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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 Apparel and In-Game Skins Announced by 5.11

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    • Published: 02-18-2026, 05:48 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Apparel and In-Game Skins Announced by 5.11

    The partnership will include both real apparel and in-game skins.

    Electronic Arts is partnering with a company called 5.11 to release some limited-edition co-branded Battlefield 6 apparel. 5.11 is said to be a "global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear, and gear." This partnership will see the release of some real world apparel items as well as some exclusive 5.11 in-game character skins.

    A "co-branded capsule collection" was made available...
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  • Battlefield 6 Season 2 Launch and Game Update 1.2.1.0

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    • Published: 02-17-2026, 04:43 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Season 2 Launch and Game Update 1.2.1.0

    New map, new limited-time mode, and much more.

    Season 2 of Battlefield 6 is live for the game's multiplayer and REDSEC battle royale modes. There is a lot to cover for Season 2, so let's get you some of the highlights right now. Season 2 will be broken up into three distinct phases: Extreme Measures, Nightfall, and Hunter/Prey. The first phase, out right now, is Extreme Measures. This release includes VL-7 psychoactive smoke, which can distort the battlefield with its non-lethal ...
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  • HappyCamperTV and BF Dale Featured in Latest Battlefield 6 Portal Spotlight

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 02-11-2026, 04:18 PM
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    HappyCamperTV and BF Dale Featured in Latest Battlefield 6 Portal Spotlight

    A big moment for 21CW.

    Total Gaming Network co-owner and one of the leads of 21CW, Tim Cooper, passed along word that the latest community spotlight in Battlefield 6 shines a light on Operations created by HappyCamperTV and BF Dale. This is notable because BF Dale has a big role within 21CW's map and the creation of structured operations.

    According to Cooper, the Battlefield 6 Operations by HappyCamper TV and BF Dale within Battlefield 6's Portal, is an important milestone...
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  • Big Changes Coming in Battlefield 6 Season 2

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 02-10-2026, 06:24 PM
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    Big Changes Coming in Battlefield 6 Season 2

    Plus the full Season 2 intro cinematic.

    As part of their latest series of Community Update news articles, the Battlefield 6 team shared a look ahead to some of the "significant updates" coming when Season 2 launches on February 17.

    When Battlefield 6 Season 2 releases, it will add a new map named Contaminated. This map will have "multiple pathways and flanking opportunities." There will also be a limited time mode that will expand the narrative of...
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  • Battlefield 6 Season 2 Details and Rumors Trickle Out

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    • Published: 01-21-2026, 07:47 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Season 2 Details and Rumors Trickle Out

    Golmud Railway is also coming back in a future season.

    Oh boy do we have some news for you today, Battlefield 6 fans. Details for Season 2 were leaked, including the Season 2 trailer and some information about the new content we can expect to see. Around the same time, Battlefield Studios shared their own information about some Season 2 stuff by way of a new Community Update.

    First up, are the details from today's leak. In Season 2, there will allegedly be just two maps...
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  • Battlefield 6 Game Update 1.1.3.5 Released

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 01-20-2026, 06:33 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Game Update 1.1.3.5 Released

    A smaller update focused on polish and consistency.

    Battlefield 6 was updated today to version 1.1.3.5. This is a smaller update that is focused on "polish and consistency across Battlefield 6."

    Some notable improvements made in today's update include better melee responsiveness, refined jet combat, better ladder interactions, and apparently "resolves UI and HUD issues in Multiplayer and REDSEC." There are also some fixes for Battle Royale and Gauntlet...
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  • Battlefield 1 Season 1 Extended as Season 2 Delayed Until February 17th

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    • Published: 01-13-2026, 03:10 PM
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    Battlefield 1 Season 1 Extended as Season 2 Delayed Until February 17th

    Some new content will be added to extend Season 1 a bit.

    The teams that make up Battlefield Studios just shared a new update for the Battlefield 6 community. There is a bit of good news and a bit of bad news in this one. The bad news is that Season 2 for Battlefield 6 has been delayed. Instead of releasing on January 20th, Battlefield 6 Season 2 will now launch on February 17th. Battlefield Studios says that they need extra time to "further polish and refine Season 2." Battlefield...
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  • Fans Think They Spotted First Use of Generative AI in Battlefield 6 and They Aren't Happy

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    • Published: 12-22-2025, 02:44 PM
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    Fans Think They Spotted First Use of Generative AI in Battlefield 6 and They Aren't Happy

    EA's AI push is starting to bear fruit.

    Battlefield 6 fans are calling out Electronic Arts and Battlefield Studios over what appears to be the use of generative AI for an in game store asset. Within the Windchill cosmetic pack for Battlefield 6 is a cosmetic sticker item that appears to depict an M4A1 with two barrels. The Windchill pack for Battlefield 6 costs 900 Battlefield Coins (roughly $9 USD) and includes six items. One of those items is the "Winter Warning" player card stick...
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  • Battlefield 6 is the United States' Best Selling Game of 2025

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    • Published: 12-17-2025, 04:43 PM
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    Battlefield 6 is the United States' Best Selling Game of 2025

    According to data shared by Circana.

    We still have a couple of weeks left in 2025, but so far it looks like Battlefield 6 is the year's best selling title in the United States. This somewhat surprising reveal was shared by Mat Piscatella, the executive director at Circana (formerly NPD Group).

    Through a BlueSky reveal, Piscatella says that Battlefield 6 has maintained its position at the top of the sales charts since the game's release in October. Following Battlefield...
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  • Battlefield 6 Team Talks About Known Issues and Planned Hotfixes Following Winter Offensive Launch

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 12-11-2025, 04:49 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Team Talks About Known Issues and Planned Hotfixes Following Winter Offensive Launch

    Fixes are planned for stuttering, incorrect K/D with bots, and more.

    Following the release of Update 1.1.3.0 Winter Offensive earlier this week, the Battlefield 6 community quickly voiced several concerns over new bugs and undesired changes as a result of the patch. Today, the Battlefield 6 teams at Battlefield Studios put up an article going through several of these complaints and issues and what they plan to do to resolve them.

    The proposed resolutions are either already...
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  • Battlefield 6 'Winter Offensive' Game Update 1.1.3.0 Changelog

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 12-08-2025, 06:31 PM
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    Battlefield 6 'Winter Offensive' Game Update 1.1.3.0 Changelog

    New content along with several improvements across the board.

    Battlefield 6 will get a new update on Tuesday, December 9th. Not only will the game get a title update to version 1.1.3.0, but it also receives the new Winter Offensive content to dive into.

    Update 1.1.3.0 is expected to include several improvements to audio, soldier visibility, and more. There are also several quality-of-life improvements being made to the user interface, player HUD, controller aiming, and...
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  • 21CW Adds Team Switching Feature

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-26-2025, 03:28 PM
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    21CW Adds Team Switching Feature

    All is fair in love and war.

    Tim Cooper, speaking on behalf of 21CW The Battlefield Tournament, shared news today that team switching is now integrated into the tournament experience.

    Cooper notes that the 21CW map team lead LT D.A.L.E. was able to add team switch capabilities working on the new 21CW campaign maps. As Cooper says, there will be "no more scuffed swaps" nor will there be any more "on-sided nonsense." Now, it will be "proper 21CW-style...
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  • Battlefield 6 Free Trial is Live

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-25-2025, 06:12 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Free Trial is Live

    Experience a week of real fake war.

    A free trial week for Battlefield 6 just went live a short time ago today. From Tuesday, November 25 through to December 2nd, you can download the trial to get a taste of the all-out warfare experience in Battlefield 6. This free trial is available for all platforms.

    The free trial for Battlefield 6 offers up a selection of maps and game modes. The included maps in the trial are Siege of Cairo, Eastwood, and Blackwell Fields. The modes...
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  • Limited Free Battlefield 6 Weapon Skin Available Through Nvidia

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    • Published: 11-25-2025, 03:26 PM
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    Limited Free Battlefield 6 Weapon Skin Available Through Nvidia

    It's free, so long as you've paid the Nvidia tax.

    Those of you with Nvidia cards that also utilize the Nvidia app can now pick up a free skin for Battlefield 6. The skin is for the SVK-8.6 DMR and can be found under the "Rewards" tab of the Nvidia app.

    You can get a look at the free skin in the image above. It's important to note that the availability of the skin is limited. It just says you can get it "while supplies last," so maybe don't wait too...
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  • Bots No Longer Pad Your K/D Ratio in Battlefield 6

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-19-2025, 05:04 PM
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    Bots No Longer Pad Your K/D Ratio in Battlefield 6

    No more useless stat padding for you.

    Battlefield 6 players may, or may be happy to hear that a recent backend change to the game removed bot kills from your K/D ratio. This information was shared by Battlefield Bulletin.

    Since launch, those playing against bots either intentionally or not, had their career stats skewed pretty heavily due to those almost "free" kills against enemy AI players. Thanks to a recent change, player stats no longer count those bot...
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