2 Player Productions and Double Fine Productions present Double Fine PsychOdyssey, an unprecedented documentary experience seven years in the making. Ten years after the release of their flagship video game Psychonauts, Double Fine Productions returns to its most celebrated franchise with Psychonauts 2. Now facing the pressure to produce a worthy sequel, the studio must confront overly ambitious designs, poor morale, technical challenges and financial woes, all during a turbulent span of time for the world. Double Fine PsychOdyssey is the direct continuation of the acclaimed series Double Fine Adventure, and offers even deeper insight into the passion, humor, and heartbreak of video game development.
Cast: Tim Schafer, Eric Barone
Season 1
33 episodes
1. The Color of the Sky in Your WorldOn the ten-year anniversary of Psychonauts, Double Fine veterans reflect back on the turbulent production. Tim decides it might be time to return to the Psychonauts universe...CC43minFeb 10, 2023
2. Not in the CardsThe studio kicks off development of the Psychonauts VR game that will bridge the gap between the original Psychonauts and its sequel.CC35minFeb 10, 2023
3. Awesome ToyboxRhombus of Ruin gets a pair of new project leads. Tim invites his most trusted artists to the studio to help brainstorm for Psychonauts 2.CC30minFeb 10, 2023
4. Bringing Back PsychonautsThe studio prepares to announce Psychonauts 2 on a new funding platform, creating both fresh opportunities and complications.CC20minFeb 10, 2023
5. You’re Public NowPsychonauts 2’s funding campaign is in full effect, but Double Fine finds itself confronting criticisms of previous projects in order to move forward.CC24minFeb 10, 2023
6. Creative PromisesTim and new lead designer Zak lock themselves in a conference room for months, attempting to define the gameplay and story of Psychonauts 2.CC35minFeb 10, 2023
7. We’ll Know Where It IsIt's a surprising day at the studio as a beloved team member shares personal news.CC35minFeb 10, 2023
8. A Couple Years of a Lot of WorkThe Psychonauts 2 team staffs up with both veteran team members and new hires, while attempting to create a prototype of the game experience.CC48minFeb 10, 2023
9. One ShotDouble Fine hires a rookie designer and longtime studio fan to kick off development of a new game level.CC51minFeb 10, 2023
10. Bittersweet GravityJames finds his footing with the team and Psychonauts 2's first mental landscape takes shape.CC36minFeb 10, 2023
11. Not Doing the TypicalDespite the previous breakthrough, the team struggles to impress Tim, who pushes for even stronger concepts. Meanwhile, Amnesia Fortnight draws near.CC38minFeb 10, 2023
12. Amnesia FortnightIt's time for Amnesia Fortnight, a two-week game jam meant to invigorate the studio.CC1 h 4 minFeb 10, 2023
13. I Made a GameLeaders and team members reflect on the highs and lows of the most recent Amnesia Fortnight.CC25minFeb 10, 2023
14. Surface TensionFrustration from Amnesia Fortnight carries back over into Psychonauts 2 as the team struggles to see eye to eye on the execution of the newest level concept.CC37minFeb 10, 2023
15. Hard to Get OldTim celebrates his 50th birthday while publisher Starbreeze puts pressure on the team with an impending visit.CC44minFeb 10, 2023
16. Written into a CornerA new art director is hired to help smooth out the relationship between the art and design teams.CC39minFeb 10, 2023
17. The Heart of Double FineTim's reception of a major award is made bittersweet by the departure of a founding Double Finer.CC36minFeb 10, 2023
18. What Good Looks LikeFollowing a major departure from the studio, the team is forced to examine their own processes or risk losing more vital team members.CC40minFeb 10, 2023
19. I Want More of ThatA wave of new hires changes the team dynamics at Double Fine and generates fresh ideas for Psychonauts 2.CC40minFeb 10, 2023
20. Brainstormed OutAsif is given the task of adapting his Amnesia Fortnight project into a full-fledged Psychonauts level.CC28minFeb 10, 2023
21. Much More Drastic ThingsWith time and money running out, Zak struggles to find the path forward.CC1 h 2 minFeb 10, 2023
22. Quite an AdventureThe team is shattered and reformed just as they face an uphill battle with delivering their first playable demo for the public.CC37minFeb 10, 2023
23. Always be ClosingTim struggles to balance his new role as project leader amongst a team of strong personalities.CC36minFeb 10, 2023
24. Best TeethThe team wraps up their playable demo and has a blast showing the game off to the public for the first time.CC26minFeb 10, 2023
25. A Different BeastTim steps up his involvement after some high profile exits from the studio, bringing major changes to the project.CC48minFeb 10, 2023
26. The Amnesia Fortnight MovieAmnesia Fortnight returns, calming tensions within the studio as everyone takes a much-needed break from Psychonauts.CC1 h 51 minFeb 10, 2023
27. Villians of Crunch ModeIssues with the expanding schedule come to a head as the studio attempts to reconcile with its past participation in crunch culture.CC1 h 4 minFeb 10, 2023
28. You Have a Resume?Fallout from the scheduling conflict results in more exits from the studio, but others continue to rise and fill leadership roles.CC42minFeb 10, 2023
29. It’s Looking GrimAs pressure mounts to complete the game, a worldwide pandemic suddenly changes everything.CC24minFeb 10, 2023
30. Time AwayThe team adjusts to working from home during the pandemic, pushing the release date out even further.CC29minFeb 10, 2023
31. Making the Best of ItIntense political happenings, raging wildfires and general unrest cast a dark shadow over the studio as they struggle to finish Psychonauts 2.CC27minFeb 10, 2023
32. The Journey They’ve Been OnThe team pushes closer to Psychonauts 2’s release, fighting to remain true to Double Fine’s values.CC1 h 37 minFeb 10, 2023
33. We Wrote It DownDouble Fine reflects on the launch of Psychonauts 2 and the PsychOdyssey documentary series while looking to the future and a return to smaller projects.CC1 h 34 minJul 26, 2024
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Double Fine PsychOdyssey
2 Player Productions and Double Fine Productions present Double Fine PsychOdyssey, an unprecedented documentary experience seven years in the making. Ten years after the release of their flagship video game Psychonauts, Double Fine Productions returns to its most celebrated franchise with Psychonauts 2. Now facing the pressure to produce a worthy sequel, the studio must confront overly ambitious designs, poor morale, technical challenges and financial woes, all during a turbulent span of time for the world. Double Fine PsychOdyssey is the direct continuation of the acclaimed series Double Fine Adventure, and offers even deeper insight into the passion, humor, and heartbreak of video game development.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Paul Owens
- Created by
- Paul Levering
- Cast
- Tim Schafer, Eric Barone
- Studio
- 2 Player Productions
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
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