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Double Fine Productions, the studio behind Psychonauts and Brutal Legend, has a new game on the way, and it has nothing to do with platforming or brain-diving. It’s called Thank You Bus Driver, and from the first look, it’s shaping up to be pure chaos on four wheels.
What happened
Double Fine officially announced Thank You Bus Driver as its next project, describing it as a chaotic bus driving game for PC. Details are still thin, but the studio confirmed it’s heading to Steam, GOG, Humble Store, and itch.io, so PC players will have plenty of storefronts to grab it from once it’s out. No release date has been set yet.
Why it matters
Double Fine has built a reputation on quirky, narrative-driven games, so a physics-heavy bus sim feels like a genuine curveball. That’s exactly why it’s getting attention: the studio picking up a “driving chaos” genre suggests Thank You Bus Driver won’t play it straight. Think less realistic transit simulator, more slapstick mayhem behind the wheel, in the spirit of games that turn a mundane job into an absurd playground.
Announcing on multiple storefronts from day one, including DRM-free options like GOG and itch.io, also signals Double Fine wants this to reach PC players who avoid Steam exclusivity, which is a smart move for a smaller, personality-driven release.
What to expect
Until Double Fine shares gameplay footage or a trailer, most specifics are speculation. Based on the “chaotic” framing, expect physics-based driving mishaps, unpredictable passengers or obstacles, and a comedic tone rather than a serious transportation sim. Given Double Fine’s back catalog, don’t be surprised if there’s also a strong visual style and some narrative flavor tucked into the routes. Keep an eye on Steam and the studio’s channels for the first trailer, since that’s usually when release windows start taking shape.
FAQ
When does Thank You Bus Driver release? Double Fine has not announced a release date yet.
What platforms is Thank You Bus Driver coming to? It’s confirmed for PC via Steam, GOG, Humble Store, and itch.io.
Is Thank You Bus Driver made by the Psychonauts team? Yes, it’s developed by Double Fine Productions, the studio known for Psychonauts and Brutal Legend.
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