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Subnautica 2 Early Access Announced for May Following CEO’s Return to StudioUnknown Worlds Entertainment and Krafton announced that Subnautica 2 will enter early access in May for PC and Xbox Series X/S. Studio head Steve Papoutsis confirmed the game is ready for release following a delay, with added story chapters, biomes, and creatures. The announcement comes as CEO Ted Gill was reinstated following a court order, with the studio also entitled to a significant payout if certain goals are met.- Subnautica 2 might finally be entering early access in MaySubnautica 2 is slated for an early access release on PC and Xbox in May, according to a report from IGN. This follows a legal ruling that former Unknown Worlds Entertainment CEO Ted Gill should be rehired, amidst ongoing litigation between Krafton and the studio concerning performance goals and payouts tied to the game's development.
Subnautica 2 set for early access release in May as Krafton signals surrender: 'We look forward to working with Ted Gill to support a smooth transition and work toward a successful launch'Subnautica 2 is set to launch into early access in May, according to Krafton. This announcement follows a period of internal conflict at Unknown Worlds Entertainment, with Krafton signaling support for a smooth transition and a successful launch. The game's release target was confirmed in a statement that also indicated Krafton would not contest the reinstatement of Ted Gill as CEO.
A day after Unknown Worlds' ousted CEO gets reinstated, Subnautica 2 gets an early access release dateSubnautica 2 is set to launch in Early Access in May, according to developer Unknown Worlds. This announcement follows a court ruling that reinstated ousted CEO Ted Gill and other leads back into their positions at the studio, overriding publisher Krafton's previous decisions. Despite Krafton's stated disagreement with the ruling, they confirmed the internal message regarding the May Early Access release.
Subnautica 2 early access release date set for May despite lawsuit disaster: "We have passed KRAFTON's milestone review last week and are now ready to start our open development journey"Subnautica 2 is set to launch into early access in May, following a legal resolution that reinstated Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill. Publisher Krafton has approved the game for release after a milestone review, with the development team expressing pride in the final product.
Judge orders Krafton to reinstate fired Subnautica 2 devs and CEO, $250m bonus package possibleA judge has ordered Krafton to reinstate fired developers and the CEO associated with Subnautica 2, with a potential $250 million bonus package on the table. Separately, Atlus announced it will raise starting salaries and increase existing employees' base pay by 15% starting April 2026.
Atlus to raise starting salaries and increase existing employees’ base pay by 15%Atlus is increasing starting salaries and giving existing employees a 15% base pay raise. Separately, a judge has ordered Krafton to reinstate fired Subnautica 2 leads, including the former Unknown Worlds CEO, and has extended their potential $250 million bonus package.
Warner Bros. Montréal devs report layoffsWarner Bros. Montréal has reportedly seen layoffs among its development staff. Separately, a judge has ordered Krafton to reinstate fired Subnautica 2 leads, including the former CEO of Unknown Worlds, and extend their potential $250 million bonus package.
Subnautica 2 Will Finally Enter Early Access in May Following Year of Delays and Legal Drama - IGNSubnautica 2 is set to enter Early Access in May on Xbox and PC, as confirmed by developer Unknown Worlds and publisher Krafton. This announcement follows a period of legal drama between the two companies regarding alleged contract breaches and bonus payouts, which has now seen a judge order Krafton to pay a significant bonus and reinstate a key executive. The game's development has progressed with new story chapters, creatures, and biomes, and the team is preparing for an open development journey with the community.
Subnautica 2 Will Get Early-Access Release In May Following The Latest Court RulingSubnautica 2 is set for an early access release in May, with Unknown Worlds studio head Steve Papoutsis confirming Krafton's approval. This comes after a court ruling favored former CEO Ted Gill, ordering his reinstatement and extending performance bonus benchmarks. The game will be available on PC and Xbox Series X|S.
PUBG maker Krafton is an AI defense company now, signs deal with Korean aerospace firm that includes investment of up to $1 billion aiming 'to expand the physical AI ecosystem'PUBG developer Krafton is expanding into the defense sector by signing an investment deal with Hanwha Aerospace, focusing on "physical AI" and autonomous systems. Krafton aims to become an "AI-first company" by investing in GPU clusters and developing technology for defense applications, with CEO Kim Chang-han expecting the partnership to create a global defense technology firm.- Subnautica 2 lawsuit chancellor orders Krafton to reinstate OG Unknown Worlds boss Ted GillA Delaware judge has ordered Krafton to reinstate Ted Gill, former CEO of Unknown Worlds, as part of ongoing litigation concerning the development of Subnautica 2. The court found that Krafton's termination of Gill and other executives was a pretext to avoid paying a bonus for the game's timely delivery, despite Krafton's claims of incompetence and trade secret theft.
How useful is AI for coding?This article explores the utility of AI in game development coding, presenting both the advantages and disadvantages cited by industry professionals. While some developers find AI tools transformative for tasks like code navigation, summarization, and rapid prototyping, others express concerns about accuracy, understanding, and the potential for increased technical debt. The consensus suggests AI is a powerful supporting tool rather than a replacement for human programmers.- Krafton to invest $1 billion in a defence company that works with the US NavyKrafton, publisher of PUBG and The Callisto Protocol, is investing $1 billion in Hanwha Aerospace to focus on "Physical AI" and its applications in the defense sector. This partnership combines Krafton's AI research with Hanwha's industrial infrastructure. The news comes as Krafton recently lost a lawsuit against former executives of Unknown Worlds, the creators of Subnautica.
Judge Forces Krafton to Reinstate Subnautica 2 CEO After AI SchemeA Delaware judge has ordered Krafton to reinstate Ted Gill as CEO of Unknown Worlds and grant him control over Subnautica 2's release plans. The ruling criticizes Krafton's alleged use of ChatGPT to devise strategies for avoiding a $250 million bonus payment to Unknown Worlds. This decision is seen as a significant victory for indie developers facing publisher disputes.
Krafton to invest $1 billion into South Korea defense company partnered with the U.S. navyKrafton has announced a strategic alliance and investment of approximately $1 billion into Hanwha Aerospace's global AI, robotics, and defense initiatives. The partnership aims to develop and commercialize technology across various sectors, including defense, and will involve Krafton investing in a fund managed by Hanwha Asset Management. The companies plan to leverage Krafton's experience with large-scale game data and virtual worlds for physical AI training and verification, and will establish a joint venture for seamless development and commercialization.
Subnautica 2 – Delaware court orders Krafton to reinstate ousted CEO Ted Gill in dramaA Delaware court has ordered Krafton to reinstate Ted Gill as CEO of Unknown Worlds, ruling that the company breached its contract by terminating key employees without valid cause. The decision comes amid a legal battle over alleged mismanagement and bonus payouts related to the development of Subnautica 2. The court also noted Krafton's use of ChatGPT to formulate a strategy for handling the dispute.
Krafton responds to Subnautica 2 legal ruling: "we are evaluating our options as we determine our path forward"Krafton has responded to a court ruling regarding Subnautica 2, which ordered the reinstatement of the CEO and control over the game's Steam page and Early Access launch. While Krafton respectfully disagrees with the ruling and is evaluating its options, their immediate focus remains on delivering the best possible game to fans. The legal dispute stems from former executives claiming they were pushed out and the game delayed to avoid a performance-based bonus package.- Krafton ordered to reinstate fired Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill in Subnautica 2 lawsuitKrafton has been ordered to reinstate Ted Gill, the former CEO of Unknown Worlds, amidst a lawsuit. The legal dispute involves allegations that Krafton leadership used ChatGPT to devise a plan to avoid paying Unknown Worlds a $250 million bonus related to Subnautica 2.
- Court Reinstates Unknown Worlds CEOA court has ruled that Krafton must reinstate Edward Gill as the CEO of Unknown Worlds. This decision is the latest development in the corporate intrigue surrounding the development of Subnautica 2.