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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.
Slay the Spire 2 reveals first major patch, with "huge" balance pass, Phobia mode, and adjusted classes and cards
Mega Crit has released the first major balance patch for Slay the Spire 2 on Steam's beta branch. The update includes a significant balance pass aimed at reducing 'infinites,' adjustments to character classes like The Regent and Necrobinder, and the addition of a 'Phobia mode.' The game has seen considerable success since its early access launch, with over 3 million sales.
Rewrite Fate This Spring: Realm of Ink Joins Steam Spring Sale with Major New Update
Realm of Ink has received its "Ink-Stained Spring Update" and is available at a 10% discount on Steam until March 26, 2026. The update introduces new gameplay systems like the Affinity System, an Endless Mode, and various combat and visual improvements. The game is set to launch its full version 1.0 on May 26, 2026, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
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.
A key Monsters & Memories developer has apparently left just ahead of the June early access
Niche Worlds Cult has announced the departure of a key developer, Nick, from the Monsters & Memories development team just ahead of its June 1st early access launch. Studio head Shawn Lord stated that development and beta testing will continue as planned, with no immediate impact on target dates, though further details are restricted due to personnel matters. The news follows a delay in the weekly beta lottery due to issues with the current build.
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.
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.
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.
The jazz-drenched, narrative RPG, Moves Of the Diamond Hand, is coming to Steam EA on April 13th
Cosmo D Studios announced that its narrative RPG, Moves of the Diamond Hand, will launch into Steam Early Access on April 13th. The game is described as surreal and jazz-drenched.
The jazz-drenched, narrative RPG, ‘Moves Of the Diamond Hand’, is coming to Steam EA on April 13th
Cosmo D Studios announced that their first-person narrative RPG, Moves Of The Diamond Hand, will launch in Early Access on Steam for PC on April 13th, 2025. The game is set in a surreal, dystopian, jazz-drenched city.
Mashle Academy Codes
This guide provides working codes for the game Mashle Academy and explains how to redeem them by speaking to the Academy Assistant NPC in the Academy Dorms. It also addresses frequently asked questions regarding the game's release status, potential data wipes before public release, and mentions an upcoming tier list guide.
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.
Indie Dev Graduates Early Access After 6-Month Grind
Indie developer Tinfoil has officially graduated their game from early access after a six-month development cycle. The 1.0 release includes a new final area called Foodlabs, a new character named Celeri, and various quality-of-life improvements based on community feedback. Tinfoil plans to release stability updates followed by an endless mode expansion.
Make Movie Mayhem?! ‘ACTING OUT’ - A New Co-op Experience!
Acting Out, a new online co-op multiplayer game where players film movie scenes together, is coming to Steam Early Access later this year, with a public demo planned for April 2026. Developed by JWT PRODUCTIONS, a duo formed by Jeff Wong and Winston Tang, the game allows players to act out scripts from various genres and watch their creations in a virtual theatre.
Overthrown Launches Tomorrow with Special Go-Go Town Bundle
The city builder game Overthrown is launching into version 1.0 tomorrow, March 20th, and is partnering with Go-Go Town for a special Steam bundle offering a 10% discount on both titles. Overthrown, which features kingdom management with a unique crown mechanic for moving objects, is exiting Early Access after a successful run. Go-Go Town offers a more grounded approach to municipal management, and the bundle aims to help both indie titles reach a wider audience.
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The trailer for Moves Of the Diamond Hand, an Early Access title, was released on April 13th. The game is now available in Early Access.
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.
The sequel to the most underrated RPG of 2022 is launching in early access next month, but you can try its massive…
Moves of the Diamond Hand, the sequel to Betrayal at Club Low, is launching in early access on April 13. The developer, Cosmo D, has also released a new trailer and updated the game's demo, which offers the full first act. The game shifts to a first-person perspective and features a multi-act structure with sandbox environments.
Aethermancer, the monster-taming roguelite with 93% Very Positive Reviews (over 2000 reviews), just launched its first massive EA update today!
Aethermancer, a monster-taming roguelite with over 2000 Very Positive reviews, has launched its first major Early Access update, 'Full of Fusion'. This update introduces a new Aether Alchemist class with monster infusion capabilities, two new challenging Champion monsters (Eidos & Eidolon, and Dullahan), unlimited monster progression, and Epic Artifacts.
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.
