Subnautica 2 reveals 'brand new' base-building system with flexible windows

Unknown Worlds' latest Subnautica 2 developer vlog focuses on base building, and the team appears to be putting a lot of effort into it. Fans have responded enthusiastically. The base-building system is "brand new," base design lead Kiel McDonald says, and aims to "keep the spirit" of the first two games while letting players "express themselves even more." McDonald highlights a new procedural system: "you don't have to be constrained to a specific shape," and the team has "moved away from fixed pieces for the most part, and have a much more sculptural, expressive system." That procedural approach lets players customise bases more than before: windows can take various shapes, bases can be painted, lights can use different colors, and there will be "different cosmetic options inside." Players will also be able to share their bases with others, "entirely at your own risk—and entirely optionally." The trailer gives no release date; Subnautica 2 remains slated to launch into early access sometime later this year.

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