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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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  • Nvidia Showcases Several Upcoming Titles Such as 007 First Light and Control Resonant with Path Tracing and DLSS 4.5

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    • Published: 03-10-2026, 06:10 PM
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    Nvidia Showcases Several Upcoming Titles Such as 007 First Light and Control Resonant with Path Tracing and DLSS 4.5

    So pretty.

    Nvidia dropped a news update today that shines a light on the truckload of upcoming games that will have ray tracing, path tracing, DLSS 4.5 Super Resolution, dynamic multi-frame generation, or support for some combination of all of those features.

    This news from Nvidia offers up some of the first looks of these new technologies running in these titles. For instance, we get a nice showing of path tracing for IO Interactive's 007 First Light and Remedy Entertainment's...
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  • Granblue Fantasy Released on Steam

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    • Published: 03-10-2026, 03:17 PM
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    Granblue Fantasy Released on Steam

    Just in time for the original's 12th anniversary.

    Fans of old-school style RPGs have reason to celebrate today, because just a few hours ago Granblue Fantasy was released on Steam. This is the "classic JRPG that first launched in Japan for mobile devices and web browsers in 2014." Apparently today's release on Steam also marks the first time that new players outside of Japan will be able to experience the game.

    The only bad news here is that you'll have to...
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  • The Necromancer's Tale Console Release Announced for 2026

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    • Published: 03-10-2026, 02:34 PM
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    The Necromancer's Tale Console Release Announced for 2026

    This one already rose from the dead on PC.

    Silver Lining Interactive announced today that they are partnering with Psychic Software to release the gothic-RPG, The Necromancer's Tale, to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2 in 2026. You can presently add the game to your wishlist on PlayStation and Xbox, but the Switch 2 listing isn't up quite yet.

    The Necromancer's Tale was already released on PC via Steam in July 2025. It's also currently on sale through Steam...
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  • GreedFall: The Dying World 1.0 Release is Now Available

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    • Published: 03-10-2026, 01:18 PM
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    GreedFall: The Dying World 1.0 Release is Now Available

    Are you a bad enough dude (or dudette) to rescue yourself?

    GreedFall: The Dying World is now officially available on Steam and for those Deluxe Edition owners on consoles. Non-Deluxe Edition owners on consoles will have to wait just two more days for GreedFall: The Dying World to be made available. Though available in Early Access on Steam for a little while now, today marks the big 1.0 release of the game. Spiders and NACON have made several changes and additions throughout the...
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  • Valve Sued by Performing Right Society for Allegedly Using Musical Works Without Permission

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    • Published: 03-10-2026, 12:35 AM
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    Valve Sued by Performing Right Society for Allegedly Using Musical Works Without Permission

    The total number of high-profile lawsuits against Valve in 2026 is up to four.

    Valve's legal team is surely earning their paychecks these days. In late February, Valve was sued by New York with allegations that their loot box mechanics promoted illegal gambling and could get children addicted to gambling. Just earlier today, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Valve in Washington state that claims Valve has been "knowingly operating unlawful gambling through its loot box...
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  • SiN: Reloaded Coming in 2026 by Nightdive

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    • Published: 03-09-2026, 09:04 PM
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    SiN: Reloaded Coming in 2026 by Nightdive

    The remaster arrives this year.

    Nightdive Studios announce that SiN: Reloaded, a remaster of the 1998 cult classic FPS, will release in 2026 for PC and consoles. This release will include enhanced remastered visuals, modernized control schemes, and the Wages of SiN extra missions pack.

    In SiN: Reloaded, you play as Colonel John R. Blade, a security consultant tasked with going up against Dr. Elexis Sinclaire. Sinclaire is the CEO of SinTEK Industries, a company that...
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  • Another Class-Action Lawsuit Filed Against Valve Over Loot Box 'Gambling'

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    • Published: 03-09-2026, 07:39 PM
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    Another Class-Action Lawsuit Filed Against Valve Over Loot Box 'Gambling'

    Valve is accused of running an illegal gambling operation.

    On Monday, March 9, 2026, a lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington against Valve. The lawsuit says that Valve has been knowingly operating an illegal gambling operation through their loot box system integrated that has been integrated into several titles available through Steam.

    This is a class-action lawsuit led by the Hagens Berman firm. Steve Berman, founder and...
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  • Childish Gambino to Play Yoshi as Nintendo Drops New Super Mario Galaxy Movie Trailer

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    • Published: 03-09-2026, 05:56 PM
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    Childish Gambino to Play Yoshi as Nintendo Drops New Super Mario Galaxy Movie Trailer

    Will Chris Pratt leap off of Donald Glover in order to reach a flag pole?

    During today's new Nintendo Direct dedicated to The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, we were treated to a new trailer for the film as well as announcements for several new cast members. Some of those announcements include Donald Glover (aka: Childish Gambino) taking on the role of Yoshi, Luis Guzmán as Wart, and Issa Rae as Honey Hive Galaxy's Honey Queen.

    Donald Glover is an actor, comedian, musician,...
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  • Tower Defense Fest is Live on Steam

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    • Published: 03-09-2026, 01:51 PM
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    Tower Defense Fest is Live on Steam

    Protect your bases at all costs.

    A new Fest has kicked off on Steam today and it's all about the Tower Defense genre. The aptly named Steam Tower Defense Fest is live from now through to March 16 at 10 AM PT. You can find big discounts on games that include some Tower Defense elements and games that are fully dedicated to the genre.

    Interestingly, I saw word yesterday that Defense Grid 2 had new downloadable content released. Defense Grid 2 came out on September 23,...
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  • EA Issues Layoffs Across All Battlefield Studios

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    • Published: 03-09-2026, 12:53 PM
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    EA Issues Layoffs Across All Battlefield Studios

    Don't release a game? Fired. Release a well-received game that breaks sales records? Believe it or not, also fired.

    Electronic Arts has laid off an undisclosed number of people from across all of the studios that fall under the Battlefield Studios umbrella. Developers have been let go from Criterion, DICE, Ripple Effect, and Motive Studio.

    According to what IGN reports, employees are being laid off due to a "realignment" within Battlefield Studios. IGN's reporting...
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  • Steam Served 100 Exabytes to Customers in 2025 and Other Fun Facts

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    • Published: 03-07-2026, 06:15 PM
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    Steam Served 100 Exabytes to Customers in 2025 and Other Fun Facts

    That would be 100,000,000,000,000 MB, or about 8,781,173 years of scrolling TikTok.

    Valve just shared their "Steam Year in Review 2025" on Friday. This is the company's annual summary of improvements and data that is mainly geared towards developers, but does sometimes include some facts and details that everyone may find interesting.

    This year's review is no exception.

    Valve says that since 2020, Steam grew at a pace of about 3.4 million concurrent...
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  • Nintendo Joins Growing List of Companies Suing the U.S. Government Over Tariffs

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    • Published: 03-06-2026, 10:23 PM
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    Nintendo Joins Growing List of Companies Suing the U.S. Government Over Tariffs

    Nintendo is demanding a full refund plus interest.

    Nintendo is joining the hundreds of other companies that are suing the United States government over the "sweeping tariffs" put in place by the Trump administration in 2025. Nintendo's lawsuit, first spotted by Aftermath, was filed on March 6 with the U.S. Court of International Trade by Nintendo of America.

    On February 20, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down those sweeping tariffs on imported goods, finding...
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  • Hunter: The Reckoning Reboot Leaked via RoboCop: Rogue City Mishap

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    • Published: 03-06-2026, 04:50 PM
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    Hunter: The Reckoning Reboot Leaked via RoboCop: Rogue City Mishap

    One of the weirdest ways a game has been leaked.

    One of the weirdest leaks of all time just took place on Steam on the morning of March 6. Either Teyon or Nacon accidentally accidentally replaced all of the RoboCop: Rogue City data on Steam with an early build of what seems to be an unannounced reboot of Hunter: The Reckoning.

    One of the first people to notice the issue was a Twitter user named Silent. When launching RoboCop after the update they were greeted by a title...
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  • WWE 2K26 Released for All but Standard Edition Owners

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    • Published: 03-06-2026, 02:31 PM
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    WWE 2K26 Released for All but Standard Edition Owners

    Pay to play.

    WWE 2K26 is now available for those who have purchased all but the Standard Edition of the game. This means that those who own the King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, or Monday Night War Edition can play right now. The latest in this wrestling franchise from Visual Concepts is is available for Standard Edition owners on March 13 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and Steam.

    WWE 2K26 boasts a roster of over 400 playable characters. This...
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  • GreedFall: The Dying World 'Plot' Trailer

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    • Published: 03-06-2026, 10:19 AM
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    GreedFall: The Dying World 'Plot' Trailer

    Chapter 9: The Plot

    Another new trailer is out today for GreedFall: The Dying World from Nacon and Spiders. This new trailer shares a look at a bit of the plot driving the game. It doesn't share the entire thing, obviously, but if you do want to go in totally blind then I suggest avoiding this one.

    In GreedFall: The Dying World, players assume the role of one of the natives of the island of Teer Fradee. They are forcibly torn from their homeland and taken to the continent...
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    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...
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