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The temperature is dropping.

― Below Zero Tagline

Subnautica: Below Zero is an open world survival game developed by Unknown Worlds and a stand-alone expansion to Subnautica. It was first released in early access on January 30th, 2019 and released in full on May 14th, 2021.

Taking place two years after Ryley Robinson's escape, players return to Planet 4546B as Robin Ayou, a rogue Xenoworx employee who crash-lands in the frozen wastes of Sector Zero.

Store Description

"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."

Gallery

<tabber> Store Screenshots=

A screenshot depicting a Lily Paddler
A screenshot depicting a Shadow Leviathan
A screenshot depicting a Seabase
A screenshot depicting the Seatruck and a Squidshark
A screenshot depicting the Snowfox and an Ice Worm
A screenshot depicting the Seatruck and some Rock Punchers
A screenshot depicting the Seaglide and a Glow Whale
A screenshot depicting Robin Ayou and a Snow Stalker
A screenshot depicting the Seatruck and another Squidshark

|-| Trailers=

Subnautica Below Zero Early Access Trailer

Early Access trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Seatruck Update

Seatruck Update trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Snowfox Update

Snowfox Update trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Spy Pengling Update

Spy Pengling Update trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Arctic Living Update

Arctic Living Update trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Ice Worm Update

Ice Worm Update Trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Deep Dive Update

Deep Dive Update trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Lost Ship Update

Lost Ship Update trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Frostbite Update

Frostbite Update trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Salad Days Update

Salad Days Update trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Stranger Pings Update

Stranger Pings Update trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Relics of the Past Update

Relics of the Past Update trailer
Subnautica Below Zero Seaworthy Update

Seaworthy Update trailer
Subnautica- Below Zero Trailer

Full release trailer
Subnautica Below Zero What the Dock Update

What the Dock Update trailer

</tabber>

Soundtrack

Main article: Subnautica: Below Zero OST

System Requirements

<tabber> Windows=

Minimum

OS	Windows 7 64-bit
Processor	Intel Core i3 / AMD Ryzen 3 2.6ghz+
Memory	8 GB RAM
Graphics	Intel HD 530 or better
DirectX	Version 11
Storage	15 GB available space

Recommended

OS	Windows 10 64-bit
Processor	Intel Core i5 / 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

|-| Mac OS X=

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
Graphics	AMD Radeon R9 M395 or better
Memory	8 GB RAM
Storage	15 GB available space

</tabber>

External Links

Trivia

The Prawn Suit is the only vehicle from Subnautica to return in this game.
Certain features of the game were teased as early as February 2018^[1], less than a month after the official release of Subnautica.
Subnautica: Below Zero was originally built on the same code as Subnautica. However, the game has underwent major changes and optimizations during the course of its development.
Player can unlock EA1.1-EA13 in "Check Code" by entering code "belowzeroearlyaccess" in Steam Properties.
- The Earliest Access version is EA1 (Build 9561), which can't be unlocked.

Notes

↑ This video was uploaded by a developer at UWE, nearly a year before Below Zero was released in Early Access https://youtu.be/MHVqV37TjsU

[1] This video was uploaded by a developer at UWE, nearly a year before Below Zero was released in Early Access https://youtu.be/MHVqV37TjsU

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 |image = BelowZeroHeroImage.jpg
-|developer = [http://unknownworlds.com Unknown Worlds Entertainment]
+|developer = [http://unknownworlds.com Unknown Worlds]
 |web = [https://unknownworlds.com/subnautica/subnautica-below-zero/ https://unknownworlds.com/subnautica/subnautica-below-zero/]
 |release = * 30 Jan, 2019 (Early Access)
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 {{Quote2|The temperature is dropping.|''Below Zero'' Tagline}}
-'''''Subnautica: Below Zero''''' is an open world survival game developed by ''[https://unknownworlds.com/en Unknown Worlds Entertainment]'' and the sequel of ''[[Subnautica]].'' It was first released in early access on January 30th, 2019 and released in full on May 14th, 2021.
+'''''Subnautica: Below Zero''''' is an open world survival game developed by ''[https://unknownworlds.com/en Unknown Worlds]'' and a stand-alone expansion to ''[[Subnautica]].'' It was first released in early access on January 30th, 2019 and released in full on May 14th, 2021.
 Taking place two years after [[Ryley Robinson]]'s escape, players return to [[Planet 4546B]] as [[Robin Ayou]], a rogue [[Xenoworx]] employee who crash-lands in the frozen wastes of [[Sector Zero]].
-== Description==
+== Store Description==
-Dive into a freezing underwater adventure on an alien planet. Below Zero is set two years after the original Subnautica. Return to Planet 4546B to uncover the truth behind a deadly cover-up. Survive by building habitats, crafting tools, & diving deeper into the world of Subnautica.
+''"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."''
 ==Gallery==
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 </tabber>
+== Soundtrack ==
+* Main article: [[Subnautica: Below Zero OST|''Subnautica: Below Zero'' OST]]
 ==System Requirements==
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