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Hello Subnauts, We’re excited to announce that on May 9, 2026, we're hosting a Subnautica 2 Pre-Launch Showcase! From the debut of our new gameplay trailer, to conversations and demos with the development team, we'll have plenty to get you hyped for Subnautica 2’s Early Access launch over the approximately 120-minute runtime. To celebrate, we've also prepared several giveaways and a Twitch Drops event.
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Pre-Launch Showcase
Date & Time
May 9, 2026 at 08:00 AM (PDT)
Where to Watch
YouTube Subnautica Official Channel ([dynamiclink href="https://www.youtube.com/subnautica"])
Twitch Subnautica Official Channel ([dynamiclink href="https://www.twitch.tv/subnautica"])
Bilibili Official Channel (http://live.bilibili.com/1726554026)
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Event Period
May 9, 2026 at 08:00 AM (PDT) during the live Pre-Launch Showcase
Reward
In-game item: Seamoth Statue
How to Participate
Watch the Pre-Launch Showcase live for at least 20 minutes.
Once you've met the watch requirement, go to the Drops & Rewards page on Twitch and click "Claim."
How to Redeem Your Reward
Rewards can be claimed in-game following the Early Access launch of Subnautica 2 and through June 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM (PDT). Please refer to the guide below for instructions:
Launch Subnautica 2 and navigate to the Settings screen.
Select "Link Twitch Account," then scan the QR code or open the browser to log in to Twitch and click Authorize.
Return to the game and claim your reward under "Check Twitch Drops."
We’ll also have a Plushie Giveaway during the Showcase! Full details on how to participate will be shared live and also on our official social channels after the Showcase ends.
So, make sure to join us for the Pre-Launch Showcase and don't miss out on your chance to redeem the Twitch Drops!
Keep Diving.
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