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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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  • Painkiller Released

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-21-2025, 12:19 PM
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    Painkiller Released

    The reimagined reboot puts a strong focus on co-op play.

    Painkiller has officially been released by publisher 3D Realms and developer Anshar Studios. This is billed as an "over-the-top, adrenaline-fueled, reimagined action shooter" and is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. The game is available in two flavors: Standard Edition and Deluxe Edition at $39.99 and $49.99 respectively.

    Like its namesake, Painkiller still features fast-paced...
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  • An Extraction Shooter Featuring Ducks Gave Arc Raiders Stiff Competition this Weekend

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-20-2025, 04:34 PM
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    An Extraction Shooter Featuring Ducks Gave Arc Raiders Stiff Competition this Weekend

    A milestone worth quacking about.

    The newly released title, Escape from Duckov, has already sold over 500,000 copies through Steam. Those 500,000 copies sold came within the first three days of Duckov's initial release last week. The monumental milestone for Team Soda was shared via the game's Steam page. ...
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  • Marvel Star Simu Liu Announces 'Sleeping Dogs' Film Script is Done

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-20-2025, 03:38 PM
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    Marvel Star Simu Liu Announces 'Sleeping Dogs' Film Script is Done

    Great! Now about that game sequel...

    Simu Liu revealed this past weekend that the script for the live-action film adaptation of Sleeping Dogs is "done." The news was shared by Liu on social media alongside a photo of his own sleepy dog and a carefully redacted image of the script itself.

    Liu, whom you may know best as Shang-Chi from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) went on to say that the Sleeping Dogs IP owner, Square Enix, are "absolutely great."...
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  • The October 2025 Steam Next Fest's Most Played Demos

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-20-2025, 02:43 PM
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    The October 2025 Steam Next Fest's Most Played Demos

    Time for a top 50.

    The latest Steam Next Fest has come and gone, but that hasn't stopped Valve from sending out just one more press release about the event. Today, the owners and operators of Steam shared a list of the 50 most-played demos from the October 2025 edition of the Steam Next Fest.

    Here, we will get a look at the 50 most played game demos that players chose to try out when Steam Next Fest was live from October 13th through the 20th. Their list is ordered by...
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  • Twitch Fumbles Response After Emiru Assaulted at TwitchCon

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-20-2025, 01:58 PM
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    Twitch Fumbles Response After Emiru Assaulted at TwitchCon

    Twitch's handling of the incident has been a complete joke.

    One of Twitch's more popular streamers, Emiru, issued a public statement after she was assaulted during her TwitchCon meet-and-greet this past weekend. Emiru's statement lambasts the official Twitch response that was issued concerning the assault, with her remarks calling elements of Twitch's statement "a blatant lie." The assault was captured on video. In the clip, we see a man bypass several event barriers as he bee-lines t...
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  • Buffs Coming to XP Gains in Battlefield 6

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-17-2025, 06:06 PM
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    Buffs Coming to XP Gains in Battlefield 6

    More XP and easier unlocks!

    Battlefield Studios just announced some big changes to progression unlocks and XP gains in Battlefield 6. In response to player feedback, Battlefield Studios is increasing XP gains and making it easier to unlock new gadgets and weapon attachments.

    To begin with, XP gains are being increased by 10% for a completed match, with an XP increase of 40% coming for the daily bonus.

    Furthermore, they are also reducing the amount of XP...
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  • Marvel Rivals PvE Zombies Mode is Coming

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-17-2025, 05:30 PM
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    Marvel Rivals PvE Zombies Mode is Coming

    Inspired by the Marvel Zombies series.

    Marvel Rivals is getting into the Halloween spirit when a special PvE Zombies mode arrives on October 23rd. This mode is inspired by the Marvel Zombies animated series.

    The official Marvel Rivals socials shared a short developer update with fans that shares a look at this limited-time mode. Executive producer at Marvel Games, Danny Koo, talks about the upcoming PvE Zombies mode in a new video.

    This mode gives players...
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  • Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 Reviews

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-17-2025, 03:50 PM
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    Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 Reviews

    The scores are probably to be expected given the troubled development.

    Reviews are in for Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 and they're probably about what you expected them to be. They may not be what you wanted them to be though, but given the game's troubled development this is probably the best possible outcome for the game that was once extremely anticipated by fans.

    To call the development of Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 "troubled" may...
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  • Squirrel with a Gun Coming to Switch 2

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-17-2025, 01:12 PM
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    Squirrel with a Gun Coming to Switch 2

    Stir up a little trouble on the go.

    On November 18, 2025, the Switch 2 version of Squirrel with a Gun will be released. Publisher Maximum Entertainment and developer Dee Dee Creations will let you take this crazy chaos with you on the go.

    As you can safely assume, you play as a squirrel in Squirrel with a Gun. Also, the squirrel has a gun. Sometimes it's a big gun. Sometimes that squirrel is in an RC car.

    The Switch 2 release will come with all previously...
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  • Microsoft Rolls Out Several More Copilot AI Additions to Windows 11

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-16-2025, 06:32 PM
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    Microsoft Rolls Out Several More Copilot AI Additions to Windows 11

    Where's that bubble pop when you need it?

    Microsoft is rolling out several artificial intelligence (AI) updates to Windows 11, specifically to enhance the functionality of its Copilot AI. These updates are trying to make Microsoft AI more appealing to users by having it automate some tasks, understand your speech, and connect to other services across different devices.

    The biggest new addition will now let Windows 11 users use Copilot by saying "Hey, Copilot."...
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  • Battlefield 6 Launch Smashes Franchise Records

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-16-2025, 04:37 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Launch Smashes Franchise Records

    Record sales, record matches, record viewership.

    In its first three days of availability, Battlefield 6 has already broken several franchise records. The game, which released on October 10, 2025, sold over 7 million copies in just its first three days. That is a new record for the entirety of the Battlefield franchise, which dates back to 1992 when the first title, Battlefield 1942, was released.

    That 7 million figure is certainly nothing to scoff at, but it's a far...
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  • Escape from Duckov Released

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-16-2025, 03:01 PM
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    Escape from Duckov Released

    An extraction shooter with ducks.

    Publisher Bilibili Game and developer Team Soda today announced the official launch of Escape From Duckov. The single-player extraction shooter is now available for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, and for Mac on the Mac App Store.

    Building on the massive success of its demo, which became one of the most-played on Steam, Escape From Duckov waddles onto the scene with a unique premise. Players take on the role of a customizable...
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  • First Painkiller Developer Diary

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-16-2025, 02:28 PM
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    First Painkiller Developer Diary

    Get a behind the scenes look at the development of this new Painkiller.

    As the October 21st launch date for Painkiller looms ever closer, the teams at Anshar Studios and publisher 3d Realms aren't about to keep quiet. Instead, the studios have released another promotional video for Painkiller today.

    This latest video is the first developer diary, which takes you behind the scenes on the latest title. You'll see how the team "took inspiration from the series' roots...
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  • Halloween Season Is Here - For Many Players It's All Year Round: Why Are iGames Heavily Inspired By Spooky Horror Elements?

    • Created by: Major 0
    • Published: 10-16-2025, 01:32 PM

    Halloween Season Is Here - For Many Players It's All Year Round: Why Are iGames Heavily Inspired By Spooky Horror Elements?

    Around the world, Halloween celebrations take place in many different styles. The types of celebrations vary greatly across different regions, from children picking and carving pumpkins to Mexico’s Day of the Dead, where festivals are held around the country. For many people, getting dressed up in scary costumes is a big part of the celebrations, and watching horror movies with friends is a popular way to mark the occasion. Around this time of year, you will usually see a raft of scary movie...
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  • The Outlast Trials Season 4 Unleashes PvP Invasion Mode This October

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 10-15-2025, 04:05 PM
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    The Outlast Trials Season 4 Unleashes PvP Invasion Mode This October

    Other new content is also coming in Season 4, not just PvP.

    Developer Red Barrels is set to inject a new level of terror into its co-op survival horror hit, The Outlast Trials. The studio has officially unveiled its upcoming Season 4 update, with the major highlight being a brand-new PvP game mode called Invasion Mode, which will launch on October 21, 2025. This update marks a significant addition to the game, allowing players to directly interfere with others' progress for the fir...
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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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