Open-World Racing Game CLUTCH Set for Release in Spring 2027

Publisher Focus Entertainment has officially revealed CLUTCH, a new open-world racing game developed by Maverick Games. The project is scheduled to launch in spring 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

The game represents Focus Entertainment's first major foray into the open-world racing genre. The publisher is already established in the automotive space through projects such as TrackMania, SnowRunner, and RoadCraft.

Development is led by Maverick Games, an outfit staffed by racing game veterans. Notably, the team includes Mike Brown, who previously served as creative director on the Forza Horizon franchise. Focus Entertainment aims to build CLUTCH into a significant franchise, promising an open world, diverse race events, and a narrative-driven experience.

Further details about the project are expected closer to its release window, with Maverick Games and Focus Entertainment also planning additional showcases at Gamescom.