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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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  • High on Life 2 Pre-orders Live

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    • Published: 12-01-2025, 05:09 PM
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    High on Life 2 Pre-orders Live

    Get a special cosmetic if you pre-order.

    Squanch Games shares word that pre-orders for High on Life 2 are now live on your preferred platform of choice. This means that you can pre-purchase on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Epic. Those that pay the $59.99 price for High on Life 2 will get a small incentive for buying it early.

    Hats. In-game hats to be clear. They're visors if we're being hyper specific. Your character can't even wear them, but your talking weapons...
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  • Major Gameplay Changes in Store for League of Legends in 2026

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    • Published: 12-01-2025, 03:38 PM
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    Major Gameplay Changes in Store for League of Legends in 2026

    The reveals were shared during a new developer update.

    Hot off of the turkey holiday comes some new League of Legends news to share. A new developer update from Riot Games offers a look at what is in store for League players in the first quarter of 2026.

    Season 1 2026 for League of Legends will include a new theme: Demacia. This means that Summoner's Rift will be Demacia-themed and include "petricite, gold, and blue accents." The Demacia themed stuff will be...
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  • You Can Experience the Worst Game of 2025, MindsEye, for Free

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-29-2025, 04:24 PM
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    You Can Experience the Worst Game of 2025, MindsEye, for Free

    CAN'T DRINK DUST.

    For those of you who truly hate yourself or have no fucks left to give, there is now a Free Starter Pack for MindsEye. Sorry but no, they won't pay you to play the game. Free is the best that you'll get right now. Experience a taste of my still current frontrunner for "Worst Game of 2025" with a free pack that includes one actual campaign mission and 14 user created experiences.

    There have been a few updates released since my review of Min...
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  • A Couple of Black Friday Deals from SCUF and Stormcraft PC

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-26-2025, 07:58 PM
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    A Couple of Black Friday Deals from SCUF and Stormcraft PC

    Just a couple of deals I was emailed about.

    I received a couple of emails today about some Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. The emails are from SCUF Gaming and Stormcraft PC.

    First up, SCUF Gaming will have a Black Friday deal on their Valor Pro Wireless. Normally priced at $189.99, the Valor Pro Wireless will be on sale for $159.99. This deal will run from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. The offer will be available on select colors through Amazon, Best Buy, and...
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  • World of Warcraft: Midnight Launches March 2, 2026

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 11-26-2025, 04:36 PM
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    World of Warcraft: Midnight Launches March 2, 2026

    Housing arrives before Midnight.

    World of Warcraft: Midnight will be available to everyone on March 2, 2026. Ahead of the release of this section chapter for the Worldsoul Saga, players will get early access to World of Warcraft's Housing feature.

    Beginning with the 11.2.7 update for World of Warcraft: The War Within, players will gain access to Housing Early Access. The content update, called The Warning, will arrive in North America on December 2, 2025 and is available...
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  • 21CW Adds Team Switching Feature

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    • Published: 11-26-2025, 03:28 PM
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    21CW Adds Team Switching Feature

    All is fair in love and war.

    Tim Cooper, speaking on behalf of 21CW The Battlefield Tournament, shared news today that team switching is now integrated into the tournament experience.

    Cooper notes that the 21CW map team lead LT D.A.L.E. was able to add team switch capabilities working on the new 21CW campaign maps. As Cooper says, there will be "no more scuffed swaps" nor will there be any more "on-sided nonsense." Now, it will be "proper 21CW-style...
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  • Steam Client Makes Leap to 64-bit in Latest Beta

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    • Published: 11-26-2025, 02:57 PM
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    Steam Client Makes Leap to 64-bit in Latest Beta

    Who knows what wonderous benefits this will bring.

    A new Steam Client Beta was released on November 25th. This beta changes the Steam client from 32-bit to 64-bit on Windows 10 and Windows 11.

    Those of you who are still, for some reason, running 32-bit versions of Windows will continue to receive updates to your Steam client until January 1, 2026.

    It really isn't clear what advantages this 64-bit client will hold over the 32-bit client. The usual benefit...
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  • Destiny 2: Renegades Launch Trailer

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    • Published: 11-25-2025, 06:40 PM
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    Destiny 2: Renegades Launch Trailer

    Renegades is out next week.

    Bungie released the launch trailer for Destiny 2: Renegades. Renegades being the next expansion during their Year of Prophecy. It was created in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games and is, quite obviously, inspired by Star Wars.

    Destiny 2: Renegades is out on December 2, 2025 for all current Destiny 2 platforms. We were given both a launch trailer for this expansion as well as a new ViDoc from Bungie that goes behind the scenes of the development...
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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

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    • 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

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    • 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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  • 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%
    2
    I completed up to 10 games
    50.00%
    3
    I completed more than 10 games
    16.67%
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