Massive Steam Leak Spoils Story and Achievements for Dozens of Games, Some of Which are Not Even Announced
Persona 6, Kingdom Hearts 4, Fable, Penis Bird... All the heavy hitters are here!
In the early hours on Wednesday, August 9, a huge leak brought about by the Steam API spilled the beans on over 125 games. These titles had their achievement lists freely available for anybody with an internet connection to browse.
The situation becomes particularly intriguing when it is revealed that many of the titles mentioned in the leak had not yet been publicly announced. Even more...
In the early hours on Wednesday, August 9, a huge leak brought about by the Steam API spilled the beans on over 125 games. These titles had their achievement lists freely available for anybody with an internet connection to browse.
The situation becomes particularly intriguing when it is revealed that many of the titles mentioned in the leak had not yet been publicly announced. Even more...
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...
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."...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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Battlefield Hardline Open Beta Begins February 3
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Battlefield Hardline Open Beta Begins February 3
Given that all of the super important information is in the headline, nobody is reading this. Thus, nobody will know that this beta will be open to everyone on the PC (through Origin), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One, and Xbox 360. They also won't know that all multiplayer progression will be accessible by those playing the game. This includes new weapons, gear, and gadgets. Nobody will know that the open beta will actually feature three different maps and modes, which is at least... -
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Maps and Game Modes Revealed for Battlefield: Hardline
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Maps and Game Modes Revealed for Battlefield: Hardline
EA and Visceral revealed some of the new maps and the game modes that will be included with Battlefield: Hardline when it launches on March 17, 2015. In total, there will be nine maps, each having some sort of a heist type look or feel to them, a departure from the obvious military themes of previous games.
The maps are:...- Bank Job - It's a bank
- Hollywood Heights - Large houses
- Riptide - Near and on the ocean
- Growhouse - They grow weed here, obviously
- Downtown - Downtown Los Angeles
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Battlefield Hardline Beta Coming Soon to All Platforms
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Battlefield Hardline Beta Coming Soon to All Platforms
Some of the first details for the upcoming Battlefield Hardline beta were revealed this week. The good news is that the beta will be open to everyone across all available platforms. Executive Producer, Steve Papoutsis, explains that the beta will be on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC. There will not be any cap on the maximum progression you'll be able to hit with the beta, meaning that some super ambitious people will undoubtedly unlock everything before the ... -
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DICE Wants to Know What Your Favorite Battlefield Maps Are
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- Published: 12-09-2014, 09:14 PM
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DICE Wants to Know What Your Favorite Battlefield Maps Are
In a world of hypotheticals, DICE is king. Hypothetically, if DICE were to continue making content beyond Final Stand, it would include new maps and items. Hypothetically speaking, if DICE were to release some new maps they could hypothetically be updated versions of classic Battlefield maps. And hypothetically speaking, DICE could offer up a survey to get an idea of which maps their fans would most like to see get the Battlefield 4 treatment. Hypothetically, there are a ton of ma... -
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Battlefield Hardline Single Player Story Trailer
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- Published: 12-06-2014, 12:04 AM
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Battlefield Hardline Single Player Story Trailer
A new gameplay trailer for the single player component for Battlefield Hardline was unveiled tonight. Here it is.
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EA Joins with KIDinaKORNER/Interscope Records for Battlefield Hardline Title Track
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EA Joins with KIDinaKORNER/Interscope Records for Battlefield Hardline Title Track
EA, Visceral and KIDinaKORNER/Interscope Records have teamed up to bring the world "Karma," the main theme for Battlefield Hardline. The song is exclusive to Battlefield Hardline and is the creation of Jamie N Commons.
"The music, and moreover the audio help create that emotional experience you want gamers to feel as they play in the world we've built for them," said Steve Papoutsis, VP and General Manager of Visceral Games and Executive Producer of Battlefield Hardline.... -
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Battlefield Hardline Multiplayer Footage
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- Published: 12-03-2014, 04:25 PM
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Battlefield Hardline Multiplayer Footage
A variety of notable Battlefield players had a chance to give the multiplayer for Battlefield Hardline a go recently.
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LevelCap takes a look at the weapons in the game, including the return of the Tracer Dart -
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More Battlefield 4 May be Coming as Hints Point Towards a Sixth DLC
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More Battlefield 4 May be Coming as Hints Point Towards a Sixth DLC
So, you've played hours of the Final Stand DLC for Battlefield 4 and you picked up the Phantom Bow already. What's left? Well, it could very well be that there is more DLC coming for the game.
First up, we have an interesting Tweet from a Battlefield 4 developer that points to the content ride not being over just yet.
Another developer, David Sirland, has been rather coy when talking about the possibility of a sixth DLC to fans.
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Here is How to Unlock the Phantom Bow and Solve Phantom Program 4 in Battlefield 4
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- Published: 11-23-2014, 05:25 PM
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Here is How to Unlock the Phantom Bow and Solve Phantom Program 4 in Battlefield 4
The Internet has been hard at work trying to solve the mystery of the Phantom Operative assignment for Battlefield 4. The fourth part of the Phantom Program was unlike any other previous step as each of those simply required you to enter in a password on a hidden terminal within Battlelog. This one requires you to find four hidden dogtags in each of the four new maps from the Final Stand DLC. From there, it was simply a matter of cracking the code to gain access to the sealed off room that t... -
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The Secret of the Phantom Program 4 for Battlefield 4 - Hidden Bow, Satellites, and More
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- Published: 11-19-2014, 10:32 PM
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The Secret of the Phantom Program 4 for Battlefield 4 - Hidden Bow, Satellites, and More
With the release of the Final Stand DLC for Battlefield 4 came the start of the fourth phase of the Phantom Program and the Phantom Operative Assignment. What is it? Well, unlike the previous assignments, you can't simply enter in a password on the Battlelog site.
Oh no, this one apparently goes beyond that. Here's jackfrags to explain what is and is not know about the Phantom Program 4 so far.
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Battlefield 4 Final Stand Available Today for Premium Subscribers
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Battlefield 4 Final Stand Available Today for Premium Subscribers
Battlefield 4 Final Stand was released today for all platforms and only for Battlefield 4 Premium subscribers.
ALL-NEW MAPS SERVED ICE-COLD The battle reaches its epic conclusion on 4 all-new maps set on the wintry Russian landscapes. On Giants of Karelia, Hammerhead, Hangar 21, and Operation Whiteout you’ll fight both the opposing team and the sub-zero temperatures and harsh blizzards. Taking cover inside, you’ll find secret installations with military prototypes remin... -
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Battlefield 4 Client Patch for November 18, 2014
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Battlefield 4 Client Patch for November 18, 2014
In addition to today's release of Final Stand, DICE has also released a general update for Battlefield 4 itself. There are a ton of changes here for the game on every platform.
Changelog for Battlefield 4 update for November 18, 2014GENERAL • This game update enables the Battlefield 4 Final Stand expansion pack. • Tweaked the hit indicator speed to behave more like Battlefield 3. • Fixed an issue where the hit indicator size for shooting an enemy player in the arms would... -
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Battlefield 4 Final Stand Official Gameplay Trailer
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Battlefield 4 Final Stand Official Gameplay Trailer
With less than a day remaining until it's out, DICE and EA have released a gameplay trailer for Battlefield 4 Final Stand. Final Stand being the last major piece of DLC coming for Battlefield 4.
Battlefield 4 Final Stand brings the all-out war to the cold arctic with secret military installations unleashing high-tech prototype weapons and vehicles in four new multiplayer maps. Available on November 18 for Battlefield 4 Premium members and December 2 for all.I'm going ... -
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Battlefield 4 Final Stand - Dated for November 18 and New Information
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Battlefield 4 Final Stand - Dated for November 18 and New Information
DICE and EA have finally revealed the officially official release date for the last major piece of content to be released for Battlefield 4. Battlefield 4 Final Stand will be out for Premium members on November 18. Those who do not have Premium will be able to buy the content on December 2.
(W)e’ve got a lot in stock for those who’ll join the fight among the snowy Russian landscapes… We’ve worked hard to ensure you’ll have a blast with the new weapons, gadgets, and vehicle... -
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Battlefield 4 Battlefest Season 2 - Play for Free, Double XP, New Dog Tags, and More
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Battlefield 4 Battlefest Season 2 - Play for Free, Double XP, New Dog Tags, and More
DICE and EA revealed their plans for Season 2 of the Battlefield 4 Battlefest event. This includes being able to play Battlefield 4 for free through Origin Game Time, a double XP event, new dog tags, new community missions, and new Gold Battlepacks.
Origin Game Time Want to try out Battlefield 4 for free? With Origin Game Time, new players can try the full base game of Battlefield 4 for 168 hours – at no charge whatsoever. The timer doesn't start until you've launched the game... -
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by Shawn ZipayMake up your own definition of "complete."
Was 2025 a big year for game completions for you, or were you more of a "stick to one never-ending, live-service game for the entire year" sort of player?
For this, you can take whatever definition you want as a game "completion." Beat the main story? Earned 100% of the game's achievements? Or simply played enough that you're satisfied with what you accomplished and have no plans to return any time...I did not complete any game in 202533.33%2I completed up to 10 games50.00%3I completed more than 10 games16.67%1-
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