Forza Horizon 5 Director Leaves to Build New Racer Clutch

Mike Brown, the creative director behind the massive success of Forza Horizon 5, has officially moved on from Playground Games. He is now heading up a new studio called Maverick Games to focus on a brand new project titled Clutch. This shift marks a major transition for one of the most respected names in the racing game genre.

In a recent conversation about his move, Brown explained that the desire to build something from the ground up outweighed the safety of working on an established series. He clearly has high hopes for this project, stating that the team is aiming to create a game worthy of competing for Game of the Year honors.

Fans of high quality racing games will definitely want to keep an eye on Clutch as development continues. While the team is still early in the process, Brown’s track record suggests that his new studio is one to watch for anyone who loves open world driving games.