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Krafton and Unknown Worlds founders settle Subnautica 2 legal dispute
Krafton and its subsidiary Unknown Worlds Entertainment, the developer of Subnautica 2, have reached a settlement to end a legal dispute. The agreement dismisses all pending proceedings, with Unknown Worlds continuing development on Subnautica 2 and Krafton providing support. The settlement includes bonuses for the Subnautica 2 staff, and a new CEO will be sought for Unknown Worlds.
Subnautica 2 devs win: Krafton will pay the whole team "significantly more" bonuses than previously planned, but the CEO is still leaving after a settlement
Publisher Krafton has reached a settlement with Unknown Worlds, the developers of Subnautica 2, agreeing to pay the entire team significantly larger bonuses than initially planned. This resolution follows a legal dispute where ousted executives accused Krafton of attempting to avoid bonus payments, while Krafton cited neglect of duties. Although the settlement is reached, CEO Ted Gill will be leaving Unknown Worlds.
Subnautica 2’s Legal Troubles End With Bonuses And CEO’s Exit
Krafton Inc. and Unknown Worlds Entertainment have reached a settlement to end legal disputes involving Subnautica 2's CEO Ted Gill. As part of the agreement, Gill has resigned, and the entire development team will receive bonuses in three annual installments, with further incentives tied to game updates. New leadership is being sought for the studio.
Subnautica 2 Developer's Entire Staff Get Their Bonuses After Krafton Agrees to Settlement, but CEO Steps Down
Unknown Worlds, the developer of Subnautica 2, will pay out all staff bonuses following a settlement reached between parent company Krafton and studio leadership. The settlement ensures employees receive their bonuses, though the CEO has stepped down.
Subnautica 2 Studio CEO Departs Again as Krafton Caves to Paying Promised Bonuses
Unknown Worlds Entertainment's CEO Ted Gill is stepping down again following a resolution with parent company Krafton over promised bonuses. After a legal battle, Krafton will pay over $250 million in bonuses to employees of Unknown Worlds, stemming from the acquisition in 2001 and the success of Subnautica 2, which has sold over four million copies in early access. The studio is also preparing updates for the game, including new features and improvements based on player feedback.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for May 2026 – Yoshi and the Mysterious Book cracks the top 10
Circana has released the top-selling video game list for the U.S. in May 2026. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remains a top seller at #5, while the new release Yoshi and the Mysterious Book debuted at #8. Other notable entries include 007 First Light, Forza Horizon 6, and Crimson Desert.
Why These Two Very Different Games Are Getting Rave Reviews And Attention Right Now
Mixtape and Subnautica 2 are receiving significant attention and positive reviews for their distinct approaches to gaming. Mixtape, from Beethoven & Dinosaur, offers a narrative-driven indie experience focused on music and memory, while Unknown Worlds' Subnautica 2 expands the survival and exploration formula in its Game Preview phase. Both titles are available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate across Xbox Series X|S and PC, highlighting the current diversity in the gaming landscape.
Why so many game developers don't want to use generative AI
Many game developers express strong reservations about using generative AI, citing ethical concerns, environmental impact, copyright issues, and job security risks. Despite some executives championing AI as a tool for efficiency, a significant portion of the industry views it as unproven, potentially harmful to creativity, and undesirable by players.
Subnautica 2 – Hands-On with the Co-op Ocean Survival Hype
Subnautica 2 is now available in early access, offering a co-op survival experience focused on ocean exploration and base building. The game retains core mechanics from its predecessor but introduces non-lethal defense options and a cooperative multiplayer mode. While the developer aims to preserve vulnerability, the current defensive tools require refinement, though co-op gameplay is highlighted as a major strength.
Spooky sci-fi drone roguelike Duskers 2.0 revealed
Misfits Attic has revealed Duskers 2.0, a sequel to the acclaimed spooky sci-fi drone roguelike, at the PC Gaming Show 2026. The new iteration is being developed in partnership with Stray Signal, a studio founded by Max McGuire, co-founder of Unknown Worlds Entertainment and creator of Subnautica. The game will feature procedurally generated derelict spacecraft, command-line drone control, and survival elements for the remnants of humanity.
One of Subnautica 2's ousted execs is now working on a sequel to ship-scavenging horror game Duskers
Misfits Attic and co-developer Stray Signal announced Duskers 2.0, a sequel to the ship-scavenging horror game. The new title will feature colony building and a more hopeful narrative, with a Steam early access release planned. Stray Signal is a new studio led by Max McGuire, a former lead on Subnautica 2 who was part of controversial layoffs at Krafton.
Unknown Worlds outline a bunch of incoming small Subnautica 2 updates including predator behaviour adjustments and proximity chat
Unknown Worlds has outlined upcoming updates for Subnautica 2, including adjustments to predator behavior, the addition of proximity voice chat, and improvements to the biomods system. The developer also teased the return of the Prawn Suit from the original game in a future region update.
What to expect from Subnautica 2 update 1.1
Unknown Worlds is preparing the 1.1 update for the early access survival game Subnautica 2, which will introduce new creatures, resources, a new biome called "The home of the Collector Leviathan," and the return of the Prawn Suit. This update will also include a progression and story-driven extension to the game's adventure, with Design Lead Anthony Gallegos describing it as the "scariest the game has been yet."
Subnautica 2's next region will be its "scariest" yet, but it hides the chassis we've all been waiting for
Unknown Worlds Design Lead Anthony Gallegos shared details about the upcoming first major early access update for Subnautica 2, Update 1.1. This update will introduce a new, "scariest" region featuring the Collector Leviathan and a highly requested chassis, likely the PRAWN Suit. The update also includes improvements to the Biomod system, performance, multiplayer features like emotes and proximity voice chat, and expanded player customization.
Subnautica 2's first major update "brings back one of the most requested player experiences" and will be…
Unknown Worlds design lead Anthony Gallegos teased that Subnautica 2's next major content drop for its early access version will reintroduce a highly requested player experience, likely the PRAWN Suit. The update will also feature a new region with creatures and resources, aiming to be the scariest the game has been yet, and will include quality-of-life improvements like proximity chat.
Subnautica 2 promises to add 'one of the most requested' features, but sorry, it's not a knife you can…
Unknown Worlds Entertainment is planning future updates for the early access survival game Subnautica 2, including the highly requested Prawn Suit from the original game. While a combat knife for players to kill hostile creatures is not planned, creature aggression has been balanced. The developer is also working on improving multiplayer proximity chat and adding emotes.
Unknown Worlds talk about what’s coming to Subautica 2 in Early Access
Unknown Worlds has detailed upcoming updates for Subnautica 2's Early Access period, focusing on expanding core systems, adding co-op features like proximity voice chat and character customization, and introducing new content such as a vehicle and explorable region. The developers are prioritizing player feedback, particularly regarding the game's approach to vulnerability and survival over traditional combat, aiming to improve creature encounters and player mitigation tools.
UNKNOWN WORLDS OUTLINES WHAT’S NEXT FOR SUBNAUTICA 2
Unknown Worlds has shared details on the future of Subnautica 2, focusing on improvements and new features for its Early Access period. Upcoming updates will enhance core systems, introduce social features like proximity voice chat and expanded customization, and a larger content update featuring a new vehicle and region. Player feedback is actively shaping the game's development, with the team prioritizing community input throughout Early Access.
Subnautica 2 reveals massive new update plans
Developer Unknown Worlds Entertainment has revealed plans for upcoming updates to Subnautica 2, including quality-of-life improvements, expanded customization, and enhanced co-op features like proximity voice chat. The first major content update will introduce a new region, creatures, resources, and story content, with the developers aiming for compatibility with existing saves.
'They're building real momentum and player trust' — This former Xbox exec is a big fan of recent…
Former Xbox executive Laura Fryer praises Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's strategic decisions, including the rebranding to 'XBOX' and the implementation of the Player Voice system, as smart moves to rebuild player trust and investment. She emphasizes the importance of listening to fan feedback and allowing public input to foster loyalty and passion within both the player base and development teams.
