<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Krafton has delayed the release of 'Subnautica 2' until 2026 and removed the studio management, avoiding a $250 million studio payout.</li><li>Unknown Worlds, bought by Krafton in 2021, had plans for an early access launch of the game this year, but Krafton replaced the leadership and postponed the release.</li><li>Krafton's decision to delay the game conveniently saves them from paying the $250 million bonus to the studio if revenue targets were met in 2025.</li><li>The community and feedback were cited as reasons for the delay, but the move has faced backlash with gamers expressing dissatisfaction on platforms like the Subnautica subreddit.</li></ul>

Krafton delays Subnautica 2 into 2026 and axes its management, conveniently avoiding a $250M studio payout

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