Dive into a freezing underwater adventure on an alien planet. Below Zero is set two years after the original Subnautica. Return to Planet 4546B to uncover the truth behind a deadly cover-up. Survive by building habitats, crafting tools, & diving deeper into the world of Subnautica.
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Very Positive (84,257) - 90% of the 84,257 user reviews for this game are positive.
Release Date:
May 13, 2021

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Recommended
By German Review Group July 30

“Subnautica Below Zero bleibt seinem Vorgänger treu, fügt aber neue Dinge zum Entdecken ein. Insbesondere die Story wird stärker erzählt. Wem Subnautica gefallen hat, sollte auch Below Zero spielen!”

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About This Game

Below Zero is an underwater adventure game set on an alien ocean world. It is the next chapter in the Subnautica universe and is developed by Unknown Worlds.

Return to planet 4546B


Submerge yourself in an all-new, sub-zero expedition in an arctic region of Planet 4546B. Arriving with little more than your wits and some survival equipment, you set out to investigate what happened to your sister...

Uncover the truth


Alterra left in a hurry after a mysterious incident. Abandoned research stations dot the region. What happened to the scientists who lived and worked here? Logs, items, and databanks scattered among the debris paint a new picture of the incident. With limited resources, you must improvise to survive on your own.

Discover uncharted biomes


Swim beneath the blue-lit, arching expanses of Twisty Bridges. Become mesmerized by the glittering, mammoth crystals of the Crystal Caverns. Clamber up snow covered peaks and venture into the icy caves of Glacial Basin. Maneuver between erupting Thermal Vents to discover ancient alien artifacts. Below Zero presents entirely new environments for you to survive, study, and explore.

Construct habitats and vehicles


Survive the harsh climate by constructing extensive habitats, scavenging for resources, and crafting equipment. Blast across the snowy tundra on a Snowfox hoverbike. Cruise through enchanting and perilous biomes in your modular Seatruck.

Research alien lifeforms


Something undiscovered lurks around every corner. Swim through the giant Titan Holefish, encounter the haunting Shadow Leviathan, and visit the adorable Pengwings. Keep your wits about you. Not all creatures in this strange world are friendly.

Survive the chilly temperatures


Jump in, the water’s warm. The below zero temperatures of this arctic region pose a new threat. New weather conditions blanket above-ground habitats. Craft a toasty cold suit, sip on piping hot coffee, and warm up next to Thermal Lilies to stave off the chill.

An ocean of intrigue


What really happened to your sister? Who were the aliens who came here before? Why were they on this planet? Can we find solace from grief in truth? Below Zero extends the story of the Subnautica universe, diving deep into the mystery introduced in the original game.

About the development team


Below Zero is created by Unknown Worlds, a small studio that traces its roots back to the 2002 Half-Life mod Natural Selection. It is the same studio that created the original Subnautica. The team is scattered around the globe, from the United States to the United Kingdom, France, Russia, Austria, Australia, Canada, and many more places.

Warning


This game contains flashing lights that may make it unsuitable for people with photosensitive epilepsy or other photosensitive conditions. Player discretion is advised.

System Requirements

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    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows 7 64-bit
    • Processor: Intel Core i3 4XXX series / AMD Ryzen 3 2.6ghz+
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Intel HD 530 or better
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 15 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 64-bit
    • Processor: Intel Core i5 4XXX series/ AMD Ryzen 5 @ 3Ghz +
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Nvidia 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon 570, 4GB VRAM
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 15 GB available space
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.
    Minimum:
    • OS: OS X 10.11 El Capitan
    • Processor: Intel Core i5
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Intel Iris Pro 650 or better
    • Storage: 15 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • OS: OS X 10.13 High Sierra
    • Processor: Intel Core i7, 4 cores
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: AMD Radeon R9 M395 or better
    • Storage: 15 GB available space

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