Subnautica 2's Shocking EULA: No VPN, No Lawsuits, Fan Art Belongs to Krafton

One of Gaming's Worst EULAs

Krafton's EULA for Subnautica 2 has ignited a firestorm in the gaming community after players combed through its terms and surfaced a series of shocking clauses. The Reddit post exposing the agreement topped 10,000 upvotes on r/pcgaming, reflecting the scale of the backlash.

The Most Controversial Clauses

• VPN ban: Players are prohibited from using a VPN while playing the game.
• Fan art ownership: Any related artwork created by players becomes Krafton's intellectual property.
• No lawsuit clause: Players must waive their right to a judge and jury trial.
• Image protection: Tarnishing Krafton's public image is grounds for account termination.
• Social norms provision: A vague clause prohibiting behavior that goes against undefined "social norms."

Fuel for Stop Killing Games

The Stop Killing Games campaign, which advocates for legislation preventing publishers from arbitrarily deactivating purchased games, has held up Subnautica 2 as a textbook example of the industry's troubling direction regarding player rights.

The Subnautica franchise has long been beloved for its indie roots and player-first ethos. Since Krafton acquired developer Unknown Worlds in 2021, the community has watched its trajectory with increasing concern. With Subnautica 2 still in development, many are hoping Krafton will address these terms before launch.