Ionic Light Saber
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- ✅ Updated 6 days after the latest game patch — actively maintained
- 🏆 #92 of 192 Items mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
You will unlock the recipe the first time you pick up/ scan an ion cube.
The recipe is the same shown in the image.
Config files include customizable damage and attack distance modifier ranging from 0. 2 to 20. 0.
Currently only working in 2025 version.
A huge thanks to both Lee23 and EldritchCarMaker from SubnauticaModding Discord that helped me understand more about Unity and some nautilus utils.
This was my very first take on 3D Modelling/ SFX / VFX thing, i can hardly believe i'm finally releasing this.
V1. 1. 0 - Fixed a bug where sometimes the config multipliers wouldn't work.
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My Subnautica Mods:
GENETICA EXPANSION - DEMO
Cyclop's Modules
Ionic Light Saber
Recipe Variety
Recipe Importer
Prawn Suit Speed Modules
Stasis Rifle Upgrades
Seamoth Collision Modifiers
Melee Damage Multipliers
Ionic Light Saber is a direct upgrade to the Thermoblade in Subnautica, adding a third and final knife tier with custom sound and visual effects. Damage and reach are configurable, offering a fresh endgame tool for players who want more power. With 37 endorsements and recent updates, it's a niche but functional addition.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Configurable damage and reach means you can tailor the saber to your playstyle, whether you want a balanced upgrade or an overpowered meme weapon.
- Custom SFX and VFX make it feel like a proper endgame tool, not just a stat stick.
- Fills a real gap in the game's progression—Thermoblade is the last knife, so this gives veterans something new to craft.
⚠️ Cons
- Low endorsement count (37) means it's not widely tested—you might hit bugs or balance issues that the community hasn't ironed out yet.
- Only adds one item—if you're looking for a broader content pack, this won't scratch that itch.
For Subnautica players who've maxed out the Thermoblade and want a final, flashy upgrade with customizable stats. Skip if you prefer vanilla balance or want a larger content overhaul—this is a single-item tweak.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if your game version is compatible with the mod's last update (October 2025) to avoid crashes.
- If you're using a mod manager like BepInEx, make sure to place the mod files in the correct folder—usually 'BepInEx/plugins'.
- Test the configurable damage and reach settings in a creative save before using it in survival, so you don't accidentally make the game too easy.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Subnautica Mods
- Author
- Maxichigo-Digaoness
- Version
- v1.1.0
- Downloads
- 2,905
- Endorsements
- 37
- Category
- Items
- Created
- 10/6/2025
- Updated
- 10/10/2025
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