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We filtered the 44 games similar to Subnautica 2 down to the 31 that fit the “PC” category. Astroneer, Dying Light: The Beast and Raft top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Subnautica 2.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival
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SoloMultiplayer
Year 2026Dev Unknown Worlds Entertainment

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Within the “PC” category, the closest game to Subnautica 2 is Astroneer — scoring 74/100 on our similarity scale. Dying Light: The Beast and Raft follow close behind.

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The best games like Subnautica 2 on PC

31 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Subnautica 2. Each one has been evaluated across 7 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1Astroneer
Astroneer
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
MultiplayerSoloCo-opSci-FiNarrative
Steam👍 92%· 138KIGDB81· 4OC75· 26
Year 2019Dev System Era SoftworksOn PS4 · PC · PS5

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and setting scifi

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and strong narrative focus, while skipping visual first person

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: visuals and setting.

Genre100Game mode100Setting43Visuals0
#2Dying Light: The Beast
Dying Light: The Beast
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opFirst PersonDark
Steam👍 87%· 68KIGDB82· 7OC81· 126
Year 2025Dev TechlandOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, dark, oppressive atmosphere and horror setting, while skipping setting scifi

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: setting.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Setting0
Raft
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
MultiplayerSoloCo-opFirst PersonOnline
Steam👍 93%· 372KRAWG👍 77%· 448IGDB80· 1
Year 2022Dev Redbeet Interactive · Axolot GamesPlaytime ~8hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, sandbox freedom and open world exploration, while skipping setting scifi

By yourself or with friends, your mission is to survive an epic oceanic adventure across a perilous sea! Gather debris to survive, expand your raft and be wary of the dangers of the ocean!

Genre100Game mode87Visuals72
Stranded Deep
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opFirst PersonOnline
Steam👍 74%· 47KOC64· 14
Year 2015Dev Beam Team GamesOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, sandbox freedom and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping setting scifi

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Subnautica 2.

It predates Subnautica 2 by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode88Setting0
Russian Fishing 4
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
MultiplayerSoloCo-opFirst PersonOnline
Steam👍 59%· 86KRAWG👍 31%· 73
Year 2018Dev Russian FishingPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, sports simulation and deep RPG systems, while skipping setting scifi

Russian Fishing 4 dynamic and engaging fishing simulator that features unique natural physics, conditions and fish behavior. 50+ Fish species. 8 Lakes and rivers. Spinning, Bait casting, Feeder and Float fishing. Players ratings, achievements and statistics. Dozens of fishing techniques.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Subnautica 2.

It predates Subnautica 2 by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode77
Don't Starve Together
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
MultiplayerCo-opSoloOnlineDark
Steam👍 95%· 531KRAWG👍 72%· 1.4KMC83
Year 2016Dev Klei EntertainmentPlaytime ~7hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, sandbox freedom and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping setting scifi

Don't Starve Together is surrealistic and grim survival game made up for six people simultaneously. Initially, Don't Starve is a single-player game with a core mechanic of going through various problems of your character. You have to sleep and eat well.

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: setting and visuals.

It predates Subnautica 2 by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode87Setting0Visuals0
The Planet Crafter
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
Co-opSoloSci-FiFirst PersonOnline
Steam👍 96%· 70KRAWG👍 67%· 35OC81· 13
Year 2022Dev Miju GamesPlaytime ~9hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

From Hostile to Habitable You are sent on an hostile planet with one mission: Make it habitable for Humans. You'll have to survive, collect resources, build your base and machines in order to heat the planet, create an atmosphere with enough oxygen and eventually geo-engineer an entire planet!

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: setting.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode55Setting49
Staxel
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineCozy
Steam👍 79%· 4.8KRAWG👍 29%· 45IGDB56· 3OC58· 11
Year 2019Dev Plukit · Humble BundlePlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, deep RPG systems and sandbox freedom, while skipping setting scifi

Staxel is getting ready for steamGet notified when Staxel comes out on Steam by clicking the Add to your wishlist button above About the GameStaxel is a sandbox farming game that is currently in development.

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Subnautica 2.

Genre100Game mode78Visuals0
Castaway Paradise - live among the animals
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloCo-opMultiplayerOnlineCasual
Steam👍 70%· 581
Year 2014Dev Stolen Couch GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, deep RPG systems and sandbox freedom, while skipping setting scifi

Featured DLCThe Summer is magic!!! About the GameYour adventure starts when you get stranded on a tropical island. This is your island, your adventure! Do whatever you like! It's the ultimate Sandbox sim! Do you like Animal Crossing or Harvest Moon? Castaway Paradise is the game for you!

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Subnautica 2.

It predates Subnautica 2 by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode75Visuals0
Valheim
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
Co-opMultiplayerSoloOnlineMelee
Steam👍 94%· 534KRAWG👍 77%· 642IGDB90· 1OC85· 19
Year 2021Dev Dvoid · Coffee StainPlaytime ~12hOn PC · Linux

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and co op

≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, sandbox freedom and punishing difficulty, while skipping setting scifi

Prove your worth! Are you worthy of entering Valhalla? You have been sent to Valheim, the 10th Norse world. Only by defeating the mighty beasts of these lands will you win the favor of the gods. This quest will take you to the far reaches of this world, from the deepest forest to the highest mountain peak.

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: setting and visuals.

Genre100Game mode75Setting0Visuals0
#11ARMORED HEAD
ARMORED HEAD
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloSci-FiFirst PersonRangedMelee
Steam👍 98%· 1.3K
Year 2020Dev Egor RezenovPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and setting scifi

≠ Stands apart with punishing difficulty, strong narrative focus and ranged combat, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

ARMORED HEAD is a miniature shooter, where all the action takes place in one arena. The main character is a gladiator who fights against his opponents in pursuit of the grand prize. His task is to defeat 30 waves of opponents, unravel all the secrets of the arena, and win the gold cup.

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: game mode.

Genre100Setting100Visuals100Game mode31
The Invincible
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloSci-FiFirst PersonNarrativeDark
Steam👍 89%· 9.4KIGDB79· 5OC73· 85
Year 2023Dev Starward Industries · 11 bit studiosOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and setting scifi

≠ Its own twist: strong narrative focus, dark, oppressive atmosphere and open world exploration, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: game mode.

Genre100Visuals100Setting56Game mode35
Deliver Us the Moon
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloSci-FiFirst PersonMeleeNarrative
Steam👍 88%· 9.2KIGDB78· 5OC74· 67
Year 2019Dev KeokeN Interactive · Wired ProductionsOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and setting scifi

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, deep simulation and strong narrative focus, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: game mode.

Genre100Visuals71Setting52Game mode35
The Alters
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloSci-FiNarrativeIsometricThird Person
Steam👍 90%· 17KIGDB87· 5OC86· 115
Year 2025Dev 11 bit studiosOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, strong narrative focus and visual isometric, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: visuals and game mode.

Genre100Setting100Game mode34Visuals0
Jurassic Park: The Game
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloSci-FiMeleeDarkNarrative
Steam👍 69%· 2.1KRAWG👍 31%· 96MC54IGDB61· 4
Year 2011Dev Telltale GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox · iOS

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and setting scifi

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

Security systems have failed and the creatures of the park roam free. Now, a rogue corporation will stop at nothing to acquire the dinosaur embryos stolen and lost by Dennis Nedry.

Where it drifts furthest from Subnautica 2: visuals and game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Subnautica 2.

It predates Subnautica 2 by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting66Game mode35Visuals0

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