Let's hope for the best for the Subnautica franchise
Honestly, Subnautica is one of my favorite franchises. It really captures the fear of the deep sea. You can feel both the fear and the excitement of discovering new things. The flora and fauna are unique.
However, the aliens are a part of the story I didn't like. They're a bit like a stain in the pool. The flora and fauna of Subnautica are very diverse, but the alien structures feel out of place and add unnecessary lore to the game.
But I found Subnautica incredible. It gave me sensations that no game before had, because I'm not usually afraid of the deep, but this game made me feel like I was really there. Subnautica Below Zero doesn't quite have that same impact.
The developers are doing a fantastic job. Subnautica has defined a generation and continues to thrive. I hope the second installment will be just as good as the first.