Thimbleweed Park 2 is happening because Ron Gilbert's friend knows a rich guy who's a big fan of the original and wanted more

PC Gamer | Aug. 14, 2026, 5:15 p.m. | Original
For once, the "wealthy benefactor on the internet wants to give you money" story is actually real.
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