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Planet Explorers
Planet ExplorersExplore, build, and survive on a hostile alien world
Subnautica
SubnauticaDive into an alien ocean and survive the depths.
Overview
Description

Set in the year 2287, survivors of a crashed colony ship must brave the alien planet Maria, battling creatures and harsh environments while gathering resources. The game blends RPG progression with open‑world sandbox freedom, letting players shape the terrain, craft weapons, and construct vehicles. Using a unique OpenCL‑driven voxel engine, Planet Explorers lets you deform terrain anywhere, create custom objects, and collaborate with friends in single‑player, multiplayer, or co‑op modes. Build a new home for humanity in this sci‑fi survival adventure.

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. After crash landing in your Life Pod, manage oxygen, gather resources, and build habitats as you uncover the mysteries of the deep sea. The open‑world experience offers endless exploration from sun‑lit reefs to dark trenches.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Sandbox & Creative
Survival Crafting
Best for
Sci‑fi sandbox adventure fans
Survival adventure gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99−67%
$59.99
release date
2016-11-08
2018-01-23
Specifications
developer
Pathea Games
Unknown Worlds
publisher
Pathea Games
Gearbox Publishing, Unknown Worlds
age rating
ESRB T
PEGI 7, ESRB E10+
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player
critic score
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84/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep voxel terrain manipulation
  • Robust crafting and building systems
  • Cross‑platform multiplayer
  • Rich sci‑fi setting with diverse creatures
  • Rich, immersive underwater environments
  • Deep crafting and base‑building systems
  • Engaging single‑player narrative
  • Support for VR adds extra immersion
Cons
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Performance can dip on older hardware
  • Limited narrative guidance, relies on player discovery
  • Limited multiplayer options (single‑player only)
  • Performance can dip on lower‑end hardware
  • Steep learning curve for resource management
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