Subnautica 2 Early Access Hotfix 2

✦AI summary1mo

Hotfix 2 increases resource availability, adjusts Hammerhead AI to prevent base stalking, and fixes critical Tadpole-related bugs and game crashes.

▲Buffs3

SilverAdded more Silver resource areas in the early game region, making early progression smoother.→Added
TroiliteAdded more Troilite resource areas in the late game region to assist with end-game crafting.→Added
GeneralImproved performance for players using Epic visual settings.→Improved

▼Nerfs1

TadpoleOxygen:Fixed a bug that granted infinite oxygen after dying of hunger or thirst while piloting a Tadpole.Infinite→Normal

✚Bug fixes3

TadpoleMovement:Fixed a bug where players were occasionally teleported back to base while exploring in a Tadpole.
General
- Resolved a crash that occurred when losing connection from a multiplayer game.
- Fixed a random crash occurring in the late game region.

◆Other changes2

HammerheadAI Behavior:Hammerheads are now less attracted to Tadpole lights, preventing them from following players back to their bases.High→Low
GeneralAdded a notification informing players that telemetry can be disabled in settings.→Added

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official notes

Subnautica 2 · May 22, 2026

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