and personalization, giving players a sense of ownership and security in the harsh underwater world.

    Despite its strengths, Subnautica does have a few minor flaws. The performance on certain platforms may suffer from occasional frame rate drops and technical issues. Additionally, some players may find the survival mechanics, such as the need to constantly manage resources, hunger, and oxygen, to be overly challenging or repetitive.

    Subnautica is an immersive and thrilling underwater survival adventure that pushes the boundaries of exploration and fear. Its stunning visuals, deep and mysterious world, and nerve-wracking encounters create an unforgettable experience. The game's emphasis on survival and exploration, coupled with its atmospheric sound design and robust crafting system, make it a standout title in the genre. Despite a few technical shortcomings and potentially repetitive mechanics, Subnautica is a must-play for those seeking a captivating and immersive underwater survival experience. It earns a solid 8/10 rating for its ability to immerse players in a haunting and awe-inspiring alien world.
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  93. Jun 17, 2022
    8
    Honestly, this game has to be the most terrifying and stressing experience I've ever had on the first playthrough, with the numerous creatures that want to kill you, your limited supply of oxygen and the need to venture ever deeper in search of a way off the planet. However, I found that later in the game, it kinda looses the feeling of danger and horror and becomes more of a chore thanHonestly, this game has to be the most terrifying and stressing experience I've ever had on the first playthrough, with the numerous creatures that want to kill you, your limited supply of oxygen and the need to venture ever deeper in search of a way off the planet. However, I found that later in the game, it kinda looses the feeling of danger and horror and becomes more of a chore than anything else, requiring you to amass a ton of resources to upgrade your vehicles and dying becomes more of a minor annoyance than anything else.

    TLDR: Good game, but becomes repetitive near the end.
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  94. Jun 23, 2022
    9
    It's a very good game, but it's very poorly optimized. I played it on my PC and XBOX, on both, when I set up my base and look at it, the game hits 22 fps on PC and 15 fps on series x. Also, the game has a lot of loading popups. And I think the story could be easier to understand, not necessarily needing to read and look for the PDA's
  95. Dec 2, 2022
    3
    Genuinely don't like this game. I have no tried to play it three different times and each time have given up within just an hour or two. This game is tedious as **** imagine a survival game that (at least in the early game) requires you to play exclusively in ten second bursts. That's what the oxygen system does to this game. Breaking up resource collection by forcing you to the surfaceGenuinely don't like this game. I have no tried to play it three different times and each time have given up within just an hour or two. This game is tedious as **** imagine a survival game that (at least in the early game) requires you to play exclusively in ten second bursts. That's what the oxygen system does to this game. Breaking up resource collection by forcing you to the surface constantly is such an annoying gameplay mechanic. I understand eventually you get bigger oxygen tanks, I understand that the hostile environment is meant to be punishing, but I'm unwilling to waste my limited time incrementally building some bigger tanks so I can spend more time underwater scanning stupid crap. Expand
  96. Jul 30, 2022
    8
    EMATARY GRAVE MAN - BLEED A RIVERSEMATARY GRAVE MAN - BLEED A RIVERSEMATARY GRAVE MAN - BLEED A RIVERSEMATARY GRAVE
  97. Jan 25, 2023
    5
    Gaming:4/10(never know about what l need to do)
    Story:6/10(nothing special at first half of game)
    quality:5/10
    music:?/10
    overall:4.9/10
  98. Sep 3, 2022
    9
    A game made by an indie studio,

    With it bugs and issues its still an amazing game and an achievement by such a small studio. Thank you Unknown Worlds for making this game, you're amazing.
  99. Sep 12, 2022
    10
    very good 10/10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  100. Sep 14, 2022
    9
    After 125 hours played in this open-world game, i have discovered something new every time, this game its perfect for people who is looking for a non scary game but yes for a game that gives you goosebumps. The music is perfect, and the story its interesting but not necessary. One of the most underrated games, almost in the last 10 years.
Metascore
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 39
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. Dec 7, 2018
    92
    It isn’t without performance hiccups, especially the deeper you go. But the breadth of content here and the open-world nature both in terms of playspace and just pure choice in how you go about it is something rarely seen in games.
  2. CD-Action
    May 16, 2018
    95
    Subnautica is hands down the best survival game I have ever experienced. I completely lost track of time while playing it and for the first time in ages I rescheduled my appointments and neglected my responsibilities to spend more time with a game. If I could I would hand out free copies in the streets so as many people as possible can see how ridiculously good Subnautica is. [04/2018, p.62]
  3. May 10, 2018
    90
    A great game that took five years to make. Subnautica is an open sandbox sci-fi fantasy that can inch it's way into horror as you explore the depths of the ocean world. Just be ready to farm!