Double Fine has announced that Thank You Bus Driver launches in just over two weeks, bringing its chaotic rule-enforcement bus driving to players. The game emerged from Amnesia Fortnight 2026, a Kickstarter-backed game jam that has already raised $592,000 against a $400,000 goal with three days remaining.
Double Fine CEO Tim Schafer confirmed the studio now owns the IP and publishing rights for its entire catalog following its separation from Xbox, meaning game purchases directly fund the independent studio. The Psychonauts developer also revealed details on its 2026 pottery multiplayer game Kiln and an Amnesia Fortnight Kickstarter launching August 31.
Microsoft's "reset" memo has cast a shadow over several Xbox studios and games. Notably, the Forza Motorsport franchise has been cancelled, and The Outer Worlds series has been discontinued due to poor sales of The Outer Worlds 2. Studios like Compulsion, Ninja Theory, and Double Fine are in negotiations, putting titles like Psychonauts, Senua (Hellblade series continuation), and South of Midnight at risk.
In a shocking industry move, renowned studios Double Fine, Ninja Theory, and others are reportedly seeking to spin off from Xbox Game Studios. This potential exodus could significantly impact the gaming landscape, affecting upcoming titles and the studios' creative freedom. The reasons behind this move are currently undisclosed, sparking widespread speculation among gamers and industry insiders.
Double Fine, the acclaimed studio behind Psychonauts and recent release Kiln, has filed a union petition with the CWA, seeking recognition from Microsoft. This move reflects the growing unionization trend in the U.S. games industry. With 42 workers involved, the studio's future within Microsoft's portfolio is under scrutiny.
Double Fine, the Xbox-owned studio behind Psychonauts 2, has filed to unionize with the CWA, seeking protections amid significant strategy shifts under new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma. The move includes all 42 employees and comes as Xbox undergoes sweeping changes, including alterations to Game Pass and leadership overhauls. This unionization reflects a growing trend among Xbox-owned studios.
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