Subnautica: Below Zero's latest update adds adorable robot penguin for incognito fieldwork Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Subnautica: Below Zero's latest update adds adorable robot penguin for incognito fieldwork Plus new biomes, creatures, and more. News by Matt Wales Reporter Updated on 6 Jun 2019 6 comments Developer Unknown Worlds is at it again, bolstering its standalone Subnautica expansion, Below Zero, with a brand-new update - introducing new biomes, creatures, modules, and an adorable robot penguin for undercover espionage. Well, technically, "penguin" isn't quite accurate. The icy corners of ocean planet 4546B are populated by alien fauna, so what we're actually dealing with here is a Pengling. And the spy version is as nifty as it is adorable, enabling players (while in Exploration mode) to work remotely without bothering wildlife. The device comes equipped with robot arms, for grabbing nearby objects, plus four handy storage slots. Better still, its Document mode can be used to grab sneaky photos of local fauna without disturbing their habitat - and it's even possible to snap adorable Pengling selfies. Elsewhere, Below Zero's latest update introduces a beautiful new biome in the form of Tree Spires, a "petrified forest of branching spires...with ancient formations venting mass from deep within the planet's core". Tree Spires is home to one of Subnautica's most intimidating creatures: the new leviathan-class Vent Garden. Luckily, this towering beast - which provides a home for other wildlife in its transparent dome - is a "gentle giant". Somewhat less benign are the Lilly Paddlers, which reside in the Lillypad Islands - described as "a relatively young biome expected to reach maturity in the coming months" of early access. These creatures frequently attract others, thanks to their bright colours, and while non-aggressive, will use their markings to hypnosis anyone or anything that gets too close, causing temporary confusion and disorientation. Rounding off Subnautica's Spy Pengling update are a new Teleportation Module for the ever-useful Seatruck and a buildable Precursor Tether. The latter can be carried around while exploring distant corners of the world and, once activated, will instantly teleport players back to an appropriately equipped Seatruck. A few additional tweaks and improvements are detailed on the update announcement page. Subnautica: Below Zero is expected to remain in early access for at least 12 months. But if you're eager to try it out now, it's available from Steam or the Epic Store for £15.49/$19.99 USD. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 61 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 5 Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 11 Latest Articles Digital Foundry Sennheiser's legendary HD 599 open-back headphones are just £70 at Amazon in the Prime Early Access Sale Comfortable with neutral sound and a wide sound stage. Preview Football Manager's new Console edition is the best you'll get without a PC Getting Touch-right. 1 Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 61 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store