Subnautica
Steam Description:
Starfield is the first new universe in 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4.
Episode Summary:
Initial Impressions of Subnautica and its Graphics
Ryan describes his initial impressions of Subnautica, starting from the intense opening sequence to the calm and peaceful starting area. The graphics of the game, which are colorful and stylized, seem to hold up well despite the game being five years old.
The Storytelling and Gameplay of Subnautica
The podcast hosts discuss the storytelling and gameplay of Subnautica, with one host finding the storytelling method of discovering the story in pieces engaging, while another host struggled with the lack of structure and direction. They also mention the importance of investing time in the game before getting any story payoff.
Gameplay Features of Subnautica
The gameplay of Subnautica involves exploration, survival elements, and crafting. The game offers a sense of wonder and excitement through discovering new biomes and materials. While the survival elements, such as managing hunger, thirst, and oxygen, add depth to the gameplay, they can also be a bit tedious. Crafting involves using a fabricator and later, a platform, to create various items, including vehicles like submarines.
Crafting, Base Building, and Escaping in Subnautica
Subnautica offers an engaging gameplay loop of exploring, collecting materials, crafting upgrades, and venturing deeper into the ocean. The game features base building, allowing players to create underwater hubs for storage and crafting. The goal is to escape the planet by discovering the mysteries of the planet and making tough decisions. While there may not be multiple endings, the sense of accomplishment in overcoming challenges and escaping the planet is satisfying.
Review and Ratings of Subnautica
The reviewers discuss their experience playing Subnautica and the main draw of the game being the mystery and exploration of alien bases. They mention that the story elements and objectives kept them engaged, but expressed some frustration with the pacing and difficulty in progressing. One host rated the game as a strong "make love" and placed it around the middle of their personal leaderboard. They also mention the possibility of revisiting the game for shorter periods of time which would still be enjoyable.
Key Points Covered
1. Initial Impressions of Subnautica and its Graphics
2. The Storytelling and Gameplay of Subnautica
3. Gameplay Features of Subnautica
4. Crafting, Base Building, and Escaping in Subnautica
5. Review and Ratings of Subnautica