Subnautica: Below Zero

- Developer
- Unknown Worlds Entertainment
- Released
- May 13, 2021
- Steam reviews
- 90% of players recommend it, from 108,586 reviews — Steam calls that “Very Positive”
- Tags
- AdventureIndie
On Linux, Steam Deck and Steam Machine
This game runs perfectly out of the box under Proton, per ProtonDB reports (198 reports). Valve rates it Deck Verified.
Valve rates it Verified on Steam Machine. Valve marks it SteamOS Compatible.
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About this game
The developer's description, from the game's Steam store page.
Below Zero is an underwater adventure game set on an alien ocean world. It is the next chapter in the Subnautica universe and is developed by Unknown Worlds.
Return to planet 4546B
Submerge yourself in an all-new, sub-zero expedition in an arctic region of Planet 4546B. Arriving with little more than your wits and some survival equipment, you set out to investigate what happened to your sister...
Uncover the truth
Alterra left in a hurry after a mysterious incident. Abandoned research stations dot the region. 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. With limited resources, you must improvise to survive on your own.
Discover uncharted biomes
Swim beneath the blue-lit, arching expanses of Twisty Bridges. Become mesmerized by the glittering, mammoth crystals of the Crystal Caverns. Clamber up snow covered peaks and venture into the icy caves of Glacial Basin. Maneuver between erupting Thermal Vents to discover ancient alien artifacts. Below Zero presents entirely new environments for you to survive, study, and explore.
Construct habitats and vehicles
Survive the harsh climate by constructing extensive habitats, scavenging for resources, and crafting equipment. Blast across the snowy tundra on a Snowfox hoverbike. Cruise through enchanting and perilous biomes in your modular Seatruck.
Research alien lifeforms
Something undiscovered lurks around every corner. Swim through the giant Titan Holefish, encounter the haunting Shadow Leviathan, and visit the adorable Pengwings. Keep your wits about you. Not all creatures in this strange world are friendly.
Survive the chilly temperatures
Jump in, the water’s warm. The below zero temperatures of this arctic region pose a new threat. New weather conditions blanket above-ground habitats. Craft a toasty cold suit, sip on piping hot coffee, and warm up next to Thermal Lilies to stave off the chill.
An ocean of intrigue
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.
About the development team
Below Zero is created by Unknown Worlds, a small studio that traces its roots back to the 2002 Half-Life mod Natural Selection. It is the same studio that created the original Subnautica. The team is scattered around the globe, from the United States to the United Kingdom, France, Russia, Austria, Australia, Canada, and many more places.
Warning
This game contains flashing lights that may make it unsuitable for people with photosensitive epilepsy or other photosensitive conditions. Player discretion is advised.
System requirements
As Steam lists them.
Windows
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *
- Windows 7 64-bit
- Processor
- Intel Core i3 4XXX series / AMD Ryzen 3 2.6ghz+
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Graphics
- Intel HD 530 or better
- DirectX
- Version 11
- Storage
- 15 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS
- Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor
- Intel Core i5 4XXX series/ AMD Ryzen 5 @ 3Ghz +
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Graphics
- Nvidia 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon 570, 4GB VRAM
- DirectX
- Version 11
- Storage
- 15 GB available space
macOS
Minimum
- OS
- OS X 10.11 El Capitan
- Processor
- Intel Core i5
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Graphics
- Intel Iris Pro 650 or better
- Storage
- 15 GB available space
Recommended
- OS
- OS X 10.13 High Sierra
- Processor
- Intel Core i7, 4 cores
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Graphics
- AMD Radeon R9 M395 or better
- Storage
- 15 GB available space
Downloadable content
Steam lists 1 item of downloadable content for this game.
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