Subnautica 2 is about exploring deep, hostile water with the right tools, the right vehicle, and a healthy fear of what is down there. Here is our ranking for general play. As an early-access game, expect these to shift with updates.
For the interactive board with every pick linked to its wiki page, browse the full Subnautica 2 tier list.
Tool Tier List
S Tier: The Scanner unlocks blueprints from fragments so nothing progresses without it, and the Habitat Builder builds the bases that let you push deeper.
A Tier: The Survival Multitool handles most early needs, the Repair Tool keeps your gear alive, and the Bioscanner smooths exploration.
Situational: The Air Bladder is a quick escape to the surface, and the Flashlight lights early cave dives.
Creature Danger Tier List
Some creatures mean run or die. The Void Leviathan and Collector Leviathan can end an encounter in one mistake. The Marrowbreach and Hammerhead punish careless swimming, while the Nibbler is harmless chip damage.
Vehicle Tier List
The Prawn Suit is the deep-dive king, a durable exosuit that survives dangerous water and fights back. The Tadpole is the versatile starter submersible, customized through its Tadpole Modules and built on the Tadpole Chassis.
Final Thoughts
Scan everything, build a forward base, and respect the Leviathans. Use the interactive tier list to jump to any page, and explore the full Subnautica 2 wiki for the complete database.
