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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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  • Planet of Lana 2 Trailer For Those Who Love Puzzles

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    • Published: 03-03-2026, 05:08 PM
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    Planet of Lana 2 Trailer For Those Who Love Puzzles

    See how puzzle design has improved in the sequel.

    A new developer diary video for Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf shares a look at how the puzzles and design have taken "a leap forward" when compared to the first game. The team at Wishfully Studios and Thunderful share a nice little look at the "unique companion-based puzzling" in the sequel.

    Planet of Lana 2's lead game designer Dan Faxe and senior game designer Christian Enfors talks about...
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  • Fallout 76 Update Puts Bigfoot in the Crosshairs

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 03-03-2026, 04:18 PM
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    Fallout 76 Update Puts Bigfoot in the Crosshairs

    Bigfoot took a trip from the Pacific Northwest to Appalachia for some reason.

    Step into the The Backwoods of rural Appalachia with Fallout 76's latest update. In case you couldn't tell, the update is named The Backwoods, and it gives players the opportunity to participate in a number of Public Events and a chance to tangle with Bigfoot directly.

    Players who are successful in the Public Events will try to take down Bigfoot as quickly as possible. Those that are able to...
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  • Sony Santa Monica Allegedly Making God of War Spinoff Game with a Focus on Faye

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    • Published: 03-02-2026, 07:33 PM
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    Sony Santa Monica Allegedly Making God of War Spinoff Game with a Focus on Faye

    Will be more "action focused."

    Sony Santa Monica, the studio behind the God of War franchise, is reportedly working on a spinoff title that is focused on Faye, wife of Kratos and mother to Atreus. Over this past weekend, a LinkedIn profile excerpt was shared of a writer that claims to have worked on the project.

    The LinkedIn profile shared that they were a Senior Writer at Sony Interactive Entertainment. The job description on the profile says that they "helped...
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  • Starfield PlayStation 5 Release Date Leaked Online

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    • Published: 03-02-2026, 06:06 PM
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    Starfield PlayStation 5 Release Date Leaked Online

    A physical release is also coming.

    According to the rather reliable leaker billbil-kun, the release date for the PlayStation 5 version of Starfield may finally be known.

    In an article shared on Deadlabs, billbil-kun says that Starfield will release on PlayStation 5 on April 7, 2026. It will release both digitally and physically. This release date on PS5 comes roughly two and a half years after the game's initial release on Xbox Series consoles and PC.

    The...
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  • Nacon Connect Rescheduled for May 2026

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    • Published: 03-02-2026, 05:11 PM
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    Nacon Connect Rescheduled for May 2026

    Makes sense.

    Nacon says that their Nacon Connect showcase has been delayed until May 2026. They say that this "strategic decision" was done "in order to ensure that our future announcements have the impact they deserve."

    The Nacon Direct was originally scheduled for March 4 at 2 PM ET. However, in late February, Nacon filed for insolvency after their majority shareholder, Bigben Interactive, failed to make a partial repayment of €43 million....
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  • The Most Played Steam Next Fest Demos for February 2026

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    • Published: 03-02-2026, 04:48 PM
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    The Most Played Steam Next Fest Demos for February 2026

    Valve shares a look at the biggest demos from the past week.

    The February 2026 version of the Steam Next Fest has come and gone. The week was full of new and returning demos for upcoming games, and Valve has shared a look at what the most played demos were.

    Specifically, Valve has shared a list of the top 50 most played demos for the event. Maybe the list includes some demos you personally tried. Maybe the list includes some games you may have missed that you might be...
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  • The Place of Casino Platforms in Today’s Gaming Ecosystem

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    • Published: 03-02-2026, 12:30 AM

    The Place of Casino Platforms in Today’s Gaming Ecosystem

    The modern gaming world is no longer just about buying one title and playing it until something new comes along. Today, players move through platforms, libraries and live services that update constantly and offer many different types of experiences in one place. In that broader picture, platforms like jackpotcity casino sit alongside console stores, PC launchers and mobile app hubs as part of the same digital entertainment world. This shift matters because it changes how games are discovered and how oft...
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  • World of Warcraft: Midnight Early Access Started this Week

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    • Published: 02-28-2026, 06:45 PM
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    World of Warcraft: Midnight Early Access Started this Week

    The official launch is March 2nd.

    I missed this one on Thursday because the announcement came in a little late and I took Friday off because I was sick*. World of Warcraft fans probably already know, but the Early Access release of World of Warcraft: Midnight began on Thursday, February 26!

    This Early Access is available to everyone that picked up the physical collector's edition of the game as well as those that bought the Midnight Epic Edition online. This Early Access...
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  • Stardew Valley 1.7 to Add Clint and Sandy as Romance Options

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    • Published: 02-26-2026, 07:05 PM
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    Stardew Valley 1.7 to Add Clint and Sandy as Romance Options

    Happy 10th birthday, Stardew.

    Stardew Valley is now 10 years old and the game's developer, Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone is celebrating the milestone with a 20-minute long retrospective and a special reveal for the upcoming 1.7 update.

    The biggest announcement as it applies to the 1.7 update was the reveal of not one, but two new romance options for players. In Stardew Valley 1.7, players will now have the added romance options of Clint and Sandy. Clint is the...
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  • God Save Birmingham Developer Update Trailer Focuses on Weapons and Construction

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    • Published: 02-26-2026, 04:24 PM
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    God Save Birmingham Developer Update Trailer Focuses on Weapons and Construction

    Second developer diary also shares a look at the Guide System.

    Kakao Games and Ocean Drive Studio released the second developer update video for God Save Birmingham. In this second video, we're given a look at how combat plays out in the zombie filled medieval times.

    Fans also get a look at a new weapon type reveal: blunt instruments. These blunt weapons include hammers, maces, and hunks of meat. The developer update video also shares a look at an improved aiming system...
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  • Multiplayer Coming to Teardown on March 12

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    • Published: 02-26-2026, 03:29 PM
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    Multiplayer Coming to Teardown on March 12

    Destroy the world with your friends.

    A huge multiplayer update arrives on March 12 for Teardown on Steam. Tuxedo Labs says this is the "largest free update since Teardown's launch." This update will allow friends to destroy the world and heist together through the entire campaign.

    In addition to trying to work together to complete the campaign levels, the game will also feature plenty of PvP opportunities through community-made and developer-crated multiplayer...
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  • June Release Confirmed for 1348 Ex Voto Physical Editions

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    • Published: 02-26-2026, 01:56 PM
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    June Release Confirmed for 1348 Ex Voto Physical Editions

    Physical media continues to trickle out for games.

    A physical release of 1348 Ex Voto is coming this June. Meridiem confirms a June 4 release of the game for the PlayStation 5. The game is developed by Sedleo and published digitally by Dear Villagers.


    Meridiem is responsible for the design and the creation of the physical release. It'll be sold as 1348 Ex Voto - Limited Edition. It includes the game, a letter from Aeta, and downloadable content. There will...
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  • skate. Developer Full Circle Hit with Layoffs

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    • Published: 02-25-2026, 09:18 PM
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    skate. Developer Full Circle Hit with Layoffs

    It's time for more restructuring.

    The skate. development team at Full Circle was hit by layoffs today. The studio is "transforming" and they are "reshaping" in order "to better support skate.'s long-term future."

    It is not at all clear just how many members of Full Circle were laid off today. It is estimated that Full Circle employed under 200 people, but exact numbers are not known. Full Circle is one of the many studios owned and operated...
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  • Valve is Being Sued by New York Claiming Its Loot Boxes are Gambling

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 02-25-2026, 08:35 PM
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    Valve is Being Sued by New York Claiming Its Loot Boxes are Gambling

    Valve accused of promoting "quintessential gambling."

    Valve is being sued yet again. This time it's from New York's attorney general Letitia James. According to reporting on this lawsuit from Reuters, James is accusing Valve of "promoting illegal gambling and threatening to addict children through its use of 'loot boxes'."

    The suit was filed earlier in the day on February 25 in a state court in Manhattan. James says that the loot boxes violate the...
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  • NACON Files for Insolvency

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 02-25-2026, 07:00 PM
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    NACON Files for Insolvency

    The filing comes just days before its Connect showcase.

    NACON has officially filed for insolvency (PDF link) after dealing with a huge mess with their majority shareholder, Bigben Interactive. The company was forced into filing for insolvency after Bigben Interactive failed to make a loan payment. As a result, Nacon has asked for the courts in France for permission to restructure their debt.

    The court is expected to make its decision at a hearing scheduled for early...
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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
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    I completed more than 10 games
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