Overview
- A deal announced Monday makes Focus Entertainment the publisher for CLUTCH and sets a spring 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
- Maverick describes CLUTCH as a cinematic open-world action driving game set across the French Riviera that follows siblings Theo and Cass Martial as they become caught in a conspiracy between the pro R1K circuit and the underground Midnight Collective.
- Core systems unveiled in the developer overview and trailer include race-and-chase gameplay, dynamic social sandbox events, daring escapes, vehicle personalization, and experimental 'ClutchTech' mods that alter pursuit tactics.
- The studio is staffed by industry veterans including former Forza Horizon developers, Focus's deputy CEO publicly endorsed the partnership, and founder Mike Brown said Focus shares the team's creative ambitions.
- Some fans have reacted warily to gadget-equipped cars and other revealed features, and Focus's backing should broaden CLUTCH's marketing and distribution reach while leaving room to watch for gameplay demos and further details ahead of launch.