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Subnautica business and news from across the web.- Evening InterviewsUnknown Worlds Entertainment's Subnautica 2 will feature a non-violent approach to gameplay, as explained by a developer. Separately, former Electronic Arts developers are launching a new NBA game, lamenting the decline of beloved sports titles.
Games Inbox: Will tonight’s State of Play be a good one?Readers discuss their hopes and concerns for Sony's upcoming State of Play showcase, with speculation about potential announcements and the performance of games like Grand Theft Auto 6 on less powerful hardware. Other topics include the value of early access, the future of handheld gaming devices like the ASUS ROG Ally, and the perceived state of the Xbox and PlayStation brands.- Subnautica 2 Dev Addresses 'Misunderstanding' Around Decision Not to Let Players Kill PredatorsSubnautica 2 design lead Anthony Gallegos addressed player concerns regarding the decision to disallow killing predators in the upcoming underwater survival game. Gallegos clarified the developers' intent behind this design choice, aiming to resolve misunderstandings about the game's direction.
- How to get the Feedback Resonator in Subnautica 2This guide explains how to obtain the Feedback Resonator, an item crucial for progressing through the early access content of Subnautica 2. The Feedback Resonator is identified as a key component for the endgame.
AMD Wants You To Keep Using Your Old Hardware For A Lot LongerAMD is focusing on extending the lifespan of existing PC hardware as a business strategy due to rising costs. The company is re-releasing the popular AM4 CPU, the 5800X3D, and introducing the new AM5 CPU, the 7700X3D, while committing to support the AM5 platform until 2029.
Check out the 50 most popular Steam Deck games for May 2026This article lists the 50 most popular games played on the Steam Deck during May 2026, based on data from Valve. The list includes newly released titles like Forza Horizon 6 and Subnautica 2, alongside enduring favorites such as Slay the Spire and Stardew Valley.
Steam Week in Review: 4 Backrooms games released on Steam last week, joining a list of over 500 cash-ins, parodies and…The release of a Backrooms movie has coincided with a modest influx of four new Backrooms-themed games on Steam, adding to a library of over 500 titles. While many are low-effort cash grabs, some like Escape the Backrooms, Inside the Backrooms, The Complex: Expedition, and Within the Backrooms offer more engaging experiences. Steam's top sellers list includes titles like Forza Horizon 6 and Counter-Strike 2, with Paralives showing strong interest in the life simulation genre.
Subnautica 2 early access review – underwater survival sequelSubnautica 2 has entered early access, offering a deep-sea survival and exploration experience true to its predecessors. Despite development turmoil involving publisher Krafton and developer Unknown Worlds, the sequel features a playful sense of humor, new mechanics like DNA upgrades, and improved technical performance, especially on Xbox Series X. The game also introduces four-player co-op and an intriguing mystery surrounding a vanished human population.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 31, 2026 – Mina the Hollower takes down YoshiThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 31, 2026, show Mina the Hollower debuting at number one, unseating Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. New entries Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen and Stray also made their debut on the charts.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 30, 2026 – Mina the Hollower, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5, LumenTale all debutThe latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 30, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remaining at #1. New releases Mina the Hollower, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5, and LumenTale: Memories of Trey all debuted in the top rankings.- The Stream Team: Searching for survivors in Subnautica 2Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is starting the survival game Subnautica 2 with friends, focusing on gathering resources and searching for survivors from a previous landing crew. The stream will cover the initial survival challenges and discoveries made in the game.
- Betawatch: AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity and Torebia launch into testingThis week's Betawatch roundup highlights the upcoming testing phases for AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity and Torebia, both noted for their genuine genre fandom and plucky effort. Other games entering testing include Star Citizen, which has surpassed one billion dollars in crowdfunding, and various MMORPGs like Pantheon Rise of the Fallen and Subnautica 2.
I absolutely agree with 33% of you when it comes to your choice of freaky Subnautica 2 crittersA PC Gamer writer discusses the results of a poll on favorite creatures in Subnautica 2, agreeing with the majority's choice of the Periscopic Clowncrab. The article also touches on the game's episodic format and the differing opinions of other PC Gamer staff.
Forza Horizon 6's stunning car list was brought to life with the help of the Oblivion Remastered studioVirtuos, known for its work on The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, collaborated with Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios on Forza Horizon 6. The studio contributed to the development and refinement of approximately 90% of the game's vehicles and all nine biomes. This marks Virtuos' third collaboration with Playground Games, having previously assisted on Forza Horizon 4 and Forza Horizon 5.
Subnautica 2’s Success Will Reportedly Force Krafton to Pay $250 Million BonusKrafton is reportedly set to pay Unknown Worlds a $250 million bonus due to the successful Early Access launch of Subnautica 2, fulfilling an agreement from Krafton's 2021 acquisition of the studio. The bonus was part of a performance-based deal that led to legal disputes between the companies over leadership and alleged attempts by Krafton's CEO to avoid payment. The lawsuit has since been settled, and Subnautica 2 is available in Early Access on PC and Xbox Series X/S.
Subnautica 2's botched bonus deal is about to wipe out more than one-third of Krafton's $736 million annual…Krafton is facing a significant bonus payout to Unknown Worlds principals Ted Gill, Max McGuire, and Charlie Cleveland due to the unexpectedly strong launch of Subnautica 2. The game's rapid sales have triggered a lucrative revenue-sharing deal that could cost Krafton over a third of its annual profits. This situation is linked to Krafton's previous attempts to terminate the principals, which were deemed legally questionable.- Unknown Worlds Earns Subnautica Sales BonusUnknown Worlds has reportedly earned a $250 million bonus for Subnautica 2 after meeting its sales target. The article from Korean Economic Daily highlights the success of the game in reaching its commercial goals.
- Unknown Worlds Earns Subnautica 2 Sales BonusUnknown Worlds has reportedly earned a $250 million bonus for Subnautica 2 after meeting its sales targets. The information comes from a report by the Korean Economic Daily.
- Subnautica 2 is a massive hit, so Krafton has to pay that $250 million bonus to devsKrafton is reportedly attempting to avoid paying a $250 million bonus to the developers of Subnautica 2. The bonus was tied to the game's success, which has been significant.
- Subnautica 2’s roaring success ensures that Krafton will deffo pay Unknown Worlds that $250MSubnautica 2 has achieved significant success, selling over 2 million copies in its first 24 hours, which confirms publisher Krafton will pay Unknown Worlds' former shareholders up to $250 million. This resolves a legal dispute where Krafton had delayed the game and fired Unknown Worlds' leadership, allegedly to avoid the payout. Krafton's controversial business practices, including a DMCA claim against media outlets, are also highlighted.