Kelp Forest (Subnautica 2)

The Kelp Forest is a confirmed biome in Subnautica 2 on Planet Zezura. Its name was spotted in development file names during a dev vlog, and the biome was widely celebrated by the community.

What Is Known

The Kelp Forest features alien kelp species native to Zezura. The specific appearance, size, and properties of Zezura's kelp have not been detailed, but the biome name confirms that towering underwater vegetation forming dense forest-like environments is part of the Subnautica 2 environment palette.

Like all of Zezura's biomes, the Kelp Forest is entirely handcrafted by the environment team. Level Designer Artyom O'Rielly confirmed: "Each zone is thought through and designed by hand." The biome will feature unique creatures, resources, and environmental challenges.

Community Reception

When the Kelp Forest's name was spotted in dev vlog file names, the community response was overwhelmingly positive. The biome was one of the most requested environments, with fans expressing enthusiasm for experiencing a Zezura-native version of the biome. One community member's request captured the sentiment: "I need a big and foresty kelp forest."

What Remains Unknown

• The alien kelp species' appearance, size, and properties

• Specific creatures that inhabit Zezura's Kelp Forest

• Depth range and placement in Zezura's biome progression

• Unique resources available in the biome

• How the dynamic weather system affects the Kelp Forest

• Whether the biome is affected by the Blight