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Double Fine Responds to Microsoft Closure Rumors With Nervous Emoji

Daniel Cross 1 min read

Double Fine Productions responds to rumors that Microsoft is closing the studio. The team posted a nervous emoji as Xbox pursues cost- cutting measures.

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Reports indicate that Microsoft is considering closing Double Fine Productions, along with Compulsion Games and Ninja Theory. These potential closures aim to cut costs and reset the Xbox business model for long-term sustainability.

Studio posts nervous emoji amid reports of Xbox restructuring and potential shutdowns

Double Fine Productions, known for titles like Psychonauts, has responded to these rumors on social media. The studio’s official BlueSky account posted a nervous emoji in reaction to the growing speculation about its future.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella stated that Xbox needs to becom

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e a sustainable business with improved monetization strategies. This strategic shift drives the current restructuring efforts within the gaming division.

Other studios mentioned in the reports, including Compulsion and Ninja Theory, have remained silent on social media regarding the rumors. The lack of official comment from these teams leaves their status uncertain as the situation develops.

We touched on Double Fine Workers File to Unionize in our earlier Microsoft coverage. This context highlights ongoing labor discussions within the studio prior to the current closure reports.

Source: PCGAMESN

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