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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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  • Epic Games Pulling Online Services for Several Games in January

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    • Published: 12-15-2022, 05:38 PM
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    Epic Games Pulling Online Services for Several Games in January

    If you want your online Unreal Tournament fix, you better act fast.

    Epic Games announced that they are shutting down online services and online servers for several of their older titles. This is being done in an effort to support only their newer Epic Online Services. Epic already started to remove the impacted titles from all digital storefronts on December 14, as well as removed the option to purchase DLC.

    Epic says that while "most" titles will still be playable...
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  • The 2022 Steam Winter Sale Begins December 22

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    • Published: 12-15-2022, 04:32 PM
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    The 2022 Steam Winter Sale Begins December 22

    This is your only advance warning that your wallets are in danger.

    Valve has given you all a week to prepare for the upcoming Steam Winter Sale for 2022. The Steam Winter Sale begins on December 22 at 10AM (PT) and won't end until January 5, 2023 at 10AM (PT).

    Today's press release announcement from Valve says that the Steam Winter Sale will again put big discounts on thousands of games. Every genre imaginable will be on sale, so you're almost guaranteed to find something...
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  • Battlefield 2042's 'Battle of Nordvik' Event Begins December 20

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    • Published: 12-15-2022, 04:14 PM
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    Battlefield 2042's 'Battle of Nordvik' Event Begins December 20

    The three week event will offer unique game modes and rewards for those that play.

    A special in-game event is about to begin in Battlefield 2042. Take part in the Battle of Nordvik, a three-week long event that includes a new game mode every week and new cosmetics to unlock as you play. DICE says that Eastern Forces are retaliating after finding out that Nordvik has a secret alliance with the West. You will join either the Nordvik Control Corps or the Black Storm regiment in a "power...
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  • New Story Content Added to Teardown

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    • Published: 12-15-2022, 03:06 PM
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    New Story Content Added to Teardown

    Take on even more heists today.

    Tuxedo Labs released their new "Art Vandals" expansion for Teardown today. This content adds in five new heists, a new location, and is free to everyone that owns the game.

    The Art Vandals missions will task you with stealing several different pieces of art. These pieces of art are found in the fishing town of Tilläggaryd and this town also just so happens to include a modern art museum. You play as Freya Woo, daughter of Gordon...
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  • Death Stranding Movie Announced

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    • Published: 12-15-2022, 02:34 PM
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    Death Stranding Movie Announced

    The first strand-type film was just announced.

    Death Stranding 2 was just announced earlier this month at The Game Awards. Now, a film based on Death Stranding has just been announced. The film will be based off of the games of the same name but will "introduce new elements and characters within the Death Stranding universe."

    Hideo Kojima's Kojima Productions is partnering with Hammerstone Studios to create the Death Stranding movie. Deadline reports that the...
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  • Resident Evil Village's PlayStation VR2 Update is Free

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    • Published: 12-15-2022, 01:35 PM
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    Resident Evil Village's PlayStation VR2 Update is Free

    Free in the sense that you still have to purchase a PlayStation VR2.

    Capcom announced yesterday that the upcoming VR Mode for Resident Evil Village will be a free piece of DLC for all PlayStation 5 owners that own either the base version of Village or the Gold Edition. Naturally, to even make use of this free DLC you will also have to purchase the $550 (USD) PlayStation VR2 hardware when it's released, but let's not split hairs for a moment.

    The VR Mode will allow you to...
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  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Free Multiplayer Weekend

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    • Published: 12-14-2022, 07:35 PM
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    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Free Multiplayer Weekend

    A free weekend to coincide with the first major Season 1 update.

    Activision announces a free weekend for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2's multiplayer component. This free weekend will begin on Thursday, December 15 and will run through until December 19. This weekend provides everyone with access to the game's competitive multiplayer, but with some limitations.

    It seems like the free weekend only offers access to just three of the game's multiplayer maps and four game...
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  • Live-Action God of War Series Announced

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    • Published: 12-14-2022, 05:47 PM
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    Live-Action God of War Series Announced

    Cory Barlog to serve as executive producer.

    A live-action series based on the God of War series has just been announced by Amazon and Sony. The series is entering into early co-production from Amazon Prime Video, Sony Pictures Television, and PlayStation Productions. Cory Barlog, the director on 2018's God of War and co-director for God of War Ragnarök will serve as an executive producer on this series.

    Amazon says that this series will adapt the most recent two titles...
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  • Combat and Room of Requirement Shown in New Hogwarts Legacy Trailer

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    • Published: 12-14-2022, 04:50 PM
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    Combat and Room of Requirement Shown in New Hogwarts Legacy Trailer

    A fresh look at the wide-open world of the wizarding world.

    Warner Bros. Games and Avalanche Software just released a new gameplay video for Hogwarts Legacy. This new trailer shows off another look at the spell based combat along with a look at the Room of Requirement.

    The first section of gameplay shows a player character flying around the open world on a broom. The landscape is based off of the Scottish Highlands and the video showcases a hamlet full of witches and wizards....
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  • The Witcher 3 Goes Next-gen Today

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    • Published: 12-14-2022, 03:40 PM
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    The Witcher 3 Goes Next-gen Today

    Though the PC release seems to have some performance issues.

    The big next-gen update for The Witcher 3 dropped today for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Those of you who don't yet own the game can pick up The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition. Meanwhile, those that owned the game prior should get a free upgrade to this next-gen release.

    This update adds real-time ray tracing to PC, performance and ray tracing modes for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, and...
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  • Dying Light 2 Mod Tools Released

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    • Published: 12-14-2022, 02:15 PM
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    Dying Light 2 Mod Tools Released

    Consoles will get mod support later.

    Techland just released some new mod tools for those interested in modifying Dying Light 2. These tools will help creators make custom maps and other content. Right now, the Dying Light 2 mod tools are available as free DLC on PC via either Steam or the Epic Games Store. Those of you playing on consoles will have to wait a bit, but Techland does plan on offering mod support to you later.

    Techland is bolstering today's mod tool release...
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  • Private Division Partners with Bloober Team for New Survival Horror Game

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    • Published: 12-14-2022, 01:18 PM
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    Private Division Partners with Bloober Team for New Survival Horror Game

    Bloober is working on yet another horror game.

    Between working on the Silent Hill 2 remake and a new Layers of Fear game, Bloober Team should have their plates rather full. Apparently not since it was just announced that Private Division just entered into a publishing agreement with Bloober to create a new survival horror game.

    Bloober Team is known for making a number of different horror games, from the more psychological horror in Layers of Fear and The Medium to Ob...
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  • The Dawning Returns to Destiny 2

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    • Published: 12-13-2022, 04:43 PM
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    The Dawning Returns to Destiny 2

    Spread a little holiday cheer in the form of baked goods.

    The annual Dawning event for Destiny 2 is once again live in Season of the Seraph. Naturally, this event is free to all players of the game regardless of what extra content they may or may not own.

    Players will talk to Eva Levante in the Tower to get started on their journey of baking all sorts of cookies with all sorts of questionable ingredients. The Dawning event for Destiny 2 runs from today through to January...
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  • High on Life Released

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    • Published: 12-13-2022, 03:57 PM
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    High on Life Released

    A new FPS from the creator of Rick and Morty.

    High on Life is a newly released FPS from Squanch Games and Justin Roiland, the creator of Rick and Morty, Trover Saves the Universe, Hulu's Solar Opposites, and several other works. High on Life is out on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass for PC, consoles, and Cloud.

    In High on Life, you play as an unmotivated high-school graduate who just happens to become...
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  • New SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake Trailer

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    • Published: 12-13-2022, 03:30 PM
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    New SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake Trailer

    Pre-orders are now also available.

    A new trailer for SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake is out today. Pre-orders for the action-adventure game are also now available and include several bonuses by way of the Costume Pack.

    SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake will be out January 31, 2023 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. It retails for $39.99 (USD). ...
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