Krafton has recently announced significant leadership changes within Unknown Worlds, the team responsible for developing Subnautica. The departures include key figures such as designer and director Charlie Cleveland, CEO Ted Gill, and co-founder Max McGuire. This shake-up raises doubts about the future of Subnautica 2, which was expected to launch in early access this year but has not been seen yet.

Steve Papoutsis, previously of Visceral Games, has been appointed as the new CEO of Unknown Worlds. According to a statement by Krafton, the aim is to inject ‘renewed energy and momentum’ into the development process. The press release included hints of previous internal tension regarding the pace of development.

Krafton expressed a commitment to meeting player expectations, emphasizing the importance of delivering a high-quality gaming experience as fans await Subnautica 2. The outgoing leaders were acknowledged for their contributions, with a statement indicating hope for their future endeavors.

As Unknown Worlds transitions to new leadership, players are left contemplating how these changes might impact the much-anticipated sequel.