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Double Fine Launches Pottery Brawler “Kiln” Across All Platforms

4/24/2026

Summary

Double Fine Releases Kiln

Double Fine Productions released Kiln, a pottery-themed brawler, on 2026-04-23 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Steam.
The game supports Xbox Play Anywhere, handheld optimization, and Xbox Cloud.
The $29.99 Fired Up Edition adds the Battle-Hardened Decoration Pack, Pottery Set, three glazes, five stickers, and five attachments, while Standard Edition costs $19.99.
Game Pass Ultimate users can buy a $9.99 Fired Up Edition Upgrade for the same extra content.

Summary

Teams Defend

Two teams in Quench mode defend their kiln while trying to douse the opponent’s kiln.
Players lose water when hit, rolled, smashed, or striking others, making conservation essential.
Blue amphora, ground grates, spilled enemy pot water, and pot-size health-capacity trade-offs reward map control.
Sponge walls, the Cross Section view, and hidden rooms in Dionysus’ Boogie Lounge let teams block passages, fine-tune attributes, gather extra water, and launch surprise attacks.

History

Historical Context

The video game industry began its significant growth in 1977 with the launch of the Atari 2600, which sold over 30 million units. By 2026, Double Fine Productions released "Kiln," a multiplayer pottery brawler that showcases advanced gameplay mechanics and reflects the industry's evolution towards complex, engaging experiences, amidst ongoing challenges like layoffs and hardware limitations.

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Double Fine Releases Kiln

Double Fine Productions released Kiln, a pottery-themed brawler, on 2026-04-23 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Steam.
The game supports Xbox Play Anywhere, handheld optimization, and Xbox Cloud.
The $29.99 Fired Up Edition adds the Battle-Hardened Decoration Pack, Pottery Set, three glazes, five stickers, and five attachments, while Standard Edition costs $19.99.
Game Pass Ultimate users can buy a $9.99 Fired Up Edition Upgrade for the same extra content.

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