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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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  • Generation Zero Turns 4 as Devs Promise More Years to Come

    Generation Zero Turns 4 as Devs Promise More Years to Come

    The open-world action game has come a long way since release.

    When Generation Zero launched four years back, it sure left a lot to be desired. The game felt mechanically clunky and there were a myriad of other issues that just left a bit of a sour taste in a lot of players' mouths. Since that release, developer Systemic Reaction has released numerous updates, fixes, and quite a bit of additional content (some free, some paid) that have pushed the game to sitting at a comfy "Mostly...
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  • Microsoft Ends $1 Game Pass Trial Offer

    Microsoft Ends $1 Game Pass Trial Offer

    The ending came abruptly and impacts all regions.

    Over the weekend, several people noticed they were no longer able to pick up either Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass for the low, low price of $1 (USD). Microsoft then confirmed that they have ended their $1 trial offer, which has been available now for years, as they consider new promotions instead.

    Head of global communications at Xbox, Kari Perez, says, "We have stopped our previous introductory offer for...
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  • Diablo 4 is Reportedly Killing GPUs

    Diablo 4 is Reportedly Killing GPUs

    If you have an RTX 3080 Ti, you may want to be careful.

    PC Gamer yesterday reported on an issue impacting those with Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti graphics cards trying to run the now open Diablo 4 beta. Beginning last weekend with the closed beta, owners of the RTX 3080 Ti have taken to the Blizzard forums and Reddit to report that Diablo 4 killed their graphics cards.

    According to what users are reporting, at a random point when playing the Diablo 4 beta, their monitors will go...
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  • Battlefield 2042 Update 4.1.0 Changelog

    Battlefield 2042 Update 4.1.0 Changelog

    This update arrives the final week of March.
    Next week, DICE is preparing to roll out the 4.1.0 update for Battlefield 2042. This is the first major update for Season 4: Eleventh Hour, though it's not the first update of the season. This one is a doozy. It contains new vault weapons, an overhaul to how armor plates work, improvements to text chat, and much more.

    Before diving into the decently long changelog for update 4.1.0, DICE also shared a bit of information on the upcoming...
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  • Resident Evil 4 Released

    Resident Evil 4 Released

    How many times have you read that headline?

    For the 12th(?) time now (excluding separate staggered regional release dates), Resident Evil 4 has been released! This time, it's different. This one isn't just a port of the original Resident Evil 4 on to another platform. This time, it's a full on remake and it. Is. Glorious.

    That's right, the Resident Evil 4 remake is now available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Sorry Xbox One owners, the glory...
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  • Swimsuits and Summer Fun Hit Apex Legends

    Swimsuits and Summer Fun Hit Apex Legends

    A new limited-time mode finds you avoiding the heat, plus get Ash's heirloom.
    A seasonal update for Apex Legends rolls out on March 28th that promises to bring the heat to everyone under the sun. Literally.

    The "Sun Squad Collection Event" for the Respawn Entertainment developed battle royale offers players a chance to unlock some special swimsuit clothing options, Ash's "Strongest Link" heirloom, other event items, and some general fixes and balancing adjustments...
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  • Elden Ring Update Adds Extremely Subtle Ray Tracing to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series

    The latest patch adds in some graphical eye candy for those that can run it.

    Ray tracing was said to be coming to Elden Ring prior to the game's release. It may be a year after Elden Ring was released, but the promised ray tracing is now here. The new v1.09 patch for Elden Ring adds in ray tracing options for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC versions of the game. Obviously, there's not going to be any ray tracing features for those playing on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One who downloaded...
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  • TMNT: The Last Ronin to Show a More Adult Side to the Turtles

    TMNT: The Last Ronin to Show a More Adult Side to the Turtles

    The 2020 comic is being turned into a God of War-like action title.

    What some claim is the "darkest" comic series involving the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is being turned into a video game. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin is set to be a third-person action focused adaptation of the 2020 comic series of the same name. Like the comic, this game will be a darker and more mature take on the Turtles.

    Polygon is the first to share this announcement thanks...
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  • The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Release Date Set for May

    The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Release Date Set for May

    This precious adventure is just a couple of months out.

    The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is expected to be released on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC on May 25. This new title, based on The Lord of the Rings trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien will take you into the mind of Sméagol, or as they are sometimes known, Gollum.

    There will be a hands-on preview opportunity for those attending PAX East. Look for the Daedalic Booth #12043....
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  • Microsoft Cancelled a PlayStation 5 Version of Redfall

    Microsoft Cancelled a PlayStation 5 Version of Redfall

    Arkane's Harvey Smith says a planned PS5 version was scrapped following Microsoft's acquisition of Bethesda.

    Redfall is an upcoming cooperative FPS that will have you and up to three additional friends roaming the town of Redfall slaying vampires. Redfall was announced as being exclusive for PC and Xbox platforms, which does make a lot of sense seeing as how the developer, Arkane, is owned by Bethesda and Bethesda is owned by Microsoft.

    In an interview with IGN France,...
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  • Lords of the Fallen Unreal Engine 5 Technical Showcase

    Lords of the Fallen Unreal Engine 5 Technical Showcase

    As shown during the State of Unreal keynote.

    CI Games took a bit of time out of the State of Unreal keynote at this year's GDC to show the audience how Lords of the Fallen makes use of Unreal Engine 5 technologies.

    The team showed off a demo of the game that is currently still in development at Hexworks. The demo shows off an early area of the game called Skyrest Bridge. It's here that they showed off some features like the character customization options, which utilize...
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  • Mighty Doom Released on Mobile

    Mighty Doom Released on Mobile

    It's like DOOM but different.

    Alpha Dog Games and Bethesda Softworks released a new DOOM today. Mighty DOOM is a top-down, single-touch shooter that is free to download right now for iOS and Android devices.

    Bethesda notes that anybody who downloads and plays Mighty DOOM before April 20, 2023 will get the Mini Slayer's pack for free. This includes exclusive weapon skins, equipment keys, and Crystals. ...
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  • Aliens: Dark Descent Gameplay Reveal

    Aliens: Dark Descent Gameplay Reveal

    This tactical title to be released on June 20.

    The worldwide launch of the real-time strategy, squad-based tactical action game, Aliens: Dark Descent will take place on June 20, 2023. This new Aliens title from Tindalos Interactive and Focus Entertainment will be out for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

    To go along with the release date announcement is a new gameplay video for the game. This is also the first gameplay video shown off for...
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  • Valve Announces Counter-Strike 2

    Valve Announces Counter-Strike 2

    Valve's massively popular FPS gets an engine upgrade and a test starting today.

    Valve officially announced Counter-Strike 2 today after weeks of teases, speculation, and rumors. The developer calls this "the largest technical leap forward in Counter-Strike's history" and I'm inclined to believe it.

    Counter-Strike 2 will launch to everyone starting in Summer of 2023. Counter-Strike 2 will be a free upgrade to Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. Some Counter-Strike:...
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  • Deceive Inc. Now Available

    Deceive Inc. Now Available

    Spy vs spy vs spy vs spy vs...

    Sweet Bandits Studios and publisher Tripwire Presents just released Deceive Inc. on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. From the looks of it, this one is going for just $19.99 (USD) on all platforms. ...
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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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