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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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  • Visions of Mana Demo Now Available

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    • Published: 07-30-2024, 12:48 PM
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    Visions of Mana Demo Now Available

    Get it now on consoles and PC.

    A demo for Square Enix's upcoming Visions of Mana RPG was released for all platforms. Those players on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC can get a small sample of what is in store when the full game launches on August 29, 2024.

    The demo for Visions of Man will showcase part of the journey that begins a bit into Chapter 1. You will start at Rime Falls and continue into areas such as Fallow Steppe and Rhata Harbor. There's...
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  • Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra to be Published by Embracer-owned Plaion

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    • Published: 07-29-2024, 04:32 PM
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    Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra to be Published by Embracer-owned Plaion

    The joke writes itself.

    Embracer will utilize one of its remaining heads to publish Amy Hennig's new Marvel game. Plaion, the Embracer-owned company, will be the publisher behind Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra.

    Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra being the upcoming action-adventure game that focuses on Captain America, Azzuri, Gabriel Jones, and Nanali. It's set in Occupied Paris in the 1940s.

    Though there is no release date for the game set just yet, it's looking like...
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  • Cosmic Horror Dark and Deep Hits Steam in August

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    • Published: 07-29-2024, 02:45 PM
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    Cosmic Horror Dark and Deep Hits Steam in August

    This is "hand-crafted" cosmic horror.

    Solo developer Walter Woods just announced a release date of August 13, 2024 for his "hand-crafted cosmic horror" game, Dark and Deep.

    This game will be available through Steam on this date. It saw a successful showcase at PAX East recently and was also part of a recent Steam Next Fest. Dark and Deep is inspired by the illustrations of the 19th century artist Gustave Doré. The game "invites you to feel the...
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  • Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions First Gameplay Trailer

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    • Published: 07-29-2024, 12:39 PM
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    Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions First Gameplay Trailer

    Yer a Snitch, Harry.

    Warner Bros. Games just shared the first gameplay trailer for Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions. This new game will offer fans the chance to play through various Quidditch matches, something that was notably absent from 2023's Hogwarts Legacy.

    This "Welcome Students" trailer gives a first look at the fast-paced gameplay you will experience for yourself if you purchase the game. There will be a single player Career Mode and Online Competitive...
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  • Valorant Beta Opens Up on PlayStation and Xbox

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    • Published: 07-26-2024, 09:40 PM
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    Valorant Beta Opens Up on PlayStation and Xbox

    Still technically in beta but open to everyone.

    Riot Games has opened the doors to all would-be Valorant players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The tactical team-based shooter was previously in a closed beta on consoles prior to today, but now anybody can join.

    Valorant on consoles is still technically considered to be a beta, so issues may pop up here or there. The game remains free-to-play and does feature some slight tweaks to the gameplay compared to the PC...
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  • PlayStation VR2 App Hits Steam

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-26-2024, 02:19 PM
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    PlayStation VR2 App Hits Steam

    The app is required for the initial setup.

    The PlayStation VR2 PC Adaptor is still on track to be released on August 7, 2024. This $60 adapter seems to be just one of the two requirements you need in order to get your PlayStation VR2 hardware up and running on your computer.

    In addition to the adaptor, you will need to run the PlayStation VR2 App. The app, which can be found via Steam, will be required for the initial setup to play Steam VR games on PlayStation VR2....
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  • Budget for BioShock Movie Scaled Way Back

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-25-2024, 11:53 PM
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    Budget for BioShock Movie Scaled Way Back

    Big Daddy about to wear a cardboard suit.

    The Netflix film adaptation of BioShock is said to be "reconfigured" to be a "more personal" film. That is a polite way of saying that Netflix has cut the budget back significantly for BioShock.

    This unfortunate news was shared via Variety and comes direct from BioShock producer Roy Lee during a San Diego Comic-Con panel. Lee has produced films such as It, The Departed, and The Ring. The BioShock movie is...
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  • Overwatch 2 Might Bring Back 6v6

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-25-2024, 07:29 PM
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    Overwatch 2 Might Bring Back 6v6

    What was the point of the sequel again?

    Overwatch 2 was "necessary" because it was going to introduce all this campaign content and move to a 5v5 format. Those were the reasons why these changes couldn't have just been made to the original Overwatch, or so it was claimed. That campaign content was ditched and now Blizzard is talking about going back to 6v6.

    So, what was the point of the sequel again?

    In the latest blog post from the Overwatch 2 team...
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  • SAG-AFTRA Calls for a Video Game Strike Effective July 26

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    • Published: 07-25-2024, 05:11 PM
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    SAG-AFTRA Calls for a Video Game Strike Effective July 26

    A year and a half later and negotiations have apparently gone nowhere.

    The Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has called for a strike. This strike will begin at 12:01AM on July 26, 2024. This strike comes after SAG-AFTRA unanimously agreed earlier this week to call for a strike at will in an effort to protect voice actors from generative AI technologies.

    This strike comes "after more than a year and a half of negotiations...
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  • Steam Tower Defense Fest on Monday

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-25-2024, 04:18 PM
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    Steam Tower Defense Fest on Monday

    A new Steam Fest begins July 29th.

    Valve announced that the Tower Defense Fest will begin on July 29 at 10AM PT on Steam. This Fest will focus on titles that deal with "building and defending your tower; and combatting and destroying your enemies in the process."

    Valve's trailer shows off just a few of the titles that will be included in this Fest. Some of the titles include games like X-Morph: Defense, Element TD2, The Riftbreaker, Orcs Must Die! 3, Defense...
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  • S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 is Delayed Once Again

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    • Published: 07-25-2024, 03:58 PM
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    S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 is Delayed Once Again

    You've waited 14 years, what's another few months?

    Announced in 2010, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl has been hit by a string of delays due to a variety of reasons. Understandably, the game's more recent delays have a lot to do with Russia's invasion of Ukraine, where developer GSC Game World calls home.

    The most recent release for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 had it dropping on September 5, 2024. With today's delay, that date shifts to November 20th. This new update allows...
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  • Hunt: Showdown 1896 to Bring Multiple Engine Upgrades

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    • Published: 07-25-2024, 02:44 PM
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    Hunt: Showdown 1896 to Bring Multiple Engine Upgrades

    Will run on a newer version of Cryengine.

    Crytek announced that their popular mutliplayer PvPvE game, Hunt: Showdown, will get a fresh release on August 15, 2024 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. It's called Hunt: Showdown 1896 and it will offer a new game engine and a bunch of new content.

    From the sounds of things, Hunt: Showdown 1896 will be a free upgrade for those players making the jump from the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of Hunt: Showdown. That...
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  • Earth Defense Force 6 Released

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    • Published: 07-25-2024, 01:56 PM
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    Earth Defense Force 6 Released

    This game is full of bugs.

    Earth Defense Force 6 is now available to purchase on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam. The Standard Edition begins at $59.99, with PlayStation getting a Deluxe Edition for $89.99. There is a 10% discount for the first two weeks of launch.

    Earth Defense Force 6 was already released prior to today, but only in Japan. This is the first time that the game was released in North America and Europe. Those that do pick up today's release...
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  • White Day 2 Complete Edition Hits Consoles on August 15

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-25-2024, 01:22 PM
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    White Day 2 Complete Edition Hits Consoles on August 15

    Will include all episodes and all DLC.

    White Day 2: The Flower That Tells Lies Complete Edition will be released on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on August 15. In addition, this version is available to purchase right now through Steam for you PC players out there.

    This release includes all three episodes for the game along with every piece of released DLC. There will be 7 additional costumes for characters included.

    This game is a sequel to the original...
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  • Fallout London Now Available

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-24-2024, 11:53 PM
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    Fallout London Now Available

    Prep the tea.

    Fallout London, the massive fan created total conversion mod for Fallout 4, is now available. You can download Fallout London from GOG.

    Even though the mod is available through GOG, it will work for both the Steam and GOG versions of Fallout 4: Game of the Year Edition. There are specific instructions for the Steam version that you will need to follow for installation though. The Steam install of the mod is a bit more complicated than the GOG version. There...
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