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Gamedeveloper.comNeutral

Fired Unknown Worlds execs withdraw claim that Krafton violated court order by announcing Subnautica 2 release date

Fired executives from Unknown Worlds, along with reinstated CEO Ted Gill, have withdrawn their claim that Krafton violated a court order by announcing the early access release date for Subnautica 2.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.

Gamedeveloper.comNegative

'It's going to be extremely hard to repair the relationship:' The Subnautica 2 legal dispute is far from over

A 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.

EurogamerNegative

Subnautica 2 Steam change suggests Krafton might be out as its publisher following long legal battle and reinstatement of studio leader

Subnautica 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.

PC GamesNNegative

Subnautica 2's Steam page no longer lists Krafton as publisher, and some weird tags have been removed

Krafton 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.

Retro GamerNegative

Krafton's publisher status vanishes from Subnautica 2 Steam and Epic Games Store pages amid ongoing legal drama

Krafton is no longer listed as the publisher for Subnautica 2 on Steam and the Epic Games Store, following ongoing legal disputes between the parent company and former leadership at developer Unknown Worlds Entertainment. This change occurred amidst legal battles concerning leadership changes, game delays, and alleged breaches of agreement.

Rock Paper ShotgunNeutral

Krafton are no longer listed as Subnautica 2's publishers on Steam and the Epic store, following a quiet switch

Krafton is no longer listed as the publisher for Subnautica 2 on Steam and the Epic Games Store, with developers Unknown Worlds now solely credited. This change follows recent legal actions between Krafton and former studio leads, and Ted Gill has been reinstated as Unknown Worlds CEO. While Krafton's name has been removed from the publisher sections, it still appears in the 'Franchise' section on Steam.

GamespotNegative

Subnautica 2's Messy Publisher Drama Takes Another Turn

Krafton is no longer listed as the publisher of Subnautica 2 on Steam, with developer Unknown Worlds Entertainment now handling both development and publishing duties. This change occurs amidst a legal dispute between the two companies, which began when Krafton allegedly delayed the game's release to avoid a significant payout to Unknown Worlds' founders. A judge had previously ordered Krafton to reinstate CEO Ted Gill.

Gaming BoltNegative

Subnautica 2 is Seemingly No Longer Being Published by Krafton

Krafton is no longer listed as the publisher for Subnautica 2, with Unknown Worlds Entertainment now handling both development and publishing duties. This change follows a dispute over Krafton's premature announcement of the game's Early Access release window. Subnautica 2 is currently in development for PC and Xbox Series X/S.

Gaming BoltVery positive

Subnautica 2 is Doubling Down on Aliens: “You’re Going to Go Deeper Than You Could Ever Hope”

Unknown Worlds has revealed that Subnautica 2 will significantly expand on its alien lore, promising players will "go deeper than you could ever hope." The game is set to enter early access in May for Xbox Series X/S and PC. A new "Dive into the Legacy" series highlights community members, including Arytom, who transitioned from playtester to level designer for the sequel.

Games PressPositive

Unknown Worlds Announces Subnautica Free Weekend and 75% Discount Promotion

Unknown Worlds is offering a free weekend for Subnautica on Steam and the Epic Games Store from April 2-6, with a separate free play event on Xbox from April 9-12. The promotion coincides with a 75% discount on Subnautica and Subnautica: Below Zero on PC platforms and a 50% discount on Xbox. This event precedes the upcoming Early Access launch of Subnautica 2, which will feature Unreal Engine 5 visuals and optional co-op for up to four players.

PC GamerNegative

Subnautica 2 chief says Krafton is still messing with him, because the May release date announcement was news to him and…

Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill has expressed concerns regarding Krafton's announcement of Subnautica 2's May early access release, stating it was news to him and potentially sabotaged marketing efforts. This follows a legal battle where a judge ruled in favor of Gill, reinstating him as CEO and extending an earnout deadline, which Krafton's announcement seemingly disregarded.

EurogamerVery negative

More Subnautica 2 legal trouble brewing amid claims Krafton "intentionally leaked" May release without consulting reinstated CEO

Legal troubles are escalating for Subnautica 2 as developer Unknown Worlds' reinstated CEO Ted Gill accuses publisher Krafton of intentionally leaking a May early access release date without consultation. Krafton, which acquired Unknown Worlds in 2001, is accused of breaching an equity purchase agreement by terminating key employees and improperly seizing operational control. A judge had previously ruled in favor of Gill, reinstating him with full authority over the studio and the game's release.

Tech RaptorNegative

Subnautica 2 Drama Continues With Early Access Release Window Challenge

Unknown Worlds co-founders Charlie Cleveland, Ted Gill, and Max McGuire are objecting to Krafton's announcement of a May Early Access release window for Subnautica 2, alleging it was improper and risks damaging the game. Lawyers for the co-founders claim Krafton's announcement was "self-serving" and that Ted Gill should have been the one to determine the release timing and marketing. Krafton maintains its announcement was not improper, while a judge has ruled that Ted Gill must be reinstated as head of Unknown Worlds.

Retro GamerVery negative

Reinstated Subnautica 2 leadership say Krafton's release date announcement is "further damaging the game and…

The reinstated leadership of Subnautica 2 developer Unknown Worlds has criticized publisher Krafton's premature Early Access release announcement. Returning CEO Ted Gill stated that Krafton's announcement, made without community coordination or regard for the game's development, is "further damaging the game." Krafton maintains that the announcement was not improper and that Gill retains full authority over release plans.

Games IndustryVery negative

Unknown Worlds co-founders' lawyers accuse Krafton of "intentionally leaking" Subnautica 2 release date

Lawyers for Unknown Worlds co-founders Ted Gill, Charlie Cleveland, and Max McGuire have accused Krafton of intentionally leaking a memo regarding the early access release date for Subnautica 2. The lawyers claim Krafton disregarded a court judgment by allowing former CEO Steve Papoutsis to announce the May release, undermining Gill's authority and the game's community coordination.

Massively OverpoweredVery negative

Subnautica 2 execs call out Krafton’s launch memo as a ‘self-serving’ leak and contempt of court

Unknown Worlds attorneys have filed a letter asking a vice chancellor to find Krafton in contempt of court over the announcement of Subnautica 2's early access launch. They argue that Krafton's CEO, Steve Papoutsis, lacked the legal authority to make the declaration, which they claim was an intentional leak designed to circumvent the court's order reinstating Ted Gill and was made without regard for the game or community.

Rock Paper ShotgunNegative

Subnautica 2's early access release date was "self-servingly" leaked by Krafton, "further damaging the game", claim lawyers for reinstated Unknown Worlds CEO

Lawyers for Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill accuse Krafton of intentionally leaking the early access release date for Subnautica 2, damaging the game and community. Krafton's lawyers deny this, stating the memo merely celebrated employee efforts and does not alter Gill's authority over the release schedule. The legal dispute continues amidst ongoing discussions about the game's launch window.

Gaming BoltNegative

Subnautica 2 Studio CEO Calls Out Krafton for Improperly Announcing Early Access Launch Date

A dispute has arisen regarding the announced May Early Access launch date for Subnautica 2, with developer Unknown Worlds' CEO alleging that publisher Krafton improperly announced the date. Lawyers for Unknown Worlds claim Krafton's announcement was "self-serving" and caused confusion, while Krafton defends the announcement as a celebration of development milestones. The legal situation stems from a previous judgment concerning Krafton's actions towards Unknown Worlds leadership.

GamespotNegative

Reinstated Subnautica 2 Dev Says Krafton's Release Date Announcement Was Potentially "Damaging"

The legal battle between Subnautica 2 developer Unknown Worlds and its parent company Krafton continues, with Unknown Worlds' reinstated CEO Ted Gill alleging Krafton's premature release announcement for the game's early access was damaging. Krafton's lawyers dispute this, stating the announcement was merely conveying milestone review results. The dispute also involves a significant financial bonus tied to the game's release dates.

FZ.seNegative

Subnautica 2 andas ut – early access börjar i maj

Subnautica 2 is set to launch in early access in May, confirmed by developer Unknown Worlds and publisher Krafton. This announcement comes amidst ongoing legal disputes between the two companies regarding leadership changes and bonus payments. Despite the conflict, the game is highly anticipated, being the most wishlisted title on Steam.