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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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  • There's a Call of Duty Board Game Coming

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-24-2023, 11:23 AM
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    There's a Call of Duty Board Game Coming

    Teabagging, mom jokes, and slurs sold separately.

    There is a Call of Duty board game in the works. It's being called simply Call of Duty: The Board Game and it's in development from Arcane Wonders, Activision Publishing, Genuine Entertainment, and Evolution. Because even the board game version of this franchise requires multiple studios working on it.

    Pre-orders will kick off on Kickstarter this fall. There will be a worldwide retail release of Call of Duty: The Board...
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  • Discarded Map Rework Coming in Battlefield 2042 Update 4.2.0

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-21-2023, 03:54 PM
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    Discarded Map Rework Coming in Battlefield 2042 Update 4.2.0

    The map rework is just one of many changes coming in this update.

    DICE just shared the big changelog for the upcoming Update 4.2.0 for Battlefield 2042. Of note in this update is the inclusion of the latest map to be reworked: Discarded. Of course, there is plenty more included in this update. For instance, you're going to be able to remove attachments from weapons in the Collections Screen.

    A few other notable improvements coming with this update include: A showcase of...
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  • Steam Puzzle Fest Begins April 24

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    • Published: 04-21-2023, 02:12 PM
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    Steam Puzzle Fest Begins April 24

    Riddle me this.

    Another Steam "Fest" event is soon to kick off. Valve passed along word that the Steam Puzzle Fest is the next in the "Fest" lineup.

    The Steam Puzzle Fest begins on April 24 at 10AM (PT) and will conclude on May 1 at the same time. This week-long event will focus on, you got it, games that include puzzles. These include games that focus on escape room style mechanics, games with physics puzzles, tile matching games, party games, hidden...
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  • Dying Light 2 Upgrades the Gore in 'Gut Feeling' Update

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-20-2023, 06:30 PM
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    Dying Light 2 Upgrades the Gore in 'Gut Feeling' Update

    And on the eve of Dead Island 2's release no less.

    In a curious case of timing, the folks over at Techland just released a big update for Dying Light 2: Stay Human that makes "major" improvements to both the combat and physics of the game. This update, dubbed the "Gut Feeling" update, includes improvements to the game's visuals and effects to make the combat "more physically rewarding and goresome."

    This update also includes some community...
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  • Indie Live Expo 2023 Promises to Show Over 300 Titles

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    • Published: 04-20-2023, 03:09 PM
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    Indie Live Expo 2023 Promises to Show Over 300 Titles

    Two days. Over 300 games.

    The biannual digital showcase focused on indie games, indie developers, indie fans, but not Indiana Jones, is set to take place from May 20 through May 21. The INDIE Live Expo 2023 will be the home to over 300 indie games and DLC that are releasing in the future or just released.

    The first day will focus on new and never-before-seen full games. There will also be a look at DLC that has not been revealed yet. News and other updates will also be...
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  • THQ Nordic to Hold a New Showcase in August

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    • Published: 04-20-2023, 12:08 PM
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    THQ Nordic to Hold a New Showcase in August

    Expect to see games like Alone in the Dark and Trine 5.

    It may only be April 20th right now, but THQ Nordic is already looking forward to August. Specifically, August 11, 2023 at 3PM (ET) as that is when they will hold their Digital Showcase 2023 event. It is here that the company will provide some world premiere announcements as well as showing off some previously announced games.

    This year's show will provide new looks at the upcoming Alone in the Dark game, along with...
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  • Storms Forecast for Next Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Update

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    • Published: 04-19-2023, 03:03 PM
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    Storms Forecast for Next Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Update

    This forthcoming update includes new monsters, a level cap increase, and more.

    Capcom revealed the free Title Update 5 content that will drop on April 20th for Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak. This new update will offer two additional and challenging monsters to square off against. These are the Risen Shagaru Magala and Amatsu.

    Amatsu is a big mean Elder Dragon. It has the ability to bend the weather to its will, which means it can summon storms and lightning strikes. On...
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  • Bungie Not Seeking Legal Action Against Leaker but Has the Receipts Ready if Necessary

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    • Published: 04-18-2023, 04:29 PM
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    Bungie Not Seeking Legal Action Against Leaker but Has the Receipts Ready if Necessary

    Bungie says they have "irrefutable evidence" proving they know who a Destiny 2 leaker is.

    A Destiny streamer is accused of leaking content from recent Destiny 2 Community Summit events. Despite the streamer initially denying the accusations, Bungie says that they have "irrefutable evidence" proving that the quietly accused is guilty of leaking the information to the public.

    Over the past several years, there have been fairly regular leaks of confidential...
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  • Ray Tracing to Return to Resident Evil 2 and 3 After Accidental Removal

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    • Published: 04-18-2023, 03:18 PM
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    Ray Tracing to Return to Resident Evil 2 and 3 After Accidental Removal

    A recent update removed the ray tracing functionality from these remakes.

    Capcom says that ray tracing features will return to the PC versions of the remakes for both Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 3. Ray tracing will make a return in a future update after it was accidentally removed in updates released last week for both titles.

    Users started to notice that the ray tracing options were removed shortly after the update was pushed to both titles. They also noticed that...
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  • More Free Content Coming to Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-18-2023, 01:13 PM
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    More Free Content Coming to Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed

    A new map, ghost, cosmetics, and more.

    A new reason to return to (or simply keep on playing) Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed will arrive on April 20th. IllFonic is readying the release of some free, new DLC on this date that will arrive at 11AM (PT). This is the second free DLC release for the game, following a release back in January with additional content.

    New on the 20th will be the Courthouse map, the Possessor ghost, new cosmetics, new abilities, and various quality-of-life...
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  • Halo Veteran Frank O'Connor Also Departs from Microsoft

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    • Published: 04-17-2023, 06:34 PM
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    Halo Veteran Frank O'Connor Also Departs from Microsoft

    O'Connor worked on Halo since 2004.

    A Microsoft spokesperson confirmed that Halo's franchise director, Frank O'Connor, has left Microsoft. The confirmation from Microsoft comes shortly after initial reporting from Windows Central where they noted that O'Connor's LinkedIn page showed he was no longer working at Microsoft or 343 Industries.

    Microsoft's statement about O'Connor's departure was very short. They say, "We thank Frank for his numerous contributions to the...
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  • Joseph Staten Joins Netflix Days After Departure from Microsoft

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    • Published: 04-17-2023, 05:28 PM
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    Joseph Staten Joins Netflix Days After Departure from Microsoft

    Staten will lead development on a new "AAA multi-platform game."

    On April 8, 2023, news about Joseph Staten parting ways from Microsoft made its way around the Internet. Staten served as the creative lead on Halo Infinite and was the cinematic director on the first three Halo titles from Bungie. At the time, Staten said that he would have "more info to share soon."

    True to his word, Staten's immediate future was revealed today. Taking once more to Twitter,...
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  • Sega Acquiring Angry Birds Developer Rovio for $775 Million

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-17-2023, 04:47 PM
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    Sega Acquiring Angry Birds Developer Rovio for $775 Million

    Sega seems keen on entering the mobile market.

    Sega confirms that they are acquiring Rovio, the development studio that made Angry Birds back in 2009 and have been riding that wave ever since. The deal, valued at $775 million (USD) was officially announced on Monday morning. Speculation late last week about this acquisition started to circulate with a $1 billion price tag associated with it.

    Sega is looking to dive deeper into the mobile gaming market. They plan to combine...
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  • Nexon is Now Suing Dark and Darker Developer Irongate

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    • Published: 04-17-2023, 03:00 PM
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    Nexon is Now Suing Dark and Darker Developer Irongate

    Despite being cleared by audits, the Dark and Darker devs are still being sued by Nexon.

    Dark and Darker developer Irongate is now being sued by Nexon over copyright infringement claims. This is the latest in a series of attacks by Nexon against Irongate that ranges from a DMCA takedown of Dark and Darker back in March, to countless allegations, and even asset audits that showed no content was stolen from Nexon.

    Eurogamer has the initial reporting on this one. The lawsuit...
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  • Dead Island 2 Launch Trailer and Co-op Info

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-17-2023, 01:41 PM
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    Dead Island 2 Launch Trailer and Co-op Info

    The often-delayed title is actually getting released.

    Deep Silver and Dambuster Studios released a double dose of Dead Island 2 news today. They showed off the launch trailer for the title, which is a good sign that the game is actually getting released on April 21. They also released some information about how co-op will work in Dead Island 2.

    Dead Island 2 is expected to be out on April 21 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The PC release...
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