The entire staff at Unknown Worlds, the studio behind the upcoming Subnautica 2, will receive their bonuses following a settlement between studio leadership and parent company Krafton. This resolution comes after an initial decision by Krafton to withhold these bonuses.
Details surrounding the initial dispute and the terms of the settlement have not been fully disclosed. However, the agreement ensures that the development team will be compensated as expected. Alongside the bonus settlement, the CEO of Unknown Worlds has stepped down from their position.
This situation highlights the complexities of corporate structures in game development, particularly when studios operate under larger publishing entities. The successful resolution ensures continued morale and focus for the Subnautica 2 development team.