Subnautica 2 Update 1.2 Drops Today With Proximity Chat and Co-Op Upgrades
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Subnautica 2's latest update introduces proximity chat, direct player trading, and cooperative revives, while developer Unknown Worlds gives a sneak peek at upcoming early access content.
Unknown Worlds is rolling out the 1.2 update for Subnautica 2, bringing a heavy focus on multiplayer features that change how squads survive the depths together. As detailed by creative director Anthony Gallegos in a recent developer walkthrough, the patch introduces proximity chat with a realistic radio distortion effect as players drift apart. The update also adds direct player trading, a revive mechanic that lets teammates share oxygen to pull a downed friend back from the brink, and expressive new emote wheels designed for both coordination and community clip-making.
Beyond vocal and social upgrades, the patch refines inventory management and spatial awareness across the board. Players can now directly access a teammate's inventory for quick item swaps, utilize short-range tracking tags as beacons for lost gear, and navigate a cleaner HUD with dynamic icon scaling that prevents screen clutter when exploring distant regions. Quality of life tweaks also extend to pinned recipes and the base building tool, making construction and resource tracking much smoother for cooperative groups.
Looking ahead, the team at Unknown Worlds gave fans an early look at what to expect in the upcoming Early Access 2 milestone. That next major content drop promises brand new biomes, fresh story beats, progression updates, and vehicles to expand underwater exploration. By leaning heavily into community feedback during early access, the studio continues to prove that open development is the right path for shaping the ultimate survival experience.
Tags: Subnautica 2, Survival Games, PC Gaming, Co-Op
Original article: IGN South Africa