Maverick Games’ New Open-World Driving Game Will Be Revealed in Under 12 Hours
Maverick Games, an independent studio founded by Mike Brown (the creative director behind Forza Horizon 5), is set to unveil its new AAA open-world action-driving game on June 2, 2026, at 11am London BST—marking a significant milestone for the young developer. The reveal will be accessible to viewers across multiple time zones: 6am EDT, 3am PDT, and 8pm AEST.
The studio has been building anticipation through an unconventional marketing campaign, hosting a countdown livestream broadcast from within a modified Fiat Multipla positioned inside their Leamington Spa headquarters. The team has incrementally released promotional materials including screenshots and cryptic clues hinting at potential in-game features and the game’s setting.
This announcement comes against the backdrop of industry complications for the project. Earlier in 2026, Amazon—which had previously agreed to publish the game—withdrew from the publishing deal, leaving Maverick Games’ plans in flux. The nature of the new publishing arrangement, or whether the studio is self-publishing, remains unclear ahead of the official reveal.
The project represents an ambitious undertaking for an independent studio and builds on the credibility of its leadership. Brown’s previous work on the hugely successful Forza Horizon franchise demonstrates his expertise in crafting compelling open-world driving experiences. With the reveal imminent, industry observers will be keen to see how Maverick Games’ debut title positions itself within the competitive racing and action-driving genre.