Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
Descend into the depths of an alien underwater world filled with wonder and peril. Craft equipment, pilot submarines and out-smart wildlife to explore lush coral reefs, volcanoes, cave systems, and more - all while trying to survive.
Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck
Best current price at GameBillet
Waiting could save up to $10.60, if it returns to its lowest price.
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $7.39 (August 2025)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GameBillet | $17.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| Gamesplanet | $26.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| Steam | $29.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| Fanatical | $29.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| IndieGala | $29.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| WinGameStore | $29.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| Humble Store | $29.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| GamersGate | $29.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
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| Developer | Unknown Worlds Entertainment |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Unknown Worlds Entertainment |
| Released | Jan 23, 2018 |
| Metacritic | 87 / 100 |
| Languages | 27: English, French, German, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese and more |
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows Vista SP2 or newer, 64-bit | Windows Vista SP2 or newer, 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Haswell 2 cores / 4 threads @ 2.5Ghz or equivalent | Intel Haswell 4 cores / 4 threads @ 3.2Ghz or equivalent |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Intel HD 4600 or equivalent - This includes most GPUs scoring greater than 950 points in the 3DMark Fire Strike benchmark | Nvidia GTX 550 Ti or equivalent, 2GB VRAM |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 20 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
| VR Support | SteamVR. Keyboard or gamepad required | - |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
VR headset
Subnautica supports VR. The Quest 3S is the cheapest way into PC VR over Air Link or a cable; the Quest 3 adds sharper pancake lenses.
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Upgrade pickMeta Quest 3 512GB VR HeadsetHeadset for immersive sound
Atmosphere is half of Subnautica. The Cloud III has rich spatial sound; the Arctis Nova 7 goes wireless with long battery life.
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Upgrade pickSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7Monitor for the best visuals
Show off Subnautica on a sharp 1440p screen. The SANSUI is the budget pick; the 32-inch curved Odyssey wraps the picture around you.
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Upgrade pickSamsung Odyssey G55C 32-inch QHD Curved MonitorController
Subnautica plays great on a controller. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is a cheap, reliable PC pad; the Ultimate 2 adds drift-free Hall effect sticks and a charging dock.
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Upgrade pick8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless ControllerSteam Deck storage
Subnautica runs on Steam Deck. A fast microSD card adds room for it and the rest of your library.
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Upgrade pickSanDisk 512GB microSD for Nintendo SwitchPrices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $7.39 in August 2025.
The best current price we found is $17.99 at GameBillet, against a usual price of $29.99.
Wait. Wait. $17.99 is 143% above its lowest price on record ($7.39). Next big sale: Black Friday weekend, in 17 days.
