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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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  • Meta Quest 3 Starts at $500 and Out October 10

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    • Published: 09-27-2023, 06:26 PM
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    Meta Quest 3 Starts at $500 and Out October 10

    More powerful, better resolution, and more.

    Meta revealed details on the upcoming Meta Quest 3 VR headset today. This new virtual reality set is out on October 10 at prices starting at $499.99 (USD) for a 128GB model. There is also a 512GB model for $649.99.

    The Meta Quest 3 comes in at 515 grams, or 12 grams more than the Quest 2. It features six camera sensors that provide full color mixed reality features (10x the resolution of Quest 2, 2x the resolution of Quest Pro...
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  • PlayStation Boss Jim Ryan to Retire in March 2024

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    • Published: 09-27-2023, 05:19 PM
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    PlayStation Boss Jim Ryan to Retire in March 2024

    Hiroki Totoki to take over as interim CEO.

    Jim Ryan, the president and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE), will step down from his position in March 2024. Ryan has been president and CEO at SIE since 2019.

    Prior to leading SIE, Ryan began at Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe (SIEE) in 1994. He then worked his way up through the ranks and held a number of senior positions such as president of SIEE, head of global sales and marketing at SIE, and deputy president...
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  • Counter-Strike 2 is Out Now

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-27-2023, 04:46 PM
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    Counter-Strike 2 is Out Now

    Counter-Strike is dead, long live Counter-Strike!

    Without a press release in sight, Valve has launched Counter-Strike 2 to the world. This free-to-play release is available right now and will replace your current installs of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. True to Valve tradition, today's release is actually a little bit later than initially expected. During its initial announcement in March, Valve said Counter-Strike 2 would be out in summer. It is now fall, but they only missed...
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  • NACON Announces Hall Effect Equipped 'Revolution 5 Pro' PlayStation Controller

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    • Published: 09-27-2023, 04:05 PM
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    NACON Announces Hall Effect Equipped 'Revolution 5 Pro' PlayStation Controller

    This officially licensed controller works with PS5, PS4, and PC.

    NACON just announced their new Revolution 5 Pro controller, an officially licensed PlayStation controller that is compatible with PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC.

    The Revolution 5 Pro includes a number of added features not found on first-party DualSense controllers. First and foremost is the inclusion of Hall Effect technology in both the analog sticks and the triggers. The trigger accuation point can...
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  • High on Life's High on Knife DLC Out October 3

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    • Published: 09-27-2023, 02:04 PM
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    High on Life's High on Knife DLC Out October 3

    This horror-themed DLC is just around the corner.

    Squanch Games, now with 100% less Justin Roiland, just announced an October 3 release date for High on Knife, the first major piece of DLC for High on Life. This DLC leans a bit into some horror aspects while also thrusting Knifey into the spotlight.

    This DLC includes a new area to explore hunted by Mux, a new boss voiced by Gabourey Sidibe, plus two new talking gun characters to acquire. There is Harper (voiced by Sarah...
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  • Resident Evil 4 Remake iPhone Release to Cost $60

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-26-2023, 03:12 PM
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    Resident Evil 4 Remake iPhone Release to Cost $60

    That amount doesn't include additional DLC and microtransactions.

    The App Store page for the iPhone 15 Pro release of Resident Evil 4 Remake was quietly updated with pricing information. The pricing details were neatly tucked away under an "In-App Purchases" section on the App Store page and includes the price of the full game unlock since there will be a small portion of the game available "for free" to entice players.

    Those In-App Purchases list the...
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  • Maker of Paid DLSS Mod for Starfield Considers Adding 'Hidden Mines' in Future Releases

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    • Published: 09-26-2023, 02:35 PM
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    Maker of Paid DLSS Mod for Starfield Considers Adding 'Hidden Mines' in Future Releases

    Hidden mines that could cause future mods to behave erratically if cracked.

    Starfield shipped on PC with only support for AMD's FSR and CAS for upscaling options. This left a lot of fans of DLSS out in the cold. While Bethesda has recently stated they will officially add DLSS to Starfield in the future, it has been up to the community to implement this highly sought after feature.

    One of those community members goes by the name of PureDark and it is PureDark that put out...
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  • EA Sports FC Mobile Launched

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    • Published: 09-26-2023, 12:40 PM
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    EA Sports FC Mobile Launched

    Also available as a free update to existing players.

    Electronic Arts launched EA Sports FC Mobile today. Today's release is the first entry in EA Sports' new "FC" branding and is available now on both the Apple App Store and Android Play Store. Those of you who still have the previous mobile soccer title from EA installed on your phone will get this new release as a free update to your existing app.

    EA says that EA Sports FC Mobile will include over 15,000 fully...
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  • SAG-AFTRA Approve Strike Authorization for Game Performers

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    • Published: 09-26-2023, 11:26 AM
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    SAG-AFTRA Approve Strike Authorization for Game Performers

    SAG-AFTRA members voted almost unanimously in favor of strike authorization.

    On September 25, members of SAG-AFTRA voted to approve strike authorization for video game performers. The authorization was approved with 98.32% voting in favor of strike approval. In total, 34,687 members cast ballots, though this represents just 27.47% of all eligible voters.

    Voting to approve a strike does not necessarily mean there is a strike. It simply opens the door wide open for video...
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  • Valve Launches SteamVR 2.0 Beta

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    • Published: 09-25-2023, 08:15 PM
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    Valve Launches SteamVR 2.0 Beta

    The goal is to bring recent Steam client features into SteamVR.

    Valve just launched SteamVR 2.0 as an opt-in beta. Valve says that this is the "first major step toward (their) goal of bringing all of what's new on the Steam platform into VR." This is the first we've heard of SteamVR 2.0 since it was first teased back in 2020.

    This means that those who opt into the beta will notice a new user interface that includes many new features. Features such as an updated...
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  • Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty is Now Available

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    • Published: 09-25-2023, 06:29 PM
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    Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty is Now Available

    Take a trip to Dogtown.

    CD Projekt Red has launched Phantom Liberty, the first and only expansion for Cyberpunk 2077. This big ol' expansion is out now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, GeForce Now, and on PC via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store.

    Phantom Liberty includes some of the usual additions that come with game expansions. There is a new storyline to work your way through, a new district called Dogtown to explore, a new skill tree, new side content, new weapons,...
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  • Another Small Starfield Patch Released

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-25-2023, 06:02 PM
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    Another Small Starfield Patch Released

    Good news for AMD GPU users.

    A new, albeit small, update for Starfield was released earlier today by Bethesda Game Studios. The update only contains a few lines of fixes, improvements, and changes but is actually quite impactful for those with AMD GPUs.

    This update, named Patch 1.7.33, tackles some performance and stability issues that users have experienced while playing. I've lost track of how many times my game has randomly decided to freeze and crash, so any improvements...
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  • Sony Allegedly Hacked... Again

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-25-2023, 03:50 PM
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    Sony Allegedly Hacked... Again

    "All of Sony Systems" was allegedly infiltrated by a new ransomware group.

    A new group of baddies claims that they have "successfully compromised all of Sony systems" in a new ransomware attack.

    This report comes from Australian cybersecurity site Cyber Security Connect in a new post made on September 25. The report says that Sony was infiltrated by some hackers calling themselves Ransomed.vc, a group that reportedly began operations in September. Cyber...
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  • Steam SHMUP Fest is Live

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-25-2023, 02:09 PM
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    Steam SHMUP Fest is Live

    Pew-pew.

    The Steam SHMUP Fest is officially live on Steam. This new fest runs from now through to October 2 at 10AM (PT). As per usual with other Steam Fests, this one includes big discounts and demos that fall under the "shoot 'em up" (SHMUP) category.

    Just from a quick glance at the sales, there are some great games included in this Fest. There's Brotato on sale for just $3.99, Enter the Gungeon at $4.49, 20 Minutes Till Dawn at $3.99, and Soulstone Survivors...
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  • Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Launch Trailer

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-25-2023, 12:38 PM
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    Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Launch Trailer

    We are one day away from the new expansion.

    We are just a day (or much, much less depending) away from Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. The new expansion is almost here that will add in a bunch of new story, a new location called Dogtown that players can explore, and other new content.

    This launch trailer will give players a look at some of the characters and faces they will meet in the expansion. These faces include Solomon Reed, portrayed by Idris Elba. We also hear...
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