It’s hard to imagine getting sick of that alien ocean-scouring setup.Įven though I’m invested in Robin’s ( likely ongoing) story in Below Zero, I’d also be fine with a side-step for this next outing as opposed to a direct continuation. The first Subnautica was so solitary, and I wonder if we’ll see that approach again or if Unknown Worlds will lean more into encounters with NPCs. No other survival-crafting adventures hit like this, and to be honest, few other games, period, clicked with me harder than the original Subnautica in terms of fully-immersed exploration. Continue down that same path, and I’ll keep showing up to play. The studio hopes to fill the narrative design role with someone who has “familiarity with open-world games and the process of developing narrative in the context of an open-ended, player-driven experience,” which is what I dig about Subnautica - and what I want to see more of. And even if it didn’t, fans like me would still be craving another Subnautica. Subnautica: Below Zero ended in a way that leaves room - a lot of room! - for a third game. This person has a unique opportunity to join the team early in development and help establish the narrative direction for a beloved franchise.” “This person will collaborate closely with the team to tell compelling, dramatic stories in the context of the game experience, while also defining the history and lore of a new science fiction world and its alien inhabitants.
Check out the full job description here ? Īccording to the job posting (via The Loadout and PC Gamer): But there are many dangerous Leviathans in the void, so youll need new upgrades like the known shocker, seamoth, Prawn shield and some more. We're seeking a Senior Narrative Designer to work with us to help shape the next game in the Subnautica universe! ?️?Ĭome and join our fully remote studio and let's make great games together. if something similar has been posted before, cuz I saw some artwork fitting for a Subnautica game like this before. The studio, which is now operating under Krafton, has posted a job listing for a senior narrative designer who will assist on “the next game in the Subnautica universe.” Unknown Worlds is working on a “ new genre-defining game” that will launch into early access this year, but it also plans to expand Subnautica, its sci-fi oceanic survival series. 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.Keep the Subnautica games flowing, please!
Craft a toasty cold suit, sip on piping hot coffee, and warm up next to Thermal Lilies to stave off the chill. New weather conditions blanket above-ground habitats. The below zero temperatures of this arctic region pose a new threat. Not all creatures in this strange world are friendly!
Swim through the giant Titan Holefish, encounter the haunting Shadow Leviathan, and visit the adorable Pengwings. Something undiscovered lurks around every corner. Cruise through enchanting and perilous biomes in your modular Seatruck. Blast across the snowy tundra on a Snowfox hoverbike. Survive the harsh climate by constructing extensive habitats, scavenging for resources, and crafting equipment. Below Zero presents entirely new environments for you to survive, study, and explore. Maneuver between erupting Thermal Vents to discover ancient alien artifacts. Clamber up snow covered peaks and venture into the icy caves of Glacial Basin.
Become mesmerized by the glittering, mammoth crystals of the Crystal Caverns. Swim beneath the blue-lit, arching expanses of Twisty Bridges. With limited resources, you must improvise to survive on your own. 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. Abandoned research stations dot the region. Arriving with little more than your wits and some survival equipment, you set out to investigate what happened to your sister.Īlterra left in a hurry after a mysterious incident. Submerge yourself in an all-new, sub-zero expedition in an arctic region of Planet 4546B. It is a new chapter in the Subnautica universe, and is developed by Unknown Worlds. Below Zero is an underwater adventure game set on an alien ocean world.