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Ubisoft Pulls Licenses for The Crew, Makes the Game Completely Inaccessible to Buyers

From the same company trying to sell you a $130 version of Star Wars Outlaws.

From announcing a $130 edition of Star Wars Outlaws to pulling game licenses from those that bought The Crew, Ubisoft sure is on a roll this week.

The Crew was Ubisoft's open-world racing game that was pulled from sale back in December 2023. As of March 31, 2024, Ubisoft shut down the online servers for The Crew. This effectively made the game unplayable across all platforms, including: PC,...
 

Tim Sweeney Called Valve 'Assholes' in Email to Gabe Newell, Valve COO Says 'You Mad Bro?'

Tim Sweeney is always mad.

The antitrust lawsuit against Valve from Wolfire Games got a little spicy this week. To quickly get you up to speed: Wolfire claims that Valve uses its position with Steam to control game prices and muscle out competition. Though the initial lawsuit against Valve was dismissed, Wolfire amended their suit in May 2022 and the legal battle was back on.

It may have taken almost two years, but we are now starting to see some of the documents that...
 

900 People Laid Off Across Multiple PlayStation Studios

Multiple studios across all SIE regions impacted.

Sony just laid off about 900 people across multiple PlayStation studios around the world. These 900 or so laid off employees account for roughly 8% of the total workforce for Sony Interactive Entertainment.

President and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, Jim Ryan, announced the layoffs to the public today. The public statement came after an email was sent to all employees informing them of the layoffs. From Ryan's...
 

Xbox Confirms PlayStation 5 Releases, Diablo 4 on Game Pass, and Future Hardware Plans

No, Starfield and Indiana Jones are not going multi-platform any time soon.

The heads of Xbox stayed true to their word and were indeed a part of a special edition of the Official Xbox Podcast. During today's pre-recorded podcast and subsequent blog post, head of Xbox Phil Spencer stated that four Xbox exclusives are going to be multi-platform releases. Is it Starfield? Indiana Jones? Gears of War? Halo?! No, no, no, and no. Though Spencer did not specify what those four titles ...
 

Embracer Lays Off 97 Employees from Eidos; Cancels New Deus Ex

Embracer's rampage continues.

Eidos-Montreal, a development studio currently under the Embracer umbrella, made the sad announcement that employees at the studio were being laid off. Eidos took to social media to confirm that 97 people have been let go "from development teams, administration, and support services".

The studio says that "global economic context, the challenges of our industry, and the comprehensive restructuring announced by Embracer have...
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  • Battlefield 2042 Update 3.2.0 Changelog

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    • Published: 01-27-2023, 04:38 PM
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    Battlefield 2042 Update 3.2.0 Changelog

    Classes, Breakaway rework, thermal scopes, and much more.

    Update 3.2.0 for Battlefield 2042 looks to be a big one. There are some major changes coming in this update and there doesn't seem to be an aspect of the game that hasn't been altered in some way, shape, or form. This update is expected to go live early next week, so let's dig in and see what it offers.

    First up, the Class system returns. The series staple is finally being added to Battlefield 2042. Existing Specialists...
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  • More Details on the Return to Classes in Battlefield 2042

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    • Published: 01-19-2023, 04:35 PM
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    More Details on the Return to Classes in Battlefield 2042

    Classes are coming back to Battlefield very soon. Here's what you need to know.

    ​We have known for a while now that DICE has been planning to re-introduce the traditional Battlefield Class system into Battlefield 2042. Today, DICE took the time to provide a lengthy write-up talking about the changes that are being made in order to add Classes into a game that really didn't have any.

    DICE opens their write-up by saying that "Specialists at launch were polarizing...
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  • Battlefield 2042 Update 3.1.2 Releases January 17

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    • Published: 01-16-2023, 03:29 PM
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    Battlefield 2042 Update 3.1.2 Releases January 17

    It's not quite as feature filled as we would like, but the update is coming nonetheless.

    DICE just dropped word that on January 17 at about 4AM (ET), the 3.1.2 update for Battlefield 2042 will be released. This update aims to address a few of the more major outstanding issues and also adds in a few changes that players have brought to the devs' attention over the holidays.

    This update is much smaller in scope compared to other recent updates, but worry not. DICE says that...
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  • Battlefield 2042's 'Battle of Nordvik' Event Begins December 20

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 12-15-2022, 04:14 PM
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    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

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    • Published: 12-07-2022, 03:55 PM
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    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

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    • Published: 12-06-2022, 04:36 PM
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    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

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    • Published: 12-01-2022, 05:14 PM
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    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

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    • Published: 11-21-2022, 02:17 PM
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    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

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    • Published: 11-17-2022, 04:48 PM
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    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

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    • Published: 11-10-2022, 03:43 PM
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    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

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    • Published: 11-10-2022, 12:01 PM
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    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

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-19-2022, 01:49 PM
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    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

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    • Published: 10-18-2022, 04:01 PM
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    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

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-11-2022, 03:12 PM
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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

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-10-2022, 03:30 PM
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    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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