So, remember all that crazy drama surrounding Subnautica 2's development, with Krafton supposedly trying to sabotage Unknown Worlds and avoid paying their CEO a massive $250 million earnout? Turns out, despite all the legal battles and accusations (including some wild stories about using AI for strategy), the game not only launched but became a massive hit, selling 5 million copies! Now, Krafton is out here celebrating a "record-breaking" quarter, attributing its highest ever revenue largely to Subnautica 2's success. But here's the kicker: after all that "record revenue," they actually ended up with a net loss this quarter, mainly because they had to pay out that very $250 million earnout they fought tooth and nail to avoid! Talk about cutting off your nose to spite your face; it's hilarious to see their own success bite them back in the wallet.