Subnautica 2 Early Access Is Live: Release Time, Price And Platforms

InnovationGamingSubnautica 2 Early Access Is Live: Release Time, Price And PlatformsByBrian Mazique,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brian Mazique has covered combat sports and video games since 2011.Follow AuthorMay 15, 2026, 12:24am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Subnautica 2Credit: Unknown WorldsSubnautica 2, in its final form, might wind up being one of the biggest bargains for gamers. The highly anticipated sequel just hit early access on Thursday and it retails for $29.99. While the early-access version isn’t a finished product, it appears to offer enough for enthusiasts and followers of the original to explore.Considering more content and features are coming, this is a title worth checking out if you have an interest in the underwater survival theme. Take a look at this breakdown and at the videos embedded here. You'll get a strong head start and/or some questions answered about this intriguing title.Key Facts at a GlanceTitle: Subnautica 2Developer/Publisher: Unknown Worlds EntertainmentEarly Access Launch: Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 8 AM PDT / 11 AM EDT / 4 PM BST / 15:00 UTCEarly Access Price: $29.99 USDLaunch Platforms: PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store), Xbox Series X|SGame Pass: Day-one on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game PassFull 1.0: Expected 2027-2028PS5/Switch 2: Not available during Early AccessWhat Time Does Subnautica 2 Early Access Unlock?Early Access opened Thursday morning on May 14 at different times across the globe.MORE FOR YOUThe 8 AM PDT global anchor translates to 10 AM in Chicago, 11 AM on the East Coast, 4 PM in London, 5 PM in Paris and Berlin, and midnight on May 15 in Tokyo and Seoul. No region got in early — every market unlocked off the same 15:00 UTC switch, which matches the pre-launch coverage from earlier this week on preload windows and platform details.How Much Does Sub...