Fix Thermoblade (BepInEx)
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #85 of 456 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
The latest update to Subnautica fixes the thermoblade's graphics. There is new behavior where the thermoblade does more damage to harvestable plants and cause a lower yield of seeds and plants than the knife. This makes this behavior go away.
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Fixes the Thermoblade in Subnautica so it no longer reduces plant yields when harvesting. A straightforward gameplay fix for players who use the Thermoblade for harvesting. With 422 endorsements and 16,724 downloads, it's a well-received utility mod.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 422 endorsements and over 16k downloads.
- Simple, focused fix that addresses a specific gameplay annoyance.
- Lightweight and likely compatible with other mods since it only tweaks the Thermoblade.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in December 2023 — may not be compatible with the latest Subnautica patches.
- Requires BepInEx, which adds an extra setup step for players unfamiliar with mod loaders.
For Subnautica players who use the Thermoblade for harvesting and are tired of getting fewer resources from plants. If you're a completionist or survivalist who wants efficient farming, this fix is a must-have. Skip if you don't use the Thermoblade or if you're not comfortable installing BepInEx mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure BepInEx is installed correctly and the mod file goes into the BepInEx/plugins folder.
- Check the mod's compatibility with your game version after updates, as it was last updated in 2023.
- If you're using other mods that affect harvesting, test them together to ensure no conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Subnautica Mods
- Author
- deciusmagnus
- Version
- 3.0.0
- Downloads
- 16,724
- Endorsements
- 422
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 7/22/2020
- Updated
- 12/29/2023
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