Games by Double Fine
Sesame Street: Once Upon a Monster Xbox 360
- 11th Oct 2011 (NA)
- 14th Oct 2011 (UK/EU)
Reviews of Double Fine Games
Review Psychonauts 2 - Bigger, Better And Crazier, Another GOTY Contender
Absolutely mental
Replaying the first Psychonauts this year felt as though we'd slipped back into our younger selves, sat in front of the TV on a Saturday morning watching cartoons. It has such a wonderful atmosphere, with characters we love, a world that's a delight to explore, and a beautiful insight into mental health that's portrayed with ease...
Review Kinect Party (Xbox 360)
Ain't no party like a Kinect Party.
Depending on when you pick it up, the decision on whether or not to get Kinect Party is a bit of a no-brainer. For a while after release day, it was available for absolutely no charge and should you have missed out, the price is 800 MSP. The product itself is also a bit of a no-brainer at times too, and while...
Review Double Fine Happy Action Theatre (Xbox 360)
The name says it all
It’s incredibly difficult to review Double Fine Happy Action Theater with a traditional review system. It’s hardly a game at all; there’s no challenge, no goal, no direction. Calling it a “game” is, honestly, hardly appropriate - it’s more of a toy than anything. Toys and games are both designed to be fun, though,...
Review Sesame Street: Once Upon a Monster (Xbox 360)
"C" is for "charming"
It’s every child’s dream to be able to play with their favourite TV characters. To them, they’re not pretend; they’re just as much a part of their reality as anything else. The talented folks at Double Fine have teamed up with Sesame Workshop to give kids the chance to play with their favourite Sesame Street monsters in...
Latest Double Fine News
Thursday7th Jul 2022
News Psychonauts 2 Physical Version Slated For Xbox This September, Bonuses Included
Hit the motherlobe
Psychonauts 2 came to Xbox last August, not too long after developer Double Fine was scooped up by Xbox Game Studios. Just over a year after launch, a physical version is set to arrive — 'Psychonauts 2: Motherlobe Edition' — featuring some extra goodies and bonus content. Here's what's included. First up, of course, you'll...
Thursday24th Mar 2022
News Psychonauts 2 Wins 'Best Narrative' At GDC Awards 2022
Double Fine has done it again!
If there's one first-party Xbox title from last year that could use with a little more love, it's got to be Psychonauts 2 by Double Fine. We absolutely loved the game ourselves, and even the head of Xbox Phil Spencer said it was "probably" his favourite title of 2021, and now it seems the absolutely crazy but...
Thursday13th Jan 2022
News Double Fine Feels Like It's 'Still Got It' After The Successful Release Of Psychonauts 2
In the words of studio head Tim Schafer
In an interview with Epic Games to promote Unreal Engine, Double Fine spoke about the significance of shipping Psychonauts 2 last year on Xbox (a game running on Unreal). Tim Schafer, Studio Head of Double Fine and Creative Director of Psychonauts 2 acknowledged how important this latest release was to the...
Friday26th Nov 2021
News Phil Spencer Says Psychonauts 2 Is Probably His Game Of The Year For 2021
"It's the best game Double Fine has ever shipped"
It's that time of the year where we're starting to see Game of the Year nominations pop up all over the place. Xbox Game Studios has had a good run so far - receiving all sorts of nominations from different ceremonies. What about the head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, though? What's his top game of the...
Wednesday3rd Nov 2021
News Psychonauts 2 Update Adds A Wave Of Quality Of Life Improvements
Perfect for achievement hunters
Psychonauts 2 is one of the best games of the year, and it's just got even better. Double Fine has released a new update that not only brings a few bug fixes but also introduces a selection of quality of life improvements. The update will prove useful for any collectable hunters out there who are still tracking down...
Thursday2nd Sep 2021
News Xbox Owners Are Falling Over Themselves With Praise For Psychonauts 2
"This has to be one of the best games I've ever played"
Psychonauts 2 launched last week and has certainly made an impression. We even gifted the game a prestigious 10/10 score for its perfect balance of gameplay and approach to mental health. It seems Xbox fans from across the world are also really resonating with the game, at least judging by the...
Wednesday25th Aug 2021
Guide Psychonauts 2: How To Unlock Photo Mode
Snap!
With every game these days, photo mode is one of the features many players have come to expect. Luckily, Psychonauts 2 has a photo mode, and while you may be inclined to try it out straight away, it's not as simple as that. It's a few hours into the game before you can unlock photo mode, and can actually be missed entirely if you're not...
Guide Psychonauts 2: How To Solve Hollis’ Hot Streak Pharmacy Mental Connection Puzzle
Another brain teaser
Having solved the Hollis Classroom Mental Connection puzzle earlier on in Psychonauts 2, you may think you're equipped to handle whatever the game has to throw at you in regards to these conundrums. We thought the same until we entered Hollis' mind again for an even tricker round. This time, you're tasked to connect multiple...
Guide Psychonauts 2: How To Find The Astronaut Ice Cream For The Scavenger Hunt
Possibly the trickiest Scavenger Hunt item to find
Throughout Psychonauts 2 you'll gain a couple of additional side missions. The first one you get will be the Scavenger Hunt side quest, and while most of the items are pretty easy to find, some are a bit trickier - the Astronaut Ice Cream is one of the most notable. This one is a bit more hidden...
Guide Psychonauts 2: How To Get A Brain For Nick
Nick a brain
A fair few hours into Psychonauts 2, after your first major mission, the game will open up with quite a few quest objectives. One is to help a character known as Nick, who is looking for a brain. While the game points you in the right direction, once there it can be a little confusing as to what you need to do, so we've broken it down...
Guide Psychonauts 2: How To Solve The Hollis Classroom Mental Connection Puzzle
Learn the ways of mental connection
The first of the new abilities you'll unlock in Psychonauts 2 is Mental Connection, a grappling hook that can be used to hook onto thoughts. You unlock the ability after entering Hollis Foresythe's brain for the first time, and while it initially may be straightforward to use, the finale of the level introduces a...
Tuesday24th Aug 2021
News Psychonauts 2 Loads Ridiculously Fast On Xbox Series X & Series S
Twice as fast as the PlayStation 5
It's no secret that Psychonauts 2 has been tailored for the Xbox Series X and Series S. Since Microsoft's acquisition of Double Fine, resources were used to create a next-gen specific version for Xbox, and the results have paid off. A new analysis from YouTuber ElAnalistaDeBit has looked into the loading times for...
News Here Are The Release Times For Psychonauts 2 On Xbox Game Pass
No need to be psychic for these times
After those incredible reviews of Psychonauts 2 yesterday, you'll no doubt be eager to jump in as soon as the game goes live on Xbox Game Pass. Fortunately, won't have to wait too long, as it's expected to arrive relatively early. As revealed by the
Monday23rd Aug 2021
Guide Everything You Need To Know About Psychonauts 2 On Xbox Game Pass
Game details, release times, pre-load info & more
Psychonauts 2 is launching this week, and if you haven't checked out our review already, you should know that it's an absolute masterpiece! Of course, with stellar reviews across the board, no doubt many Xbox owners who haven't checked out the series before will be wondering what this is all
Friday20th Aug 2021
Deals The Original Psychonauts Is Ridiculously Cheap Right Now On Xbox
Deal of the century
Psychonauts 2 is launching next week, but why not spend this weekend diving into Double Fine's original masterpiece? Up until the sequel's release, you can grab the game for a ridiculously low price of just £0.91 / $0.99 on Xbox! The deal is live right now and can be purchased via your console or the Microsoft Store. Even after...
Monday16th Aug 2021
News Psychonauts Creator Tim Schafer 'Would Love' To Remake The Original Game
"It’s possible in the future"
Psychonauts 2 is nearly upon us, with many players set to jump into the series for the first time on August 25. While the original game is also available on Xbox Game Pass, some are sceptical to go and replay it due to its age, but a remake is something the game's creator Tim Schafer has said is "possible in the...
Saturday7th Aug 2021
News Psychonauts 2 Is Now Ready To Pre-Install With Xbox Game Pass
"Play it Day One"
It's now the month of August and that means Psychonauts 2 is almost here. If you're planning on playing this new release via Xbox Game Pass, the good news is it's now available to pre-install on Microsoft's subscription service. It'll take up about 28GB of space on your system and will unlock later this month on 25th August...
Friday23rd Jul 2021
News Xbox Game Studios Acquisition Helped Make Psychonauts 2 Bigger, Says Double Fine
"To quote the age-old adage, you know, money is time"
Psychonauts 2 began as a crowdfunded venture, before Microsoft later swooped in, picked up Double Fine and dropped a boat load of cash and extra time on the project. That's what some of the game's developers said in a recent report, which revealed how the acquisition helped the studio expand the...
Wednesday21st Jul 2021
Random Tim Schafer Is Still Battling To Get All The Achievements In Brutal Legend
"I’ll do it, I’m sure. After 50 years I’ll do it"
You'd think that being the creator of a game would give you all the tips and tricks for achieving the full 1000 Gamerscore, but Tim Schafer doesn't appear to be so lucky, and is still finding it challenging to gather all the achievements over a decade later in Brutal Legend for Xbox 360...
Monday12th Jul 2021
News Psychonauts 2 Will Feature An Invincibility Mode To Suit 'All Ages, All Needs'
"All people should be able to enjoy games"
The topic of difficulty in games has been escalating over the past few years. There are two trains of thought: One is that games should have easier options to allow for more accessibility, and the other is centred around games being played the way the developers intended. It seems Double Fine is in the...
Monday21st Jun 2021
News Psychonauts 2 Dev Reports 'No Crunch' During The Development Of The Game
"The team has been amazing"
With a game that's hoping to appease fans as much as Psychonauts 2, there's undoubtedly some weighty expectations behind it. With that sort of anticipation, it can put pressure on the developers to ensure their game is perfect, and as a result, work incredibly long hours. Luckily in the case of Double Fine that doesn't...
Friday18th Jun 2021
Video Double Fine Dives Deeper Into Psychonauts 2's Story And Gameplay
With tons of new gameplay
Now we finally have a release date for Psychonauts 2, we are beginning to see a lot more of the game. The latest deep dive from the game's creator Tim Schafer gives us perhaps our most insightful look yet, spilling all the story details, and giving us a taste of the areas we'll be visiting in the game. If you want to go in...
Sunday13th Jun 2021
News Psychonauts 2 Finally Makes Its Way To Xbox Game Pass This August
Finally!
It seems all the extensive coverage of Psychonauts 2 over the past few weeks has meant something, as it's been confirmed to be arriving on August 25 for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, also available with Xbox Game Pass. Fans have long been anticipating this sequel, us included, and now we won't have to wait much longer. The trailer has us...
Tuesday8th Jun 2021
Video New Psychonauts 2 Video Highlights The Changes In The Sequel
Better, faster, stronger
If you're wondering what's new for Psychonauts 2 (hey, that rhymed!), then Game Informer has wrapped up its exclusive coverage with a quick rundown of what newcomers and old timers can expect. One of the biggest changes relates to combat. In the original, players would often just punch their way through encounters, but now...
Friday4th Jun 2021
News Psychonauts 2's Release Date May Have Been Discovered
It's sooner than you may think
Well, well, well, the cat may be out of the bag for Psychonauts 2's long speculated release date, as a recent leak on Steam may have pinpointed its exact date. As spotted by one user on Resetera, the game has appeared in Steam's coming soon section and is currently sandwiched between two games that are releasing on...
Wednesday2nd Jun 2021
News Psychonauts 2 Has Been Spotted On Multiple Ratings Boards
It's so close
Things are really ramping up for Psychonauts 2 now, as multiple sightings have seen the game being rated ahead of its launch later this year. Both a Brazilian and German rating board have both given their verdict. Twisted Voxel spotted the game on the Brazil rating board, while Twitter user Klobrille noticed the German rating, along...
Thursday27th May 2021
Random Phil Spencer Is Just As Excited As Us To Play Psychonauts 2
We're with you, Phil
We all know Phil Spencer is a huge gamer. When he's not buying studios and dropping announcements, he's usually found playing Destiny 2. But there's one particular game on his list that he's excited for. and that's Psychonauts 2. When asked on Twitte
Thursday20th May 2021
News Psychedelic Psychonauts 2 Gameplay Highlights New Psi-Power
Along with an update from Double Fine
Screenshots and gameplay for Psychonauts 2 is coming thick and fast, and we couldn't be more excited. We still have no idea when it's launching, but it seems like we're being geared up to find out soon as marketing ramps up. Game Informer are currently running coverage of the game and have recently released new...
Wednesday19th May 2021
News Woah, These Absolutely Gorgeous Psychonauts 2 Screenshots Have Us Very Excited
It's coming this year
Psychonauts 2 is coming - it really is. Double Fine has consistently promised us and finally, marketing for the game truly seems to be coming into full swing. Things have been quiet for a while outside of the odd trailer each year, but now Game Informer has providing huge coverage on the game and a ton of stunning screenshots...
News Seriously, Psychonauts 2 Really Is Being Released This Year
Double Fine is sure of it
One question Double Fine is getting asked all the time lately, is when will it be releasing Psychonauts 2? In the most recent update from earlier this month, it said this anticipated title was coming later this year, so is it? Yes, it really is! In yet another update on social media - it's mentioned how "the game" will...
Saturday15th May 2021
Feature Game Pass Gems: Take A Trip Down Memory Lane With Psychonauts
Get psyched ahead of the sequel
We could describe any level in Psychonauts and you'd probably wonder if we'd lost the plot. This is one of the most inventive, creative, and downright bonkers games out there - let alone being an excellent platformer. Originally released back in 2005, the game failed to capture an immediate audience and was quickly...
Thursday13th May 2021
News Psychonauts Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Experience Double Fine's classic platformer today
The moment many Xbox fans have been waiting for has finally arrived - yes, Psychonauts is now available to Game Pass subscribers on Xbox Series X|S and PC. If you've not played this game before, now is a great time to check out Double Fine's classic platformer. It was originally released in 2005 and...
Wednesday5th May 2021
News Double Fine Shares Three New 4K Screenshots Of Psychonauts 2
And the game looks great!
In response to supposed leaked images that weren't really "leaks" at all, Double Fine has released three brand new 4K screenshots of the upcoming Xbox release Psychonauts 2. It shared all of these shots via social media - noting how anyone who wants "some new high rez stuff" just had to ask. So, here are all three shots...
Monday19th Apr 2021
News Double Fine Celebrates 16 Years Since Psychonauts Release
Happy birthday!
16 years ago on April 19, 2005, Double Fine released Psychonauts into the world, and little did they know the fanbase it would nurture over the years. To mark such an occasion, the team has celebrated its birthday on Twitter with some nostalgic throwbacks. The truly unique platformer may not have had the biggest launch, but over the...
Thursday8th Apr 2021
News Don't Worry, Psychonauts 2 Is Definitely Still Releasing This Year
Double Fine is just "making sure it's good"
We seem to wait huge stretches between new Psychonauts 2 details, which understandably gets a lot of fans nervous. But don't worry, Double Fine has reiterated that the game is still expected to release this year. Phew! In a recent tweet from the developer, one fan asked where the game was and why it's...
Saturday3rd Apr 2021
News Double Fine And iam8bit's Day Of The Devs Showcase Returning This June
As part of the Summer Game Fest
Summer Game Fest is returning this June, and will also include the 'Day of the Devs' showcase - presented by Xbox Game Studios developer Double Fine Productions (Psychonauts 2) and collectibles and production company, iam8bit. According to Geoff Keighley, it will be a "spectacular, concentrated global showcase"...
Wednesday13th May 2020
News Three Double Fine Remasters Are Coming To Xbox This Year
Tim Schafer reveals all
Legendary game developer Double Fine has released various remasters of its classic games over the past few years, and now founder Tim Schafer has confirmed they're coming to Xbox as well. The three remasters in question are for the 90s adventure games Full Throttle, Day of the Tentacle and Grim Fandango, all of which have...
Thursday30th Apr 2020
News LinkedIn Profile Hinting At Unannounced Double Fine Game Is Reportedly Fake
Update: Bummer!
Update: Here's an update we didn't think we'd be sharing! According to website Seasoned Gaming, a representative from Naughty Dog has reached out to suggest the LinkedIn profile for Edgar Newman is completely fake. We'll update you when/if we hear anything more on this. Original Story (Thu 30th Apr, 2020 11:20 BST): Fans of...
Tuesday24th Mar 2020
News Double Fine Is Doing Its Best To Keep Psychonauts 2 Development On Track
While the team works from home
As you've probably heard, Microsoft's first-party Xbox studios have been working remotely from home for the past few weeks due to the coronavirus outbreak. This includes one of the company's most recent acquisitions, Double Fine. Up until then, Tim Schafer's team had been hard at work making Psychonauts 2 "as good as...
