Subnautica: Below Zero (2021)

Developer: Unknown Worlds Entertainment
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 107,656 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 26 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Exploring a frigid alien ocean feels isolating and eerie, with moments of awe punctuated by tension as you scavenge and build to survive.

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What players say

Players are split on Below Zero. Many say it is a noticeable step down from the original, with a smaller map, weaker leviathan encounters, and a story some find poorly written. Others enjoy it as a shorter, more narrative-driven spin-off with improved base building and the modular Seatruck replacing the Cyclops.

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