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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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  • Xbox's Phil Spencer Addresses Recent Leaks

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    • Published: 09-19-2023, 06:16 PM
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    Xbox's Phil Spencer Addresses Recent Leaks

    Oh, you thought we were done with this? Ha.

    Microsoft had a major spotlight shown on them today after several court documents made their way online via a little whoopsie by Microsoft themselves. We had the mid-gen Series X|S refresh info, Bethesda's release schedule, next-gen Xbox, and even word that Phil Spencer wanted to buy Nintendo and other studios.

    There were even some leaks we didn't share with you today. Leaks like how Microsoft was (or is) planning a mouse and...
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  • Xbox's Phil Spencer Really Wanted to Buy Nintendo, Valve, WB Games

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    • Published: 09-19-2023, 05:29 PM
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    Xbox's Phil Spencer Really Wanted to Buy Nintendo, Valve, WB Games

    Spencer says Nintendo's future "exists off of their own hardware."

    More information has come from the leaked documents in the court battle between the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Microsoft over the proposed purchase of Activision Blizzard. First was the mid-gen refresh for Series X|S, then came the leaked schedule for Bethesda's games, then we learned about the next-gen Xbox hardware. Now, we learn that head of Xbox Phil Spencer really, really wanted to purchase Nintendo....
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  • Microsoft Leak Reveals Plans for Next-Gen 'Cloud Hybrid' Xbox

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    • Published: 09-19-2023, 03:30 PM
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    Microsoft Leak Reveals Plans for Next-Gen 'Cloud Hybrid' Xbox

    Due to be released in 2028.

    The Microsoft leaks just keep on coming. First was word about the mid-gen refresh for Xbox Series X|S. Then came the leaked release schedule for Bethesda and ZeniMax titles. Now, it's time to read about the next-gen Xbox console that Microsoft is planning for a 2028 release.

    As before, this information comes from documents released as part of the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) legal battle against Microsoft over the purchase of Activision...
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  • Bethesda's Leaked Release Schedule Mentions New Doom, Dishonored 3, Oblivion Remaster, and More

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    • Published: 09-19-2023, 01:57 PM
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    Bethesda's Leaked Release Schedule Mentions New Doom, Dishonored 3, Oblivion Remaster, and More

    Plus a Fallout 3 remaster, Ghostwire: Tokyo sequel, and new unnamed projects.

    The mid-gen hardware refreshes for Xbox Series X and Series S weren't the only things leaked when Microsoft mistakenly put some of their own court documents online. The documents, published online accidentally as part of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) vs Microsoft over the planned purchase of Activision Blizzard, includes a timeline of planned Bethesda game releases.

    This document seems to...
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  • Mid-Gen Xbox Series Refreshes Coming in 2024 Say Court Documents

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    • Published: 09-19-2023, 01:12 PM
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    Mid-Gen Xbox Series Refreshes Coming in 2024 Say Court Documents

    This includes a digital-only Xbox Series X refresh.

    If you were asleep last night or playing a game, as I was, you may have missed it when a waterfall of leaked court documents made their way online. Those court documents are from the ongoing court battle between the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Microsoft about the latter's bid to acquire Activision Blizzard. There has been a lot leaked from these documents, so expect to read more as the day goes on.

    Nothing here...
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  • Poll: Are You a Fan of Paying More to Play Early?

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-18-2023, 07:19 PM
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    Poll: Are You a Fan of Paying More to Play Early?

    3
    I don't mind. If people want to spend more to play early, let them!
    33.33%
    1
    I'm indifferent to the whole idea.
    33.33%
    1
    I think it's kind of dumb that people get to play earlier. Spending more shouldn't offer a "head start" on other paying customers.
    33.33%
    1
    Other (describe below)
    0%
    0

    The poll is expired.

    Get that Premium Edition and play three days early!

    Looks like the latest growing trend with game releases is to offer a more expensive Premium or Gold or whatever edition that grants you access to a game a few days ahead of its official release.

    Starfield did it with their $99.99 (USD) Premium Edition. Today, Payday 3 is doing an "Early Access" release with their Silver and Gold editions. Diablo 4 did the same thing earlier in the year, as did Madden NFL 24,...
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  • Payday 3 Early Access Begins

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    • Published: 09-18-2023, 06:01 PM
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    Payday 3 Early Access Begins

    If you paid more, you can play right now.

    Those who bought the Silver or Gold editions of Payday 3 are able to start playing right now, a whole three days ahead of its "official" release on September 21. This Early Access release of Payday 3 does grant full access to the game ahead of the 21st. Meaning that if you and three buddies all bought the more expensive versions of the game, you could be heisting right this second.

    There is a rather big jump in price...
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  • The Elder Scrolls 6 Coming 2026 at Earliest but Not to PlayStation

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    • Published: 09-18-2023, 05:17 PM
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    The Elder Scrolls 6 Coming 2026 at Earliest but Not to PlayStation

    The reveal comes from Microsoft themselves.

    The Elder Scrolls 6 won't be coming any time soon, according to Microsoft's own documents. Not only the next Elder Scrolls title still several years away, it looks like it won't be headed to the PlayStation 5 (or whatever PlayStation is out at the time of release).

    These new details come from Microsoft's own documents that were filed as part of the legal battle between the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Microsoft concerning...
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  • Gas Station Simulator Goes Tropical with Tidal Wave DLC

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    • Published: 09-18-2023, 02:51 PM
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    Gas Station Simulator Goes Tropical with Tidal Wave DLC

    Get ready for ocean breezes, scuba diving, sharks, and appeasing the gods.
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    Gas Station Simulator is one of those sleeper hits that seems to be well received with an ever-growing fanbase. Today, DRAGO entertainment announced the new Tidal Wave DLC that will hit Gas Station Simulator in 2024.

    Tidal Wave doesn't have a price attached to it yet. When it releases, Tidal Wave will task players with appeasing the temperamental god, Chunchumanchu, by leaving offerings at an...
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  • RIG 600 PRO HS Headset Review

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-18-2023, 01:22 PM
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    RIG 600 PRO HS Headset Review

    A solid sounding headset with dual-mode wireless, but what's the catch?

    The RIG 600 PRO HS is a wireless gaming headset that offers excellent sound quality, comfort, and features at an affordable price. Though the HS model is geared mainly towards use with the PlayStation platform, it is compatible with Nintendo Switch, mobile devices, and PC. The RIG 600 PRO HS features dual-mode wireless connectivity, so you can use it with either the included USB-C dongle for 2.4GHz wireless or Bl...
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  • Resident Evil 4 Separate Ways DLC Coming September 21

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    • Published: 09-15-2023, 06:07 PM
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    Resident Evil 4 Separate Ways DLC Coming September 21

    A free update for The Mercenaries also arrives on the 21st.

    Capcom revealed that the Separate Ways DLC for Resident Evil 4 will release on September 21, 2023. This DLC takes you on an alternate path through many of the events of Resident Evil 4. You will play as Ada Wong on a mission that reunites her with Leon S. Kennedy as he searches for the president's daughter.

    Separate Ways will be released alongside a free update for The Mercenaries. This update for The Mercenaries...
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  • Unity Now Claims Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo Will Pay Their Dumb New Fee

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-15-2023, 05:51 PM
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    Unity Now Claims Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo Will Pay Their Dumb New Fee

    Also Valve, Epic, Apple, and any other platform that distributes Unity games.

    If you thought Unity lost their damn minds earlier this week, hold onto your butts because it got worse. Unity now says that platform holders such as Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo will be the ones who have to pick up the tab and pay that new runtime fee on behalf of developers.

    This information comes from an updated FAQ that Unity shared on their website. The FAQ says that the Unity runtime fee...
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  • Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Out February 29; Three Month PlayStation Exclusive

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    • Published: 09-15-2023, 05:05 PM
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    Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Out February 29; Three Month PlayStation Exclusive

    There's also a $350 Collector's Edition coming.

    Square Enix says that the second part to their Final Fantasy 7 remake/reboot is coming very, very soon. A release date for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has been set for February 29, 2024 on the PlayStation 5.

    This announcement came alongside a new trailer for Rebirth as part of this week's PlayStation State of Play broadcast. The new trailer shows off additional playable characters such as Red XIII, Yuffie, and Cait Sith. We also...
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  • Ghostrunner 2 Demo Released

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-15-2023, 02:00 PM
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    Ghostrunner 2 Demo Released

    Try it before you buy it.

    One More Level and 505 Games released a demo for Ghostrunner 2 late in the day yesterday. This demo is available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.

    Ghostrunner 2 will launch officially on October 26, but those that purchase the Brutal Edition will get to play on October 24 with 48-hours of early access. Seems like the Brutal Edition will set you back $69.99. There is also a $39.99 Standard version...
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  • Foamstars Open Beta Announced

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-15-2023, 12:38 PM
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    Foamstars Open Beta Announced

    The beta is open to those on PlayStation 5.

    Square Enix will kick off an open beta for the PlayStation exclusive Foamstars. This beta will begin on September 29 at 6PM (PT) and run through to October 1 at 11:59PM (PT).

    This open beta will let players experience the competitive shooter ahead of its official release in early 2024. It will grant access to eight selectable characters and two different 4v4 game modes.

    To those who haven't seen Foamstars yet: Yes,...
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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
    33.33%
    2
    I completed up to 10 games
    50.00%
    3
    I completed more than 10 games
    16.67%
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