The founders of Subnautica 2 have launched a legal case against Krafton, the game’s South Korean publisher. The lawsuit follows announcements from Krafton regarding the dismissal of the game’s leadership team, which included round accusations of nonfeasance aimed at Charlie Cleveland and Max McGuire.

Krafton asserts that its dismissal of the executives was warranted, citing concerns over management failures, particularly allegations that the team intended to withhold a significant $250 million bonus from the development staff. Cleveland, in his defense, claims these accusations are entirely false, asserting that historical profits have always been shared with their team.

This lawsuit is generating considerable support from fans on social media platforms, with many expressing their dissatisfaction with Krafton and urging others not to purchase Subnautica 2. The controversy surrounding this case and its consequences for the game’s 2026 launch is currently unfolding as further details are expected to be revealed soon.