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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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  • Steam Autumn Sale is Live

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-29-2025, 01:26 PM
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    Steam Autumn Sale is Live

    The leaves are falling and so are these prices!

    The annual Steam Autumn Sale is now live. Where? On Steam, of course. The annual seasonal sale is actually starting a couple of months earlier than normal. This is presumably being moved to give a bit more breathing room between this sale and the annual Steam Winter Sale, which typically kicks off around mid-December.

    There are a lot of games with discounted prices during the sale. I am guessing there are at least like...
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  • Electronic Arts Sold to Controversial Investors for $55 Billion

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-29-2025, 12:05 PM
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    Electronic Arts Sold to Controversial Investors for $55 Billion

    In case you were wondering what to think: No, this probably isn't good.

    It's official: Electronic Arts has agreed to be acquired by an investor consortium for the sum of $55 billion. The all-cash transaction, the largest of its kind in history, will see EA becoming a privately held company as part of a leveraged buyout from Silver Lake, Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), and Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners.

    The terms of the agreement say that EA shareholders...
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  • Electronic Arts Nears $50B Buyout Backed by Kushner, Saudi PIF, and Silver Lake

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    • Published: 09-26-2025, 05:51 PM
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    Electronic Arts Nears $50B Buyout Backed by Kushner, Saudi PIF, and Silver Lake

    Yikes.

    Electronic Arts is almost about to make the jump to being a private company in a deal that could be worth upwards of $50 billion. Reports today from The Wall Street Journal and Financial Times say that a deal announcement is imminent and could be made as early as next week.

    Anonymous sources speaking with these outlets say that Silver Lake, Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), and Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners are all interested in investing in Electronic...
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  • Bendy and the Dark Revival Gets Physical Release on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch

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    • Published: 09-26-2025, 03:16 PM
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    Bendy and the Dark Revival Gets Physical Release on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch

    Physical media is still alive and well.

    A physical release of the popular and rather successful horror game, Bendy and the Dark Revival, is now available for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. The digital release of the game already took place this past summer.

    PlayStation 5 and Switch players will get the full game included with their purchase. You can purchase the physical release through Silver Lining Direct. In doing so, you will also get an exclusive pin (while...
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  • Dragon Shield Forges Alliance with Wizards of the Coast for Official Magic: The Gathering Accessories

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    • Published: 09-26-2025, 02:06 PM
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    Dragon Shield Forges Alliance with Wizards of the Coast for Official Magic: The Gathering Accessories

    I sell Magic and Magic accessories.

    Trading card game enthusiasts will be happy to hear that Dragon Shield is officially teaming up with Hasbro and its Wizards of the Coast division to create a new line of licensed accessories for the world-renowned TCG, Magic: The Gathering (MTG). For years, Dragon Shield has been a go-to brand for TCG players worldwide, establishing a reputation for manufacturing some of the highest-quality and most durable card sleeves and accessories on the mark...
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  • Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater 'Fox Hunt' Multiplayer Has a Release Date

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    • Published: 09-25-2025, 06:46 PM
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    Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater 'Fox Hunt' Multiplayer Has a Release Date

    The multiplayer component has a release date.

    Konami shared today that the "Fox Hunt" multiplayer mode for Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater will release on October 30th. Fox Hunt will arrive as part of a free update and will be available across all platforms, but will not feature cross-play between platforms. ...
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  • Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser to Retire; Devon Pritchard Named Successor

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    • Published: 09-25-2025, 06:09 PM
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    Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser to Retire; Devon Pritchard Named Successor

    So long, Doug Bowser.

    Nintendo of America (NOA) announced today that Doug Bowser will retire as the company's president and chief operating officer on December 31, 2025. Replacing him will be Devon Pritchard, "a 19-year veteran of the video game industry and long-standing member of the NOA leadership team." Pritchard will also join the NOA board of directors and become an executive officer at Nintendo.

    In addition to this move, Satoru Shibata will join NOA...
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  • Forza Horizon 6 Takes Over Japan in 2026

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    • Published: 09-25-2025, 05:39 PM
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    Forza Horizon 6 Takes Over Japan in 2026

    Japan has been a long-requested location for the Forza Horizon series.

    After many years of fan requests, the Forza Horizon series by Playground Games is headed to Japan. In 2026 Forza Horizon 6 takes racers to Japan on Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Microsoft Store, Xbox Cloud, and day one on Game Pass. A PlayStation 5 release is also planned but it's coming at some point after it releases on the other platforms.

    Microsoft shared a teaser trailer that gave fans a glimpse of...
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  • Silent Hill f is Now Available

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    • Published: 09-25-2025, 05:10 PM
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    Silent Hill f is Now Available

    A Silent Hill game not set in Silent Hill.

    Konami released Silent Hill f today, assuming you ignore the two days of advanced access the Deluxe edition owners had this week. Today's official release of Silent Hill f is for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Epic Games, and the Microsoft Store.

    Silent Hill f is a new psychological horror game, but not one set in the iconic location of Silent Hill. This one is set in 1960s Japan and invites players to "immerse...
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  • First Major Borderlands 4 Update Promises Performance Improvements, Adds FOV Slider for Console

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    • Published: 09-25-2025, 03:40 PM
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    First Major Borderlands 4 Update Promises Performance Improvements, Adds FOV Slider for Console

    Plus includes many different fixes and improvements.

    The first major update for Borderlands 4 just released across all platforms. The changelog for the update released September 25, 2025 includes mention of unspecified improvements to stability and performance. For console players, this update also adds in a field of view (FOV) slider.

    Other notable improvements and changes include: Some UI refinements, a couple of progression blocker fixes, and some updates to character...
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  • Deus Ex Remastered Announced, Everyone Hates It

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    • Published: 09-25-2025, 03:23 PM
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    Deus Ex Remastered Announced, Everyone Hates It

    What a shame.

    A remastered release of the classic Deus Ex was revealed this week from Aspyr and Eidos-Montreal. Deus Ex Remastered is said to "faithfully restore" the iconic action-RPG for a new generation of platforms.

    Deus Ex Remastered promises to deliver "improved visuals, quality-of-life enhancements such as autosaves and faster load times, and controller support." Pre-orders are live right now for $29.99 the PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam versions....
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  • Steam Autumn Sale 2025 Begins September 29th

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-25-2025, 02:08 PM
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    Steam Autumn Sale 2025 Begins September 29th

    It's fall already? You could've fooled me.

    There are a few things that happen every year around this time. The leaves start to change colors and fall off trees. The weather starts to turn cooler (except here where I still need the AC from time to time). And, of course, the Steam Autumn Sale kicks off.

    The Steam Autumn Sale begins this year on September 29th at 10 am PT. In addition to finding tons of titles on sale throughout the sale, Valve also still has the Steam...
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  • Battlefield 6 Campaign Trailer from State of Play: Meet Dagger 13

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    • Published: 09-24-2025, 06:19 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Campaign Trailer from State of Play: Meet Dagger 13

    The Battlefield campaign has returned.

    During Sony's State of Play broadcast for September 2025, EA and Battlefield Studios unveiled a longer look at the single-player campaign for Battlefield 6. The new trailer showcases the large-scale destruction and intense cinematic action the series is known for.

    With the game's launch just weeks away, creative director Roman Campos-Oriola shared details about the narrative in a post on the PlayStation Blog. The campaign places...
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  • Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Yoshitaka Mine Prequel 'Dark Ties' Get Release Date, New Combat Details

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    • Published: 09-24-2025, 04:58 PM
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    Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Yoshitaka Mine Prequel 'Dark Ties' Get Release Date, New Combat Details

    The infamous "Blockuza" is getting a new combat system as part of the remake.

    Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has officially pulled back the curtain on its next major project, revealing that Yakuza Kiwami 3 and a brand-new prequel spin-off, Dark Ties, will launch as a single package on February 12, 2026. The announcement, made during the RGG Direct 2025 livestream, also included exciting new details about combat, story, and the surprising protagonist of the new title. Yakuza Kiwami 3: More T...
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  • Borderlands 4 on Switch 2 'Delayed' as Performance Issues Plague All Platforms

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 09-24-2025, 02:16 PM
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    Borderlands 4 on Switch 2 'Delayed' as Performance Issues Plague All Platforms

    The team is probably prioritizing addressing issues for other platforms.

    The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Borderlands 4 is effectively canceled. Gearbox has issued refunds for all pre-orders of the Switch 2 release just a week before the game was set to launch on Nintendo's platform.

    The official word from Gearbox is that the Switch 2 version of Borderlands 4 has been "delayed" with no new date announced.

    Borderlands 4 has been dealing with quite...
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