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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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  • How to Reduce the Number of Visitors Who Bounce Off Your Website

    • Created by: Major 0
    • Published: 09-19-2022, 12:20 PM
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    How to Reduce the Number of Visitors Who Bounce Off Your Website

    The term "bounce rate" is one of the numbers in a Google Analytics account that is prone to be misunderstood.

    Different websites may have different goals for their bounce rates. And it may take some investigation to determine why a bounce rate is high. However, examining and comprehending your site's bounce rate will help you identify which areas are doing well and which may need further improvement.

    This article will explain bounce rates, what you need to know...
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  • Q&A with the Production Team of EVONY at Top Games Inc.

    • Created by: Major 0
    • Published: 09-19-2022, 10:59 AM
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    Q&A with the Production Team of EVONY at Top Games Inc.

    The Production Team at Top Games Inc. Answers Questions About EVONY: The King’s Return
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    The production team at EVONY has managed to construct a sophisticated game, which begs the question: are casual gamers looking for more out of their user experience? Based on EVONY sales numbers, the answer seems to be a resounding yes. We look at the details, the storylines, and what makes Top Games Inc. stand out.


    Why has EVONY enjoyed such long-lasting success since its...
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  • Massive Grand Theft Auto 6 Leaks

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-18-2022, 01:15 PM
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    Massive Grand Theft Auto 6 Leaks

    Over 90 gameplay videos have been leaked online. Yes, 90. Nine zero.

    Earlier this morning, someone took to GTAForums.com and posted a link to over 90 gameplay clips from the not-yet-officially-revealed Grand Theft Auto 6.

    The user, going by the forum name teapotuberhacker, started a thread on GTAForums in the wee hours of the morning. The post was pretty straightforward. They say, "here are 90 footage/clips from GTA 6." They continue on to say that it's "possible...
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  • Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition Announced

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-16-2022, 06:26 PM
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    Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition Announced

    This is called the definitive release of the classic 90s cult classic.

    The "definitive release of the cult classic" 90's FPS, Rise of the Triad, will arrive in early 2023. Dubbed Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition, this release will be remastered to run at 4K resolutions and 60FPS. It will be released for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.

    This updated release of Rise of the Triad is built on Nightdive's...
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  • Ion Fury Sequel Announced - Phantom Fury

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-16-2022, 05:52 PM
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    Ion Fury Sequel Announced - Phantom Fury

    More running, more gunning, more abilities, more puzzles. What more could you ask for?

    A follow-up to the old-school style first-person shooter, Ion Fury, will be plesaed to know that a sequel is in development. It's called Phantom Fury and it's currently aiming for a 2023 release. Slipgate Ironworks and 3D Realms will get this one out on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

    New in Phantom Fury is a bionic arm upgrade for Shelly "Bombshell"...
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  • EVGA Terminates Partnership with Nvidia Due to "Disrespectful Treatment"

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-16-2022, 04:12 PM
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    EVGA Terminates Partnership with Nvidia Due to "Disrespectful Treatment"

    One of the largest, if not the largest Nvidia board partner will no longer produce Nvidia graphics cards.

    The tech and hardware focused YouTube channel, Gamers Nexus, broke the news today that EVGA will no longer produce Nvidia graphics cards. This includes the upcoming, and very soon to be released, RTX 40-series generation.

    EVGA has been one of the largest, if not the largest third-party board partner if you were looking to purchase an Nvidia based GPU. The quality of...
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    Last edited by Shawn Zipay; 09-16-2022, 06:57 PM. Reason: Added statement from Nvidia

  • Suikoden 1 and 2 are Getting Remastered

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-16-2022, 03:31 PM
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    Suikoden 1 and 2 are Getting Remastered

    Both of these classic RPGs will be bundled together.

    The much-loved Konami RPGs, Suikoden and Suikoden 2, are getting HD remasters for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. The games are aiming to be released in 2023 as a bundle deal.

    Konami made the announcement at the Tokyo Game Show. The full name for this collection is quite the mouthful: Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars. Just why? Why must we have these terrible...
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  • Original PSVR Games Not Compatible with PSVR2

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-16-2022, 02:22 PM
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    Original PSVR Games Not Compatible with PSVR2

    Sony just confirmed this unfortunate news.

    Sony just officially confirmed that PlayStation VR2 will not be able to play games that were made for the original PlayStation VR hardware. This important piece of information came courtesy of the latest episode of the Official PlayStation Podcast starting around the 29:10 mark.

    Senior vice president of platform experience, Hideaki Nishino, confirmed that PSVR2 will not have backwards compatibility with the older games. Here is...
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  • Sins of a Solar Empire 2 Announced

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-16-2022, 01:46 PM
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    Sins of a Solar Empire 2 Announced

    Same real-time strategy goodness, same devs, new engine.

    Stardock and Ironclad Games announced Sins of a Solar Empire 2 today. This sequel will stick closely to the gameplay mechanics of its predecessor by still being a blend of real-time strategy and 4X gameplay.

    The new Iron Engine 3 is the real star of the new game here. The studios say that this engine is a new, custom built 64-bit multicore engine. They promise that Iron Engine 3 will deliver "high fidelity visuals...
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  • Street Fighter 6 Closed Beta in October

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-15-2022, 06:44 PM
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    Street Fighter 6 Closed Beta in October

    The test is for PS5, Series X, and PC.

    Capcom says that there will be a closed beta period for Street Fighter 6 coming this October. Specifically, the closed beta will run from October 7-10. The test seems to be mainly focused on the game's crossplay support, meaning that the test is going to be for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC versions of the game.

    Those of you who are interested can sign up for the beta. The page also offers a look at additional details...
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  • Steam Bash Bash Begins September 19

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-15-2022, 05:45 PM
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    Steam Bash Bash Begins September 19

    A Steam event focused on hack-and-slash action games is upon us.

    Valve just announced and revealed some details about Steam Bash Bash coming soon. From September 19 through September 26, Steam Bash Bash will be a special Steam event that sheds a light on all sorts of hack-and-slash games, action games, games with a lot of melee combat, and the like.

    Like most of these themed Steam events, Steam Bash Bash will focus a spotlight on all sorts of action titles while also offering...
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  • Resident Evil 4 Remake Not Coming to Xbox One

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-15-2022, 05:32 PM
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    Resident Evil 4 Remake Not Coming to Xbox One

    A PlayStation 4 release is still planned though.

    When the Resident Evil 4 remake comes out on March 24, 2023, there will be a notable exception to the release lineup. Resident Evil 4 will be out for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. That's right, there is no Xbox One version being released by Capcom.

    The reveal of the Xbox-less platform lineup came earlier today during Capcom's Tokyo Game Show 2022 online showcase (seen embedded below). Though Capcom...
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  • First New Details for Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-15-2022, 03:38 PM
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    First New Details for Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0

    Some changes include a new AI faction, new circle mechanics, new gulag system, and more.

    Some of the first details for Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 came to light today from Activision and Infinity Ward. Warzone 2.0 is being billed as a "fully revamped experience" that has been built from the ground up for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S hardware. Set to launch on November 16, Warzone 2.0 will still be free-to-play just as its predecessor is.

    Warzone 2.0 takes...
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  • Third-Person and Raid Modes Announced for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2's Multiplayer

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-15-2022, 03:21 PM
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    Third-Person and Raid Modes Announced for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2's Multiplayer

    The co-op Special Ops mode is also coming back.

    Infinity Ward revealed some additional details about the multiplayer component to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. We now know that there will be a new third-person playlist, the addition of a three-person Raid mode, and return of the two-player co-op mode, Special Ops.

    The third-person mode will drastically change the way you play. Anybody who has played a first-person shooter and a third-person game will know that third-person...
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  • Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Hits PC on October 19

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-15-2022, 02:38 PM
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    Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Hits PC on October 19

    The most recent Uncharted titles hit PC in just about a month from now.

    Naughty Dog and Sony announce that Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection will hit PC on October 19. This collection includes both Uncharted 4: A Thief's End and Uncharted: The Lost Legacy. The games have been remastered and optimized for PC for the first time ever.

    Naughty Dog worked with Iron Galaxy on this PC release. It marks Naughty Dog's first release on PC. This release will include a "reimagined...
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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
    16.67%
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