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MAVERICK GAMES REVEALS CLUTCH, A CINEMATIC OPEN-WORLD ACTION-DRIVING GAME WHERE THE PRO CIRCUIT AND UNDERGROUND STREET RACING COLLIDE, LAUNCHING IN SPRING 2027
Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon creative director Mike Brown, has revealed its debut title, Clutch, an open-world action-driving game set to launch in Spring 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game blends cinematic narrative with underground street racing and pro circuit competition, featuring a deep vehicle customization system and a dynamic PvPvE world.
Maverick Games announces open-world action driving game Clutch for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Maverick Games, an independent studio founded by former Forza Horizon creative director Mike Brown, has announced Clutch, an open-world action driving game. The title is slated for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Former Forza Horizon Devs Announce Clutch, A “cinematic open-world action-driving game.”
Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon developers, has announced its debut title, Clutch, a cinematic open-world action-driving game set for a 2027 release. The game will feature a strong narrative focus, extensive car customization, and detailed car damage modeling. The studio aims to offer a fresher take on the genre, differentiating itself from the Forza series.
Clutch Is a New PS5 Open World Racer from Ex Forza Horizon Devs
Maverick Games, a studio founded by former Forza Horizon developers, has announced its debut title, Clutch. This cinematic open-world action-driving game is set to release on PlayStation 5 in Spring 2027. The game will feature both traditional circuit races and sandbox gameplay with high-stakes pursuits, built on Unreal Engine 5.
Former Forza Horizon devs reveal Clutch, an open-world racer that blends classic battles for first place with the gadget-infused spectacle of action movie car chases
Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon 5 creative director Mike Brown, has revealed Clutch, a new story-led open-world racing game. The title blends traditional racing with action movie-style car chases and features in-depth visual customization options, including interchangeable parts and interior details.
Clutch is an open-world driving game from the former creative director of Forza Horizon
Maverick Games has announced Clutch, a new open-world driving game. The title is being developed by the former creative director of the Forza Horizon series.
Forza Horizon and Need for Speed Meet in Maverick Games’ Debut Driving Project
Maverick Games has revealed its debut AAA title, Clutch, an open-world action-driving game. The project draws inspiration from established franchises like Forza Horizon and Need for Speed.
Maverick Games’ New Open-World Driving Game Will Be Revealed in Under 12 Hours
Maverick Games is set to reveal its first project, a AAA open-world action-driving game, in less than 12 hours. The title is being led by Mike Brown, the former creative director of Forza Horizon 5.
Clutch is Maverick Games’ Open-World Narrative-Based Driving Game
Maverick Games has officially unveiled Clutch, its open-world narrative-based driving game. Developed using a custom version of Unreal Engine 5, Clutch emphasizes the connection between car and driver, featuring a story about racing prodigies and the underworld. The game is slated for a Spring 2027 launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with more details expected at Summer Game Fest 2026.
Ex-Forza Horizon Devs Poised to Reveal New PS5 Racer Prior to Sony's State of Play
Maverick Games, a studio founded by ex-Playground Games director Mike Brown, is set to reveal its new PlayStation 5 open-world racing game on June 2nd. The studio, which includes other former Forza Horizon creatives, is working on a narrative-driven racer. While initially funded by Amazon, the studio is now independent, and there is speculation about a potential partnership with Sony, especially given the PlayStation 5's lack of exclusive racing titles outside of Gran Turismo 7.
Maverick Games Teases a Trailer With a Livestream of a Countdown
Developer Maverick Games has begun teasing an upcoming trailer for its narrative-led open-world driving game, with a livestream countdown currently set for over five days. The studio, founded by former Playground Games veterans, previously had a publishing agreement with Amazon Games, which was terminated earlier this year. Maverick Games is now in discussions with other publishers and expects to share more information later this year.
Amazon is downscaling cloud video game service Luna
Amazon is significantly scaling back its cloud gaming service Luna, discontinuing individual game purchases and access to third-party stores like EA, GOG, and Ubisoft. Existing direct purchases will cease to function on June 10 without refunds. This strategic shift follows departures from Amazon Game Studios and a broader company focus on core strengths, including a re-launch of Luna and a partnership for the Tomb Raider franchise.
Amazon Luna Will No Longer Support Third-Party Stores or Subscriptions on June 10th
Amazon Luna will discontinue support for third-party storefronts and subscriptions, including EA App, Ubisoft Connect, GOG, Ubisoft Plus, and Jackbox Games, on June 10th. The cloud gaming service will exclusively offer titles through its own Luna Standard and Premium tiers. This change follows other recent shifts in Amazon's gaming division, including the departure of Amazon Game Studios head Christoph Hartmann and the loss of a publishing deal for Maverick Games.
Stellar Tactics Released
The turn-based sci-fi RPG Stellar Tactics, developed by Maverick Games, has officially launched on GOG.com and Steam. The game follows a period of Early Access and is available with a 10% launch discount for a limited time.
'STELLAR TACTICS' AVAILABLE NOW
Maverick Games has released Stellar Tactics, a turn-based RPG featuring deep character customization, squad-based combat, and open-world space exploration across over 160,000 star systems. The game is available now on PC platforms including Steam, GOG, and Humble. Stellar Tactics was developed by solo indie studio Maverick Games, founded by Don Wilkins.
'STELLAR TACTICS' 1.0 LAUNCHES MARCH 30 2026
Maverick Games announced that Stellar Tactics will launch out of Early Access on March 30 for PC platforms including Steam, GOG, and Humble. The turn-based RPG features deep character customization, strategic squad-based combat, and open-world space exploration across over 160,000 star systems.
Maverick Games reveals first screenshot of new AAA driving game
Maverick Games has revealed the first screenshot of its upcoming AAA driving game. In separate news, mobile developer Halfbrick has laid off 41 employees, citing a challenging period for the games industry and organizational priorities.
Forza Horizon Devs Undeterred as Maverick Games Hunts New Publisher
Amazon Games has ended its publishing deal with Maverick Games, a studio founded by former Forza Horizon 5 creative director Mike Brown. Despite losing Amazon's backing, Maverick Games is actively seeking a new publisher for its narrative-led open-world racing game, with development reportedly progressing strongly.
Amazon pulls the plug on ambitious racing game project from former Forza Horizon devs, but stresses the 'flexibility' to find a more suitable publisher
Amazon Game Studios has ended its publishing agreement with Maverick Games, a studio founded by former Forza Horizon developers. While development of Maverick's debut open-world driving game will continue, the studio is now seeking a new publishing partner. Amazon also announced a partnership with Crystal Dynamics for two new Tomb Raider games.
Amazon ditches open world driving title from Maverick Games
Amazon Game Studios has terminated its publishing agreement with UK studio Maverick Games for its upcoming open-world driving title. The decision is part of Amazon's strategic evolution to focus on projects leveraging its unique strengths. Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon team members, is now seeking a new publishing partner.
