Fans of the Subnautica series can look forward to a new addition, with the latest game scheduled for release in the first half of 2025. Publisher Krafton announced the release timeframe during their recent financial report, revealing plans for the newest entry to the underwater exploration and adventure series.
Developer Unknown Worlds, who began working on the third Subnautica game last year, is on the hunt for a senior narrative designer to contribute to the expanding Subnautica universe. Alongside the Subnautica development, Unknown Worlds is also creating Moonbreaker—a turn-based sci-fi game with elements from tabletop RPGs, akin to games like Xcom and Hearthstone. Moonbreaker features miniature figurines players can paint and use in tactical battles and is currently available on Steam Early Access.
Unknown Worlds was acquired by Krafton, the South Korean company behind the hit game PUBG: Battlegrounds, in 2021. This move positions Krafton to diversify its portfolio and capitalize on the success and fanbase of the Subnautica games. The excitement for the next Subnautica installment builds as players await the chance to dive into new aquatic adventures on platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC gaming systems when it eventually launches.
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Diving back into the depths with a new Subnautica game on the horizon is like a breath of fresh, or should I say salty, air for fans craving more underwater escapades. As Krafton casts its net wider, the acquisition of Unknown Worlds seems like a strategic move, not only fueling our Subnautica anticipation but also adding a dash of tabletop charm with Moonbreaker's early access phase.
Diving back into the depths with an upcoming Subnautica game is thrilling news for ocean explorers and survival fans alike – excited to see how Unknown Worlds will expand their immersive underwater world. Also, the crossover appeal of Moonbreaker could be a sweet catch for those who dig strategy and RPG elements, especially with the unique miniature-painting twist.
It’s awesome to hear that Subnautica is expanding its deep-sea universe with a new title on the horizon — these games have a way of making a splash with their immersive environments and captivating survival mechanics. Also, Krafton snagging Unknown Worlds could mean some seriously buoyant support for the franchise, not to mention the intriguing potential of Moonbreaker blending tabletop tactics with digital play.