“We’d love to do it”: Fan requests spark a playful reply from Double Fine, teasing a return of an iconic OG Xbox platformer
Double Fine has responded to fan requests for a Psychonauts remake with a playful tease suggesting the project could happen “one day.” The studio, owned by Microsoft since June 2019, replied on X (formerly Twitter) to fans requesting a remake in the artistic style of Psychonauts 2.
Psychonauts, the original 2005 Xbox platformer that first established Double Fine’s reputation, has remained iconic in gaming culture. Microsoft’s acquisition of Double Fine in 2019 kept the studio creatively independent while bringing it under the Xbox umbrella. The subsequent release of Psychonauts 2 in 2021 was well-received and further cemented the franchise’s association with the platform.
The new teasing from Double Fine indicates the studio has at least considered fan requests for a full remake of the original game. While no official announcement has been made, the playful response suggests openness to the idea. The continued fan enthusiasm for Psychonauts demonstrates the lasting impact of the original 2005 title and the appetite for a modernized version of this foundational platformer.