Yes, Subnautica 2 is very likely to come to PS5 eventually, but right now it has only been officially announced for PC and Xbox Series X|S, with no confirmed PS5 version or release date yet.

Quick Scoop: Is Subnautica 2 coming to PS5?

  • Official platforms so far: Early Access is confirmed for PC (Steam, Epic, Windows Store) and Xbox Series X|S only.
  • PS5 status: There has been no official PS5 announcement yet, and current platform lists do not include PlayStation.
  • Timing: Early Access is now expected sometime in 2026 after a delay from the original 2025 target.
  • Full release window: The studio has suggested a 2–3 year Early Access period, which would push the full release toward roughly 2027–2028 (not locked in and could move).

Why people still expect a PS5 version

  • The first Subnautica launched on PC first and only later came to consoles including PS4/PS5, following a “PC first, consoles later” pattern.
  • Articles and commentators note that the lack of PS5 right now doesn’t mean “never”; it likely reflects a focus on Early Access platforms rather than final platform list.
  • Both PS5 and Subnautica 2’s tech base (Unreal Engine 5) are compatible, so there’s no obvious technical barrier.

In other words: for now, PS5 players are sidelined during Early Access, but there’s strong reason to think a PS5 port will be announced closer to or after full release, just like the first game.

What the latest news and forums are saying

  • Coverage from gaming sites explains that PS5 “support is not announced yet” and calls that omission “worrisome,” but also speculate a PS5 reveal might come when a full release date is locked in.
  • FAQ-style breakdowns emphasize that Subnautica 2 is in a “PC + Xbox first” phase and that many fan questions about other platforms (including PS5) remain unanswered for now.
  • Community discussions echo the frustration that PlayStation is missing, but also point out that the original Subnautica followed a similar staggered rollout.

So, should you wait on PS5?

If you’re a PS5-only player:

  1. Don’t expect to play Early Access on PS5. All current info points to Early Access being limited to PC and Xbox.
  1. A future PS5 release is plausible but unconfirmed. History with the first game and industry commentary both lean toward “eventual port,” not permanent exclusion.
  1. Realistic timeline: Even if PS5 is confirmed later, it likely won’t be before the full release, which could be years after the 2026 Early Access launch.

If you have or can get access to PC or Xbox Series X|S, that’s where you’ll be able to dive in first.

Bottom note: Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.