Psychonauts Dev Now Owns All Its Games Made Under Xbox And Their Publishing Rights: ‘Buying Any Of Our Games Helps Support The Studio’

===Psychonauts Dev Reclaims Its Past: Double Fine Now Owns All Its Games!===

[Double Fine’s Tim Schafer discusses the studio’s independence and ownership of its IPs.]

In a monumental shift for independent game development, Double Fine Productions, the legendary studio behind Psychonauts, Knights and Bikes, and countless other beloved titles, has officially regained full ownership of its intellectual property and publishing rights. This means that every game developed by Double Fine, from the quirky charm of Costume Quest to the psychedelic adventure of Psychonauts 2, is now firmly in the studio’s hands.

A New Chapter for Double Fine

The news, revealed by CEO Tim Schafer during a recent appearance on Kinda Funny Games Daily, marks a significant turning point for the studio. “Everything, we got back,” Schafer explained. “The transfer of the IP came back to us. All, we have the publishing rights back to our games.” While some titles may still bear the “Microsoft” branding due to prior agreements, the future is bright for Double Fine and its ability to control its own destiny.

This newfound independence allows Double Fine to directly benefit from the sales of its entire catalog. As Schafer emphasized, “When people buy our games, it supports the studio.” This direct support is crucial as Double Fine navigates this new era, allowing them to invest in future projects and continue delivering innovative gaming experiences.

A Beloved Tradition Returns: Amnesia Fortnight Kickstarter

[Double Fine’s Amnesia Fortnight game jam, now with a Kickstarter component.]

In another exciting development, Double Fine is bringing back its iconic internal game jam, Amnesia Fortnight! This time, however, it will be accompanied by a Kickstarter campaign. This innovative approach allows fans to directly influence the games that Double Fine ultimately develops, fostering a deeper connection between the studio and its community. The goal is to secure funding for a small Kickstarter project, providing Double Fine with the financial stability needed to pursue other ambitious endeavors.

Looking Ahead: Independence and Innovation

[Double Fine’s logo, symbolizing the studio’s creative spirit.]

Acquired by Microsoft in 2019, Double Fine released critically acclaimed titles like Psychonauts 2, Keeper, and Kiln before being part of a larger restructuring within Xbox. This move to regain independence was accompanied by layoffs last month, but the studio remains committed to its creative vision. The news that Double Fine now owns its IP follows a similar announcement from Compulsion Games, who revealed that their upcoming title, South of Midnight, is being self-published and owned by the studio.

With full ownership of its games and the return of Amnesia Fortnight, Double Fine Productions is poised to embark on a new chapter filled with innovation and creativity. This is fantastic news for fans eager to see what amazing experiences the studio will create in the years to come!

Source: Kotaku