Early Ion Battery

subnautica — Mods & Enhancements

This small crafting mod unlocks the Ion Battery blueprint after visiting the Disease Research Facility or Quarantine Enforcement Platform, depending on the file you download. It's for Subnautica players who want earlier access to advanced power tech without grinding. With 373 endorsements and 12,917 downloads, it's a proven quality-of-life tweak.

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Syntax

Crafting

Example

Downloads: 12,917 | Endorsements: 373

💡 Notes

By DragonS315 | v1.0.0 | 373 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

If you're using a mod manager like Vortex, just drag and dro

If you're using a mod manager like Vortex, just drag and drop the file—no manual extraction needed.

Pick the file that matches the location you usually visit fi

Pick the file that matches the location you usually visit first to save time.

Check the mod's comments section for any user reports about

Check the mod's comments section for any user reports about the latest game version before installing.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Community-approved with 373 endorsements and over 12k downloads.
Gives you a solid power boost early without breaking progression.
Simple choice between two locations—pick your favorite route.

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2020—might not work with the latest Subnautica patches.
No install instructions provided by the author, so you're on your own.
Only affects Ion Battery—if you wanted more crafting overhauls, this is too narrow.

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