Warner Bros. Games announces that the start of Season 2 for MultiVersus is underway with Marvin the Martian leading the charge. I'm not 100% clear on the timing for all of this, but it seems as though Season 2 has just started but Marvin the Martian and other content won't be arriving until a little later. Marvin will come packed with his Illudium Q-36 Explosive Space Modulator explosive device, powerful blaster, and spaceship summoning abilities....
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...
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."...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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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Marvin the Martian Invades MultiVersus Season 2
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Marvin the Martian Invades MultiVersus Season 2
Plus a new Game of Thrones map announced.
Warner Bros. Games announces that the start of Season 2 for MultiVersus is underway with Marvin the Martian leading the charge. I'm not 100% clear on the timing for all of this, but it seems as though Season 2 has just started but Marvin the Martian and other content won't be arriving until a little later. Marvin will come packed with his Illudium Q-36 Explosive Space Modulator explosive device, powerful blaster, and spaceship summoning abilities.... -
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The Lord of the Rings Online Gets New Mini Expansion Today
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The Lord of the Rings Online Gets New Mini Expansion Today
Before the Shadow adds new content for the long-running MMO.
Those of you playing The Lord of the Rings Online will get some fresh content to experience today. A new mini expansion called Before the Shadow just dropped from Standing Stone Games.
Unlike most expansions for MMOs, this one seems to focus on the earlier parts of the game and not necessarily the end game. This includes questing and content for those leveling from 1 through 32. Before the Shadow will send players... -
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Eidos Shanghai is Now Gearbox Studio Shanghai
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Eidos Shanghai is Now Gearbox Studio Shanghai
This will be Gearbox's first expansion in Asia.
Gearbox Entertainment announces that Eidos Shanghai is now Gearbox Studio Shanghai. This marks the first expansion of Gearbox into Asia, which they call "an important market in the company's long-term growth strategy." The previous leader of Eidos Shanghai, Gigi Ning, will stay on as the general manager of Gearbox Studio Shanghai. They will report to Gearbox Publishing San Francisco.
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Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 Preload is Live
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Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 Preload is Live
Start downloading now ahead of Warzone 2.0's launch on Wednesday.
Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 is currently available for preload, at least through Steam and Battle.net on PC. However, the console preload process might be a bit cumbersome at the moment.
See, if you want to download Warzone 2.0 on PlayStation 5, you will first need to go to the page for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, hit the Options button to get to the Warzone 2.0 page, and go from there. For Xbox, it should... -
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God of War: Ragnarok and Elden Ring Lead The Game Awards Nominations
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God of War: Ragnarok and Elden Ring Lead The Game Awards Nominations
Every nominee for The Game Awards 2022 were revealed.
Geoff Keighley just announced every single nominee for The Game Awards 2022. The most nominated game is none other than God of War: Ragnarök with ten nominations. Elden Ring is the next most nominated game at seven nominations. It probably comes as zero surprise to anybody that these two games are leading the nominations list this year.
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Next-gen Update for The Witcher 3 Arrives December 14
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Next-gen Update for The Witcher 3 Arrives December 14
It's an early Christmas gift from CD Projekt Red to you.
CD Projekt Red says that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition will be released on December 14, 2022. This is the next-gen update for The Witcher 3 that will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The studio says that this release and update will "feature dozens of visual, performance, and technical enhancements over the original." Included in these improvements will be ray tracing,... -
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Microsoft Pauses Windows 11 22H2 Rollout Due to Game Stutters
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Microsoft Pauses Windows 11 22H2 Rollout Due to Game Stutters
The 22H2 update may result in "lower than expected performance" or stuttering in games.
In early October, Microsoft publicly released the 22H2 update for Windows 11. This update brought several new features to the operating system, the return of several features common to Windows that were common in older versions, and several bug fixes. Unfortunately for those that play video games, which is probably you if you're reading this, it also introduced several performance issues.... -
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505 Games and Remedy Enter Publishing Agreement for Control 2
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505 Games and Remedy Enter Publishing Agreement for Control 2
The two companies will co-develop and co-publish the sequel.
Control 2 has apparently been officially announced with today's reveal that Remedy Entertainment and 505 Games will co-develop and co-publish the title. Control 2, previously known as Codename Heron, will be made for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Remedy will publish the game on PC while 505 handles the console releases. Though unconfirmed, this could very well mean that Control 2 will be exclusive to the Epic Games... -
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Kevin Conroy, Voice of Batman, Has Passed Away at 66
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Kevin Conroy, Voice of Batman, Has Passed Away at 66
Conroy is known as the voice of Batman in The Animated Series and Arkham games.
You may not know his face, but you certainly know his voice. Kevin Conroy, the voice of Batman since the 90s with Batman: The Animated Series and then the Arkham series of video games, has passed away at the age of 66 after a short battle with cancer. News of his passing was shared on social media today from friends and those he worked with. A press release from DC was also shared with .
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Google Starts Refunding Stadia Purchases
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Google Starts Refunding Stadia Purchases
Google says that the process should be automatic.
The process of issuing refunds to Stadia customers for purchases made on hardware, games, peripherals, and subscriptions has begun at Google. This comes a little over a month since Google announced that they were shutting down their online game streaming service. Google still plans on shutting the service down completely on January 18, 2023.
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Battlefield 2042 Free Trials Happening in December
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Battlefield 2042 Free Trials Happening in December
A series of free access periods are coming in December.
As part of their latest development update, DICE and EA say that there will be a series of free access periods throughout December for Battlefield 2042. These periods will be available on each platform to experience all of what Battlefield 2042 has to offer for a limited time.
Those who play during the Free Access periods will get a few bonuses. First off is the Battlefield 2042 Welcome Pack, which includes a collection... -
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New Nvidia Drivers Fix Call of Duty and Forza Horizon Issues
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New Nvidia Drivers Fix Call of Duty and Forza Horizon Issues
These Game Ready drivers were made for Modern Warfare 2.
Nvidia released new drivers today for their graphics cards. These new 526.86 drivers are "Game Ready" for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. Nvidia says that these drivers offer "improved stability, solves image corruption issues, and supports Nvidia DLSS Super Resolution and Nvidia Reflex" in Modern Warfare 2.
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Battlefield 2042 Double XP Weekend Now Underway
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Battlefield 2042 Double XP Weekend Now Underway
You have until Monday to get some faster ranks.
DICE just kicked off a double XP event for Battlefield 2042. From today (November 10th) through to Monday, November 14 at 10AM (UTC; 5AM ET) players will be able to earn double XP across all game modes.
DICE says that this is the first of what will be "more" double XP events coming in Season 3 and beyond.
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Call of Duty: Warzone to be Taken Offline for Nearly Two Weeks
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Call of Duty: Warzone to be Taken Offline for Nearly Two Weeks
Activision says they will bestow some compensation gifts on players when Warzone 2.0 launches.
As Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 nears its November 16 (at 8AM PT) release date, Activision is taking the first Call of Duty: Warzone offline. Warzone will be down for a period of 12 days so that the team can focus on getting the sequel launched and situated in a stable state. Once Warzone 2.0 is in a good spot, the plan is to bring the first Warzone back online on November 28 at 10AM (PT).... -
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Meta Lays Off Over 11,000 Employees
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Meta Lays Off Over 11,000 Employees
This is a reduction of roughly 13% of its total workforce.
Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, just announced that they have let go more than 11,000 employees across many divisions. This reduction is equal to about 13% of Meta's total workforce.
The message shared with Meta employees was also shared publicly by Zuckerberg. In the remarks issued, he says that some discretionary spending will be cut and there will be a hiring freeze at Meta through Q1 2023. This is being done, according... -
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