Dedicated Core
HarvestMaterialOverview
A discrete microprocessor to control complex electronic systems. Can sustain basic AI functions, in the same way an iron lung can sustain a person. Required in 3 crafting recipes: Tadpole Depth Module Mk. 2, Scout Ray Chassis, and Tadpole Haul Chassis. Its presence in multiple recipes makes it a recurring material demand throughout the early and mid game. Dedicated Core occupies the intermediate tier in Subnautica 2's crafting hierarchy, sitting between raw resources and finished equipment. Materials like this are the connective tissue of progression — without steady supply, advanced recipes stall regardless of how many blueprints you have unlocked.
Used in Crafting (3)
How to Obtain
Tips & Strategy
Required for crafting Tadpole Depth Module Mk. 2, Scout Ray Chassis, Tadpole Haul Chassis — gather extra during exploration to avoid dedicated farming trips later.
Store Dedicated Core in a dedicated Wall Locker near your Fabricator — with 3 recipes requiring it, quick access prevents workflow interruption during extended crafting sessions.
Used across multiple crafting stations (Vehicle Crafter, Modification Station) — distribute your Dedicated Core supply between stations or keep it in a central storage area.
Explore different biomes systematically to discover all Dedicated Core sources — harvested organic resources often appear near specific flora or fauna, and identifying these associations makes future gathering predictable.
When gathering Dedicated Core for Tadpole Depth Module Mk. 2, also collect Troilite and Mangalloy Ingot on the same trip — completing all recipe requirements in one expedition saves significant travel time.
Subnautica 2 Gameplay
Dedicated Core
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