Outpost Zero — Location & Game Guide
"Outpost Zero" names two things gamers search: the abandoned Alterra research station in Subnautica: Below Zero — a key early exploration site — and a survival game of the same name. Here's both.
Outpost Zero in Below Zero
- 1An abandoned Alterra site
Outpost Zero is a derelict research station on the ice — one of the first land sites the story routes you toward.
- 2What's there
Scannable tech, PDAs with story logs, and supplies — the outpost fills in what happened to the Alterra team before you.
- 3Getting there
Head inland from the drop zone following the island chain — cold meter management matters on the walk, so carry coffee/thermal supplies.
- 4Why it matters
The site gates early blueprints and the narrative thread — most players hit it within the first few hours.
The survival game
Same name, different game
Outpost Zero is also a sci-fi survival game on Steam — base building, mechs and terraforming on an alien world.
Mixed reception
The Steam title had an uneven launch — worth checking current reviews before buying.
Multiplayer focus
The survival game leans co-op — squads build and defend together.
Which one did you mean?
Searching "outpost zero" after playing Below Zero almost always means the Alterra station — the section above covers that.
FAQ
Where is Outpost Zero in Below Zero?
Inland on the first island chain — follow the early story direction toward the derelict Alterra facility.
What do you get at Outpost Zero?
Story PDAs, scannables and supplies — plus the narrative setup for the rest of the game.
Is Outpost Zero a separate game too?
Yes — a Steam survival game with base building and mechs shares the name, unrelated to Subnautica.
Is there anything missable at the outpost?
Grab every PDA and scan while you're there — the logs feed the story and scans unlock fabricator recipes.