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Subnautica 2 Gets Official Cinematic Trailer This Week | HappyGamerUnknown Worlds Entertainment has announced that the first official cinematic trailer for Subnautica 2 will be released on April 30th. This marks the first substantial content reveal since the sequel's announcement, aiming to establish the mood and world of the game. The trailer is expected to focus on atmosphere and hints at new creatures and environments, building anticipation for future gameplay reveals and a potential release window.
Hiring has begun for a new sequel, Tera 2, as Krafton eyes Unreal Engine 5 to secure a potential MMORPG hitKrafton has begun hiring for Tera 2, a sequel to the action MMORPG Tera, utilizing Unreal Engine 5. The game will retain the original's open action combat style. This development comes as other major MMORPG projects have been canceled, and Krafton, known for publishing titles like PUBG, aims to recapture success with its own MMO.
Best Science Fiction Games To Explore In 2026This article highlights some of the best science fiction games available to play, featuring a mix of well-known franchises and underrated titles. It covers games like Starfield, Doom (2016), No Man's Sky, Cyberpunk 2077, and the BioShock series, detailing their developers, release dates, and platforms.
The 39 Best Survival Games To Play In 2026This guide highlights 39 of the best survival games available in 2026, spanning various platforms and offering diverse gameplay experiences. The article details key features, developers, and release information for each title, emphasizing elements like resource management, base building, and combat.- Subnautica 2 execs retract contempt accusation and sanctions demand in ongoing Krafton lawsuitSubnautica 2 executives, including Ted Gill, have withdrawn their contempt accusation and demand for sanctions against Krafton. This action follows a previous court order for Krafton to reinstate Gill as Unknown Worlds CEO and extend the game's launch deadline. The withdrawal suggests a potential de-escalation in the ongoing legal dispute between the parties.
Fired Unknown Worlds execs withdraw claim that Krafton violated court order by announcing Subnautica 2 release dateFired executives from Unknown Worlds, along with reinstated CEO Ted Gill, have withdrawn their claim that Krafton violated a court order by announcing the early access release date for Subnautica 2. The executives initially accused Krafton of leaking the date without Gill's approval, but have now stated they no longer contend a violation occurred. The legal dispute stemmed from Krafton's firing of Gill, which a court later found to be illegal, leading to Gill's reinstatement.
Xbox Game Pass report claims you'll be able to pick which features you pay forXbox is reportedly exploring a new tiered subscription model for Game Pass that would allow users to customize their packages by selecting specific features and content. This move aims to attract more subscribers by offering a more flexible and potentially cheaper service. Recent news also includes price adjustments for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, and the removal of day-one Call of Duty releases.
'It's going to be extremely hard to repair the relationship:' The Subnautica 2 legal dispute is far from overA legal battle between Subnautica 2 developer Unknown Worlds and its owner Krafton continues following a court ruling that reinstated former CEO Ted Gill. The dispute centers on allegations that Krafton delayed the game's early access release to avoid a $250 million payout, while Krafton countersued claiming intellectual property theft. The court found Krafton illegally fired Gill, but the case is split into two parts to determine damages and the earnout obligation.
Why Gamers Secretly Crave Horror in Their Cozy GamesThis article explores the appeal of horror elements being introduced into non-horror games, citing examples like Minecraft cave sounds and Subnautica's deep-sea encounters. Developers leverage psychological contrast and trust to create memorable, surprising moments that resonate with players, blurring genre lines and potentially leading to a 'cozy horror' subgenre.- MMO Business Roundup: Steam price tracking, copycat games, and Krafton’s Subnautica 2 roleThis MMO business roundup covers several industry developments, including Valve's potential Steam price tracking feature and accusations of copycat game design against Hoyoverse's Genshin Impact and a Nintendo Switch title related to Hytale. Krafton also clarified its role in supporting the early access launch of Subnautica 2.
- Krafton removed as publisher on Subnautica 2 Steam page, will still support releaseKrafton has been removed as the publisher for Subnautica 2 on its Steam page. However, a Krafton spokesperson confirmed that the company will continue to support the game's early access launch.
- QuoteworthyKrafton has stated they are still supporting the early access launch of Subnautica 2, despite the game's name being removed from its Steam page. The article questions the implications of this removal for the game's future.
Krafton still 'supporting the early access launch of Subnautica 2' despite its name being removed from the…Krafton is still supporting the early access launch of Subnautica 2, despite its Steam page now listing subsidiary Unknown Worlds as the publisher. This change follows a period of legal dispute between Krafton and Unknown Worlds leadership regarding the game's performance goals and a potential bonus payout.
Subnautica 2 multiplayer explained - crossplay and four-player co-opSubnautica 2 will feature four-player co-op multiplayer with cross-play support between PC and Xbox. Developed by Unknown Worlds, the game is built with multiplayer as a core feature, allowing players to explore, gather resources, and build bases together. The drop-in, drop-out system enables seamless transitions between single-player and multiplayer experiences.- KRAFTON Out as Subnautica 2 Publisher?KRAFTON is no longer listed as the publisher for Subnautica 2 on its Steam store page, a change that reportedly occurred on April 7th. The article notes this development following a previous announcement where KRAFTON was confirmed as the publisher.
- Subnautica 2 quietly removes Krafton as its named publisher from digital storefrontsSubnautica 2 has quietly removed Krafton as its named publisher on digital storefronts like Steam and the Epic Games Store, with developer Unknown Worlds now listed instead. This change occurs amidst an ongoing legal battle between Unknown Worlds and Krafton, with the developer's former CEO recently being reinstated. Krafton had previously announced an early access release window for the game, which Unknown Worlds' lawyers deemed a violation of legal proceedings.
Krafton Removed as Subnautica 2 Publisher on Steam and XboxKrafton has been removed as the publisher for Subnautica 2 on Steam and Xbox store pages, with Unknown Worlds now listed as both developer and publisher. This change occurs amidst an ongoing legal dispute between Unknown Worlds' co-founders and Krafton regarding the game's delay and employee bonuses. The situation's implications for the project's future remain unclear, though an Early Access release on PC and Xbox Series X|S is still slated for May.
Krafton Drops Subnautica 2: Steam Page Shows Publishing ChangeKrafton has been removed as the publisher of Subnautica 2 from its Steam page, with developer Unknown Worlds Entertainment now listed as the sole entity. This change suggests a potential shift in publishing strategy, possibly towards self-publishing for Unknown Worlds, similar to other successful studios. The exact reasons for Krafton's departure remain undisclosed, leaving fans to speculate about the future of the highly anticipated sequel.
Subnautica 2 Steam change suggests Krafton might be out as its publisher following long legal battle and reinstatement of studio leaderSubnautica 2 is nearing an early access release, with Krafton no longer listed as the publisher on its Steam page, suggesting Unknown Worlds Entertainment will self-publish. This change follows a legal battle where Krafton was ordered to reinstate Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill, amidst allegations of the publisher attempting to avoid paying developer bonuses and prematurely leaking a release window.
Subnautica 2's Steam page no longer lists Krafton as publisher, and some weird tags have been removedKrafton is no longer listed as the publisher for Subnautica 2 on its Steam page, following a legal dispute where Unknown Worlds regained control. The game's Steam tags were also updated, with the 'hentai' tag being replaced by 'choices matter'. The game is currently slated for an early access launch in May 2026.