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Subnautica 2 surpasses 5 million copies sold in 22 days, becomes Krafton's second major franchise

Subnautica 2 has sold over 5 million copies since its early-access launch 22 days ago, making it a major commercial success for publisher Krafton. The game's co-op feature has expanded its appeal beyond the existing fanbase, and Krafton now considers Subnautica its second franchise IP, signaling plans for further expansion of the series across multiple media.

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What we know

  • Subnautica 2 reached 5 million units sold within 22 days of early-access launch
  • The co-op multiplayer feature helped attract players beyond the original fanbase
  • Krafton reported record Q2 2026 earnings, with sales up 94.9% year-over-year
  • Subnautica is now classified as Krafton's second major franchise IP
  • Krafton is exploring expansion opportunities for the Subnautica franchise beyond games

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Subnautica 2