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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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  • New Death Stranding 2 Trailer is as Bizarre as You Can Possibly Get

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 01-31-2024, 07:31 PM
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    New Death Stranding 2 Trailer is as Bizarre as You Can Possibly Get

    Yep, that's a game from Hideo Kojima alright.

    Despite having two other titles in development, including a new one for Sony, Kojima Productions is still working hard on Death Stranding 2. Today at Sony's latest State of Play showcase, we got a good, long look at Death Stranding 2 and wow is it ever the very definition of bizarre. Then again, would you really want to have it any other way from Hideo Kojima?

    Before getting to the new trailer, it should be known that Death...
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  • Kojima is Making a New Espionage Action Game for Sony

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    • Published: 01-31-2024, 07:02 PM
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    Kojima is Making a New Espionage Action Game for Sony

    This will be a new IP.

    Hideo Kojima announced that he is working on a new action espionage game in a partnership with Sony. Details are extremely scarce on this announcement but it was made at the tail end of today's State of Play.

    All we know right now is that Kojima and his studio, Kojima Productions, will be working on this title after the release of Death Stranding 2. Presumably, this game may not enter into full production until after both Death Stranding 2 and...
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  • Latest Dragon's Dogma 2 Footage Showcases Warfarer Vocation

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 01-31-2024, 06:31 PM
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    Latest Dragon's Dogma 2 Footage Showcases Warfarer Vocation

    New gameplay from the latest State of Play.

    A new gameplay trailer for Dragon's Dogma 2 shares a look at the Warfarer Vocation, a special class type that only the Arisen can spec into.

    This new trailer also shows off some of the new threats you and your loyal Pawns will be going up against. We also get a look at Vocation Maisters (Capcom's spelling, not mine), those who grant the Arisen access to skills "of the highest order." We also get a look at some Dragon's...
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  • First Look at Judas Since 2022 Reveal

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    • Published: 01-31-2024, 06:10 PM
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    First Look at Judas Since 2022 Reveal

    They hated her for telling the truth.

    Ken Levine and the team over at Ghost Story Games just shared an entirely new look at Judas, their upcoming narrative first-person shooter. At this evening's latest State of Play, we were treated to the first new gameplay since the title was announced in late 2022.

    Today's new footage was from gameplay captured on a PlayStation 5. It askes "Who is Judas" and offers a look at the game's setting on a spaceship turned stellar...
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  • Palworld Reaches 19 Million Players

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    • Published: 01-31-2024, 05:15 PM
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    Palworld Reaches 19 Million Players

    12 million from Steam alone.

    Palworld's success has continued onward at a seemingly steady rate despite the team at Pocketpair slowing their daily sales milestone updates. The latest from Pocketpair says that Palworld's player count has surpassed 19 million people since its release less than two weeks back.

    Up until this news, Pocketpair shared sales milestones of copies sold, not just player counts. Today, the studio switched it up a bit while also providing some additional...
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  • Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Released

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 01-30-2024, 05:36 PM
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    Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Released

    The server issues seem to be largely resolved.

    Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is officially out globally. Despite some issues with the initial rollout, it seems as though the servers are now stable and people are able to play without too many issues. This is technically listed as an "early access" release but the game is out now. It's available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

    This is the latest game from Rocksteady Studios, the team that...
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  • Destiny 2 is Getting Some Mass Effect Cosmetic Gear

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    • Published: 01-30-2024, 04:17 PM
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    Destiny 2 is Getting Some Mass Effect Cosmetic Gear

    Shepard. Guardian. Shepard. Guardian... Shepard...

    On February 13, 2024, a collaboration between EA, BioWare, and Bungie will see some Mass Effect themed cosmetics arrive in Destiny 2. The Normandy Crew Bundle will be available to Destiny 2 players that want to spend real money via the in-game Eververse store.

    These themed items include a Commander Shepard themed N7 armor set for Titans, a Garrus-inspired Vakarian set for Hunters, and a Liara-inspired Shadow Broker set...
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  • Death Stranding Just Made Its Apple Debut

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    • Published: 01-30-2024, 02:51 PM
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    Death Stranding Just Made Its Apple Debut

    Newer Apple devices can now play Hideo Kojima's latest.

    Apple users with an iPhone 15 Pro, certain iPad models, and certain Mac devices can now purchase and play Death Stranding Director's Cut. From now through Tuesday, February 20 you will be able to save 50% off of the typical price of Death Stranding. The normal price is $39.99 on the App Store, so that 50% off will get you Death Stranding for just about $20.

    Those with an iPhone 15 Pro model with the A17 Pro chip...
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  • Stardew Valley 1.6 Update Grew Too Large in Scope, Will Hit PC Before Consoles

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    • Published: 01-29-2024, 07:13 PM
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    Stardew Valley 1.6 Update Grew Too Large in Scope, Will Hit PC Before Consoles

    Fans have been eagerly awaiting this new update.

    Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone, otherwise known as ConcernedApe, says that the 1.6 update for Stardew Valley is still coming. He notes that it's taking him longer than anticipated to finalized the update because it ended up "being a little larger in scope" than what was initially planned.

    In a post made to social media, Barone says that while he is done adding in new content for the update, it's now on to...
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  • Blizzard Now Led by Former Call of Duty Executive Johanna Faries

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    • Published: 01-29-2024, 06:37 PM
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    Blizzard Now Led by Former Call of Duty Executive Johanna Faries

    Faries will replace Mike Ybarra.

    On the same day Microsoft laid off 1,900 employees from their game studios, it was announced that several leaders within Blizzard were leaving. One of those leaders included Mike Ybarra, the now former president of Blizzard. Today, a new president was announced for Blizzard Entertainment and that is former Call of Duty and NFL executive Johanna Faries.

    Faries is now the first new president of Blizzard since Microsoft finalized its $69...
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  • Embracer Lays Off 97 Employees from Eidos; Cancels New Deus Ex

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 01-29-2024, 04:24 PM
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    Embracer Lays Off 97 Employees from Eidos; Cancels New Deus Ex

    Embracer's rampage continues.

    Eidos-Montreal, a development studio currently under the Embracer umbrella, made the sad announcement that employees at the studio were being laid off. Eidos took to social media to confirm that 97 people have been let go "from development teams, administration, and support services".

    The studio says that "global economic context, the challenges of our industry, and the comprehensive restructuring announced by Embracer have...
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  • Suicide Squad Pulled One Hour Into Early Access Release Due to Major Bug

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 01-29-2024, 03:33 PM
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    Suicide Squad Pulled One Hour Into Early Access Release Due to Major Bug

    Things are off to a great start.

    Rocksteady and WB Games were forced to pull Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League just an hour into its early access release. Though not officially out until February 2nd, those that purchase the more expensive Deluxe Edition of the game are given 72-hours of early access. This game is also using a rolling unlock, which means that those that identify of natives of New Zealand were able to start playing the game already.

    Well as it turns...
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  • PlayStation State of Play on January 31

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    • Published: 01-29-2024, 02:44 PM
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    PlayStation State of Play on January 31

    Will cover over 15 PlayStation titles.

    Sony says that a new State of Play broadcast will be shown on Wednesday, January 31 at 2PM (PT). This broadcast is expected to run for a bit over 40 minutes and will feature a look at over 15 titles.

    Among those games will be extended looks at both Stellar Blade and Rise of Ronin, two PlayStation 5 titles that are expected to be out this year. Sony also says that they will give fans a look at other titles that are coming to PlayStation...
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  • Dragon Quest Builders Coming to PC February 13

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    • Published: 01-29-2024, 02:19 PM
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    Dragon Quest Builders Coming to PC February 13

    Will include all DLC at no extra cost.

    Dragon Quest Builders will make its PC debut on February 13 via Steam. This title originally launched on the PlayStation 4 back in October 2016. Why has it taken almost eight years to come to PC? Why now? These are certainly questions.

    Square Enix says that this PC release will include all of the upgrades, updates, and DLC that have been released for Dragon Quest Builders. This includes the Terra Incognita DLC at no extra cost....
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  • Battlefield 2042 Update 6.3.0 Preview

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    • Published: 01-26-2024, 03:19 PM
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    Battlefield 2042 Update 6.3.0 Preview

    DICE offers a summary of the next update.

    The 6.3.0 update for Battlefield 2042 is expected to go out on January 30, 2024. Today, they offer everyone a little glimpse at some of the changes that will be included in the update. They say that this is merely a summary of the changes and additions, so the full changelog very well could be a bit longer than what you see below.

    We also get some information about the new Year of the Dragon event. DICE also provides some changes...
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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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    I completed up to 10 games
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