The game introduces land-based exploration with the Snowfox hoverbike and new temperature management mechanics to survive the freezing surface air.

Players dive into vibrant biomes like the Twisty Bridges and Crystal Caves, utilizing the new Seatruck —a modular submarine that acts as a mobile base.

The game officially released on May 14, 2021, for PS4, PS5, Xbox, Switch, and PC. The "HR" and Download Context

Unlike the first game's more open-ended exploration, Below Zero features a more structured storyline centered on protagonist Robin Ayou investigating her sister's disappearance.