At long last, Subnautica 2 is playable and open to explore. Set on an entirely different planet from the first two games, there are never-before-seen items, creatures, and locations to explore in Subnautica 2. So, whether you're a Subnautica veteran or someone getting into the franchise for the first time, you'll be entering a whole new world when you strap in for your first playthrough.

To help you out for the first few hours of your journey, we have put together a list of 10 beginner tips that will make your time on the Proteus planet much easier in Subnautica 2. While you'll still have to figure out a bulk of the game by yourself, these tips should make the beginning stages of the game go smoother.

Scan everything in sight

One aspect of Subnautica 2 that hasn't changed from the previous two games is the ability to scan objects and add them as data entries. Right from the start of the game, you'll have access to your scanner, which allows you to learn more about a creature or object after you spend a few seconds examining it with the device.

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Diablo 4's latest patch fixed a number of bugs, including one that is now allowing players to become near immortal by stacking Resolve.

Tucked away in the lengthy patch notes for update 3.0.2 is one, unassuming change for the Paladin's Aspect of Glynn's Anvil. Lord of Hatred's launch seemingly broke the aspect, causing it to not properly increase damage reduction based on stacks of Resolve. As of May 13, that's been fixed.

While the fix is listed as a Paladin change, the aspect is actually usable by every class except for Sorcerer and Warlock. Now that it's fixed, players have found that imprinting Glynn's Anvil on a piece of gear and then proceeding to Temper as many + Maximum Resolve stacks as possible on items results in a toughness rating in the millions.

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Are you curious about where to find all Colonist Bunkers in Subnautica 2? These habs are quite well-hidden. They used to be the hideouts and homes of colonists who were trying to eke out a living on the ocean planet of Proteus. Sadly, these buildings--and scattered clues--are all that they've left behind. That said, these locations happen to have biobeds, which unlock permanent upgrades for your character.

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• All biobed upgrades from Colonist Bunkers in Subnautica 2
  • Colonist Bunker #1: Anita's Garden
  • Colonist Bunker #2: Salvage
  • Colonist Bunker #3: Quaker's Meetinghouse
  • Colonist Bunker #4: Unauthorized NOA Modification
  All biobed upgrades from Colonist Bunkers in Subnautica 2

  As of now, we've found four Colonist Bunkers in Subnautica 2. While these are optional locations, it's a good idea to search for them as you're roaming around the seabed. The upgrades themselves increase your inventory capacity and add extra tool slots. As an aside, we do encourage you to check our mini-walkthrough, which should help you understand the lay of the land, er, water.

  Colonist Bunker #1: Anita's Garden
  • Location: 100 meters east-southeast of the Lifepod.
  • Landmark/tips: As you approach this area, you'll see an underwater current that pushes you downward. Ride the current and, once you're in the cavern, look for the Alterra crates with the Wakemaker fragment and recording. If you check the northeastearn side, you'll see a tunnel with red kelp. Go through the tunnel to find the bunker.
  • Reward: Endurance - Gain +3 inventory slots.
  • Other scannable objects: N/A
  Colonist Bunker #2: Salvage
  • Location: Roughly 200 meters north-northeast of the Lifepod.
  • Landmark/tips: This Subnautica 2 Colonist Bunker is close to the Angel Comb Adaptation. Look for a cave opening next to a ledge with Alterra equipment. Swim down to the bottom of the opening and look to your left.
  • Reward: Dexterity - Gain +1 tool slot/keybind.
  • Other scannable objects: Repair Tool and Habitat Builder.
  Colonist Bunker #3: Quaker's Meetinghouse
  • Location: 250 meters south-southeast of the Lifepod.
  • Landmark/tips: This is part of the objective where you search for the Chap blackbox recording. It's inside a cave guarded by a Coral Crab. Another notable landmark is the set of pillars that jut out of the top of the plateau.
  • Reward: Endurance - Gain +3 inventory slots.
  • Other scannable objects: Bioreactor.
  Colonist Bunker #4: Unauthorized NOA Modification
  • Location: 300 meters south-southwest of the Lifepod.
  • Landmark/tips: The hatch is jutting out of a ridge near the seafloor and a crashed ship.
  • Reward: Endurance - Gain +3 inventory slots.
  • Other scannable objects: Tadpole Fragment.

  That does it for our guide on where to find all Colonist Bunkers in Subnautica 2. We'll keep you posted in case we discover others, so stay tuned. In the meantime, we encourage you to head to our Adaptations guide so you can obtain permanent boosts for your character. We also have a mini-walkthrough that you can read so you'll know where to go next for the sandbox campaign.

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Some more classic virtual reality games are coming to flatscreen gaming platforms, as Polyarc has announced Moss: The Forgotten Relic. It's great that more players will have access to these wonderful games, but it does feel like a result of the struggles that VR gaming currently faces.

Moss: The Forgotten Relic combines Moss, Moss: The Twilight Garden, and Moss: Book 2 into a singular experience for Steam and PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo consoles. Like in the VR games, players will guide a mouse named Quill through a storybook adventure, interacting with the world to help out along the way. This version reworks the camera and presentation to work on flatscreen TVs or monitors, when it previously did not.

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Original Xbox: The Console and the Games (Hardcover)

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Picture this: it's November 2001, and Microsoft has just entered the chat with the biggest, beefiest-looking video game console the world has ever seen. The original Xbox was the first console to ever feature a built-in hard drive and an Ethernet port for broadband internet, and it launches alongside the now-legendary first entry in the Halo franchise, Halo: Combat Evolved. It's been close to 25 years since this pivotal moment in gaming history, and if you remember it fondly, there's a way to revisit it: through the pages of Original Xbox: The Console and the Games, a new commemorative book which is currently on sale at Amazon for $19.33 (was $43).

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Originally announced in 2020 to celebrate the 20th anniversary and Kickstarted into reality by XboxEra, Original Xbox: The Console and the Games dives into the history of the first American-made console since the Atari Jaguar. Featuring 360 full color pages and exclusive interviews, features, and retrospectives, this book covers many of the platform's most memorable releases, from Fable and Forza: Motorsport to Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and, of course, Halo: Combat Evolved. More than 700 games are featured on these pages in total.

Interviews and excerpts include ex-vice president of game publishing at Microsoft Ed Fries, 'The Father of Xbox' Seamus Blackley, journalists Tom Warren and Jeff Grubb, and content creators Klobrille, ColtEastwood, Rand Al Thor 19, ForgeLabs, ModernVintageGamer, Lord Cognito, and Miles Dompier.

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If all this makes you nostalgic for your old Xbox days, we get it. Should you want to dig back into any of the classic games from that time period, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One are both backwards compatible with some original Xbox discs. To check what games are included, check out Xbox's list here. You can also purchase digital titles via the Microsoft store or play them using Xbox Game Pass.

As long as you're shopping for coffee table books, Amazon has some really good deals running on gaming books you might also like. Check out a few more of our recommendations below.

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Are you wondering about where to find all Adaptations in Subnautica 2? These aren't just permanent upgrades. They actually alter your character's DNA, granting new abilities that allow you to progress further into the campaign. Our guide has all the details that you need.

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• All Angel Comb Adaptation locations in Subnautica 2

All Angel Comb Adaptation locations in Subnautica 2

As of the time of this writing, we've discovered four types of Adaptations in Subnautica 2. These come from large tree-like structures known as Angel Combs. A couple of these can be obtained fairly easily, since you only need to interact with the pink bulb. The rest, however, require a bit of patience and effort.

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Subnautica 2 has only been out for about an hour, but it's already attracted hundreds of thousands of concurrent players on Steam alone.

Unknown Worlds Entertainment launched Subnautica 2 on Steam and Xbox Series X|S at 11 AM ET today, May 14. There was a ton of interest right out of the gate, and a look at Steam's most-played games shows some eye-watering concurrent player count stats. At the time of writing, its last reported peak concurrent player count was 465,204, and that number is trending upwards.

That dwarfs the launches of other hit Steam games this year, like Windrose and Slay the Spire 2. It's even more impressive when you consider that SteamDB doesn't take those playing on Xbox Series X|S or through the Xbox and Epic Games launchers on PC.

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Forza Horizon 6 is designed in nearly every way to feel like a party, but my coworker sought to make it my funeral.

Okay, not my actual coworker, but his Drivatar.

If you're unfamiliar, Forza Drivatars are CPU-controlled embodiments of you, making it so that even if you're playing the game solo, you'll get the thrill and the feel of racing real people. It gives CPU racers the names, custom license plates, and even the cars of those on your friends list, as well as others who have played the game, and it's trained on their driving habits to perform the way they do in races.

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Do you want to increase your maximum oxygen in Subnautica 2? If you're playing on Creative Mode, then you don't need to worry too much since your character can't die. However, in Survival Mode, your oxygen gets depleted too fast, which makes frequent dives very challenging. Here's our guide to help you with this particular mechanic.

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• Subnautica 2 survival guide: Oxygen
  • The surface and other safe zones
  Subnautica 2 survival guide: Oxygen

  In Survival Mode, your character has 45 oxygen by default. This gets depleted at the rate of -1 oxygen per second while you're underwater. That means you have to find ways to quickly replenish oxygen, as well as methods that increase the maximum amount.

  The surface and other safe zones

  Swimming to the surface rapidly restores your oxygen in Subnautica 2. This might sound simple, but it can be quite tough when you're hundreds of meters below sea level. Thankfully, there are safe areas that also help replenish oxygen levels:

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Are you wondering about how you can drink water and eat alien food in Subnautica 2? Similar to previous games in the series, your character is marooned in an ocean world and you need to find ways to survive. Things won't be that easy, since humans can't easily digest the meat from strange creatures.

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• Subnautica 2 survival guide: Food and water

Subnautica 2 survival guide: Food and water

If you're playing on Creative Mode, then you shouldn't worry about hunger and thirst at all. Your character, for all intents and purposes, is immortal.

In Survival Mode, however, things might be a little too challenging since you need to look for food and water items. These items can be crafted using a Fabricator, and the recipes that you unlock should appear in the device's Sustenance tab. It's also possible to find these consumables lying around as loot, such as those inside supply crates.

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Are you looking for Lithium in Subnautica 2? Described as the softest and least dense of metals, this mineral is used for certain advanced blueprints, including Plasteel Ingots when processed alongside Titanium. To get more of it, you have to head to areas that are filled with danger.

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• As of the time of this writing, we've found Lithium in a couple of areas:
• Lithium locations in the Zezuran Desert
• Lithium from the Great Jaw's mouth

As of the time of this writing, we've found Lithium in a couple of areas:

• Near thermal vents in the Zezuran Desert
• Inside the core of the Great Jaw

Lithium locations in the Zezuran Desert

Lithium Deposits can be found in caverns and tunnels deep within the Zezuran Desert. Assuming you're playing on Survival Mode, it would be a terrible idea to go to this location without preparing first. That's because you need to pass close to thermal vents and the biome itself has high temperatures. Instead, we recommend the following:

• Progress through the sandbox campaign normally with the help of our mini-walkthrough. The story beats should lead you to the Tadpole Pens in the Zezuran Desert.
• You also need to unlock the Heat Tolerance Adaptation, so your health doesn't get depleted while exploring the biome.
• Due to the distance that you need to cover, as well as all the enemies along the way, you should probably build the Tadpole vehicle, too.
• Finally, make sure you have a Sonic Resonator with you. The device is used to break large chunks of mineral deposits.

Lithium from the Great Jaw's mouth

There's another viable Lithium farming spot in Subnautica 2, but each attempt can be very risky. That's because it's right in the middle of the Great Jaw, a gigantic clam with an appetite. Here's what you need to know:

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Are you curious about where you need to go first in Subnautica 2? The world of Proteus is vast and made up primarily of water. That means, just like the previous games in the series, you need to dive to the depths to discover information about lost colonists and ancient wonders. Our guide is just what you need whether you're playing on Survival Mode or Creative Mode.

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• Subnautica 2 sandbox campaign: Differences between Creative Mode and Survival Mode
• Survival Mode, meanwhile, offers a more traditional experience:

Subnautica 2 sandbox campaign: Differences between Creative Mode and Survival Mode

While Subnautica 2 does have an expansive sandbox, there are some notable differences depending on the mode you choose at the start of the campaign. Here's what you need to know about Creative Mode:

• Creative Mode removes all constraints: Your health, oxygen, food, and water meters won't get depleted at all. Likewise, most enemies remain passive and won't even bother you.
• All blueprints/recipes and Adaptations are, likewise, available to you right from the get-go. You also have unlimited resources.
• Various tools, such as the Wakemaker, Sonic Resonator, and Scanner are all neatly assigned to hotkeys. They won't run out of battery at all.
• Most blackbox signals won't appear. It's a pure sandbox as opposed to regular progression.

Survival Mode, meanwhile, offers a more traditional experience:

• You have to be mindful of your oxygen, health, and the like, as well as hostile creatures.
• You still need to scan objects to unlock crafting blueprints. Adaptations, upgrades, and resources need to be acquired.
• Multiple blackbox signals appear as you explore, akin to story beats/progression.

If it's a case of asking where you need to go first in Subnautica 2, then Survival Mode has a gradual step-by-step progression related to exploration. Conversely, Creative Mode allows you to go wherever you wish.

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Are you eager to dive straight down the depths in Subnautica 2? Unknown Worlds Entertainment's newest survival game will have you exploring vast oceans, abandoned bases, and ancient alien structures, all while trying to fend off hostile creatures and massive leviathans. Our Subnautica 2 guides hub has several articles to help you every step of the way.

The basics

Beginner's guide/tips - We've got several tips for you if you're just starting your journey in the water world of Proteus.

Where to go first in the campaign - You're stranded smack-dab in the middle of the ocean and you only have a Lifepod as a point of reference. So, what should you do next?

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Ahead of Subnautica 2's launch in early access, I spoke to a few of the developers in a Group Q&A as part of a media conference presentation. And, of course, as GameSpot's resident enthusiast of mutating our heroes for the betterment of horror, I used the chance to ask whether the underwater survival-adventure game will use its new adaptation feature to transform the protagonist into an aquatic mutant over time. The answer was disappointing, but completely understandable.

"I would say, even though [Subnautica 2] is one of the biggest games the studio has made, we're still a pretty small studio--when you look at AAA developers, they often have more designers than we have people on the entire team, for instance, we're pretty small," Subnautica 2 game design lead Anthony Gallegos told me. "So we're not trying to focus on genetic adaptations that change the player's look very often."

Taking place on Alterra, an alien planet that humanity tried and failed to colonize years prior, Subnautica 2 sees you play as a pioneer who must find a way to make the entirely water-covered world a home after your colony ship crashes on its surface while you and your fellow colonists were on your way to a completely different planet. Playable in single-player or in online four-player co-op, you're tasked with diving beneath the waves in search of resources to survive and build a makeshift base.

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It's no secret that video games--especially those of the big-budget AAA variety--take a long time to make, and that's something Square Enix is looking to address. In its new report for the financial year ending March 2026, the company says that it's on track to complete a "framework" that will allow it to ramp production on games for its "major" franchises.

"Steady progress is also being made in establishing a framework that enables regular new title launches for major IP," the company explained in a slide that highlighted Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest, with images of games released within each respective IP over the last 12 months.

Both franchises have had a fairly consistent release cadence over the last couple of years across PC, console, and mobile devices with spin-offs, remasters, and remakes sandwiched between mainline releases. Multiple remakes of classic Dragon Quest games in Square-Enix's HD-2D engine have been released, while Final Fantasy has expanded with Switch 2 ports of the first entry in the Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy, the remake of Final Fantasy Tactics, and the new mobile-exclusive Dissidia Duellem game.

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As I left the theater after watching Hokum, I overheard a person behind me tell their partner, "Audio logs? Item-based puzzles? That movie felt like a video game."

My eyes widened, as I now had nearly instantaneous confirmation that it wasn't just me who felt this way--it wasn't just me who spent nearly all of Hokum's 107 minutes thinking, "Man, I wish I could play this."

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A new report claims that Amazon Games canceled a project in the works under the name Project Trident, which was a third-person comedic action game taking place in a nordic setting.

The game, according to Eurogamer, would have involved a fictional parody company known as Valhalla Ventures, with the company hiring the player who would then go off on an adventure.

The report said one of the game's twists was that it would use generative AI to support communication between the player and NPCs. The generative AI communication was said to be a "key tool for combat and puzzle-solving." As an example, the report said the Norse god Thor was planned to be in the game, and that players could say the name of a special attack out loud (or type it into a text box) and have Thor perform the action. The report said Project Trident would have also allowed players to recruit other characters to join them, again using words spoken out loud. The popular RPG Skyrim allowed players to do this on Xbox with Kinect back on Xbox 360 more than a decade ago.

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Amazon Games has confirmed it has not given up in its effort to make a new The Lord of the Rings game, after multiple MMO projects in Middle-earth did not work out.

Amazon Games boss Jeff Grattis told Eurogamer, "Our creative team continues to explore a compelling new game experience that does justice to Tolkien's world; we are working closely with Middle-earth and remain excited about the IP."

Amazon's latest attempt to make a The Lord of the Rings MMO failed to materialize in anything, as it was reported in October 2025 that the game had been canceled amid wider layoffs. A source told Eurogamer that this project--which was in the works alongside rights-owner Embracer--entered pre-production only months before the layoffs were announced in 2025.

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Grand Theft Auto 6 preorders are due to begin on Monday, May 18, according to emails being sent to Best Buy affiliate partners. The Cheap Ass Gamer account, a reputable page for all kinds of deals-related news for video games, received the email and shared the details online.

The notice said preorders for GTA 6's physical edition, and for the campaign specifically, will begin on May 18. GTA 6 is expected to have an online mode, too, but it may not release until sometime after GTA 6 launches on November 19.

If preorders do indeed begin on May 18, then Rockstar will presumably reveal GTA 6's price by then as well. That's been a heavily discussed topic, with a Bank of America stock analyst recently saying Rockstar should price the game at $80 to help drive up prices across the wider industry. Selling big new games for $70 is unsustainable and leading to all manner of negative effects in the gaming industry, analysts and researchers have said.

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Of all the many things to do in Forza Horizon 6, collecting treasure cars is one of the most enjoyable. They can also be very tricky to find if you don't understand the clues you're given to track them down. Forza Horizon 6 launches with nine new treasure cars, and each is parked somewhere on the massive Japan map. You'll need to use context clues given to you by photos of where the cars are in order to locate them. Naturally, you can also skip the scavenger hunt and use our guide, which details where to find each of them.

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• Where to find all treasure cars in Forza Horizon 6

Where to find all treasure cars in Forza Horizon 6

Note that there are nine regions (not counting the endgame Legends Island) in Forza Horizon 6, and there's one treasure car in each of those regions. You can find these in any order; it just depends on the direction you choose to take in the open world.

When the game prompts you that you've received a treasure car photo, it means you're in the right region to find it, and you're likely even pretty close. You could switch to drone mode by pressing down, then up, on the D-pad, which helps you scan the land more quickly. You could also just buy the game's Treasure Map via an in-game real-money purchase.

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