Unifying Code Base and Optimizing Save System: Updates from Subnautica

As fans of the Subnautica series, we're excited to share with you the latest developments and priorities from our team. Our goal has been to get Below Zero and Subnautica onto unified versions of Unity, merging our code base into a single branch to make it easier to switch contexts and reduce mistakes.

When we launched Below Zero, we had platforms on different versions of Unity, which resulted in multiple branches of code. This made maintenance and bug fixing more challenging than necessary. In the coming months, we plan to refactor and optimize our save system to make it smaller, faster, and more uniform across all platforms, reducing platform-specific bugs.

Our current focus is on paying off some technical debt that has accumulated over time. We've identified a few key areas where refactoring will have a significant impact on game performance and stability. The Subnautica code base has been around for eight years, with contributions from many developers without much opportunity for thorough cleaning and optimization.

We're committed to addressing these issues to ensure the best possible gaming experience for our players. To support this effort, we've also brought Below Zero to four new languages in late August, expanding its global reach.

Since launching Below Zero 1.0 and Subnautica on Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series in May, our team has been busy investigating and fixing bugs. We're dedicated to providing a seamless experience for all players and will continue to work tirelessly to address any issues that may arise.

While we don't make public commitments to specific dates, we wanted to give you an update on what's happening behind the scenes. Keep an eye out for more developments from Subnautica in the coming months!

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