Subnautica 2 has leaked just 48 hours before its official launch date, with pirated versions appearing on gaming forums. This follows the recent leak of Forza Horizon 6, which reportedly originated from a game reviewer breaking NDAs. Screenshots and gameplay clips from the leaked Subnautica 2 have surfaced online despite the original source being taken down.

The Reddit community suggests the Subnautica 2 leaker obtained access through reviewers, mirroring the Forza Horizon 6 situation. These leaks raise concerns about industry practices, as publishers might stop providing early codes to reviewers. This would leave consumers with fewer quality assessments before purchasing games, potentially impacting informed buying decisions.

Unlike the Forza situation, Unknown Worlds has enabled preloading for paying customers ahead of the May 14 launch. The developer has remained silent on the leak, while Capcom faced similar issues with Resident Evil Requiem earlier. Game companies now face balancing security with providing advance access to media outlets.