Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Negative: 0 out of 12
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  1. May 11, 2021
    70
    A new funny and survival adventure in an alien ocean by Unknown Worlds, a really talented develop team which brings us to the colder side of 4546B.
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  1. Jun 8, 2021
    Subnautica: Below Zero could be compared to an iceberg. Hidden underneath a seducing art direction, its many treasures are only available to those who are ready to truly invest some time in the game. To do so, one will have to dive into the unknown, avoid the monsters hidden in the dark shadows and deal with a constant management of the inventory and health bar. Once the basic mechanics are understood, Unknown World Entertainment’s game unleashes gorgeous surprises and knows how to reward us. Despite some scenes on solid ground, we only have one wish: dive deeper again and again in this sly ocean filled with mysteries and toying with our fears.
User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 61 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 44 out of 61
  2. Negative: 4 out of 61
  1. Dec 16, 2021
    9
    Just like the first Subnautica I enjoyed a lot playing this game. Yess is a bit shorter but like the original it's mysterious! That's whatJust like the first Subnautica I enjoyed a lot playing this game. Yess is a bit shorter but like the original it's mysterious! That's what makes the game very good in my opinion.

    Also 60fps option on the series X is nice to have :)
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  2. Sep 16, 2021
    5
    I loved Subnautica original, it blowed my mind. But Below Zero feels like an unoptimized standalone addon of the original Subnautica.I loved Subnautica original, it blowed my mind. But Below Zero feels like an unoptimized standalone addon of the original Subnautica. Framerate drops (Played on Series S) around my base below 30 fps, even in fps mode. Quality mode had big input lag. The entire game does not feel creepy as in original Subnautica. The snow area was a chore, the land movement is still bugged, it still lets the player flickering around when touching some edges. Most stuff are recycled, and there are only a few new features. I am dissapointed. Full Review »
  3. Jul 7, 2021
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. Сюжет отвратителен. Игра изменилась только графически. Баланс изменили но гемплей. Нет!!! Full Review »