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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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  • Battlefield 6 Free Trial is Live

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-25-2025, 06:12 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Free Trial is Live

    Experience a week of real fake war.

    A free trial week for Battlefield 6 just went live a short time ago today. From Tuesday, November 25 through to December 2nd, you can download the trial to get a taste of the all-out warfare experience in Battlefield 6. This free trial is available for all platforms.

    The free trial for Battlefield 6 offers up a selection of maps and game modes. The included maps in the trial are Siege of Cairo, Eastwood, and Blackwell Fields. The modes...
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  • Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 'Reclamation' Update Out Now

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-25-2025, 04:54 PM
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    Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 'Reclamation' Update Out Now

    A free update to all players.

    The new "Reclamation" update for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is now available. This free update for all players introduces a new mission set in the wreckage of an Imperial Cruiser, new cosmetics, new gameplay features, and more.

    The Reclamation Operation will have players attempting to drive out the remaining Tyranid forces from the Avarax. There are six new hero weapon variants, eight new armor pieces, new conditions for...
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  • Limited Free Battlefield 6 Weapon Skin Available Through Nvidia

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-25-2025, 03:26 PM
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    Limited Free Battlefield 6 Weapon Skin Available Through Nvidia

    It's free, so long as you've paid the Nvidia tax.

    Those of you with Nvidia cards that also utilize the Nvidia app can now pick up a free skin for Battlefield 6. The skin is for the SVK-8.6 DMR and can be found under the "Rewards" tab of the Nvidia app.

    You can get a look at the free skin in the image above. It's important to note that the availability of the skin is limited. It just says you can get it "while supplies last," so maybe don't wait too...
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  • Of Ash and Steel Released

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-24-2025, 05:30 PM
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    Of Ash and Steel Released

    Gothic-like.

    Of Ash and Steel is now available on Steam and GOG. The game is said to be "a modern spin on classic RPGs" and promises "deep combat, rich exploration, and meaningful choices in a world with no quest markers."

    The game is developed by Fire & Frost, a small studio who is making their debut with today's release. Published by tinyBuild, Of Ash and Steel retails for just $29.99 normally but has a launch week discount of -20%.
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  • Steam's Black Friday Sale and Steam Awards Nominations are Live

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-24-2025, 03:40 PM
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    Steam's Black Friday Sale and Steam Awards Nominations are Live

    A "holiday" sale.

    Valve just kicked off their Black Friday sale on Steam. Despite Black Friday being but a single day, the Black Friday deals on Steam are running from November 24 through to December 1st at 10 AM PT.

    As usual, there are a boatload of games on sale during this event. Some may say there are multiple boatloads of games on sale. I suppose it's all about perspective and the size of your ship, eh?

    Not only are there a ton of games on...
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  • Australia Did It New Gameplay Trailer

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-24-2025, 02:53 PM
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    Australia Did It New Gameplay Trailer

    Bullet hell, but flip it.

    Mystic Forge along with designer Rami Ismail and co-developer Aesthetician Labs just released a new gameplay trailer for Australia Did It. The new trailer for this "tactical reverse bullet hell game" was shared at the OTK Winter Games Expo.

    The new gameplay trailer offers a "crash-course orientation to the wild blend of turn-based tower defense strategy and reverse bullet hell combat with an HR field prep intro video from Ocean...
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  • Big Heads Rejoice: A Review of the GUNNAR King Size Collection

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-24-2025, 01:56 PM
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    Big Heads Rejoice: A Review of the GUNNAR King Size Collection

    Know what they say about people with big heads, right? They need bigger glasses.

    As someone with a larger head and who has spent several years wearing prescription glasses, I know the struggle of finding eyewear that fits. If you have a larger head size, "standard" fit glasses are often a recipe for a tension headache, pinching your temples just enough to be annoying after an hour and painful after four. GUNNAR has finally addressed this segment of the market with their new ...
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  • Ubisoft Wasn't Acquired, They Just Messed Up Their Accounting

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-21-2025, 06:05 PM
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    Ubisoft Wasn't Acquired, They Just Messed Up Their Accounting

    Not acquired yet at least.

    This past week, Ubisoft abruptly halted all trading of company shares. They also postponed the release of their full financial report mere minutes before a scheduled shareholder call was set to take place.

    This led many to believe that Ubisoft was preparing to announce that they have been acquired by another company.

    The reality of the situation is actually far more mundane than any of the speculation was. Ubisoft had to postpone...
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  • Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake Reportedly Coming Early Next Year

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-21-2025, 04:10 PM
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    Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake Reportedly Coming Early Next Year

    Maybe it will do away with the awful ship tailing missions.

    According to a new report from Insider Gaming, the oft-rumored Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake will launch before March 31, 2026. This Black Flag remake has not been officially announced in any capacity but it has been heavily implied to be in development for quite some time now.

    Insider Gaming says that they feel confident that the Black Flag remake will drop by March 31, 2026 because of something shared...
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  • Silent Hill 2 Released on Xbox with Huge Launch Discount

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-21-2025, 03:29 PM
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    Silent Hill 2 Released on Xbox with Huge Launch Discount

    Save up to 50% on the remake.

    Konami announces that Silent Hill 2, the 2024 remake of the 2001 horror classic, is now available on Xbox Series X|S. As this Xbox release comes long after the PlayStation and PC release, the game has a launch discount for up to 50% off the regular price.

    For those looking for even more Silent Hill, Konami is also offering a bundle that combines Silent Hill 2 and Silent Hill f. This bundle is also on sale for 30% off of its regular price....
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  • How Streamers Choose the Best CS2 Gambling Websites for Skins & Case Upgrades

    • Created by: Major 0
    • Published: 11-21-2025, 03:05 PM

    How Streamers Choose the Best CS2 Gambling Websites for Skins & Case Upgrades

    The Counter-Strike community has always been influenced by content creators, but in CS2, streamers now play a massive role in showcasing new platforms, skin tools, and upgrade features. Whether they’re opening rare knives live on Twitch or testing the latest community-driven sites, players pay close attention to what their favorite creators use. As a result, many fans specifically search for the best CS2 gambling websites to mirror the streamer experience — especially for case openings, coinflips,...
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  • Hip-Hop Superstar Eminem Joins Up with Hitman to Eliminate Slim Shady

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-20-2025, 06:05 PM
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    Hip-Hop Superstar Eminem Joins Up with Hitman to Eliminate Slim Shady

    Headlines you never thought you'd ever write.

    On December 1st, the hip-hop superstar Eminem will team up with Agent 47 to take on the dangerous Slim Shady. For the entire month of December, Slim Shady will be the latest Elusive Target in Hitman: World of Assassination.

    This Elusive Target actually ties a bit into Eminem's latest album, The Death of Slim Shady, where the artist "tried to put his unhinged other self away." Still, "it seems like his past...
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  • Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival Gameplay Reveal

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-20-2025, 05:21 PM
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    Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival Gameplay Reveal

    Go to hell.

    The first gameplay footage for Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival was shared today from Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games. We were first given a look at this game when it was announced in July of this year.

    This gameplay trailer shows off a small bit of the story-driven, single player, survival horror action that awaits players. Though a release date still wasn't revealed, we do know that Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is coming to PlayStation 5,...
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  • Total Chaos Released

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-20-2025, 04:15 PM
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    Total Chaos Released

    A standalone release based off of the Doom 2 mod.

    Total Chaos is now available from Sam Prebble's Trigger Happy Interactive, Apogee Entertainment, and Infogrames. Total Chaos is a psychological survival horror title that was first released several years ago as a total conversion mod for Doom 2. Today's release is a fully standalone title for Xbox, Game Pass, PlayStation, and Steam.

    Total Chaos was another surprise drop, with the announcement and release reveal coming...
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  • CloverPit Released on Xbox and Game Pass

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-20-2025, 03:21 PM
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    CloverPit Released on Xbox and Game Pass

    A surprise release and DLC teaser.

    CloverPit from Panik Arcade just surprise launched on Xbox and Game Pass. The reveal came during today's Xbox Partner Showcase. CloverPit, for those that don't yet know the game, is said to be a "demonic lovechild of Balatro and Buckshot Roulette."

    At its core, CloverPit is a game where you are locked in a rusty sell with a slot machine and an ATM. Players are tasked with paying off their debt by creating combos from slot...
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