Subnautica 2 has no combat, and that's a good thing

Subnautica 2’s early access launch sparked discussion after players learned most creatures can’t be killed.

A developer said the combat-light approach fits the game’s nonviolent survival focus and exploration-first design.

The article argues the choice makes encounters feel more distinctive and memorable than in typical survival games.

By removing combat as the default solution, the game pushes players to think differently about threats and survival.