Cyclops Solar Charger (Nautilus)
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- ✅ Updated 34 days after the latest game patch — actively maintained
- 🏆 #43 of 124 Vehicles and Upgrades mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This is a simple mod that does what it says. I understand there was at least one mod that did this, but there doesn't seem to be any actively maintained at the moment.
Upgrade modules are craftable at the Cyclops' onboard crafting station.
Upgrade modules are stackable like the Seamoth counterpart, so the more you have the faster the charging.
Upgrade modules cost 1 Advanced Wiring Kit and 3 Enameled Glass (can be changed in the config).
Config
A config file for this mod is created in the folder BepInEx\config after running the game once with the mod installed.
You can adjust the config values by editing the config file using a text editor.
Technical
This mod requires Nautilus.
To install this mod, first install BepInEx for Subnautica, then place the dll file in BepInEx\plugins.
You can use this tool to install BepInEx.
Source code is at https://github.com/aedenthorn/SubnauticaMods.
Adds an upgrade module for the Cyclops submarine in Subnautica, allowing its batteries to recharge when exposed to sunlight. A simple, quality-of-life mod for players who want to reduce reliance on power cells. With 237 endorsements and 16,181 downloads, it's a well-received utility.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community approval (237 endorsements) and over 16k downloads.
- Fills a real gap—no more babysitting power cells on long surface trips.
- Lightweight and focused; does exactly what it says without bloat.
⚠️ Cons
- Only works in sunlight, so deep dives still drain batteries normally.
- Last updated in late 2025; if Subnautica updates, it might break until patched.
For Subnautica players who spend a lot of time on the surface and hate swapping power cells. Also great for anyone who wants a small convenience without overhauling the game. Skip if you prefer survival challenge over QoL tweaks.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have the Cyclops upgrade console built before installing the module.
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex, let it handle the install to avoid folder mistakes.
- Test the module in Creative mode first to see how fast it charges before committing to a survival run.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Subnautica Mods
- Author
- aedenthorn
- Version
- 0.5.0
- Downloads
- 16,181
- Endorsements
- 237
- Category
- Vehicles and Upgrades
- Created
- 2/4/2025
- Updated
- 11/7/2025
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