Last mentioned: Mar 18, 2026
Planned Launch
Subnautica 2 is expected to enter early access on PC and Xbox.
Court Ruling
A judge orders Krafton to rehire Ted Gill at Unknown Worlds Entertainment.
The July Purge
Krafton fires CEO Ted Gill and other leaders; Subnautica 2 is delayed.
Acquisition Finalized
Krafton acquires Unknown Worlds with a deal structure including a $250M earn-out.
Subnautica 2 is slated for a May early access release following a court order to reinstate Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill. The development comes amid a high-stakes legal battle over a $250 million acquisition payout tied to performance milestones.
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