<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Subnautica 2 is officially delayed to 2026 as confirmed by publisher Krafton, following a damaging report concerning a $250 million bonus for the development team.</li><li>Krafton acquired Subnautica developer Unknown Worlds for $500 million in October 2021, with plans for an early access release of Subnautica 2 in 2025.</li><li>A recent leadership shakeup at Unknown Worlds added uncertainty to Subnautica 2's future, leading to speculation about its release timeline.</li><li>Krafton stated the delay of Subnautica 2 to 2026 was based on community feedback from playtests, emphasizing a commitment to quality over financial concerns.</li></ul>

More Drama in the Murky World of Subnautica 2 as Official Delay Confirmation Comes Hot on the Heels of Damaging Report Into Now Unlikely $250M Bonus

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