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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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  • Steam Sports Fest Begins May 15

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    • Published: 05-11-2023, 12:09 PM
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    Steam Sports Fest Begins May 15

    Are you ready for some football (and probably other sports)?!

    I bring you good news, sports fans! Starting on May 15, Valve kicks off the Steam Sports Fest that will include all kinds of discounts and demos for anything and everything even remotely sports-like on Steam.

    Valve says that the Steam Sports Fest will celebrate a wide range of sports games and sport-adjacent games. It'll have football (both kinds!), bowling, parkour, and more. It will even have sports games...
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  • Redfall is Arkane's Worst Game Ever

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-11-2023, 02:02 AM
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    Redfall is Arkane's Worst Game Ever

    It's also the worst "AAA" developed title in recent memory.

    It was a struggle to finish Redfall. It was an absolute struggle thanks to performance issues, technical deficiencies, crashes, broken A.I., and uninspired quest design. It was the antithesis of fun and I pushed myself to complete the game out of pure spite.

    Prior to playing Redfall, I saw Arkane as a studio that could do no wrong when it comes to their output. Dark Messiah of Might and Magic in 2006...
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  • Diablo 4 Battle Pass and Season Details Revealed

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    • Published: 05-10-2023, 05:35 PM
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    Diablo 4 Battle Pass and Season Details Revealed

    Blizzard shares what to expect from each season of content for Diablo 4.

    A developer livestream that aired a short time ago today had Blizzard talking all about the cost and content for the Diablo 4 Battle Passes. The development team offered a look at the sort of rewards you can expect to see in these Battle Passes along with how progression will work.

    Each season will not expand upon the story found in Diablo 4. For more story content, you'll have to wait for whatever...
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  • Google Tests Banning Ad Blockers on YouTube

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-10-2023, 04:40 PM
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    Google Tests Banning Ad Blockers on YouTube

    Google offers response to a feature some users are being forced to test.

    Some YouTube users have started to notice that YouTube is popping up a message stating that ad blockers are not allowed on YouTube. One of the first people to notice this ad block block was Reddit user Sazk100.

    A popup message seen by Sazk100 and others says that "ad blockers are not allowed on YouTube." The message goes on to say that "ads allow YouTube to stay free for billions of...
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  • Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun Gameplay is Full of Boomer Shooter Goodness

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    • Published: 05-10-2023, 03:23 PM
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    Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun Gameplay is Full of Boomer Shooter Goodness

    Warhammer 40K fans have been eating good lately.

    The iconic universe of Warhammer 40,000 is once again coming at you with an intense new game. This time in the form of a boomer shooter 40K fans probably never knew they wanted. A new gameplay trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun features one intensely excited narrator and plenty of snippets of gory action.

    Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun is developed by Auroch Digital, published by Focus Entertainment, and features the vocal...
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  • Performance Mode Added to A Plague Tale: Requiem on Consoles

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    • Published: 05-10-2023, 02:31 PM
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    Performance Mode Added to A Plague Tale: Requiem on Consoles

    The PC version also has new optimizations today.

    Those of you playing or have yet to play A Plague Tale: Requiem will be happy to see that an update is now available for the game on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Focus Entertainment and Asobo Studio just released a new patch that adds in a new Performance Mode for the console versions of the game as well as additional options added to the PC version that will "optimize graphical performance."

    The new performance...
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  • Private Division Partners with Pokémon Developer Game Freak on New IP

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    • Published: 05-09-2023, 04:54 PM
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    Private Division Partners with Pokémon Developer Game Freak on New IP

    The two will work to create a new action-adventure IP.

    Private Division, the publishing label of Take-Two Interactive, announced that they have entered into a partnership with Game Freak. This partnership will see Game Freak creating a new action-adventure IP. Yes, this is the same Game Freak that is best known for creating and developing more than 30 titles in the Pokémon franchise.

    This new IP is currently called Project Bloom and is in the earliest stages of development....
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  • Saints Row Receives Massive Update Alongside First DLC Expansion Today

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    • Published: 05-09-2023, 04:04 PM
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    Saints Row Receives Massive Update Alongside First DLC Expansion Today

    The free title update makes significant improvements to the core game and improves combat.

    It's a banner day for Deep Silver and Volition as the first DLC expansion for Saints Row is now available. This paid content is out alongside a huge update for the game that includes free content for everyone along with significant changes to core gameplay mechanics, combat improvements, and bug fixes.

    The first of three planned DLC releases for Saints Row is called The Heist &...
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  • Eurovision Invades Let's Sing 2023

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    • Published: 05-09-2023, 03:04 PM
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    Eurovision Invades Let's Sing 2023

    The new song pack is out now.

    A new song pack for Let's Sing 2023 is now available for all you singing fiends out there. Five new songs are included in the new "Eurovision Song Pack" and features, you guessed it, performances that were on display during Eurovision.

    The Eurovision Song Pack is available right now for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and the Nintendo Switch. From what I can tell, this pack seems to be priced in line with...
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  • Daymare: 1994 Sandcastle Dated for August 30

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    • Published: 05-09-2023, 02:53 PM
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    Daymare: 1994 Sandcastle Dated for August 30

    This prequel title will also have a demo on May 11.

    Good news for survival horror fans looking for something beyond the usual suspects. The upcoming third-person survival horror game, Daymare: 1994 Sandcastle, is set to be released on August 30 of this year. This prequel to Daymare: 1998, will be out on this date for the Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation4, PlayStation 5, and PC.

    Those who haven't played Daymare: 1998, can look forward to a PC demo for Daymare 1994:...
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  • This Payday 3 Teaser Trailer is the Most Underwhelming Thing Ever

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-08-2023, 05:13 PM
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    This Payday 3 Teaser Trailer is the Most Underwhelming Thing Ever

    A nothingburger has more to offer than this.

    Hey so, Payday 3 is still a thing. The first bit of anything related to that game, at least since the Steam page went up in January, is almost not worth the time I'm taking to write this story. Almost.

    Payday 3 has a new teaser trailer today that features brief narration and a note that they will show off gameplay for the heist-focused title this summer. In fact, the image used in this article contains about as much information...
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  • Doom 2 RPG PC Port Released

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    • Published: 05-08-2023, 03:38 PM
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    Doom 2 RPG PC Port Released

    Fans have ported over this mobile game for all to enjoy.

    Doom RPG is a damn amazing mobile game that I spent far too much time playing during my college lectures. This turn-based take on the classic Doom formula came out way back in 2005. I wasn't the only one to enjoy that first game as it earned itself high praise from critics and fans and sold well enough to warrant a sequel, Doom 2 RPG.

    Doom 2 RPG took what made the first game so great and expanded upon the formula...
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  • Darkest Dungeon 2 Released on Steam

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    • Published: 05-08-2023, 03:10 PM
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    Darkest Dungeon 2 Released on Steam

    The game has left Epic's early access period.
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    For almost two years now, an early access release of Darkest Dungeon 2 grew and matured on the Epic Games Store. Today, Darkest Dungeon 2 hits version 1.0 and with that milestone comes a full release of the game on Steam. Developer Red Hook says that they are "thrilled to be back on Steam."

    The 1.0 release of Darkest Dungeon 2 includes 12 playable characters and a story that spans five acts. Those of you who have...
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  • Dota 2's The International Returns to Seattle for 2023

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    • Published: 05-08-2023, 01:24 PM
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    Dota 2's The International Returns to Seattle for 2023

    The last time this esports event was held in Seattle was 2017.

    Valve is bringing The International home for 2023. This weekend, the studio revealed that for the first time since 2017 the massive Dota 2 world championship will be held in Seattle, Washington. It will kick off in late October and take place in the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle.

    Further details were not yet revealed by Valve but they did say that the number of tickets that will be available will be much...
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  • Redfall's First Update Lacks the Performances Fixes You Want

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-08-2023, 12:16 PM
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    Redfall's First Update Lacks the Performances Fixes You Want

    The troubled game's first update is quite lacking.

    An update for Redfall made its way to the PC version of the game earlier today. Those of you downloading the several gigabyte update were probably hoping to see some fixes included for the game's myriad of technical issues. Maybe a fix for the poor CPU and GPU utilization, and overall generally poor performance? Maybe fixes for the shadows, or broken AI, or broken animations, or ragdoll glitches, or poor textures, or floating geometry,...
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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%
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    I completed up to 10 games
    50.00%
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    I completed more than 10 games
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