SUBNAUTICA / PROGRESSION

Seamoth Upgrade Route

Progress from the first vehicle to depth upgrades, repairs and Moonpool support.

QUICK REFERENCEFirst SubnauticaReviewed 2026-10-28Reference / noindex

OVERVIEW

Understanding Seamoth Upgrade Route

Progress from the first vehicle to depth upgrades, repairs and Moonpool support.

This is an original reference for the first Subnautica. Your current depth rating, oxygen, available tools and navigation route determine when an objective is practical. Follow actual in-game PDA and Fabricator information for any values that vary by version.

PRACTICAL APPROACH

How to use this information

Understand current depth limits before planning deeper biome trips.

COMMON MISTAKES

What to avoid

A starter Seamoth cannot enter every lower cave safely.

CONTINUE ON VOLPEDIA

Related topics and walkthroughs

GUIDESSeamoth And Moonpool Guide

Build, maintain and upgrade a reliable Seamoth

A docking module for Seamoth or Prawn Suit and an important upgrade hub.

VEHICLESSeamoth Depth Module

A vehicle upgrade family that increases the Seamoth's survivable operating depth.

TIPSWatch the Seamoth Depth Alarm

A submersible upgrade sets a real safety boundary.

PROGRESSIONEarly Blueprint Route

Use the Scanner on fragments to unlock necessary vehicle, tool and base technology.

PROGRESSIONFirst Seabase Route

Build a small powered habitat with predictable storage and fabrication needs.

PROGRESSIONLava Zone Preparation

Prepare advanced depth upgrades, thermal precautions and power for the volcanic layers.

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