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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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  • Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Announced

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-24-2024, 11:59 AM
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    Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Announced

    Confirmation comes after a series of teases and various leaks.

    Activision confirms that 2024's Call of Duty release is Black Ops 6. This comes after various official teases and some not-so-official leaks. The official Call of Duty Twitter account says that the next entry will be a "dark new chapter" in the Black Ops franchise.

    The official confirmation came after a teaser video was put up for the next Call of Duty entry. The video shows a group of people vandalizing...
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  • New Sydney Sneakabouts DLC Out Now for VR Spy Thriller Espire 1

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    • Published: 05-23-2024, 11:03 PM
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    New Sydney Sneakabouts DLC Out Now for VR Spy Thriller Espire 1

    The first paid DLC for the VR stealth experience.

    Espire 1: VR Operative just announced a new Sydney Sneakabouts Mission Pack DLC. This is the first paid piece of content announced for the VR stealth action title since it was released back in 2019. Sydney Sneakabouts should be available for purchase right now on the Meta Quest Store for the Quest, Quest 2, and Quest 3. The suggested retail price is just $4.99.

    This DLC will be released on other VR storefronts, such as...
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  • Warhammer 40,0000: Space Marine 2 Multiplayer Trailer

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    • Published: 05-23-2024, 03:59 PM
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    Warhammer 40,0000: Space Marine 2 Multiplayer Trailer

    Purge the heretics with some friends!

    Saber Interactive and their publisher, Focus Entertainment, shared a new trailer for the multiplayer component of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. The PvE content allows a group of three to purge all the heretics together through various Operations.

    There are various 6v6 PvP modes to engage in. These modes include: Annihilation, Seize Ground, and Capture & Control. New for Space Marine 2 are the PvE Operations. The three-player...
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  • Destiny 2: The Final Shape ViDoc Released

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    • Published: 05-23-2024, 03:03 PM
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    Destiny 2: The Final Shape ViDoc Released

    The first of two new behind the scenes videos.

    As the release of The Final Shape expansion for Destiny 2 draws ever nearer, Bungie is ramping up the last-minute details and reveals to fans. Today, the studio released the first of two planned ViDocs to show the development process for this expansion.

    This footage offers a deep dive into the narrative process, the new Pale Heart location, some details on the new Dread faction, and more. ...
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  • Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 Announced

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    • Published: 05-23-2024, 01:56 PM
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    Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 Announced

    More purging is coming, but wait your turn first!

    Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 was just announced. This is a sequel to the well reviewed turn-based tactical game developed by Kasedo Games and Bulwark Studios. This sequel is in development for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

    This reveal, along with several others, was made during today's Warhammer Skulls Showcase hosted by Games Workshop. Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 was merely announced today and does not...
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  • Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 'Forges of Corruption' DLC Announced

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-23-2024, 01:21 PM
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    Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 'Forges of Corruption' DLC Announced

    Purge even more heretics!

    Those of you who loved playing through the old-school style shooting in Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, will be happy to hear there is more on the way! On June 18th, the "Forges of Corruption" DLC will be released from Focus Entertainment and Auroch Digital. This new DLC is coming to PlayStation, Xbox, and PC on that date. A Nintendo Switch release is happening, but it will arrive later.

    Forges of Corruption offers you new environments...
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  • Akuma Added to Street Fighter 6

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    • Published: 05-22-2024, 02:02 PM
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    Akuma Added to Street Fighter 6

    Plus a new balance update, cosmetics, and more.

    Capcom just added Akuma to the Street Fighter 6 roster today. The "master of the fist" is available to play now on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. You can enjoy a little Akuma action across all three game modes: Fighting Ground, World Tour, and Battle Hub.

    Also live today are two new Battle Hub experiences, four new Outfit 3 designs, and "a slew" of new battle balance...
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  • Latest Chivalry 2 Content Update Offers Kingly Battles (Updated)

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-22-2024, 01:42 PM
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    Latest Chivalry 2 Content Update Offers Kingly Battles (Updated)

    Everything comes to an end eventually (or not).


    Update: The original press release for this update stated that it was the "final free content update" for Chivalry 2. An updated release has since removed the word "final" from that statement.

    It looks like there may still be more content to come after this update? The original, unedited post can still be found below.

    Original: Torn banner Studios and their publisher, Tripwire Presents,...
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  • IGN Entertainment Buys Eurogamer, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun, and More

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-21-2024, 05:08 PM
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    IGN Entertainment Buys Eurogamer, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun, and More

    And they laid off a bunch of industry veterans in the process.

    Ziff Davis subsidiary, IGN Entertainment, just purchased Gamer Network and all of its properties for an undisclosed amount. Gamer Network owns media publications such as Eurogamer, GamesIndustry.biz, Rock Paper Shotgun, and VG247.

    As a result of this acquisition, a number of redundancies were laid off from their positions. So far, some of the confirmed layoffs include Alice Bell from Rock Paper Shotgun, Stephany...
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  • Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Story Trailer

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-21-2024, 03:26 PM
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    Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Story Trailer

    There is a lot of fire and feet in this trailer.

    FromSoftware and Bandai Namco released a story trailer for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. This new story trailer does contain some story elements, which is probably not all that surprising to hear, so consider yourself warned for spoilers.

    This seems to be a CGI trailer only, so if you're worried about seeing any gameplay, you won't have to worry about that with this. The focus of the trailer is learning the history...
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  • The Witcher 3 REDkit Modding Tools Now Available

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-21-2024, 02:49 PM
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    The Witcher 3 REDkit Modding Tools Now Available

    Utilize some of the same features CDPR uses during development.

    CD Projekt Red just released The Witcher 3 REDkit, a "comprehensive and advanced modding tool for PC that gives players access to many of the same features used by developers of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt."

    Today's public release of this toolkit comes after a beta test with over 18,000 participants. REDkit is free to everybody that owns The Witcher 3 through GOG, Epic Games Store, and Steam. The...
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  • Crime Boss: Rockay City Comes to Steam June 18

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-21-2024, 02:00 PM
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    Crime Boss: Rockay City Comes to Steam June 18

    It brings with it a year's worth of improvements.

    Crime Boss: Rockay City first released on March 28, 2023 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and on PC via the Epic Games Store. This is the game that pulled in some of the lowest review scores of 2023.

    In the 12+ months since that initial release, Ingame Studios and 505 Games released a considerable number of updates that fixed issues, addressed gameplay concerns, and even added new content. Is the game better now? I...
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  • Battlefield 2042 'Future Strike' Event Revealed

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    • Published: 05-21-2024, 01:18 PM
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    Battlefield 2042 'Future Strike' Event Revealed

    New in-game event begins May 28th.

    DICE just shared the first details on the upcoming Future Strike event for Battlefield 2042. This upcoming in-game event will be free to all Battlefield 2042 players and is expected to run from May 28 through to June 10, 2024.

    This limited-time event adds a new alliance that is tied to the story. This is assuming you know about the story in Battlefield 2042 or even care about it to begin with, of course. The more important part is that...
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  • System Shock Remake Out Now on PlayStation and Xbox

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-21-2024, 11:58 AM
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    System Shock Remake Out Now on PlayStation and Xbox

    The fantastic remake is out now.

    Nightdive Studios' fantastic remake of the classic 1994 sci-fi action game, System Shock, is now available on console. Those on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S can now experience the remake that received high critical acclaim when it released on PC in 2023.

    This remake of System Shock blends together gameplay from the original release with new HD visuals, updated controls, a near totally overhauled user interface...
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  • After Three Years, Square Enix Finally Remembered Kingdom Hearts Wasn't on Steam Yet

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-20-2024, 09:27 PM
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    After Three Years, Square Enix Finally Remembered Kingdom Hearts Wasn't on Steam Yet

    Wow, Square really is serious about ditching platform exclusives.

    The PC release of the Kingdom Hearts games happened way back in 2021. However, the PC release then did come with a catch and that catch was that it was exclusive to the Epic Games Store. Like many games that have come before and after it, many believed that it would be an Epic Games Store exclusive for a year at most.

    That year turned to two, then two years became three years. Finally, after over a three-year...
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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
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