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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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  • Vampire: The Masquerade Invades Dying Light 2

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-26-2023, 12:42 PM
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    Vampire: The Masquerade Invades Dying Light 2

    Who put their vampires in this zombie game?

    Vampire: The Masquerade content has come to Dying Light 2: Stay Human today. This is the first part of The Frightening, a series of events and content hitting Dying Light 2 Stay Human in time for Halloween. This update and content is free to everyone that owns Dying Light 2 on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.

    From October 26th through to Thursday, November 2 at 3AM (PT), Dying Light 2 will host a Vampire: The Masquerade Event. At...
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  • Xbox Partner Preview Trailers

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-25-2023, 06:06 PM
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    Xbox Partner Preview Trailers

    All the trailers for games that don't have a delta or Alan in their name.

    We already saw the new trailers for Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater and Alan Wake 2 from the Xbox Partner Preview event. Now, it's time to check out all of the other games that were shown off during today's short showcase stream. ...
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  • Konami Shows Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater Gameplay on Unreal Engine 5

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-25-2023, 05:16 PM
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    Konami Shows Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater Gameplay on Unreal Engine 5

    As seen on the Xbox Partner Preview showcase.

    Konami was a small part of today's Xbox Partner Preview showcase event. That "small part" included a fresh look at the upcoming Metal Gear Solid 3 remake that they are working on. As you may recall, the official name for this upcoming remake is Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater, or Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater.

    This game was first revealed during a PlayStation Showcase in May 2023. Today, more footage from...
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  • Alan Wake 2 Launch Trailer

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-25-2023, 04:10 PM
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    Alan Wake 2 Launch Trailer

    If you can run it, Alan Wake 2 is almost here.

    Remedy Entertainment released the launch trailer for Alan Wake 2 today. The game will be out on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and on PC exclusively via the Epic Games Store on Friday, October 27th.

    Reviews for Alan Wake 2 are supposedly embargoed until Thursday, October 26th. It might be worth keeping an eye out for those reviews to see what is said about the game's performance. This is especially true for those who plan...
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  • Diablo 4's First Expansion Name Possibly Leaked

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-25-2023, 02:42 PM
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    Diablo 4's First Expansion Name Possibly Leaked

    The game's first expansion may have been discovered by dataminers.

    Thanks to the efforts of dataminers, we may have the first evidence of what could be the first expansion name for Diablo 4. The name "Lord of Hatred" was discovered by dataminers, with a hint that the expansion will focus on Mephisto.

    Metphisto is the Lord of Hatred and was one of the main characters you come across during the base game of Diablo 4. Mephisto was not an antagonist during the...
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  • Amnesia: The Bunker Gets New Hardcore Update

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-25-2023, 12:49 PM
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    Amnesia: The Bunker Gets New Hardcore Update

    New hardcore mode, new creature behaviors, and more.

    A new and free update for Amnesia: The Bunker is here just in time for the scariest of holidays. This update introduces a number of new gameplay features that will entice even the most seasoned of Amnesia veterans.

    A Custom Mode was added in this update that allows you to tweak and alter more than 30 different parameters for a truly unique playthrough. There is also a new hardcore gameplay mode called Shell Shock Mode....
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  • Secrets for Successful Online Casino Sessions if You Are a Newcomer

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    • Published: 10-24-2023, 11:50 PM
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    Secrets for Successful Online Casino Sessions if You Are a Newcomer

    Being a newbie in the area of online gambling can be challenging due to the vast number of online casinos and casino games available. With so many options to choose from, it can be overwhelming to make a decision. As a result, beginners often seek the advice of gambling experts to navigate this world. Reading the opinions of professionals can provide valuable secrets that not only enhance your gaming experience but also improve your chances of winning. Secret 1: Pick a gambling site with a cle...
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  • VAC is Now Banning Counter-Strike 2 Players that Set Their Mouse DPI too High

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-24-2023, 05:47 PM
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    VAC is Now Banning Counter-Strike 2 Players that Set Their Mouse DPI too High

    Setting your mouse DPI settings too high? That's a ban.

    Valve Anti-Cheat (VAC) hasn't been doing too hot lately. First, the anti-cheat issued bans to those using AMD's Anti-Lag+ feature in Counter-Strike 2. Now, VAC is issuing bans for setting your mouse DPI too high.

    The issue with Anti-Lag+ was due to how AMD implemented the feature into a variety of games. It altered or hooked into game files, which is a big no-no when it comes to playing games that are supported...
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  • Group Responsible for 2020 Capcom Hack were Arrested

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-24-2023, 03:00 PM
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    Group Responsible for 2020 Capcom Hack were Arrested

    Law enforcement across 11 different countries worked together on this.

    This week, arrests were made in connection with the 2020 hack of Capcom. In 2020, a ransomware group gained access to internal Capcom data. This led to early leaks of unannounced titles such as Street Fighter 6 and the Resident Evil 4 remake. It also saw the personal data of thousands of Capcom employees compromised.

    As spotted first by VGC, the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation...
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  • Sony Owned Studio Media Molecule Hit with Layoffs

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-24-2023, 02:33 PM
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    Sony Owned Studio Media Molecule Hit with Layoffs

    An official statement confirms these layoffs.

    Another round of layoffs have hit the gaming industry with word that Media Molecule just laid off several employees. The Sony owned studio known for games like Dreams and LittleBigPlanet, made 20 employees redundant to reduce their employee total from 135 to 115.

    Media Molecule is a Guildford-based studio that was co-founded by Mark Healey, Alex Evans, David Smith, and Kareem Ettouney. All four of these co-founders were former...
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  • Star Citizen's Squadron 42 is Actually Looking Kind of Good

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-23-2023, 07:24 PM
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    Star Citizen's Squadron 42 is Actually Looking Kind of Good

    The single player campaign is now "feature complete."

    CitizenCon 2023 has come and gone and with it comes word that Cloud Imperium Games is now in the home stretch on Squadron 42 development. Besides showing off new game engine demos and new Star Citizen ships you can throw money at, the studio showed off the first look at their single player campaign for the first time in eight years.

    Cloud Imperium Games says that "Squadron 42 is now feature-complete!"...
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  • Xbox Hosting Third-Party Game Showcase on October 25

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-23-2023, 03:20 PM
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    Xbox Hosting Third-Party Game Showcase on October 25

    With all of those first-party studios, it's nice to see Microsoft extend a hand to their third-party partners.

    Microsoft, by way of their Xbox division, says that they will host a special broadcast this week. On Wednesday, October 25 at 10AM (PT), the Xbox Partner Preview broadcast will show off new and upcoming third-party games from Xbox partners.

    The show will run for a bit over 20 minutes and include trailers and gameplay footage for new and upcoming game releases....
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  • Fallout TV Series Release Date Revealed

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-23-2023, 01:53 PM
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    Fallout TV Series Release Date Revealed

    The release date was announced on the 26th anniversary of "Fallout Day."

    It won't be long now before Fallout fans will get to watch the Amazon Prime Video series. On April 12, 2024 Prime Video will debut the live-action TV series for the Fallout franchise.

    This Prime series is an original story set in the Fallout universe. It takes place in a post-apocalyptic Los Angeles, California. Beyond that little bit of information and a couple of teaser images, we really...
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  • Final Fantasy 14 Getting 'Viper' Job in Dawntrail Expansion

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-23-2023, 12:22 PM
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    Final Fantasy 14 Getting 'Viper' Job in Dawntrail Expansion

    The Viper is a new class capable of dual-wielding weapons.

    Over the weekend, Square Enix revealed some new information for Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail, the MMO's upcoming fifth expansion. Coming in Dawntrail will be a new job for people to try: The dual-wielding Viper job.

    The Viper job was showed off as part of two new teaser trailers for the Dawntrail expansion. In addition to this close-combat fighter, Square Enix also briefly showed off the new city of Tuliyollal,...
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  • Alan Wake 2 PC Requirements Include DLSS and FSR

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-20-2023, 04:14 PM
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    Alan Wake 2 PC Requirements Include DLSS and FSR

    The need for upscaling is becoming the norm for PC releases.

    Remedy Entertainment released the PC system requirements for Alan Wake 2 via Twitter. Like several games released this year, Alan Wake 2 will also need some beefy hardware to even run the game on Low settings, 1080p resolution, and a whopping 30FPS. Hold onto your butts, because we're again looking at a game that is sure to receive several complaints about not being optimized.

    At a bare minimum, you will need...
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