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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 2042's 'Battle of Nordvik' Event Begins December 20

    Battlefield 2042's 'Battle of Nordvik' Event Begins December 20

    The three week event will offer unique game modes and rewards for those that play.

    A special in-game event is about to begin in Battlefield 2042. Take part in the Battle of Nordvik, a three-week long event that includes a new game mode every week and new cosmetics to unlock as you play. DICE says that Eastern Forces are retaliating after finding out that Nordvik has a secret alliance with the West. You will join either the Nordvik Control Corps or the Black Storm regiment in a "power...
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  • Vehicle Changes Coming to Battlefield 2042

    Vehicle Changes Coming to Battlefield 2042

    Everything from tank turret speed, to Active Protection Systems, to a reduction in height limits are coming.

    The latest developer update from DICE focuses on various aspects to the combat vehicles in Battlefield 2042. The changes, largely positive, look like they will be rolled out over the remainder of this season, that being Season 3.

    The first new feature DICE talks about here is the addition of the Active Protection System to more vehicles. The Active Protection system...
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  • Battlefield 2042 Update 3.1 Arrives Tomorrow with Updated Manifest

    Battlefield 2042 Update 3.1 Arrives Tomorrow with Updated Manifest

    See what changes are coming in Update 3.1.

    DICE and EA put out word that Update 3.1 for Battlefield 2042 will be released on Wednesday, December 6 at 8AM (UTC; 3AM ET). Key highlights of this update include the release of the reworked version of Manifest. New Vault weapons like the M416, M240B, and M93R will also be added. There will also be some improvements made to gameplay responsiveness, weapon reload animations, and audio.

    Later this month, DICE will launch a new Mid-Season...
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  • Season 5 for Battlefield 2042 Confirmed

    Season 5 for Battlefield 2042 Confirmed

    Plus, details about upcoming new and revised maps, the final new Specialist, and more.

    Though Season 3 for Battlefield 2042 began just about a week and a half back, that hasn't stopped DICE from talking about what's coming next for the game. Season 4 details were shared with fans, plus the studio confirmed that Season 5 will be coming in 2023. Perhaps the most enticing thing mentioned here is that the map set to arrive in Season 5 will be based on a map we last saw in Battlefield 4. T...
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  • Battlefield 2042 Season 3 Launch Update Changelog

    Battlefield 2042 Season 3 Launch Update Changelog

    Things are about to escalate in Season 3 of Battlefield 2042.
    Battlefield 2042's third season, Escalation, launches tomorrow (November 22) and with it will come Update 3.0.0 for the online multiplayer shooter. This new season will obviously bring new content such as a new Specialist, map, weapons, gadget, vault weapons, and Battle Pass. We already talked about a lot of that (see the previous link).

    A few additional Season 3 details were shared today. That includes the fact that...
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  • Travel to Sweden in Battlefield 2042 Season 3: Escalation

    Travel to Sweden in Battlefield 2042 Season 3: Escalation

    Details on the new map, new Specialist, weapons, tank, Battle Pass, Specialist rework, and more.

    DICE and EA let the cat out of the bag today for Battlefield 2042 Season 3, Escalation. This new Season, which begins on November 22, will include a bunch of new content that should be familiar to those who have seen what has been added in the previous two seasons already. There's a new map, new Specialist, new tank, new weapons, the Specialist rework, and more. There is, naturally, also...
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  • Battlefield 2042 Free Trials Happening in December

    Battlefield 2042 Free Trials Happening in December

    A series of free access periods are coming in December.

    As part of their latest development update, DICE and EA say that there will be a series of free access periods throughout December for Battlefield 2042. These periods will be available on each platform to experience all of what Battlefield 2042 has to offer for a limited time.

    Those who play during the Free Access periods will get a few bonuses. First off is the Battlefield 2042 Welcome Pack, which includes a collection...
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  • Battlefield 2042 Double XP Weekend Now Underway

    Battlefield 2042 Double XP Weekend Now Underway

    You have until Monday to get some faster ranks.

    DICE just kicked off a double XP event for Battlefield 2042. From today (November 10th) through to Monday, November 14 at 10AM (UTC; 5AM ET) players will be able to earn double XP across all game modes.

    DICE says that this is the first of what will be "more" double XP events coming in Season 3 and beyond.

    Right now, this would be a decent time to hop into the game if you really care about your rank....
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  • Battlefield 2042 Update 2.2.0 Patch Notes

    Battlefield 2042 Update 2.2.0 Patch Notes

    This is the one with the revamped version of Orbital.

    DICE has shared the list of changes coming with Update 2.2.0 coming October 20 at 4AM (ET) for Battlefield 2042. This update includes the reworked version of Orbital, three new Vault Weapons added to All-Out Warfare, the previously mentioned Persistent Servers feature in Portal, and better looking laser sights on weapons.

    The three new Vault Weapons are the ACW-R, AKS-74u, and the MP412 REX. As far as Orbital is concerned,...
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  • Persistent Servers Coming to Battlefield 2042

    Persistent Servers Coming to Battlefield 2042

    Persistent servers are coming to Battlefield 2042, but maybe not in the way you wanted.

    DICE put up a new news update today wherein they announce that persistent servers are coming to Battlefield 2042. Unfortunately for you, these persistent servers are only coming to Battlefield Portal. DICE says that these persistent servers have been "a much requested community feature." Persistent servers will be added to Portal as part of the upcoming 2.2 update.

    Currently,...
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  • Most of the New Cosmetics for Battlefield 2042's Liquidators Event are Locked Behind a Paywall

    What? You thought the promoted cosmetics were going to be unlockable just by playing?

    The promised Liquidators Event for Battlefield 2042 is here and, like most things concerning the game, it has proven to be rather disappointing for many players.


    First off, let's just address the elephant in the room. Most of the event skins that were used in the marketing and promotional materials for the event are locked behind a paywall. That's right, all but five skins (2 Specialists,...
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  • Battlefield 2042 Update 2.1.1 Details

    Battlefield 2042 Update 2.1.1 Details

    The update will focus on weapon balance.

    DICE details the Update 2.1.1 coming October 11 for Battlefield 2042. This update is a smaller Quality of Life update and will arrive at around 4AM (ET) tomorrow morning. DICE says that the main focus of this update is to improve gunplay. As such, there are several weapon balance changes and various bug fixes included with the patch.

    The changelog is quite a bit shorter than what you are probably used to seeing, but that kind of...
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  • The Liquidators Event Begins October 11 in Battlefield 2042

    The Liquidators Event Begins October 11 in Battlefield 2042

    A limited time event with earnable cosmetics and a focus on close-quarters combat.

    DICE announced a new in-game event coming very soon to Battlefield 2042. During their new Battlefield Briefing Blog, DICE detailed what fans can expect when The Liquidators kicks off on October 11.

    This limited time event, which ends on October 25, will feature special close-quarter combat variants of the existing maps that should make fans of the Domination game type very happy. It will...
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  • Battlefield 2042 Update 2.1 Arrives on Tuesday

    Battlefield 2042 Update 2.1 Arrives on Tuesday

    This update will include the reworked version of Renewal among other things.

    The changelog for the upcoming Update 2.1 for Battlefield 2042 was just revealed. This update is slated to go live on Tuesday, September 27 at 8AM (UTC) or 4AM (ET) for those in the States.

    Update 2.1 will introduce the reworked version of Renewal, which we first got a good look at back in August. It was at that same time where we learned that the rework of Orbital will be next in line for release....
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  • Narrative Campaigns to Return to Battlefield via Newly Formed Ridgeline Games

    Newly formed Ridgeline Games will dedicate themselves to new narrative campaigns for Battlefield.

    EA just announced that they have added another studio to their plethora of development teams. Their new studio is the Seattle-based Ridgeline Games, and it is being led by Halo co-creator Marcus Lehto. Ridgeline Games "will be focused on developing a narrative campaign set in the Battlefield universe."

    Over the past several weeks, Lehto has been making his presence...
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