Ex-Forza Horizon Leads Reveal Cinematic Open-World Driving Game Clutch
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Maverick Games has officially revealed Clutch, an open-world action-driving game led by former Forza Horizon developers, arriving on PC and consoles in Spring 2027.
Summer of Gaming just gave us our first major look at Clutch, an ambitious open-world action-driving project from developer Maverick Games. Revealed during the recent IGN showcase, the title is spearheaded by former Forza Horizon Creative Director Mike Brown alongside a team of veterans from that same acclaimed franchise. Scheduled for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC in Spring 2027, the debut trailer positions the game as a cinematic powerhouse built for modern hardware.
While arcade racers and track simulators have long dominated the conversation, Maverick Games is aiming higher with a blend of open-world exploration and high-stakes action driving. Given the studio's pedigree, players can expect top-tier vehicle handling married to a narrative-driven experience. The team is clearly leaning into the cinematic side of traversal, promising a sandbox where the driving mechanics carry the same weight as the action set pieces.
For a community that spends countless hours cruising open maps in social sessions or watching content creators push physics engines to the limit, a fresh take on the open-world driving genre is a welcome sight. We still have a bit of a wait ahead of us with a Spring 2027 launch window, but the talent behind the wheel makes this one of the most intriguing reveals of the season. You can check out the full reveal trailer over at IGN South Africa.
Tags: Clutch, Maverick Games, Racing Games, Open World, IGN
Original article: IGN South Africa