Subnautica Development Team Changes: Krafton Fires Leading Unknown Worlds Staff
On June 2024, Krafton, the parent company of Unknown Worlds Entertainment, officially terminated the leading development team responsible for the Subnautica series. The decision took place at Unknown Worlds headquarters in San Francisco, following internal restructuring aimed at shifting the companys strategic focus. According to an official statement from Krafton, the move was intended to realign resources towards new projects and optimize operational efficiency.
The affected team members included key figures who contributed to the creation and ongoing development of Subnautica and its sequel, Below Zero. Krafton emphasized that while the current Subnautica titles will continue to receive support, future installments or expansions may see changes in development direction under new leadership.
This restructuring has sparked discussions within the Subnautica community regarding the future of the franchise and the impact on ongoing content updates. Krafton has pledged to maintain transparency and provide updates as new plans are finalized.
Source: Official Krafton announcement, June 2024
Image credit: Unknown Worlds Entertainment
