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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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  • Genshin Impact Collabs with McDonald's for a Special Event

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    • Published: 09-10-2024, 04:16 PM
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    Genshin Impact Collabs with McDonald's for a Special Event

    Yes, this is for the US.

    From September 17 through September 29, Genshin Impact fans will be able to get special rewards by ordering McDonald's. This collaboration will offer "two limited-edition products for players and customers in the United States."

    This collaboration between HoYoverse's Genshin Impact and McDonald's will give fans an opportunity to earn unique in-game rewards. Fans will have to use the McDonald's app and they will have to purchase limited-time...
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  • Former Sony President Say People Laid Off from the Games Industry Should 'Drive an Uber'

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    • Published: 09-10-2024, 03:34 PM
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    Former Sony President Say People Laid Off from the Games Industry Should 'Drive an Uber'

    "That's life."

    Former Sony Computer Entertainment Europe president Chris Deering firmly believes that the recent layoffs that have plagued the gaming industry for the last few years now are not the result of corporate greed.

    On a recent episode of Simon Parkin's podcast, My Perfect Console (via Eurogamer), Deering says that those who have lost their jobs should "drive an Uber" or "go to the beach for a year." While I'm sure it would be easy...
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  • PlayStation 5 Pro Announced - Out November 7 for $700, No Disc Drive Included

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    • Published: 09-10-2024, 11:45 AM
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    PlayStation 5 Pro Announced - Out November 7 for $700, No Disc Drive Included

    If you want the full PS5 Pro experience, that'll be $780 before tax.

    Sony officially announced the PlayStation 5 Pro today via a nine minute long video hosted by Mark Cerny. It is probably exactly what you expected from a "Pro" revision to the base PlayStation 5 experience. It features an upgraded GPU, better ray tracing, and "AI-driven upscaling" that Sony calls PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution.

    The PlayStation 5 Pro will be priced at at $699.99...
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  • Sony Quietly Increases Price of DualSense Controllers by $5

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    • Published: 09-09-2024, 05:48 PM
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    Sony Quietly Increases Price of DualSense Controllers by $5

    This stealth price increase makes the DualSense $5 more expensive everywhere.

    After the news about the upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro reveal, it's time to bring the mood back down a bit. Sony seems to have made a stealth change to the cost of their PlayStation 5 DualSense controllers. Every model and color will now cost you $5 more than it did prior to today. The price increase seems to have been spotted first by Wario64. In searching around, Wario64 noted that many retailers recently bu...
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  • PlayStation 5 Pro Reveal on September 10

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    • Published: 09-09-2024, 04:40 PM
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    PlayStation 5 Pro Reveal on September 10

    The "Pro" of course being that consummate professional, Mark Cerny.

    The Lead Architect behind the PlayStation 5 console and father to Knack, Mark Cerny, will host a special Technical Presentation on something PlayStation 5 related tomorrow. Sony made an announcement earlier today that on Tuesday, September 10th at 11AM (ET), they will give "a technical presentation that focuses on PS5 and innovations in gaming technology."

    Sony did not state that...
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  • Destiny Celebrates Ten Year Anniversary with New Announcements for the Future

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    • Published: 09-09-2024, 03:01 PM
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    Destiny Celebrates Ten Year Anniversary with New Announcements for the Future

    Expect two expansions per year and four major content drops annually.

    Destiny is now ten years old. The first game released on September 9, 2014 back on the ancient PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, and Xbox One platforms. The series sure has had its many ups and many downs but it's somehow lasted long enough to reach this 10 year anniversary milestone.

    This 10-year anniversary celebration includes things like nostalgic in-game armor, various physical items, neat...
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  • Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Officially Released

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    • Published: 09-09-2024, 01:32 PM
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    Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Officially Released

    For everyone this time!

    Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive officially launched Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 today. This is the release that is available to everyone, not just those that pre-ordered the expensive version of the game.

    Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is a third-person action shooter with plenty of explodey bits, big weapons, and melee action. Having just completed the main campaign last night with a couple of co-op pals, I can say that the game...
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  • NBA 2K25 Released

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    • Published: 09-06-2024, 07:21 PM
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    NBA 2K25 Released

    The next-gen version is on PC for the first time.

    Sorry, I meant to say that the "new gen" version is available for the first time on PC. NBA 2K25 is now available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, and PC. As stated, the PC release is now the "new gen" version of the game for the first time. That means it has feature parity with the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions of the game.

    NBA 2K25 boasts some new features...
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  • Polaris Pre-Alpha Test Delayed

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    • Published: 09-06-2024, 02:23 PM
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    Polaris Pre-Alpha Test Delayed

    Will start later this fall.

    Those interested in the pre-alpha test for co-op shooter Polaris will have to wait a bit longer. Developer Variable State announced that they have to delay the pre-alpha test until later this fall.

    The studio notes that they want to further polish the early build for an improved playtest experience.

    Those who are still interested in getting into the test, now have a bit of extra time to do so. All you need to do is sign up for...
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  • Ace Attorney Investigations Collection Now Available

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    • Published: 09-06-2024, 01:28 PM
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    Ace Attorney Investigations Collection Now Available

    These are the ones where you play as Miles Edgeworth.

    Ace Attorney Investigations Collection is now available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC. Going for $39.99, this collection includes two Miles Edgeworth focused titles: Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth and Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor's Gambit.

    The first game was originally released in 2009. The second game never actually came out in the West, making this collection the first time...
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  • Frostpunk 2 'What You Need to Know' Ahead of Launch

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    • Published: 09-06-2024, 12:30 PM
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    Frostpunk 2 'What You Need to Know' Ahead of Launch

    11 bit studios offers up the ultimate breakdown on what you should know.

    Frostpunk 2 is very nearly here and for some people the concept of a survival city builder may seem a little daunting. In addition to the series of developer insight videos, 11 bit studios is now also sharing the "ultimate 'What You Need to Know'" ahead of the game's release on September 20, 2024 (or the 17th if you get the Digital Deluxe Edition).

    This "ultimate" guide includes...
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  • Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Early Unlock is Now Available

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    • Published: 09-05-2024, 04:06 PM
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    Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Early Unlock is Now Available

    The "regular" release is still a few days away.

    Those that paid more to play early can now play Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 as the early unlock period kicked off today. The early release offers four days of advanced access on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The regular release will be out on September 9th.

    Today's release for those that pre-ordered the Gold or Ultra Editions of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 offers full access to everything in the...
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  • Frostpunk 2 to Let Players Create Multiple Colonies

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    • Published: 09-05-2024, 02:57 PM
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    Frostpunk 2 to Let Players Create Multiple Colonies

    Because managing just one colony wasn't stressful enough.

    The latest episode of the Frostpunk 2 "City Unbound" development diary series from 11 bit studios reveals a new and very game changing feature: Multiple colonies.

    In Frostpunk 2, it will be possible to expand New London to the point where it will be possible to create and manage multiple colonies all over the frostland. Frostpunk 2 game directors Lukasz Juszczyk and Jakub Stokalski shared a bit of information...
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  • Patch 7 for Baldur's Gate 3 Out Now on PC

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    • Published: 09-05-2024, 02:31 PM
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    Patch 7 for Baldur's Gate 3 Out Now on PC

    New endings, official mod support, split-screen and more.

    Patch 7 for Baldur's Gate 3 is now available for those on PC. This update is the last major update planned for Baldur's Gate 3, but it still comes packed with new content. Those on consoles and Mac will have to wait until October for this update to roll out.

    Some of the highlights of this update were touched upon last week at PAX. Patch 7 adds in new cinematic endings for all you evil players out there. There...
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  • Balatro Hits Mobile on September 26th

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    • Published: 09-05-2024, 02:09 PM
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    Balatro Hits Mobile on September 26th

    Take your addiction on the go.

    The popular roguelike deckbuilding game, Balatro, will soon hit mobile devices. On September 26 a mobile release of Balatro will hit Apple Arcade, the iOS App Store, and Android's Google Play. Pre-registrations are available right now.

    Balatro was a huge hit when it released on Steam in February 2024. The game went on to sell over two million units over about six months. ...
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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
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    I completed more than 10 games
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