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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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  • Halo Infinite Season 2 Launches May 3

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-08-2022, 03:28 PM
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    Halo Infinite Season 2 Launches May 3

    Oh no, I put the important bit in the headline.

    Well, this is awkward. I went and put the important information in the headline. That means you don't have to read the rest of this news post because you already know that Season 2 for Halo Infinite will be out on May 3.

    What can I do to fill this space now besides uselessly padding out this story so that I can get enough information in for the preview break? Oh, I know, I can let you know that there was also a new trailer...
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  • Spades Is Not A Game, Spades Is Life

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    • Published: 04-08-2022, 09:31 AM
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    Spades Is Not A Game, Spades Is Life

    The game of Spades is a popularly played card game. In the 1930s, this game was invented in the U.S.A., and soon after, it became popular all over.

    We break down how to play this game below.


    Terms Used in Spades

    Deal

    The deal is a process where the dealer in the game gives cards to every player in the game. Often, a round in the game is also known as a deal. When playing cards in your hands, you are playing a deal.

    Bid...
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  • Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Review (PC)

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-07-2022, 06:11 PM
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    Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Review (PC)

    Ranks among the best of the Borderlands franchise.

    Right out of the gate, I must say that I would consider myself a fan of the Borderlands games. I have played through the first game about two times, the second game about three times, Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel about 1.5 times, and Borderlands 3 at least once. I frankly cannot remember if I played through the third game twice, once solo and once with friends, or if I just played through it all once with friends. And really, the less...
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  • Godfall: Ultimate Edition is Out Now, Including on Steam

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    • Published: 04-07-2022, 05:21 PM
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    Godfall: Ultimate Edition is Out Now, Including on Steam

    Get it on Xbox and Steam for a limited time reduced price.

    The Counterplay Games developed, and Gearbox Publishing published game, Godfall: Ultimate Edition, is now available. This action title is out now for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via the Epic Games Store and Steam.

    This release marks the first time that Godfall, in any form, has appeared on Xbox and Steam. As such, these releases are being offered at a special launch discount...
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  • Free Base Assault Update Out Now for Generation Zero

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    • Published: 04-07-2022, 04:38 PM
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    Free Base Assault Update Out Now for Generation Zero

    New story content, base challenges, and more included in today's update.
    The free "Base Assault" update for the open-world co-op action title Generation Zero rolled out earlier today. The update, available for free, brings new content for users on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam.

    The game itself, along with this update, is also available for all Game Pass subscribers. Since this is a free update, that means you probably have more money to spend at https:...
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  • Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition is Now Available

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    • Published: 04-07-2022, 03:58 PM
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    Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition is Now Available

    Experience a modernized version of the classic JRPG.

    In early February, Square Enix revealed that they would soon release a remastered version of the classic RPG Chrono Cross. That day has come. Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition is now available on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and on PC via Steam.

    Players will set out on an adventure featuring enhanced illustration from original character designer Nobuteru Yuuki. This work is combined with "refined...
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  • Special Easter Event Begins in Hitman 3

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-07-2022, 02:58 PM
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    Special Easter Event Begins in Hitman 3

    Head to Berlin where the Easter Bunny paid Agent 47 a visit.

    Starting today, those who own Hitman 3 can head to the Berlin map for some holiday fun. A new Easter-themed event just started. The locale has been transformed for a big Egg Hunt event.

    Those who want to hunt down those elusive eggs can do so only in the areas outside surrounding the club interior. The entire area has been decorated with some Easter-themed decorations and graffiti. There are also a series of...
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  • Official Formula 1 Game Shuts Down, Makes Worthless NFTs Even More Worthless

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    • Published: 04-06-2022, 07:28 PM
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    Official Formula 1 Game Shuts Down, Makes Worthless NFTs Even More Worthless

    NFTs were already worthless to begin with, am I right?

    An official Formula 1 racing game "powered" by NFTs and crypto, closed down last month. The game was F1 Delta Time and its closure spells bad news for those foolish enough to have spent even a penny on the ongoing scam that are NFTs.

    See, F1 Delta Time was one of the first officially licensed NFT games out in the wild. It closed down last month, specifically it closed on March 16, just one day after it...
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  • Two Point Campus Delayed

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    • Published: 04-06-2022, 05:38 PM
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    Two Point Campus Delayed

    You won't be able to build your own school until August.

    Some sad news today as word has come from Sega and Two Point Studios that Two Point Campus has been delayed. The goofy sim-style game has been pushed out of a May 17 release to August 9.

    The developer says that they "want to make sure that every single one of you gets the best quality game no matter what you're playing on." As such, the team needs some more time to optimize the game for all platforms....
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  • Remakes of Max Payne and Max Payne 2 in Development from Remedy and Rockstar

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-06-2022, 04:11 PM
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    Remakes of Max Payne and Max Payne 2 in Development from Remedy and Rockstar

    The hype is already off the charts.

    Remedy Entertainment just announced that they are going to develop and release remakes of Max Payne and Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne. The company says that they have entered into a development agreement with Rockstar Games in order to make this happen.

    Details are a bit scarce at the moment, but we do know that these games will be remade for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Remedy will handle the development side of things...
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  • New Ghost Recon Game Reportedly in Development

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-06-2022, 03:59 PM
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    New Ghost Recon Game Reportedly in Development

    Sources suggest that Ubisoft is already working on the next game.

    Just yesterday, word came from Ubisoft that Ghost Recon Breakpoint would no longer receive any new content updates. Today, two sources speaking with Kotaku say that Ubisoft's Paris studio has already started work on the next entry in the series.

    According to Kotaku's report, the next game is codenamed OVER and has apparently been in development for over a year now. It could arrive as early as fiscal year...
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  • You Can Now Quickly Harvest Resources in Latest Horizon Forbidden West Update

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-06-2022, 03:33 PM
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    You Can Now Quickly Harvest Resources in Latest Horizon Forbidden West Update

    An undocumented change fixes one major issue players had.

    The most recent update for Horizon Forbidden West fixed made an optional change to one of the game's main features that went undocumented in the changelog. Players are now able to enable a feature that will allow players to instantly pick up resources.

    When turned on, this feature will allow players to pick up resources without having to wait for a short animation to play out. Sure, the animation isn't all that...
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  • Upcoming Windows 11 Security Feature will Require a Fresh Install of Your OS

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-06-2022, 02:06 PM
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    Upcoming Windows 11 Security Feature will Require a Fresh Install of Your OS

    You want to be secure, right?

    A new update for Windows 11 is in the works from Microsoft that aims to "help protect hybrid work." This new security feature is called Smart App Control and it hopes to prevent you from running malicious software. "Hybrid work" in this case is a combination of work that is done both at home and in-office, something that isn't too uncommon these days.

    The new Smart App Control will be built into Windows 11. It will monitor...
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  • Skills You Can Learn From Online Gaming

    • Created by: Major 0
    • Published: 04-06-2022, 02:04 PM
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    Skills You Can Learn From Online Gaming


    Online gaming has been around for a long time. Xbox gave gamers the ability to play against others online in the early 2000s, closely followed by PlayStation. Having the ability to play the same game with other players from anywhere across the globe revolutionized gaming.

    Since online gaming started, there have been consistent improvements in technology, and the games have become so much more sophisticated. The gaming community has also advanced, and there are tremendous opportunities...
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  • New Tomb Raider Game Announced, Built on Unreal Engine 5

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-05-2022, 06:15 PM
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    New Tomb Raider Game Announced, Built on Unreal Engine 5

    Lara isn't quite done with her adventures just yet.

    Crystal Dynamics revealed that they are working on a new Tomb Raider game that will be built using Unreal Engine 5.

    The studio made the announcement today during the State of Unreal 2022 event, where it was also revealed that Unreal Engine 5 is now available to download.

    General manager for the Tomb Raider franchise Dallas Dickinson says that they will be creating a "high-quality cinematic action-adventure...
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