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Psychonauts Dev Now Owns All Its Games And Publishing Rights
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- Double Fine, known for titles like Psychonauts and Brutal Legend, is now independent from Microsoft and has regained full ownership of its intellectual property and publishing rights, confirmed by CEO Tim Schafer.
- Despite some games still displaying Microsoft's branding, all revenue from sales now directly supports Double Fine, helping extend the studio's financial stability.
- The studio is currently working on a significant update for its latest game, Kiln, which will include new maps, game modes, and a price reduction scheduled for next week.
- Double Fine plans to revive its internal game jam, Amnesia Fortnight, as a live event coupled with a Kickstarter campaign to allow fans to vote on future projects and provide financial support for the studio’s continued independence.
- The Kickstarter aims to fund at least one small project to ensure the studio has the necessary runway to develop new games with greater stability post-Microsoft separation.
