Double Fine has laid off 23 staff members after regaining its independence from Xbox maker Microsoft. We are committed to supporting each affected person as best as we can, and we thank them for their hard work and commitment to the creative spirit we cherish here at Double Fine." Double Fine was acquired by Microsoft in 2019 and has released multiple titles under the Xbox Game Studios banner including Psychonauts 2, Keeper, and Kiln. Earlier this month, however, Microsoft confirmed it was severing ties with Double Fine (and other studios)—paving the way for the company to return to independence. Game Developer has reached out to Double Fine for more information.