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Steam's most-wishlisted game is out this week following a year of corporate drama that involved one of the most…Subnautica 2, the most-wishlisted game on Steam, is launching in early access this week despite ongoing corporate disputes between publisher Krafton and developer Unknown Worlds Entertainment. Krafton CEO Changhan Kim's attempt to avoid a $250 million bonus payout to studio heads, even consulting ChatGPT for advice, led to legal battles and the eventual reinstatement of a studio founder. The survival adventure game is expected to remain in early access for two to three years.
Subnautica 2 Surpasses 5M Steam WishlistsUnknown Worlds announced that Subnautica 2 has surpassed five million Steam wishlists ahead of its May 14 Early Access launch. The underwater survival adventure will feature Unreal Engine 5 graphics and will offer players a Reaper Leviathan Statue blueprint at launch.
Subnautica 2 hit 5 million Steam wishlists days before its early access launch, so "every player" gets a…Unknown Worlds Entertainment announced that Subnautica 2 has surpassed five million wishlists on Steam just days before its early access launch. To celebrate this milestone, every player across all platforms will receive the Reaper Leviathan Statue blueprint at the start of early access on May 14.
Subnautica 2 does a first, offering pre-orders and pre-loads on an early access gameUnknown Worlds is enabling pre-orders and pre-loads for Subnautica 2, an unusual move for a game launching into Early Access. This allows players to download the game up to 72 hours before its release, potentially easing server load on Steam given the game's high wishlist count. Regional pricing indicates a cost of approximately $29.99 USD.
Forza Horizon 6 - Everything To KnowThis article provides information about Forza Horizon 6, including details from its official launch trailer. It also briefly mentions other game trailers and content, such as Subnautica 2, Pragmata, Resident Evil, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, The Sinking City 2, and Mixtape.- Engagement RingP.I. for Hire has announced significant sales success for their title. Additionally, Subnautica 2 has reached 5 million wishlists, with the developers thanking their community for the milestone.
Subnautica 2 Granting Players Free Statue Upon Reaching Impressive Milestone Before LaunchUnknown Worlds announced that Subnautica 2 has reached 5 million wishlists, and as a result, all players who purchase the game will receive a Reaper Statue base decoration blueprint. The upcoming survival game, which features co-operative play, is set to release in early access on May 14th for PC and Xbox Series X|S. PC system requirements for the early access launch have also been released.
How Co-Op Multiplayer Works In Subnautica 2Subnautica 2 features co-op multiplayer for up to four players with full cross-play support between PC and Xbox. Players can host their own sessions or join friends, with shared inventories and crafting recipes for a collaborative survival experience. While some multiplayer functionality is still planned for early access, the core co-op experience allows players to complete the story together.
This week in PC games: Subnautica 2 early access, a Battlestar Galactica roguelite, and Directive 8020 disproving the old saying about space and screamingThis week's PC game releases include the early access launch of Subnautica 2 and the full release of Hotel Architect. New titles also feature the Battlestar Galactica roguelite Scattered Hopes, the horror game Directive 8020, and the tactical shooter Vultures: Scavengers of Death.
Subnautica 2 Reaches 5 Million Wishlists Ahead of Early Access LaunchUnknown Worlds announced that Subnautica 2 has surpassed five million wishlists across all platforms just days before its early access launch. All players will now receive the Reaper Leviathan Statue decoration blueprint. The game will enter early access on May 14th for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with plans to remain in that state for at least two years.- A new Subnautica 2 gameplay trailer just dropped ahead of its Early Access releaseSubnautica 2 is set to launch in Early Access on May 14. A new gameplay trailer has been released ahead of the early access period.
Sixth Station Trio Studio Ghibli in Concert Coming to San Francisco May 24The Sixth Station Trio will perform a Studio Ghibli concert in San Francisco on May 24. Several other gaming-related announcements were made, including AviaGames' partnership with the Argentine Football Association, a new trailer for War Robots, and the Gayming Awards lineup. Additionally, Invincible VS surpassed one million players, Subnautica 2 reached five million Steam wishlists, and Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes launched on PC.
Game Pass Goes Big Again – Outbound, Subnautica 2 And More Headline A Huge WeekXbox Game Pass is adding several new titles including Outbound, Subnautica 2 (Game Preview), DOOM: The Dark Ages, Black Jacket, and Call of the Elder Gods, with many launching as Day One releases. Elite Dangerous is also joining the service. However, several games will be leaving Game Pass on May 15th.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 10, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia holds on strong, Mixtape debutsThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 10, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia retaining the top spot. Newcomer Mixtape debuted in the top three download-only games. The charts list the top 30 overall games and top 30 download-only titles available on the platform.
Coming Out in gaming this week — May 11, 2026Several new games are set to release in the week of May 11, 2026, across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Highlights include the cozy life-sim Outbound, the survival horror farming sim Besmirch, and the strategy RTS Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes. Other notable releases include Directive 8020, Clockwork Ambrosia, Call of the Elder Gods, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, RoadOut, Subnautica 2, and the Soldner-X Complete Collection.
Subnautica 2 Gameplay Trailer Teases the Mysterious Tree Ahead of Early AccessUnknown Worlds Entertainment has released a new gameplay trailer for Subnautica 2 ahead of its early access launch on May 14th for PC and Xbox Series X/S. The trailer highlights the arrival on a new world, the mysterious central tree, and the new four-player co-op feature. The game will also be available on day one with Game Pass.
New Subnautica 2 gameplay teaser has just dropped and if you weren't excited before, you will be nowUnknown Worlds has released a new gameplay teaser for Subnautica 2, showcasing the environments, tools, and crafting players can expect. The game is set to launch into early access on May 14th, with a bonus in-game Reaper statue for first-week purchasers. Developers confirmed that no generative AI was used in the game's development, despite publisher Krafton's AI ambitions.- Saturday MultiplexThis article highlights official trailers for several upcoming games, including The Boss Gangster: Criminal Empire - From the Streets and The Sinking City 2. It also features an early access gameplay trailer for Subnautica 2.
- Outbound un-delays its launch by a few days to escape Subnautica 2’s releaseThe indie game Outbound has adjusted its launch date to May 11th to avoid direct competition with the highly anticipated Subnautica 2, which was originally set to release on May 14th. While the PC and Xbox versions will now launch on May 11th, the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch versions will still release on May 14th. The free demo for Outbound will be available until May 8th.
Psychedelic Roguelike Shooter Enter the Chronosphere Releases in Early Access SoonThe publishers of the psychedelic roguelike shooter Enter the Chronosphere have delayed its Early Access release from May 14th to May 25th, 2026, to avoid clashing with Subnautica 2's launch. Developed by Effort Star and published by Joystick Ventures and Gamirror Games, the game features turn-based tactics, bullet hell gameplay, and unique time manipulation mechanics where enemies only move when the player acts. The Early Access version will include five biomes with distinct challenges and procedurally generated runs.