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XBOX: 1,600 Layoffs Today, Another 1,600 Over the Next Year, Four Studios Now Independent or Sold, Arkane in Limbo

More broadly, Microsoft is cutting 4,800 jobs.

Today, Microsoft is laying off 2.1% of its workforce. This equates to 4,800 people that are being let go. The company's XBOX division is cutting about 20% of its entire workforce. All of this is being done in an effort to cut costs due to rising prices and expenses brought about by artificial intelligence (AI).

As a quick reminder: Microsoft plans to spend $190 billion on AI in 2026. In 2025, the company spent $80 billion...
 

PlayStation is Killing Physical Game Discs

Digital only after January 2028.

Starting January 2028, Sony will no longer produce physical discs for new PlayStation game releases. All games released in January 2028 and after will be available only through digital stores such as the PlayStation Store.

Sony attempts to justify this move by claiming it's a "natural direction" in order to "adapt to consumer trends as the general preference for digital media significantly outpaces physical discs."...
 

GTA 6 Starts at $80 with a $100 FOMO Edition and with No Physical Disc Release

And single-player only.

Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive Software sure set the gaming news world on fire today with word that Grand Theft Auto 6 will retail at a minimum of $80. Not only will there be the base $79.99 edition for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, but there will also be a Grand Theft Auto 6: Ultimate Edition for $99.99 that adds in exclusive content.

Right out of the gate, we are told that Grand Theft Auto 6 will be single-player only. Well, at...
 

Kaspersky Warns of Malware Spread Through Wallpaper Engine on Steam

Anime continues to be a danger to everyone.

The cybersecurity company Kaspersky has issued a warning about malware being spread through Steam Workshop files for Wallpaper Engine. Malware, hidden through user uploaded wallpaper packages, can lead to issues such as hijacked Steam accounts, the installation of backdoors to a user's PC, or even hidden crypto mining processes.

Wallpaper Engine includes support for various wallpaper formats: Static images, video, interactive...
 

Bungie Announces the End of Destiny 2

All good things...

Bungie is calling it quits on Destiny 2. The Sony owned Marathon developer announced the final live-service content update for Destiny 2. Today's announcement was a long time coming and one that most fans saw the writing on the wall for months ago.

That final content update for Destiny 2, Monument of Triumph, takes place on June 9, 2026. Bungie says that they will begin a "new journey as a studio" on that date with includes working on their...
 

Lord of Hatred Review: Diablo 4 Finally Finds Its Final Form

This is Diablo 4 at its best. I mean it this time. For real.

Returning to the world of Sanctuary for this latest chapter feels like a true homecoming for those of us who have spent hundreds of hours traversing its dark and unforgiving landscapes since the base game launched back in 2023. The release of the Lord of Hatred expansion marks a significant step forward in the narrative that was originally set in motion during the initial campaign and furthered by the events of the Vesse...
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  • Battlefield 6 is Getting a Top Gun Crossover in Season 4

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-17-2026, 02:35 PM
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    Battlefield 6 is Getting a Top Gun Crossover in Season 4

    I feel the need, the need for speed.

    Battlefield Studios announced a new partnership with Paramount Games Studio on a special collaboration that brings Top Gun to Battlefield 6 and Battlefield REDSEC. This collaboration includes the addition of the F-18/Super Hornet and the F-14 Tomcat and is expected to arrive as a part of Battlefield 6 Season 4.

    The collaboration will include some "fan-favorite characters from Top Gun," though perhaps without the biggest...
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  • Battlefield 6 Season 4 Naval Warfare Gameplay Trailer

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-14-2026, 02:12 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Season 4 Naval Warfare Gameplay Trailer

    Bring back pilotable carriers and destroyers!

    Battlefield Studios released a new trailer today for the naval warfare that awaits you in Battlefield 6 Season 4. The arrival of Naval Warfare kicks off with the July 21 release of Season 4 and the "biggest battlefield" to ever appear in a Battlefield game.

    Players will deploy to Tsuru Reef, a battlefield that features "sprawling islands, dynamic waves, boats, jets, helicopters, and ground vehicles." The...
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  • Battlefield 6 Update 1.3.3.0 Makes Massive Adjustments to Weapon Recoil

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 06-26-2026, 06:57 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Update 1.3.3.0 Makes Massive Adjustments to Weapon Recoil

    Plus big changes to muzzle velocity, attachments, and more.

    Battlefield Studios outlined all of the planned changes for Game Update 1.3.3.0 for Battlefield 6. This update, expected to release on June 30, 2026 for Battlefield 6 and REDSEC includes a huge swath of changes, some new content, and even another free trial.

    Update 1.3.3.0 will give everyone a chance to engage with the new Wet Work Event. This "hunt-or-be-hunted" event can be experienced across both...
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  • Cairo Bazaar Added in Latest Battlefield 6 Update; Free Trial is Also Live

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 06-09-2026, 06:35 PM
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    Cairo Bazaar Added in Latest Battlefield 6 Update; Free Trial is Also Live

    The map formerly known as Grand Bazaar.

    Battlefield Studios released a content-filled update for Battlefield 6 and Battlefield REDSEC today. This update is called "Blastpoint" and it re-introduces Grand Bazaar, now called Cairo Bazaar, as a new map for multiplayer.

    Cairo Bazaar is a tight map focused on close-quarters combat engagements. The alleyways and shops are perfect for ambushes on unsuspecting enemies. The map did receive an obvious facelift from its...
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  • Battlefield 6 'Quality of Life' Game Update 1.3.1.5 Details

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-22-2026, 06:33 PM
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    Battlefield 6 'Quality of Life' Game Update 1.3.1.5 Details

    This update is scheduled for May 26th.

    Battlefield Studios shared an early look at the "Quality of Life Game Update 1.3.1.5" that will drop on May 26 at 8:00 UTC. This update, as you may have already surmised, includes a number of fixes and improvements across most aspects of Battlefield 6.

    This update seems to focus on addressing outstanding issues across a couple of Battlefield 6 maps, Hagental Base and Railway to Golmud. It also improves various aspects...
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  • Battlefield 6 Season 3 Update Roadmap

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-08-2026, 05:37 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Season 3 Update Roadmap

    More is coming.

    Season 3 for Battlefield 6 kicks off on May 12, but there is more in store beyond that first update. Battlefield Studios shared a look at the Season 3 roadmap for Battlefield 6, offering a look at the content coming later in the season.

    On June 9, Season 3 expands with the addition of another new map, Cairo Bazaar. It will also be the date that a new mode, Obliteration, is launched. Fans of Battlefield 4 may recognize this particular game mode.
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  • Battlefield 6 Season 3 Game Update Details

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-08-2026, 04:02 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Season 3 Game Update Details

    New content and major changes in 1.3.1.0.

    Battlefield Studios shared the changelog for Game Update 1.3.1.0 for Battlefield 6, which is expected to arrive on May 12. This update will not only usher in the start of Season 3, but it will include tons of other improvements and changes. We're looking at the addition of Ranked Battle Royale Quads, the addition of the Railway to Golmud map, new weapons, and a new Battle Pass.

    Beside the addition of the new content, the update...
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  • Battlefield 6 Season 3 Teaser Brings the Pain Train

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-05-2026, 02:57 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Season 3 Teaser Brings the Pain Train

    Choo choo, MFer!

    Today, the first official look at Season 3 of Battlefield 6 and Battlefield REDSEC was shared. This will be the first official look at what awaits you in the upcoming season, which will begin on May 12 across PlayStation, Xbox, and all of the PC platforms where Battlefield 6 is available.

    Unfortunately, there isn't too much else to share with you today. There was a new developer guide released on April 28th for the new map, Railway to Golmud. A bit from...
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  • Christopher McQuarrie and Michael B. Jordan are Working on a Battlefield Movie

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-24-2026, 03:03 PM
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    Christopher McQuarrie and Michael B. Jordan are Working on a Battlefield Movie

    What about the stories in these games suggests it'd make for a good movie?

    Hollywood wants to make a movie based on the Battlefield franchise. According to reporting by The Hollywood Reporter, both Christopher McQuarrie and Michael B. Jordan are already attached to the project.

    McQuarrie is set to write, direct, and produce the film based on the Battlefield franchise. Jordan is attached to produce and potentially start in the film. Electronic Arts is also attached to...
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  • EA Betting Big on Nostalgia for Upcoming Battlefield 6 Maps

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-16-2026, 10:50 AM
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    EA Betting Big on Nostalgia for Upcoming Battlefield 6 Maps

    Somehow... Wake Island has returned.

    Electronic Arts and what remains of Battlefield Studios just shared a look at some of the content coming in Seasons 3 through 5 for Battlefield 6. Not only are the devs betting big on nostalgia, they are also promising to directly address some of the biggest issues the community has had with Battlefield 6 via a series of major updates coming throughout 2026.

    What follows comes via a Q&A session between the Battlefield 6 team and IGN....
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  • Battlefield 6 Update 1.2.2.5 Released

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 03-31-2026, 01:33 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Update 1.2.2.5 Released

    Just some fixes.

    A rather minor update for Battlefield 6 was released today. Game update 1.2.2.5 seems to be focused on some small bug fixes and stability improvements here and there. The update should be automatically downloaded for you on your platform of choice.

    This update does coincide with the start of a limited-time event, that being the Red Bull Supermoto Racing Gauntlet.

    As usual, you can find the full changelog for this new update below. You can...
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  • Red Bull Supermoto Racing Added to Battlefield 6

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 03-31-2026, 01:22 PM
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    Red Bull Supermoto Racing Added to Battlefield 6

    Don't worry, it's not part of the core game modes.

    It looks like Red Bull has once again teamed up with Battlefield 6 for a special limited-time event. The Red Bull Supermoto Gauntlet is a free event that runs from March 31 through to April 14.

    In Red Bull Supermoto Gauntlet, eight riders will grab their dirt bikes and "race through intense knockout rounds." The field will go from those eight competitors down to four but only one will be crowned the winner....
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  • Battlefield Hardline Support Ending on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 03-24-2026, 01:24 AM
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    Battlefield Hardline Support Ending on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One

    I, too, was surprised to hear it was still being supported.

    DICE and Electronic Arts will no longer offer any sort of support for Battlefield Hardline on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Come Friday, May 22, Battlefield Hardline will be removed from the digital storefronts for these platforms.

    A month later on June 22, the online services for Battlefield Hardline on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One will be taken down. It is assumed that the single player campaign for Battlefield...
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  • Battlefield 6 Season 2 Nightfall Released - Featuring a New Map and Game Mode

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 03-18-2026, 03:48 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Season 2 Nightfall Released - Featuring a New Map and Game Mode

    Beware the things that go boom in the night.

    Yesterday, Battlefield 6 was updated with the next major content update for Season 2. This new update introduces Nightfall, a new limited-time mode. It also adds the Hagental Base map, new weapons, and the dirt bike vehicle.

    The limited-time mode turns out the lights on Hagental. Players will have to navigate its dark corridors using flashlights and Night Vision Goggles. While there are a couple of rooms in the map where the...
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  • EA Issues Layoffs Across All Battlefield Studios

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 03-09-2026, 12:53 PM
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    EA Issues Layoffs Across All Battlefield Studios

    Don't release a game? Fired. Release a well-received game that breaks sales records? Believe it or not, also fired.

    Electronic Arts has laid off an undisclosed number of people from across all of the studios that fall under the Battlefield Studios umbrella. Developers have been let go from Criterion, DICE, Ripple Effect, and Motive Studio.

    According to what IGN reports, employees are being laid off due to a "realignment" within Battlefield Studios. IGN's reporting...
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