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Former Forza Horizon creative director reveals his studio's debut racer, which is still alive despite losing Amazon…

Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon creative director Mike Brown, has officially revealed its debut racing game, Clutch. Despite losing its publishing deal with Amazon, the studio plans to showcase a full trailer during the Summer Game Fest on June 5. The game focuses on the love of driving and features sibling racing prodigies competing in the R1K series, with an open-world component and upgradeable cars.

Blues NewsNeutral

Clutch Announced [Updated]

Maverick Games has announced Clutch, an open-world arcade driving game. The studio was formed by industry veterans and this marks their first title.

Blues NewsNeutral

Clutch Announced

Maverick Games has announced Clutch, a new open-world arcade driving game. The studio was formed by industry veterans and aims to deliver a unique driving experience.

Metro UKPositive

Forza Horizon 6 rival Clutch is by many of the same devs and the writer of Skins

Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon 5 creative director Mike Brown, has unveiled its debut title, Clutch, an open-world racing game. The game features a story penned by Skins writer Jamie Brittian and utilizes a custom version of Unreal Engine 5 for authentic car customization and driving physics. Clutch is slated for a spring 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, aiming to compete with the Forza Horizon series.

Playstation LifestyleVery positive

PS5 Getting Intriguing Open World Action Game by Xbox Veteran

Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon creative director Mike Brown, has announced Clutch, a new open-world driving action game for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game promises a cinematic narrative blending professional racing with underground chase gameplay and is set to release in Spring 2027, with more details to be revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026.

GamespotPositive

CLUTCH – Official Reveal Trailer

CLUTCH is a new story-driven, open-world racing game developed by veteran developers from Playground Games and Codemasters. The official reveal trailer for the game has been released.

CGmag OnlineVery positive

Maverick Games Announces Clutch, A Big Open-World Driving Title Set for 2027 From Former Forza Devs

Maverick Games, an independent studio led by former Forza Horizon Creative Director Mike Brown, has announced its debut title, Clutch. This open-world driving game, scheduled for a 2027 release, will blend professional circuit racing with underground street races, featuring a narrative campaign and deep car customization. The game aims to innovate within the genre with its PvPvE open-world sandbox gameplay.

Games PressVery positive

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.

GematsuNeutral

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.

Wolfs Gaming BlogVery positive

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.

Push SquarePositive

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.

Rock Paper ShotgunVery positive

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.

EngadgetNeutral

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.

IGNPositive

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.

Gaming BoltPositive

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.

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What Time Is Summer Game Fest 2026 Livestream?

The Summer Game Fest 2026 livestream, hosted by Geoff Keighley, is scheduled for Friday, June 5th, 2026. The event will begin at 5 PM EDT in North America and 10 PM BST in the UK, with a runtime of approximately two hours. Confirmed games include Among Us, Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, Blood Message, Clutch, Dead by Daylight, and Star Wars Zero Company.