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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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  • Original Tomb Raider Trilogy Getting Remastered

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    • Published: 09-14-2023, 06:01 PM
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    Original Tomb Raider Trilogy Getting Remastered

    Yes, the classic control schemes are still an option.

    Crystal Dynamics is teaming up with Aspyr to bring visually enhanced versions of the original three Tomb Raider titles to modern consoles and PC. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft is the full and official name for this work and will, as expected, include Tomb Raider, Tomb Raider II, and Tomb Raider III.

    This release will include upgraded graphics, performance improvements, all expansions, and more. Fans...
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  • New Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Trailer with Idris Elba

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    • Published: 09-14-2023, 05:03 PM
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    New Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Trailer with Idris Elba

    A fresh look at Idris Elba and more information concerning the new expansion.

    CD Projekt Red shared a new look at Idris Elba and his role in the upcoming release of Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. This new trailer shared today shows some of the events taking place seven years prior to the events of Phantom Liberty.

    In addition, Elba shared some behind the scenes details about his character. Before that, CD Projekt Red shared new details on new gameplay elements and some...
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  • Save Up to 20% on Steam Deck

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    • Published: 09-14-2023, 02:10 PM
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    Save Up to 20% on Steam Deck

    Save up to 20% on Steam Deck for a limited time.

    Valve decided to throw the Steam Deck in to the 20th anniversary festivities for Steam. What this means for you is that from now through to September 21st, all Steam Deck versions are on sale. The Steam Deck Docking Station is also on sale!

    This sale sees the top end 512GB Steam Deck model going from $649 down to just $519. That's quite the bargain if you've been on the fence about picking up one of these handheld devices....
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  • Bethesda to Add DLSS and FOV Slider to Starfield

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    • Published: 09-13-2023, 05:10 PM
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    Bethesda to Add DLSS and FOV Slider to Starfield

    Makes you wonder why they weren't in there to begin with.

    Bethesda released the first post-launch update for Starfield today. It's not exactly a big one, but it does include a couple of fixes for stability and progression blockers. However, the bigger news is that Bethesda mentioned what they plan to add to the game in the near future.

    Bethesda says that they will add some of the most requested community features. You know, features like the ability to adjust brightness...
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  • Slave Zero X to Release February 2024

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    • Published: 09-13-2023, 04:01 PM
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    Slave Zero X to Release February 2024

    The 2.5D hack-and-slash sequel is just a few months away.

    Slave Zero X will be released on February 21, 2024 from developer Poppy Works and publisher Ziggurat Interactive. Slave Zero X is a prequel to Slave Zero, a game that came out back in 1999 for the Sega Dreamcast.

    Slave Zero X will be out in February for a bunch of platforms such as the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

    Slave Zero X will have you playing...
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  • Resident Evil Coming to iPhone 15 Pro

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    • Published: 09-13-2023, 03:23 PM
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    Resident Evil Coming to iPhone 15 Pro

    Full feature versions are coming to Apple's upcoming hardware.

    Capcom says that both Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil Village are coming to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max later this year. According to Capcom, this will be the first time these titles are available on smartphones.

    Capcom claims that both games will "deliver stunning graphics with fidelity that parallels the latest consoles." As for that claim, well, we'll let you be the judge of that...
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  • Embracer Reportedly Trying to Sell Gearbox

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    • Published: 09-12-2023, 05:07 PM
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    Embracer Reportedly Trying to Sell Gearbox

    A lot of companies are supposedly interested in the Borderlands developer.

    Gearbox is reportedly up for sale by parent company Embracer. This report comes from Reuters that say a sale of Gearbox is just one option that Embracer is considering for the Borderlands studio. According to Reuters' reporting, a number of third-parties have already expressed interest in picking up Gearbox.

    So far, this is just one report and has not been confirmed yet. Neither Embracer nor Gearbox...
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  • Unity Pisses Off Everyone with New Pricing Change

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    • Published: 09-12-2023, 03:38 PM
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    Unity Pisses Off Everyone with New Pricing Change

    Unity wants to charge devs a monthly fee per each game install.

    A change in Unity's business model has been met with some harsh criticism from developers all over, with at least one calling it "an absolute fucking catastrophe."

    Unity announced some major changes to the Unity Engine business model. This new model will introduce a new monthly to developers that charges them an additional fee based on each new game install. The model is set to begin on January 1,...
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  • Steam Turns 20

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    • Published: 09-12-2023, 02:09 PM
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    Steam Turns 20

    Just one more year until it can legally drink in the States.

    Valve launched Steam 20 years ago today. On September 12, 2003, the Internet was set on fire by people complaining up and down the aisle that this new Steam program sucked and WON was so much better. Now look at where we're at. Steam is turning 20 and most people can't imagine PC gaming without it.

    In honor of the two decade milestone, Valve put together a "fun walk down Steam and pop culture memory lan...
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  • Official Mod Support Coming to Starfield in 2024

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    • Published: 09-11-2023, 06:42 PM
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    Official Mod Support Coming to Starfield in 2024

    Though there are already hundreds of mods available.

    Todd "Sixteen Times the Detail" Howard of Bethesda fame, says that Starfield will receive official mod support in 2024. Howard spilled the Creation Kit beans in a recent chat with Famitsu.

    While a firm release date wasn't given, it was suggested that when it does arrive it will come through the Creation Kit that is used for other Bethesda titles such as Fallout 4 and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Howard says...
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  • XDefiant Delayed After Failing to Receive Console Certification

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-11-2023, 05:41 PM
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    XDefiant Delayed After Failing to Receive Console Certification

    The release has been pushed to between September and October.

    Ubisoft's upcoming free-to-play FPS, XDefiant, has been delayed by a wee bit. This is due to the fact that the game has been refused certification by both Microsoft and Sony. This moves the release date from the end of August (which has obviously come and go) to anywhere between the middle of September to the middle of October.

    The certification process for XDefiant began near the end of July for PlayStation...
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  • Starfield is Officially Bethesda's Largest Ever Release

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    • Published: 09-07-2023, 05:41 PM
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    Starfield is Officially Bethesda's Largest Ever Release

    6 million players and counting.

    Bethesda Game Studios announced mere minutes ago that Starfield is the largest ever release for Bethesda. It's not clear if this is the largest release for Bethesda Softworks (the publisher), Bethesda Game Studios (the developer) or just "Bethesda" in general. Let's just go with "Bethesda" in the general sense here because no other clarification was offered.

    Whatever the case may be, Starfield seems to be a pretty big...
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  • RIG 900 Max HX Dolby Atmos Headphones Released

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    • Published: 09-07-2023, 05:01 PM
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    RIG 900 Max HX Dolby Atmos Headphones Released

    These are more on the upper end of the price range.

    NACON has announced and released the new RIG 900 Max HX headset today. These are officially licensed for use with the Xbox, but can also work on PC if you want. They include a "personalized" Dolby Atmos experience, dual wireless connection options, and a charging base.

    It seems like the main draw here is the use of the Dolby Personalization mobile app. This allows users to kind of fine-tune the Dolby Atmos experience...
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  • Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis Out Now on Mobile

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    • Published: 09-07-2023, 03:54 PM
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    Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis Out Now on Mobile

    Experience key moments from Final Fantasy 7.

    Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis is now available on iOS and Android devices. This game will take you through various chapters of the rather extensive Final Fantasy 7 timeline. You will experience events from the original game alongside some "new story elements penned by Final Fantasy 7 Remake story and scenario writer Kazushige Nojima." These new story elements will focus on the character of Sephiroth.

    This release includes...
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  • Megan Fox Voices Nitara in Mortal Kombat

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    • Published: 09-06-2023, 06:00 PM
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    Megan Fox Voices Nitara in Mortal Kombat

    The actress says she can really resonate with how Nitara is a vampire.

    There's a new Mortal Kombat trailer out today from NetherRealm Studios. This one shows off the character of Nitara, who returns to the franchise after a near 17 year absence.

    Nitara is being voiced by actor Megan Fox. ...
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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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