# Subnautica2Maps Distribution Queue

Collected: 2026-05-21T13:18:11Z
Site: https://subnautica2maps.com
Status: first Reddit wave partially executed after Mengjian approval
external_posts_published:true
approval_required:false
execution_log: data/subnautica2maps/distribution-execution-log.md

## Operating constraints

- Do not publish, comment, reply, DM, or submit externally before Meng Jian approval.
- Prioritize game/player-intent channels over AI directories.
- Answer first, link second. No standalone spam.
- Keep disclaimer: fan-made, not official, Early Access data can change.
- Do not overclaim exact coordinates; emphasize source/confidence notes.
- Use UTM links where possible; exact UTM can be adjusted before posting.

## Recommended first batch: 5 actions

### 1. Reddit existing help thread — silver location

- Channel: Reddit / r/subnautica
- Target URL: https://www.reddit.com/r/subnautica/comments/1td2jpt/where_to_find_silver_subnautica_2
- Fit score: 9/10
- Intent: player stuck on silver; directly matches `/resources/silver/`.
- Angle: answer the silver question with practical location hints, then add the map as an optional checklist.
- Draft copy:
  ```text
  Silver is usually easiest around Camp One / Old Habitat routes north of the lifepod, especially cave areas rather than open terrain.

  I also put together a fan-made Subnautica 2 resource map/checklist here if it helps: https://subnautica2maps.com/resources/silver/?utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=community&utm_campaign=cold_start

  It keeps source/confidence notes visible because Early Access location info is still changing. Corrections welcome.
  ```
- Reference copy: `data/subnautica2maps/cold-start-pack.md`, Reddit comment style.
- Risk notes: subreddit may treat fresh link comments as self-promo; only post if account has context and the answer is useful without the link.
- Needs owner approval: approved by Mengjian in Telegram topic 5867
- Status: published
- Published URL: https://www.reddit.com/r/subnautica/comments/1td2jpt/comment/on1x8yk/

### 2. Reddit existing discussion — in-game map need

- Channel: Reddit / r/subnautica
- Target URL: https://www.reddit.com/r/subnautica/comments/1tecpsl/subnautica_2_needs_an_in_game_map
- Fit score: 8/10
- Intent: players discussing lack of in-game map; matches interactive map positioning.
- Angle: acknowledge the design debate, offer fan-made map as external companion rather than asking game devs to change design.
- Draft copy:
  ```text
  I get why the game avoids a built-in minimap, but for resource backtracking I still wanted an external checklist/map.

  I made a fan-made companion map here: https://subnautica2maps.com/map/?utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=community&utm_campaign=cold_start

  It is intentionally not official and tries to show confidence/source notes so Early Access data does not look more certain than it is.
  ```
- Reference copy: `data/subnautica2maps/cold-start-pack.md`, short community post.
- Risk notes: map debate can be polarizing; avoid sounding like “the game is wrong”.
- Needs owner approval: approved by Mengjian in Telegram topic 5867
- Status: published
- Published URL: https://www.reddit.com/r/subnautica/comments/1tecpsl/comment/on1xgin/

### 3. Steam Community discussion — existing interactive map thread

- Channel: Steam Community / Subnautica 2 General Discussions
- Target URL: https://steamcommunity.com/app/1962700/discussions/0/844006106470597118
- Fit score: 8/10
- Intent: thread already discusses interactive map alternatives; strong contextual fit.
- Angle: add Subnautica2Maps as another option focused on resource pages, confidence labels, and checklist-style use.
- Draft copy:
  ```text
  Adding one more fan-made option for anyone comparing maps: https://subnautica2maps.com/map/?utm_source=steam&utm_medium=community&utm_campaign=cold_start

  This one focuses on quick resource lookup pages, black boxes/POIs, and visible source/confidence notes because Early Access data is still moving. Not official; feedback/corrections welcome.
  ```
- Reference copy: `data/subnautica2maps/cold-start-pack.md`, short community post.
- Risk notes: Steam requires login; thread already has competing map links, so keep tone non-combative and avoid “better than”.
- Needs owner approval: approved by Mengjian in Telegram topic 5867
- Status: blocked_by_steam_discussion_posting_permission
- Observed: Steam account `xjtumj` logged in. Community profile setup was attempted and the original `set up your community profile` prompt disappeared, but the target discussion then showed `Your account is not allowed to post in Subnautica 2 discussions. Visit Steam Support for more information.`
- Next action: use a Steam account allowed to post in Subnautica 2 discussions, or have Mengjian manually inspect/resolve the Steam Support restriction before retrying.

### 4. YouTube guide comment — ChemicalApes silver guide

- Channel: YouTube comment / creator audience
- Target URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTbpYEKI3x8
- Fit score: 7/10
- Intent: silver guide viewers are likely to need a companion checklist/map.
- Angle: thank the creator, add a companion resource only if comments allow useful links.
- Draft copy:
  ```text
  Helpful route. For anyone cross-checking silver/copper spots while playing, I made a fan-made Subnautica 2 resource map/checklist: https://subnautica2maps.com/resources/silver/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=comment&utm_campaign=cold_start

  It keeps confidence/source notes visible since Early Access locations may change. Happy to fix anything inaccurate.
  ```
- Reference copy: `data/subnautica2maps/cold-start-pack.md`, Reddit comment style adapted for YouTube.
- Risk notes: YouTube may hide link comments; consider creator outreach instead of public comment if account trust is low.
- Needs owner approval: approved by Mengjian in Telegram topic 5867
- Status: blocked_by_unstable_comment_ui
- Block reason: Google `/sorry/index` cleared, but desktop comments remained skeleton/spinner only; mobile comments did not expand; hidden textarea observed with `maxlength=140`, not safe to treat as a normal YouTube top-level comment box. No forced publish attempted.

### 5. YouTube guide comment — all resources guide

- Channel: YouTube comment / creator audience
- Target URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLaN5399U3E
- Fit score: 7/10
- Intent: all-resource viewers match map/resource locator use case.
- Angle: position as searchable companion to video guide, not a replacement.
- Draft copy:
  ```text
  Nice resource roundup. I built a fan-made searchable map/checklist for Subnautica 2 resources and POIs here: https://subnautica2maps.com/map/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=comment&utm_campaign=cold_start

  It is meant as a companion while playing: silver/copper/sulfur pages, black boxes, POIs, and confidence/source notes for Early Access changes.
  ```
- Reference copy: `data/subnautica2maps/cold-start-pack.md`, X/community variant.
- Risk notes: Same YouTube link-filter/spam risk; only one YouTube comment should be tested first if Meng Jian wants a conservative rollout.
- Needs owner approval: approved by Mengjian in Telegram topic 5867
- Status: not_attempted_after_unstable_youtube_comment_ui

## Defer / not first wave

- Product Hunt: fit score 2/10. Not a SaaS/AI tool; defer.
- AI directories: fit score 1/10. Wrong audience; defer.
- Hacker News / Show HN: fit score 4/10. Only use if framed as a technical writeup about provenance/confidence in EA game data.
- X/Twitter: fit score 5/10. Useful for personal-brand visibility, but lower player intent than Reddit/Steam/YouTube.
- V2EX / Chinese communities: fit score 3/10. Better for build-in-public recap than first-wave player acquisition.

## Execution checklist after approval

1. Confirm which 3-5 targets Meng Jian approves.
2. Confirm posting account/login availability for Reddit, Steam, and YouTube.
3. Re-check each community rule/page context before posting.
4. Publish no more than 1-2 comments per platform on day one.
5. Record published URL, timestamp, UTM, and observed replies in `data/subnautica2maps/moyun-distribution-baton.md` or a follow-up log.

## Next inputs needed

- Steam account with Subnautica 2 discussions posting permission, or Mengjian manually resolving the Steam Support restriction from the target discussion prompt.
- YouTube first comment via Mengjian foreground browser, or switch to creator outreach / X / additional Reddit targets instead of continuing automated comment attempts.
- 24h monitoring for Reddit replies/removal on published comment URLs.