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Pengacara: Inara dan Insanul Tidak Berhubungan Intim Suami-Istri
Lawyers for Inara Rusli and Insanul Fahmi deny allegations of marital relations, stating that while a religious marriage may have occurred, no intimate relationship took place. The defense claims that CCTV evidence presented is edited and does not prove adultery.
Subnautica 2 quietly removes Krafton as its named publisher from digital storefronts
Subnautica 2 has quietly removed Krafton as its named publisher on digital storefronts like Steam and the Epic Games Store, with developer Unknown Worlds now listed instead. This change occurs amidst an ongoing legal battle between Unknown Worlds and Krafton, with the developer's former CEO recently being reinstated. Krafton had previously announced an early access release window for the game, which Unknown Worlds' lawyers deemed a violation of legal proceedings.
Krafton Removed as Subnautica 2 Publisher on Steam and Xbox
Krafton has been removed as the publisher for Subnautica 2 on Steam and Xbox store pages, with Unknown Worlds now listed as both developer and publisher. This change occurs amidst an ongoing legal dispute between Unknown Worlds' co-founders and Krafton regarding the game's delay and employee bonuses. The situation's implications for the project's future remain unclear, though an Early Access release on PC and Xbox Series X|S is still slated for May.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ashes of Creation’s Steven Sharif says leaked ledger is an ‘effort to litigate this dispute in the public domain’
Steven Sharif of Intrepid Studios addressed a leaked ledger concerning Ashes of Creation, calling it an attempt to litigate a dispute publicly. He denied misappropriation of Kickstarter funds and personal misuse of company money, stating the project is funded through multiple sources including personal capital. Sharif claims the leaked information is false, defamatory, and selectively presented to create a false narrative, with active litigation already underway.
Disco Elysium developer Studio ZA/UM launches Zero Parades: For Dead Spies in May 2026
ZA/UM has announced its new game, Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, is set to launch in May 2026. This announcement comes amidst an ongoing legal battle between ZA/UM and original Disco Elysium designer Robert Kurvitz and artist Aleksander Rostov.
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.
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.
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'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.
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.
Subnautica 2 early access release date set for May after shock legal verdict
Subnautica 2 is set to enter early access in May 2026, according to Unknown Worlds CEO Steve Papoutsis. This follows significant legal disputes between owner Krafton and former leadership, including CEO Ted Gill, regarding development control and bonuses. A judge ruled in favor of reinstating Ted Gill and extending bonus conditions, though Krafton is evaluating its options.
Subnautica 2 Early Access Announced for May After Legal Battle
Unknown Worlds Entertainment and Krafton announced Subnautica 2 will launch in Early Access in May for PC and Xbox Series X/S. Studio head Steve Papoutsis stated that additional development time has allowed for more biomes, story chapters, and features. This follows a legal dispute between Unknown Worlds and Krafton regarding the game's readiness and a bonus payment, which has now resulted in Ted Gill's reinstatement as CEO.
Judge orders Krafton to reinstate fired Subnautica 2 devs and CEO, $250m bonus package possible
A judge has ordered Krafton to reinstate the former CEO of Unknown Worlds and other fired Subnautica 2 leads. The ruling also mandates the extension of their potential $250 million bonus package.
Judge orders Krafton to reinstate fired Subnautica 2 devs and CEO, $250m bonus package possible
A judge has ordered Krafton to reinstate fired developers and the CEO associated with Subnautica 2, with a potential $250 million bonus package on the table. Separately, Atlus announced it will raise starting salaries and increase existing employees' base pay by 15% starting April 2026.
