VU to publish DoubleFine's next

Vivendi Games has confirmed that it is set to publish the next title from Double Fine Productions, the studio behind acclaimed PC, PS2 and Xbox title Psychonauts.

According to a statement issued by Vivendi, the new game is "a brand new creation" and will be published under the Sierra Entertainment lable.

"The Sierra team has been awesome to work with. Everyone we've met brings experience from a small developer background, so they know where we're coming from and what we have to do to make a great game," said Double Fine CEO Tim Shafer.

"Combine a developer-friendly attitude, support for innovation, major-publisher status with a worldwide scope and you have a perfect match for Double Fine."

Martin Tremblay, presiden of worldwide studios for Sierra Entertainment, added: "Double Fine's track record for producing innovative, original and fun titles is second to none, and we're looking forward to bringing amazing games to market together.