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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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  • The Still Unannounced Nintendo Switch 2 Delayed Until 2025

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    • Published: 02-19-2024, 05:18 PM
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    The Still Unannounced Nintendo Switch 2 Delayed Until 2025

    A delay for a console that hasn't even been officially announced yet.

    According to various reports, the Nintendo Switch 2 will now arrive in the "early months of 2025."

    Reports from Bloomberg, VGC, and Eurogamer all cite insider sources that claim various game publishers have recently been told that the Switch 2 will not be out until "March 2025 at the earliest." The Nintendo Switch successor was allegedly set to be released before the end of 2024....
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  • Helldivers 2 Server Issues Persist, Locking Many Out of Bonus XP Weekend

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    • Published: 02-18-2024, 04:46 PM
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    Helldivers 2 Server Issues Persist, Locking Many Out of Bonus XP Weekend

    Login issues and crashes are preventing players from making progress, bonus or otherwise.

    Over the course of the weekend, Arrowhead Game Studios decided to offer up a 50% bonus XP weekend for Helldivers 2. This bonus XP was meant to serve as an apology for the ever ongoing server issues plaguing the surprise hit of a game. Unfortunately, issues with server capacity not being able to meet player demand were never fixed and, for a lot of people, it has been impossible for many to even...
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  • Helldivers 2 XP Boost Weekend is Live

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    • Published: 02-16-2024, 05:34 PM
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    Helldivers 2 XP Boost Weekend is Live

    You have until sunset on Sunday.

    Arrowhead Studios just announced a special 50% bonus XP weekend, which is now live and set to end at the end of the day on Sunday, February 18th. This event will reward players with 50% more XP and Requisition for each match played until the end of the weekend.

    This is being done due to a recent issue that prevented some players from earning any rewards after a mission. Deputy game director Sagar Beroshi took to social media to say that...
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  • Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 6 Improves the Smooching

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    • Published: 02-16-2024, 03:06 PM
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    Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 6 Improves the Smooching

    Better kisses for everyone.

    Another big patch just released for Baldur's Gate 3 today. Patch 6 improves the kissing animations, idle animations in the camp, offers new Legendary Actions for bosses in Honour Mode, and adds in a bunch of quality-of-life fixes plus big fixes.

    It seems like the big highlight for Patch 6 is that there are new and randomized kisses for every romantic partner. Larian Studios says that "these uni8que scenes will now better reflect the personalities...
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  • Xbox Confirms PlayStation 5 Releases, Diablo 4 on Game Pass, and Future Hardware Plans

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    • Published: 02-15-2024, 06:42 PM
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    Xbox Confirms PlayStation 5 Releases, Diablo 4 on Game Pass, and Future Hardware Plans

    No, Starfield and Indiana Jones are not going multi-platform any time soon.

    The heads of Xbox stayed true to their word and were indeed a part of a special edition of the Official Xbox Podcast. During today's pre-recorded podcast and subsequent blog post, head of Xbox Phil Spencer stated that four Xbox exclusives are going to be multi-platform releases. Is it Starfield? Indiana Jones? Gears of War? Halo?! No, no, no, and no. Though Spencer did not specify what those four titles ...
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  • Don't Be Fooled, The Day Before is Not back on Steam

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    • Published: 02-15-2024, 04:08 PM
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    Don't Be Fooled, The Day Before is Not back on Steam

    The new listing looks to be an even bigger scam than the legit game.

    You may have been informed via various social channels that The Day Before snuck its way back on to Steam today. From all outward appearances, the page looks to be a copy of the legitimate listing for The Day Before, at least before it was pulled from all storefronts and a bunch of drama ensued.

    A "new" Steam listing for The Day Before popped up a few hours ago on the Valve run storefront....
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  • Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Welcomes Mr. Krabs and a Free Weekend

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    • Published: 02-15-2024, 03:07 PM
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    Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Welcomes Mr. Krabs and a Free Weekend

    A free weekend is live on Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox.

    Eugene Krabs, better known to Spongebob fans as Mr. Krabs, just joined Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 as the latest DLC fighter. Mr. Krabs comes right as the game kicks off a free weekend as well. You can play Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 for free on Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox until February 18th. On top of that, there is a 50% discount on the base game across all platforms, so you can keep playing after the free weekend is...
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  • The 'Valve Prism' VR Headset is Fake

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    • Published: 02-14-2024, 06:36 PM
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    The 'Valve Prism' VR Headset is Fake

    Stop believing everything you see on the Internet.

    The Internet did that thing again where they latched onto a clear hoax as if it were real. Someone put up a website for a "Valve Prism" virtual reality headset earlier today and tried to pass it off as a legitimate device from Valve. Except it's fake. It's not real. You all got bamboozled.

    At a glance, the website seems convincing enough. It depicts various renders, fluff words, and impressive technical specs...
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  • Visual Improvements Coming to Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Demo

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    • Published: 02-14-2024, 04:39 PM
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    Visual Improvements Coming to Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Demo

    Specifically for the Performance Mode setting.

    A rather lengthy demo for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth came out on February 6. While this demo already included a pretty decent amount of content, Square Enix said that they planned to add even more content on February 21st. That update would include some Junon-focused content.

    Today, Square Enix announced that when that Junon content is added to the demo on the 21st, they will also be making some improvements. Specifically,...
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  • Remasters of the First Three Tomb Raider Games are Out Now

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    • Published: 02-14-2024, 02:44 PM
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    Remasters of the First Three Tomb Raider Games are Out Now

    All three games in one affordable bundle.

    Crystal Dynamics and Aspyr just released Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft today. This compilation of remastered titles includes Tomb Raider, Tomb Raider 2, and Tomb Raider 3 with some modern improvements and upgrades. This release is just $29.99 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and on PC via Steam and GOG.

    Like some remaster efforts before it, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered...
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  • Dead Island 2 is Coming to Steam on April 22

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    • Published: 02-13-2024, 09:08 PM
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    Dead Island 2 is Coming to Steam on April 22

    Yep, that marks exactly a year since release.

    The lovely year of exclusivity for Dead Island 2 on the Epic Games Store is nearly up. Today, Deep Silver Dambuster Studios and Plaion announced that the zombie slaying sequel will be released on Steam on April 22, 2024. This comes a year and a day after Dead Island 2 was launched on PlayStation, Xbox, and the Epic Games Store as a timed exclusive.

    As a means of both celebrating the upcoming release and to make up for the...
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  • Mass Effect Gear Arrives in Destiny 2

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    • Published: 02-13-2024, 04:27 PM
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    Mass Effect Gear Arrives in Destiny 2

    The collaboration content is now live.

    Bungie announced late in January that there would be a decent amount of Mass Effect related content coming to Destiny 2. The collaboration is now live in Destiny 2. Players are able to purchase some new cosmetic items themed around characters and other content from the Mass Effect universe.

    There is a free Alliance Requisitions Bundle for all players. This includes an Enhanced Defense Ghost Shell, Alliance Scout Frigate ship, and...
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  • 🌟 Woo Casino Online Review: Your Gateway to Gaming Euphoria 🌟

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    • Published: 02-13-2024, 02:07 PM
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  • Joe Fortune Casino Online: A Haven for Australian Pokie Enthusiasts 🎰

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    Joe Fortune Casino Online: A Haven for Australian Pokie Enthusiasts 🎰


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  • Welcome to the World of Pokie Mate Casino: A Gambler's Paradise

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    Welcome to the World of Pokie Mate Casino: A Gambler's Paradise


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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
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