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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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  • Den of Wolves First Gameplay from The Game Awards

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    • Published: 12-14-2024, 04:14 PM
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    Den of Wolves First Gameplay from The Game Awards

    A grand heist of the mind.

    10 Chambers shared the first look at the gameplay you will experience in their upcoming heist game, Den of Wolves. The new footage first appeared at The Game Awards 2024. As a little reminder, this game is led by Ulf Andersson, the creator of the original Payday and Payday 2. It's being developed by 10 Chambers, the studio behind GTFO.

    Den of Wolves is a four-player co-op FPS that blends "traditional infiltration gameplay with a unique...
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  • Killing Floor 3 Release Date Set for March 2025

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    • Published: 12-14-2024, 03:20 PM
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    Killing Floor 3 Release Date Set for March 2025

    New gameplay was shown at The Game Awards.

    This past week, Tripwire Interactive showed off new gameplay for Killing Floor 3. In addition to the new gameplay footage, the studio announced a March 2025 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via both Steam and Epic Games Store.

    Killing Floor 3 is the latest in Tripwire's co-op action shooter. This entry will feature full crossplay between all platforms right at launch. In addition to this digital release, a physical...
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  • Split Fiction is a New and Wild Co-op Adventure from the Makers of It Takes Two

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    • Published: 12-14-2024, 02:32 PM
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    Split Fiction is a New and Wild Co-op Adventure from the Makers of It Takes Two

    Another peak into the creative mind of Josef Fares.

    Josef Fares, founder of Hazelight, took to the stage at The Game Awards to unveil his newest upcoming action-adventure cooperative title. If you liked the award-winning It Takes Two or their previous title, A Way Out, then get ready for Split Fiction.

    Split Fiction will put players into the shoes of contrasting writers Mio and Zoe as they work together through a mix of sci-fi and fantasy worlds. Each character is trying...
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  • Newly Announced Turok Game is Probably Going to Upset Fans of the Original

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    • Published: 12-13-2024, 11:35 PM
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    Newly Announced Turok Game is Probably Going to Upset Fans of the Original

    A new Turok is coming but with some major design changes.

    At The Game Awards, Saber Interactive revealed Turok: Origins to a surprise audience. This would be the latest in the franchise that began about 30 years ago with the Nintendo 64 title, Turok: Dinosaur Hunter. Traditionally, the Turok franchise has been a first-person shooter experience. You would be going in alone against some real angry dinosaurs using a mix of older weaponry and sci-fi futuristic weapons.

    Well,...
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  • Capcom Announced the First New Onimusha Game in Almost Two Decades

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    • Published: 12-13-2024, 06:40 PM
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    Capcom Announced the First New Onimusha Game in Almost Two Decades

    Awesome, but will Jean Reno be in this one?

    Capcom made a surprise announcement last night at The Game Awards when they revealed a trailer for a new Onimusha game. The new game is called Onimusha: Way of the Sword and it will be the first new entry in the series since 2006's Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams. The catch here is that while it was shown off last night, Onimusha: Way of the Sword won't be released until some time in 2026 at the earliest for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and...
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  • Steel Hunters is a Mech Combat Extraction Shooter from the World of Tanks Team

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    • Published: 12-13-2024, 05:58 PM
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    Steel Hunters is a Mech Combat Extraction Shooter from the World of Tanks Team

    What if Wargaming took tanks and added legs to them.

    Wargaming, the company behind all of those "World of" games like World of Tanks revealed their next title at The Game Awards. Wargaming is moving away from their real-world war machines and are taking on the world of mech combat.

    Steel Hunters is Wargaming's upcoming PvPvE mech combat game. Like their World of titles, Steel Hunters is going to be free-to-play once the full release happens. It will blend elements...
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  • Kyora is a 2D Sandbox Adventure from the Core Keeper Devs

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    • Published: 12-13-2024, 04:28 PM
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    Kyora is a 2D Sandbox Adventure from the Core Keeper Devs

    A new adventure for up to 8 players.

    Pugstorm, the studio that brought us the mining filled action-adventure title, Core Keeper, just announced that they are working on a new multiplayer adventure. Their new game is called Kyora and it will allow for up to 8 players to indulge in some magical adventures together.

    Kyora will be coming first to Steam Early Access for PC. The possibility of other platforms for Kyora has not yet been mentioned. Kyora is set to be published...
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  • The Witcher 4 Revealed via CG Trailer at The Game Awards

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    • Published: 12-13-2024, 02:35 PM
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    The Witcher 4 Revealed via CG Trailer at The Game Awards

    Ciri takes center stage.

    If you missed The Game Awards last night, that means you also missed out on a six-minute reveal trailer for The Witcher 4. The Witcher 4 is now the confirmed title for the oft-teased sequel.

    This trailer gives everyone the first look at Ciri, whom will be the main protagonist in the game. We see a segment where Ciri is taking on a witcher contract in a small village that has been "terrorized for generations by a monster demanding ritual...
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  • Thick as Thieves is a Competitive Multiplayer Game from Warren Spector

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    • Published: 12-13-2024, 01:35 PM
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    Thick as Thieves is a Competitive Multiplayer Game from Warren Spector

    From a team made up of former Thief and Deus Ex devs.

    OtherSide Entertainment and Megabit announced a new title at The Game Awards. Thick as Thieves is an immersive stealth-action multiplayer game that is currently aiming for a 2026 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

    OtherSide Entertainment is a game studio made up of various gaming veterans. The studio is led by Warren Spector, Greg LoPiccolo, and Paul Neurath. The members of the team have rather extensive...
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  • Astro Bot Named Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024

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    • Published: 12-12-2024, 11:57 PM
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    Astro Bot Named Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024

    Astro Bot won in four different categories throughout the night.

    The PlayStation 5 exclusive title, Astro Bot, won Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024. The game was up against some stiff competition in the Game of the Year category that included Balatro, Black Myth Wukong, Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and Metaphor: ReFantazio.

    Team Asobi studio lead Nicolas Doucet accepted the award, making sure to thank his development team and PlayStation....
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  • Steam Winter Sale Starts December 19th

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    • Published: 12-12-2024, 07:09 PM
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    Steam Winter Sale Starts December 19th

    Treat yourself to some games after your friends and family got you nothing for Christmas.

    The Steam Winter Sale is just around the corner, or around the "snow drift" according to Valve. The annual sale begins one week from now on December 19th at 10AM PT. This will be the start of two weeks (ends January 2nd at 10AM) of discounts and demos for games on Steam. How many games? At least four.

    The Steam Winter Sale will include free Steam Stickers given if you...
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  • Former Bungie Director is Suing Sony and Bungie for Over $200 Million

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    • Published: 12-12-2024, 06:32 PM
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    Former Bungie Director is Suing Sony and Bungie for Over $200 Million

    The former director of Marathon says the allegations against him are untrue and that he's owed $50 million.

    Chris Barrett is suing both Sony and Bungie for over $200 million. He claims that he was wrongfully terminated from Bungie and that he is owed nearly $50 million under an employment agreement. Barrett is also denying allegations of inappropriate behavior while employed at Bungie.

    The lawsuit spans 81 pages and includes seven counts against both Bungie and Sony....
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  • Post Malone's Murder Circus is Live in Hunt: Showdown 1896

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    • Published: 12-12-2024, 03:47 PM
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    Post Malone's Murder Circus is Live in Hunt: Showdown 1896

    New dangers lurk under the big top.

    Crytek and acclaimed singer Post Malone have teamed up, as previously announced, for Post Malone's Murder Circus in Hunt: Showdown 1896. This event should be live from today, December 12th, through to February 10, 2025 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

    The event also coincides with the return of an upgraded and overhauled Lawson Delta map. This map has undergone "significant enhancements" based off of community...
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  • The Spirit of the Samurai Now Available

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    • Published: 12-12-2024, 02:57 PM
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    The Spirit of the Samurai Now Available

    Stop motion action.

    A new 2D action-adventure game that features a stop-motion style of animation, The Spirit of the Samurai, is now available. This new title comes to you from Kwalee and developer Digital Mind S.L., and can be yours for just $19.99 via Steam. Yes, there is a launch discount that brings that price down to just $15.99 for a limited time.

    The Spirit of the Samurai is also included in a bundle with Trek to Yomi and Blasphemous 2. This bundle of three titles...
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  • Steam is Giving Players More Control Over When Updates are Downloaded

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 12-11-2024, 08:44 PM
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    Steam is Giving Players More Control Over When Updates are Downloaded

    Stick to the schedule or don't.

    A while back, Valve pushed out an update for Steam that made it so game updates wouldn't always download the moment they were pushed live. Instead, they would automatically download on a "schedule" that presumably took into account how often you played the game and when the last time was that you played the game that was just updated. I believe they rolled this whole scheduled download update at some point in the early days of the Covid lockdown...
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  • How Many Games Did You Complete in 2025?
    by Shawn Zipay
    Make 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 2025
    33.33%
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    I completed up to 10 games
    50.00%
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    I completed more than 10 games
    16.67%
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