Subnautica 2 launches soon after lengthy legal dispute
Subnautica 2 is set to launch in early access on May 14, 2026, for PC and Xbox Series X/S, following a legal dispute between Unknown Worlds executives and its parent company Krafton. The game's release was delayed from 2025 amid leadership changes and a lawsuit over a $250 million bonus tied to performance targets. Despite the turmoil, the development team continued progress and plans regular updates throughout early access, which is expected to last two to three years.
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