Subnautica 2's latest 1.2 update is friend focused—finally adding the key mechanic to any great multiplayer game
Nothing's impossible when you have the power of friendship.
Subnautica 2's latest 1.2 update is all about improving multiplayer experiences for friends. Creative director Anthony Gallegos revealed that proximity chat will allow players to communicate with their friends as they explore the alien ocean together. As players get further away from each other, the voice chat will degrade into a radio-sounding message, creating suspense and tension.
Additionally, the update introduces player emotes for expressing various emotions, encouraging fun interactions between players. Players will also be able to access their friends' inventories, providing a convenient way to share resources without having to search for lost items. Lastly, the update includes player revives, allowing friends to revive each other by sharing oxygen, which is a much-needed feature for navigating the potentially dangerous depths of Subnautica 2's ocean.
While these additions are part of the Early Access 2 update, they are crucial steps to prepare for the game's upcoming expansion, new region, and vehicles.
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