Psychonauts 2
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Report: The “majority” of ID software and up to half of Zenimax online have lost their jobsReports indicate significant layoffs across several Xbox-owned studios, including a majority of ID Software and up to half of ZeniMax Online Studios. These cuts affect teams working on titles like The Elder Scrolls Online, with roadmaps expected to shift. Other studios like Compulsion Games and Double Fine are reportedly going independent.
Independent again: Double Fine and Compulsion react to leaving Xbox and taking all their games with themDouble Fine Productions and Compulsion Games are returning to independent development after being let go by Microsoft as part of Xbox restructuring. Both studios will retain ownership of their games, including Psychonauts 2, Keeper, and South of Midnight. This move follows a period of significant layoffs and strategic shifts within Xbox.
Double Fine documentary’s bittersweet epilogue highlights need for safe workplacesAn epilogue to the Double Fine Psych Odyssey documentary highlights the need for healthier workplace environments in game development. It examines how leadership, including CEO Tim Schafer, grappled with past issues and the impact on employees like Anna Kipnis, emphasizing lessons learned to foster a more supportive culture.
IO Interactive Layoffs: Xbox Pulls Project Fantasy Funding — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & GuidesIO Interactive is continuing work on Project Fantasy despite Xbox pulling its funding, and will now seek alternative funding or self-publish. This is part of a larger "reset" at Xbox under new CEO Asha Sharma, with reports indicating several studios like Ninja Theory, Compulsion Games, Undead Labs, Arkane, and Double Fine are in talks to avoid closure. Xbox is reassessing its investment priorities to better fund its existing franchises and ensure a reliable pipeline of exclusive content.
Kojima Productions’ OD Remains Safe Ahead of Xbox Reset – RumorDespite recent rumors of potential studio closures and layoffs at Xbox, Kojima Productions' upcoming horror title OD is reportedly safe. This comes as other studios like Ninja Theory, Undead Labs, Compulsion Games, Double Fine Productions, and Arkane Lyon face uncertain futures. OD remains Kojima Productions' primary focus for 2026.
Xbox cuts rumoured to be the ‘largest single layoff event’ in gaming historyReports suggest that Xbox is planning a significant round of layoffs, potentially the largest in gaming history, impacting multiple studios including Undead Labs, Ninja Theory, Compulsion Games, and Double Fine. Game designer George Broussard claims to have inside information indicating widespread studio closures and job cuts across the Xbox division following the end of its fiscal year.
New Senua Game Reveal Used as a Way to Sell Ninja Theory to SuitorsMicrosoft reportedly used the reveal of a new Senua game at the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 as a strategy to attract potential buyers for the Ninja Theory studio. This move was allegedly made while Microsoft was already planning to sell or shut down the developer, aiming to increase investor interest by showcasing a confirmed project.
Xbox Game Studios-chef lämnar – efter 20 månaderCraig Duncan, head of Xbox Game Studios, has resigned after only 20 months, with chief of staff Louise O'Connor also departing. This follows recent news of potential studio closures and layoffs within Microsoft's gaming division. The departures occur amidst a strategic shift for Xbox, including price adjustments to Game Pass and a re-evaluation of multi-platform releases.
Xbox to shut down at least three game developers and no one is safeXbox is reportedly planning to shut down at least three game development studios, including Ninja Theory, Compulsion Games, and Double Fine, as part of a broader 'reset' and layoffs within Microsoft's gaming division. Ninja Theory is reportedly seeking a new buyer, while Compulsion Games and Double Fine are in negotiations to become independent. This follows previous studio closures and layoffs at Xbox, such as Tango Gameworks and The Initiative.
Several studios at risk of closure amid Xbox restructuringSeveral internal Xbox studios, including Double Fine, Compulsion Games, and Ninja Theory, are reportedly at risk of closure or being shut down as part of a global restructuring. These studios are in discussions with Xbox to potentially go independent or secure their future. This move follows previous closures of Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin and comes as Xbox shifts focus to major IPs like The Elder Scrolls and Fallout, amidst broader industry challenges including layoffs at Ubisoft.- Report – Major layoffs to hit Xbox as CEO claims it is “not in a healthy spot”Xbox is reportedly planning significant layoffs next month as new CEO Asha Sharma aims to "reset the business," which she described as "not in a healthy spot." These cuts are expected after June 30th and will be accompanied by reduced marketing budgets and other cost-saving measures. Sharma also indicated a need to reconsider the "Project Helix" business model due to the AI chip crisis and stated that the platform's current infrastructure is not optimized for future challenges.
The new Bubsy is better than I expected, but its hackneyed '90s nostalgia is exhaustingThe new Bubsy 4D game from Fabraz and Atari offers surprisingly robust 3D platforming mechanics, allowing for complex aerial maneuvers. However, the game is heavily weighed down by its exhausting and cringeworthy '90s nostalgia, particularly its hackneyed humor and nonsensical level design, making it difficult to recommend despite its gameplay potential.
Kiln Review – Half BakedKiln, a new competitive multiplayer title from Double Fine Productions, attempts to fuse creation and destruction through a unique pottery system where players customize pots and then destroy them in PvP matches. Despite its intriguing premise and Double Fine's signature narrative flair, the game suffers from unbalanced abilities, a lack of modes, and performance issues on PC, making its gameplay loop tedious and repetitive. The article suggests that while the art direction and sound design are commendable, Kiln ultimately feels like an awkward experiment with a gameplay loop that quickly becomes tiresome.
Games Inbox: What is the best multiplayer video game in 2026?Readers discuss their current multiplayer game experiences, with some finding recent titles like Marathon and Arc Raiders too demanding. Topics include the overwhelming nature of Marvel Rivals, interest in Rainbow Six Siege and Warframe, and speculation about the future of PlayStation exclusives with the upcoming PlayStation 6.
The Best Xbox Game Pass Games In 2026This guide highlights the best games available on Xbox Game Pass in 2026, covering a wide range of genres from roguelites to open-world adventures. It details different subscription tiers and provides brief descriptions of each recommended title, including recent additions and critically acclaimed games from previous years.
Half-Life 2 writer Erik Wolpaw says some people at Valve are looking at AI tools, but he's not "worried about AI taking over creative writing" anytime soonValve writer Erik Wolpaw stated that while a small group at Valve is exploring AI tools, he is not concerned about AI replacing creative writing in the near future. He believes current AI is still incapable of producing compelling storytelling and that its application in simulating character reactions in games is an area worth investigating.
60+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Refreshed Spring SaleThe PlayStation Store's Spring Sale is ongoing until April 22, 2026, featuring over 60 discounted PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games. The article highlights recommended titles that have received high scores and are at their lowest prices, including "Metaphor: ReFantazio," "Resident Evil 4," and "Hades."
Kiln, the Next Game From Psychonauts Studio Double Fine, Has an April Launch Date and Steam Open Beta - IGNDouble Fine's Kiln, a multiplayer party brawler where players create characters from pottery, is set to launch in April. The game will have an open beta on Steam from April 9-11, followed by a full release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S on April 23. Kiln originated from a 2017 game jam and was previously revealed during an Xbox Developer Direct.- Samsung promises 120 games will be playable via its glasses-free 3D monitor tech by the end of the yearSamsung announced that 120 games will be playable via its glasses-free 3D monitor technology by the end of the year, up from the current 60 titles. The company also revealed a partnership with CD Projekt Red to integrate its HDR10+ Gaming standard into Cyberpunk 2077.
New Video Game Releases in Week 49 of December 8, 2025This article lists new video game releases for the week of December 8, 2025, across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. It also details free game offerings for December 2025 on PC, mobile, Xbox Game Pass, and PlayStation Plus. Notable releases include Skate Story, Pokemon Legends: Z-A: Mega Dimension, and Terminator 2D: No Fate.