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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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  • Diablo 4 Black Friday Deals Include 25% Off Vessel of Hatred Expansion

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    • Published: 11-22-2024, 05:33 PM
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    Diablo 4 Black Friday Deals Include 25% Off Vessel of Hatred Expansion

    Plus get a free boost to level 50.

    Blizzard kicked off their Black Friday deals early for Diablo 4. You can save up to 40% on the base version of Diablo 4 and up to 25% off of all Vessel of Hatred editions. This sale also means that you can purchase both Diablo 4 and the Vessel of Hatred expansion for 35% off, or just $44.99. Then you also have things like the Deluxe and Ultimate Editions of Vessel of Hatred if you want.

    If you don't yet own Vessel of Hatred but want...
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  • Path of Exile 2 Early Access Supporter Packs Start at Just $30

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    • Published: 11-22-2024, 03:42 PM
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    Path of Exile 2 Early Access Supporter Packs Start at Just $30

    If you want to play early, you have to pay.

    Yesterday, Grinding Gear Games aired a long livestream where a ton of great Path of Exile 2 information was shared. During the presentation, it was revealed that $30 is the lowest price anybody will have to pay to gain access to the Path of Exile 2 Early Access release. While the full release of Path of Exile 2 will be free, just as its predecessor is, you will have to spend some dosh to play when Early Access drops on December 6th. This...
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  • WoW Classic 20th Anniversary Edition Realms are Live

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    • Published: 11-21-2024, 05:46 PM
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    WoW Classic 20th Anniversary Edition Realms are Live

    It's time for a fresh start... again.

    Blizzard just launched the 20th Anniversary Edition realms for World of Warcraft: Classic. These realms are a totally fresh start where players will create new characters and progress through content phases over the course of several months. These realms launch with some quality of life improvements (detailed below) that were made since the launch of WoW Classic in 2019.

    These fresh servers are for those who want to experience what...
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  • Hawkeye Announced for Marvel Rivals Roster

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    • Published: 11-21-2024, 04:57 PM
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    Hawkeye Announced for Marvel Rivals Roster

    A new map based in Wakanda was also announced.

    Marvel and NetEase announced today that Clint Barton, better known as Hawkeye, will be joining the launch roster for Marvel Rivals. In addition, the studios revealed the Birnin T'Challa Wakanda map that will also be included with the game at launch.

    We also got word about a Season 0, Doom's Rise, that will kick off with the launch of the game on December 6. This pre-season season will run for a month and include a total...
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  • Steam Autumn Sale Begins November 27

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    • Published: 11-21-2024, 03:26 PM
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    Steam Autumn Sale Begins November 27

    Stuff your game library while you stuff your face.

    Valve shared that we are about a week away from the 2024 Steam Autumn Sale kicking off. This year's Steam Autumn Sale will run from November 27 through December 4.

    You know what this is about by now. If you don't find the deal you're looking for during this sale, there will be another sale around Christmas time as usual. ...
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  • Square Enix Says No to Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth DLC as Studio Focuses on Part 3

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    • Published: 11-21-2024, 02:39 PM
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    Square Enix Says No to Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth DLC as Studio Focuses on Part 3

    No Intergrade-like release is in the works.

    Square Enix says that they are focused on making the third part for their Final Fantasy 7 remake trilogy and are not working on any DLC for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This news come via an interview between The Daily Star and game director Naoki Hamaguchi.

    Fans were expecting, or at least hopeful, for some DLC for Rebirth after Final Fantasy 7: Remake received some sizable DLC after release. That Remake DLC was called Intermission...
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  • Gaming Industry Milestone: First Motion Capture Studio Workers Union Forms at 2K

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    • Published: 11-21-2024, 02:39 PM
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    Gaming Industry Milestone: First Motion Capture Studio Workers Union Forms at 2K

    Here's something that's shaking up the gaming world: motion capture studio workers at 2K's facility are making waves by forming the industry's first mocap union. It's a big deal that could reshape how things work behind the scenes of your favorite games. While you might not think much about the people who bring your digital characters to life, this move could change how games are made for years to come. Think about the last game you played with stunning character movements - chances are, that w...
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  • Steam Supposedly Getting 'Proper' Season Pass Support

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    • Published: 11-20-2024, 07:19 PM
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    Steam Supposedly Getting 'Proper' Season Pass Support

    Valve wants those promises of future content in writing.

    Valve is making some changes to how Season Pass content and purchases are made through Steam. As spotted by SteamDB creator Pavel Djundik, Valve has updated their Steamworks Documentation with significant changes to the handling of Season Passes and the promise of future game content.

    Valve will now require that all Season Passes sold through Steam include the following information before people can make their...
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  • Epic Increasing Price of Fortnite Battle Pass on December 1

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    • Published: 11-20-2024, 05:39 PM
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    Epic Increasing Price of Fortnite Battle Pass on December 1

    It's not much, but it's the first ever increase for the Battle Pass.

    For the first time ever, Epic Games is increasing the price of the Fortnite Battle Pass from 950 V-Bucks to 1,000 V-Bucks. Interestingly, Epic is decreasing the cost of their 25 Battle Pass Reward Bundle from 1,850 V-Bucks down to 1,800 V-Bucks. The Battle Bundle that includes both the Battle Pass and 25 Battle Pass rewards will run you 2,800 V-Bucks.

    In terms of real world money, 1,000 V-Bucks will...
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  • Opera GX Browser Update Offers Redesigned UI, Forced Dark Mode, and Performance Gains

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    • Published: 11-20-2024, 03:57 PM
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    Opera GX Browser Update Offers Redesigned UI, Forced Dark Mode, and Performance Gains

    The browser released its biggest update ever.

    Opera announced that they just released the biggest ever update for their Opera GX browser since its 2019 debut. Dubbed the "browser for gamers," Opera GX's newest update includes a new user interface, design language, a forced dark mode, performance improvements, and more.

    The biggest design change for this update is something Opera calls "Underwave." This is "a design approach that gives the browser...
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  • Hunt: Showdown 1896 Collaborates with Post Malone

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    • Published: 11-20-2024, 03:33 PM
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    Hunt: Showdown 1896 Collaborates with Post Malone

    The artist says he's a huge fan of the game.

    Crytek just shared an interview and Q&A session with the musical artist Post Malone. Today's release is a video of that Q&A session between Malone and Hunt: Showdown 1896 game director Scott Lussier.

    The two discuss everything from Malone's love of gaming, including Hunt, to some new traits that are coming. The two also tease an upcoming collaboration that will feature something Post Malone related in Hunt: Showdown...
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  • Stalker 2 Heart of Chornobyl is Now Available

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    • Published: 11-20-2024, 01:59 PM
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    Stalker 2 Heart of Chornobyl is Now Available

    Against all odds, the sequel is here.

    GSC Game World released S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl today on Xbox Series X|S and on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and the Windows Store. Stalker 2 is also available right now for Game Pass subscribers.

    his release comes after "a long and challenging development cycle that included the pandemic, relocations, cyberattacks, a fire in the Prague office, and, above all, the ongoing war in Ukraine, which continues...
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  • Latest Trailer for A Minecraft Movie is All About Steve

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    • Published: 11-19-2024, 04:43 PM
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    Latest Trailer for A Minecraft Movie is All About Steve

    Yeah... he's still Steve.

    If you ever wanted to know how Steve ended up in Minecraft in the first place, apparently A Minecraft Movie will finally explore that hidden lore. The newest trailer for A Minecraft Movie explores the origins of Minecraft Steve, played in the film by Jack Black.

    This new trailer for the live-action Minecraft film shows a young Steve, a Steve full of hope and lofty ambitions to work the mines. Poor Steve could never work those mines because "something...
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  • Destiny 2 Revenant Act 2 Update Released

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    • Published: 11-19-2024, 02:50 PM
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    Destiny 2 Revenant Act 2 Update Released

    Get ready to make even more Tonics.

    The changelog for today's release of Act 2 of Destiny 2: Revenant was shared by Bungie earlier today. The update kicks off the start of several weeks to work through the second Act before Act 3 is released.

    Obviously this second Act includes new Season Pass levels and rewards, new Artifact perks, new Tonics to brew (oh boy), new Fieldwork missions, some new weapons, and some new story. If the story is as meaty as the first Act, you...
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  • Warhammer 40K: Darktide 'Grim Protocols' Update Trailer

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    • Published: 11-19-2024, 02:19 PM
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    Warhammer 40K: Darktide 'Grim Protocols' Update Trailer

    New content arrives in December.

    Fatshark shared a trailer for Grim Protocols, an upcoming free update for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. This update will be released on December 3 across all platforms. This also happens to be the same day that Darktide releases on PlayStation 5.

    Grim Protocols includes a new game mode, new missions, three new weapon families, a special anniversary event, and more. Some of that "and more" includes various yet undisclosed quality...
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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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