Subnautica 2 Early Access 1.2 Update Out Now Alongside Patch Notes, Dev Donates $100,000 to Ocean Cleanup
Subnautica 2 Early Access 1.2 is out now, adding the Buddy System to the underwater survival and crafting game. check out the patch notes in full.
The latest update for Subnautica 2 Early Access, version 1.2, has been released alongside the announcement of a $100,000 donation from developer Unknown Worlds to The Ocean Cleanup, an organization dedicated to ocean cleanup. The update adds several features and improvements to the game, including the Buddy System, in-game voice chat, player emotes, inventory sharing, player revives, tracking tags, and improved HUD icons.
Additionally, new character options such as Grace and Jegna, as well as two new suit colors, have been introduced. The update also includes tracking tags, which serve as short-range beacons to help players locate items left in caves. The recording of player upgrades and the distinct beep for upgrade spots have been included, alongside improved base building system placement UI and trashcan functionality.
The addition of improved error language and clearer communication of system messages will enhance the overall player experience in the game.
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