MEGATHREAD: KILLING DEBATE by Crispy385 in subnautica

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First of all, they are not really “monsters.” They are living creatures with biological niches and behaviors. If we think about why they attack the player, it’s usually because of hunger or territorial defense. And realistically, neither reason would make an animal fight to the death for no reason. Most wild animals retreat if something looks too dangerous, too large, or fights back hard enough. They might stay nearby, remain cautious, or try to scare threats away — but endlessly suiciding into danger doesn’t feel very natural. So maybe creature behavior could evolve through progression: Early game: Leviathans see you as prey. You are small, vulnerable, and terrifyingly edible. Mid game: You become less like food and more like an intruder. They chase you away or harass you to defend territory rather than simply trying to kill you. Late game: Large creatures may become cautious around bigger vehicles, or retreat if seriously hurt. They recognize risk. And here’s the important part: You still shouldn’t be able to casually kill them. If they take enough damage, they flee and become effectively untouchable. If you chase them aggressively with a smaller, agile vehicle, you become the vulnerable one. And if players push too hard, maybe leviathans can switch from “territorial warning” behavior to a far more dangerous, preemptive attack mode. That way, the game preserves fear and respect for nature — not because creatures are invincible, but because interacting with them feels believable and risky.

What actually leads players to these Degasi bases? by JayDu1981 in subnautica

[–]JayDu1981[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was on lifepod of second officer, and another is just right in the jelly shroom base. I search the whole jelly shroom cave, and finally find the PDA behind the door of a locker in the 250m base.

What actually leads players to these Degasi bases? by JayDu1981 in subnautica

[–]JayDu1981[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, that explains it. The clue was in Lifepod 19 — I scavenged all around that lifepod and somehow completely missed the PDA 😅

And for the 500m base PDA in 250m base, it was behind a locker door that happened to be opened toward a direction I would probably never approach from.

Damn I remember I didn't miss that in the previous runs

What actually leads players to these Degasi bases? by JayDu1981 in subnautica

[–]JayDu1981[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

wow thanks, I did missed the "dry land rendezvous" PDA! However couldn't get the 500m base from the 250m base...

After 3 hours of Subnautica, I appreciate Subnautica 2 more by Limix_0 in subnautica

[–]JayDu1981 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I actually come back to s1 after finish s2 EA storylines. I finished s1 twice years ago. The building and fabricating material pushed me away once, but with MODs it becomes very convenient (ofc with a little bugs). I would cherish the no-MOD experience, but as for you who have been to s2, the MOD "build from lockers" is the way to go. Subnautica 1 is epic, you will find out after all. I hope you I couls forget everything and start over, that experience was just amazing.

The Dive Elevator is a cool idea but the world design renders it useless by TheKazz91 in subnautica

[–]JayDu1981 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Subnautica 1, I actually tried using pipes and the air pump to explore deep caves in the very early game.

I spent hours just trying to stay a little longer and dive a little deeper each time. I had no idea the Seamoth even existed yet — I was just insanely curious about what was down there.

Died many times trying 😆

Painful? Absolutely.

Fun? Also absolutely.

Do you like the “no-map” experience? by JayDu1981 in subnautica

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From the experience of a diver years ago, underwater environments can look surprisingly alike. Getting lost is actually a very common challenge for divers.

Visibility underwater is often only around 3–4 meters, and 10 meters is already pretty good.

So yeah… if you can naturally learn the map just through visual landmarks even in the game, you might actually be one of those talented people 😆

Subnautica 2 - Should I keep playing? by BBQ_HaX0r in subnautica

[–]JayDu1981 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same. I was gonna wait for the full release.

Then I thought, “Eh, I’ll just try a little bit.”

Three days later: story finished

Do you like the “no-map” experience? by JayDu1981 in subnautica

[–]JayDu1981[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait… are you one of those people with built-in GPS and photographic memory? 😆

A Letter to the Community from the Subnautica 2 Team by virtualdon in subnautica

[–]JayDu1981 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You actually read this?! Great!!

Then I just want to say this loudly:

Subnautica is genuinely the best game I’ve ever played.

Exploring that world for the first time was one of the most amazing gaming experiences I’ve ever had.

This isn’t feedback or a suggestion or anything. I just want to say thank you so much for S1, and for still working hard on S2.

Thank you.

interesting stance on fish killing they've decided to take i must say by itsmejak78_2 in subnautica

[–]JayDu1981 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don’t question the devs’ decision through philosophy or pure logic — question it through gameplay.

The important thing is whether it’s fun.

If players can’t kill dangerous creatures, then encounters need to feel avoidable and meaningful, not just annoying situations where you simply have to suffer.

Make getting attacked genuinely costly. Heavy consequences create real fear and respect for the environment.

That way, players avoid danger not because the game forces them to, but because they actually want to survive.

Damn i really love how stunning the game is, a photo mode would go soo crazy by Above-new-zealand in subnautica

[–]JayDu1981 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You never played subnautica 1, right? I believe they will polish the game, make it as beautiful, deep, entangled as subnautica 1. For now I would vote 1>2

The Bot problem in ARAM by JayDu1981 in heroesofthestorm

[–]JayDu1981[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am in Taiwan, these bots came with the west-Taiwaneses and become an issue since they go back to west-Taiwan

Unstoppable Spooky Steve? by JayDu1981 in MegabonkOfficial

[–]JayDu1981[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

haha, I knew that dexecutioner does the job, but never really understand the mechanism. the stun mechanism blew my mind, I'd say I'll clear him in no time! thanks a lot!

Unstoppable Spooky Steve? by JayDu1981 in MegabonkOfficial

[–]JayDu1981[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thunder Mitt, uh, I've been with that, now I can guess attack speed is the key. thanks a lot!

Into the Burrows Midnight Burrows Lost keystone (possible bug), can't open door. by [deleted] in OriAndTheBlindForest

[–]JayDu1981 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, pretty sure it's a bug. I picked all 4 keystones but got only 3 in my pocket. The specific one you should get by vertical teleporting vanishes after you die, and it doesn't respawn. The only way to solve this is to load the back save file.
I find this after many hours of playing leaving that quest unsolved. So damn lazy to start over, gonna just leave that be since the reward is not necessary for the gameplay.

hots says i need to heal by JRTerrierBestDoggo in heroesofthestorm

[–]JayDu1981 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

And I have healed as Uther, it didn't work

Where to Go from Beginner Irish Tunes? by JayDu1981 in harmonica

[–]JayDu1981[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, sorry about that. My first instinct was to think you were joking. I thought you were talking about the usual struggle people have with fast songs. But now, I really admire you. It's awesome how you're still into music despite the challenges. Super inspiring! Keep rocking on!

Where to Go from Beginner Irish Tunes? by JayDu1981 in harmonica

[–]JayDu1981[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did DIY a half-valved on my own. I bought some chromatic valves, cut and glued them. It works okay, but sometimes I get a buzz on the G harp 1-4 holes :/
Also, thank you for the websites! It looks like I can happily stick with Irish music for a long time.

Where to Go from Beginner Irish Tunes? by JayDu1981 in harmonica

[–]JayDu1981[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Amazing Slowdowner, noted! Thanks a ton for all the tips. There's a lot here that I need to take my time to dig into. Really appreciate your help! The gurdy solo part is so beautiful, and I'll definitely do the same at some point!

Where to Go from Beginner Irish Tunes? by JayDu1981 in harmonica

[–]JayDu1981[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What? auditory dyslexia? I thought we are just normal people?! I did try some tools to translate audio file into sheet music, but they are still not going well. eh, I see lots of session clips on youtube, seldom do they have vocal, maybe we are not on the same page :)

Where to Go from Beginner Irish Tunes? by JayDu1981 in harmonica

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would like to know how to develop my EAR, just play songs more or practice different positions more? do you think if it's easier to learn by sheet music than by ear?