Game enthusiasts can now anticipate an exhilarating multiplayer experience in Subnautica 2 as game publisher Krafton confirms the game's incorporation of multiplayer features. Additionally, the previously speculated Subnautica 3 is set to emerge as Subnautica 2, joining the league of popular underwater exploration games.

Since its launch in 2018, Subnautica has immersed players in an alien planet, challenging them to survive while unraveling the enigmatic aquatic world. The upcoming Subnautica 2 will transport fans to an entirely new mysterious planet, offering a chance to explore solo or team up with friends within a revamped gameplay framework.

Reports from IGN initially unveiled that Subnautica 2 will introduce cooperative gameplay and adopt a 'game-as-a-service' approach. While the original Subnautica and its successor, Subnautica: Below Zero, were single-player ventures, the Subnautica community had devised various mods to enable multiplayer interactions. With Subnautica 2, the series will officially support up to 4-player co-op. Following concerns regarding the 'games-as-service' model, it was clarified that the game will receive continual updates over numerous years, akin to the previous titles. Notably, no season passes, battle passes, or subscriptions will be involved.

The transition from single-player to multiplayer gaming often elicits mixed reactions, with solo gaming enthusiasts feeling overlooked and multiplayer fans approaching established franchises with caution. However, when executed thoughtfully, existing fans can relish new gameplay encounters, while a wider audience gains exposure to cherished narratives. As the community eagerly awaits further insights into the live-service multiplayer framework of Subnautica 2, fans can continue to revel in the existing releases within the series.