According to the latest news, Krafton agreed to extend the cashing period of $25 million in the Unknown Worlds studio development team due to the extension of "Deep Sea Trek 2".Behind this bonus storm is an escalating legal tug-of-war.

When Krafton acquired Unknown Worlds for US$500 million in 2021, it agreed that if the performance target is achieved, the studio will also receive an additional share of US$250 million in 2026.But before the payment deadline, Krafton suddenly fired the studio's two co-founders and CEOs and announced that the Deep Sea Trek 2 would be postponed to 2026.

Krafton claimed the decision had nothing to do with funding, accusing former management of "neglecting their duties."The fired executive immediately filed a legal lawsuit.As internal development documents leaked, the incident took a dramatic turn.Now things seem to be starting to benefit the development team.

Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier revealed that 10% of the $250 million share was originally scheduled to be allocated to 40 core employees."When Krafton announced the game's delay, the development team was worried that the performance target would not be achieved, and the bonus could go to a silence," Schreier explained in the report.

The latest progress shows that Krafton has agreed to extend the bonus redemption period until next year in response to the game extension.Schreier also confirmed: “Krafton promised to pay a portion of the bonus in 2026’s profit share in advance, and all Unknown Worlds employees will receive this year.”

The final direction of the dispute involving allegations of default remains unclear, but it is foreseeable that the incident will continue to ferment.