Spooky Subnautica
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #34 of 219 Environment mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Installation
Make sure you have BepInEx installed first!
Download the file, unzip it and drag it into your Subnautica folder. You should now have a SpookySubnautica folder inside your Subnautica\BepInEx\plugins folder, with the "SpookySubnautica.dll" file.
I'm sure this one has lots of bugs!
Added commands:
spooky reload
- Loads the configuration from config.json.
Source code on GitHub: https://github.com/Brad-is-Brad/SubnauticaMods/
There are probably bugs!
Use at your own risk!
Back up your saves!
If you submit a bug report, please include your log file! (Location: wherever steam is installed + \common\Subnautica\BepInEx\LogOutput.log)
Spooky Subnautica is a small environment mod that alters lighting and colors to make the game spookier, adding a few scary effects. With 61 endorsements and 4,647 downloads, it's a niche choice for players wanting a horror twist on the underwater survival experience.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Tiny but dedicated following (61 endorsements) — if you want a quick horror vibe, this is a low-risk try.
- Simple concept: just lighting and color changes, so it's easy to understand what you're getting.
- Decent download count (4,647) suggests it's been tried by a fair number of players.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in October 2024 — might not be compatible with the latest Subnautica patches, so check before installing.
- Only 61 endorsements — it's a niche mod, so don't expect polished, extensive tweaks.
For Subnautica players who want a quick horror twist without overhauling the game. If you're into atmospheric changes and don't mind a bit of uncertainty about what's included, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for major gameplay changes or a fully documented mod.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a lighting mod, try it on a new save or in creative mode to see the effects without risking your survival progress.
- Check the mod's comments or forum posts for any known compatibility issues with other visual mods.
- If you're using Vortex or another mod manager, install it manually by dropping files into the Subnautica folder to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Subnautica Mods
- Author
- Brad is Brad
- Version
- 1.0.0
- Downloads
- 4,647
- Endorsements
- 61
- Category
- Environment
- Created
- 10/11/2024
- Updated
- 10/11/2024
🔧 How to Install Subnautica Mods
Download from Nexus.
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