“Predatory as hell” Subnautica 2 EULA sets $50 max damage payout limit, bans VPN use, and has fans very concerned
Subnautica 2’s End-User License Agreement has attracted significant backlash from players after discovery of several controversial clauses. The EULA includes a $50 maximum liability cap for user damages and a prohibition on VPN usage, among other restrictions designed to protect the developer and publisher from potential legal issues, copyright infringement claims, and exploitation of game bugs.
The questionable terms have sparked widespread concern within the gaming community, with players sharing and discussing the EULA online, particularly on platforms dedicated to game preservation and consumer rights. Critics have characterized some of the clauses as “predatory,” raising questions about the fairness of limiting liability to just $50 regardless of actual damages sustained by users, as well as the justification for banning VPN access.
These types of restrictive EULA provisions reflect broader industry tensions between developers seeking legal protection and player expectations around privacy rights, account security, and consumer protections. The controversy highlights ongoing debates in gaming about the balance between corporate interests and fair consumer practices, particularly as studios implement increasingly complex licensing agreements to mitigate business risks.