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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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  • Blades of Fire Released on Steam Alongside Big 2.0 Update

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    • Published: 05-14-2026, 04:08 PM
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    Blades of Fire Released on Steam Alongside Big 2.0 Update

    The 2.0 update is out today for all platforms.

    Blades of Fire makes it Steam debut today after enjoying some PC exclusive time on the Epic Games Store. MercurySteam and 505 Games are also rolling out the Version 2.0 update for this dark fantasy action-adventure across PlayStation, Xbox, and the aforementioned Epic version.

    Today's release and update includes major improvements to the game, new achievements, Steam Deck support, the Adventurer Pack, artbook, and original...
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  • Kickstarter is Latest Service to Ban Adult Content Because of Stripe

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    • Published: 05-13-2026, 07:38 PM
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    Kickstarter is Latest Service to Ban Adult Content Because of Stripe

    Seems like the payment processor Stripe may be to blame.

    Kickstarter joins Steam and Itch.io in banning adult content as the crowdfunding platform seemingly kowtows to the payment processor Stripe. Within the past few days, the rules page on Kickstarter was updated to include very specific prohibitions for several different forms of NSFW and adult content.

    Mike Wolfer, a writer and artist, says that Kickstarter emailed creators starting in March 2026, informing them...
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  • Nvidia Announces DLSS Support for Forza Horizon 6, Directive 8020, and More

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    • Published: 05-13-2026, 01:05 PM
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    Nvidia Announces DLSS Support for Forza Horizon 6, Directive 8020, and More

    Plus a new 007 First Light RTX bundle.

    Nvidia shared news today of a handful of games that now support DLSS technologies for those with GeForce RTX cards. These new titles include the upcoming Forza Horizon 6, the newly released Directive 8020, and the also upcoming Early Access launch of Subnautica 2.

    On top of this, Nvidia also shares that there is a new 007 First Light GeForce RTX 50 Series Bundle coming May 27. If you buy any of the participating RTX 50 Series cards...
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  • Directive 8020 Released

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    • Published: 05-12-2026, 05:45 PM
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    Directive 8020 Released

    In space, nobody can hear your choices.

    Supermassive Games, the studio behind horror adventures such as Until Dawn and The Quarry, just released Directive 8020 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. This latest is a cinematic sci-fi survival horror adventure. It's also the latest in The Dark Pictures series, despite not carrying the name.

    The Earth is dying. It's also dying in Directive 8020, which is why a ship was sent out 12 light-years from home to Tau Ceti...
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  • Subnautica 2 is the Latest Game to Be Leaked Early

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    • Published: 05-12-2026, 03:46 PM
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    Subnautica 2 is the Latest Game to Be Leaked Early

    The source of this leak is not yet known.

    What do LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Forza Horizon 6, Death Stranding 2, and Subnautica 2 have in common? They were all somehow leaked ahead of their official release date.

    Two days ahead of its Early Access release, Subnautica 2 seems to have been leaked online in some form of a playable state. Several images and even some gameplay clips, presumably from the PC release of the game, have been compiled on Reddit's ...
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  • Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Out Now on Switch 2

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    • Published: 05-12-2026, 01:31 PM
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    Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Out Now on Switch 2

    Pocket Indy.

    Switch 2 owners can now go on a globe trotting adventure with Dr. Jones. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, one of the best games released in 2025, is now available for the Switch 2.

    MachineGames crafted one hell of a Nazi punching simulator that you can now take with you on the go. There are "thrilling set pieces, intricate puzzle-solving, and intense hand-to-hand combat." As previously discussed, this game takes place between the events of Raiders...
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  • 007 First Light to Run at 60 FPS on PlayStation 5 Pro

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    • Published: 05-11-2026, 06:39 PM
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    007 First Light to Run at 60 FPS on PlayStation 5 Pro

    The smoothest Bond possible.

    IO Interactive finally confirmed that 007 First Light will run at 60 FPS (Nitter) when playing on PlayStation 5 Pro hardware. This near last minute announcement comes after months of worry from fans that had no idea if Sony's more powerful machine would be able to deliver solid performance.

    In September 2025, the gameplay reveal for 007 First Light made players nervous about the game's performance. That gameplay footage looked to run at less...
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  • Forza Horizon 6 Devs Issue Multiple Lifetime Bans for Playing Leaked Build

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    • Published: 05-11-2026, 05:48 PM
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    Forza Horizon 6 Devs Issue Multiple Lifetime Bans for Playing Leaked Build

    Several lifetimes for several bans.

    Following up on this weekend's news that the entirety of Forza Horizon 6 was leaked online, comes word that Playground Games and Microsoft are dishing out severe punishments against anybody caught playing ahead of time. To get you up to speed: All 155 GB of Forza Horizon 6 was shared via Steam, initially believed to be due to an error by Playground Games themselves. Everything was unencrypted, leaving the door wide open for pirates to access the...
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  • Forza Horizon 6 Leaked Online

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    • Published: 05-10-2026, 06:31 PM
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    Forza Horizon 6 Leaked Online

    The leak is coming from inside the studio!

    Forza Horizon 6 developer Playground Games did a little whoopsie. A few days ago, the studio mistakenly leaked Forza Horizon 6 when they made public an unencrypted repository of the entirety of Forza Horizon 6 on Steam. From the looks of it, it seems as though the entirety of the game's 155 GB of content were available to the public for a brief period of time.

    Despite not being public for very long, it didn't take long for people...
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  • Price of the Nintendo Switch 2 Increasing to $500 in September

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    • Published: 05-08-2026, 06:34 PM
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    Price of the Nintendo Switch 2 Increasing to $500 in September

    Prices for Nintendo hardware are once again going up.

    Nintendo announced in the early morning hours on May 8 that the price of the Switch 2 console will go up by at least $50 in the United States, pushing the price from $449.99 to $499.99. Other global regions will see similar price increases. These pricing changes aren't expected to go live until September 1, 2026.

    Nintendo says that "the impact of various changes in market conditions" are the big reason behind...
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  • Battlefield 6 Season 3 Update Roadmap

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-08-2026, 05:37 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Season 3 Update Roadmap

    More is coming.

    Season 3 for Battlefield 6 kicks off on May 12, but there is more in store beyond that first update. Battlefield Studios shared a look at the Season 3 roadmap for Battlefield 6, offering a look at the content coming later in the season.

    On June 9, Season 3 expands with the addition of another new map, Cairo Bazaar. It will also be the date that a new mode, Obliteration, is launched. Fans of Battlefield 4 may recognize this particular game mode.
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  • Battlefield 6 Season 3 Game Update Details

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-08-2026, 04:02 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Season 3 Game Update Details

    New content and major changes in 1.3.1.0.

    Battlefield Studios shared the changelog for Game Update 1.3.1.0 for Battlefield 6, which is expected to arrive on May 12. This update will not only usher in the start of Season 3, but it will include tons of other improvements and changes. We're looking at the addition of Ranked Battle Royale Quads, the addition of the Railway to Golmud map, new weapons, and a new Battle Pass.

    Beside the addition of the new content, the update...
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  • The Boss Gangster: Criminal Empire Receives Major Update

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-08-2026, 02:32 PM
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    The Boss Gangster: Criminal Empire Receives Major Update

    A much deeper sandbox experience is the big focus here.

    BEF Games and Tripwire Presents just released a major new update for The Boss Gangster: Criminal Empire. This update, From the Streets, expands the open-world crime and nightclub management experience by adding significant improvements and additions to the overall sandbox experience.

    BEF Games says that this "marks a major evolution of the game." The update expands upon core systems and adds deeper progression...
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  • Capcom Releases Leon Must Die Forever Mode for Resident Evil Requiem

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-07-2026, 11:20 PM
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    Capcom Releases Leon Must Die Forever Mode for Resident Evil Requiem

    This free minigame update is available right now.

    Resident Evil Requiem owners can download the latest update for the game, which came out late in the day on May 7. The update includes some fixes and improvements to the game alongside the addition of an entirely new minigame, Leon Must Die Forever.

    This extra game mode is only unlocked after players complete the main story. Capcom states that this extra minigame adds "nonstop combat action that players know and...
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  • RGG's Stranger Than Heaven Includes a Star Filled Cast and Winter Release Date

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-07-2026, 03:55 PM
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    RGG's Stranger Than Heaven Includes a Star Filled Cast and Winter Release Date

    Yes, that's Snoop Dogg.

    Sega partnered with Xbox to host a special showcase reveal of their upcoming Yakuza prequel, Stranger Than Heaven. Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio is not only going back to their Yakuza roots with this, but they're going back to the roots of the Yakuza clans in general. Specifically, Stranger Than Heaven will explore the beginning of the Tojo Clan, a name that should be immediately familiar to anybody that has ever played any of the Yakuza and Like a Dragon games....
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