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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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  • Former Unknown Worlds Leads Sue Krafton

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-11-2025, 04:31 PM
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    Former Unknown Worlds Leads Sue Krafton

    This is going to get messy.

    There are some additional layers to the drama that began a week ago when all three studio leads at Unknown Worlds were fired and replaced. At the time, Unknown Worlds' parent company Krafton laid off Ted Gill, Charlie Cleveland, and Max McGuire from Unknown Worlds. The three were replaced "effective immediately" with Striking Distance Studio CEO Steve Papoutsis.

    Just yesterday on July 10th, Krafton issued a statement that said the...
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  • World War Z VR New 'Swarm' Gameplay

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    • Published: 07-11-2025, 03:22 PM
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    World War Z VR New 'Swarm' Gameplay

    A new look at the legions of the walking dead.

    Saber Interactive released new gameplay footage for World War Z VR today. This new "Swarm" gameplay offers you a little look at the "overwhelming hordes of zombies you'll face down."

    World War Z VR, unlike the non-VR version of the game, is a single-player title. It's still based off of the Paramount Pictures film of the same name, which itself is based off of the Max Brooks' book.

    World...
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  • Block Factory Released on Steam

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-11-2025, 02:27 PM
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    Block Factory Released on Steam

    Build yourself an off-brand LEGO factory.

    Block Factory is a new "factory" style game where you design your own fabrication lines to create 3D figurines made out of blocks. It comes to you today from OverPowered Team and is available at a limited-time 10% discount through Steam. This one is published by Shiro Games, whom have previously published Wartales, Dune: Spice Wars, and more.

    In Block Factory, you will design and build a custom assembly line in order...
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  • Steam Automation Fest

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-10-2025, 06:16 PM
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    Steam Automation Fest

    Starts July 14th.

    The Steam Summer Sale just ended and Valve is like "Hey! Get those wallets back out! It's Fest time!" Starting Monday, July 14th a new Steam Fest arrives. This one is the Steam Automation Fest. Maybe you'll be able to fabricate an elaborate system that just pulls money directly out of your wallet, mails it to Gabe, and makes purchases automatically for you or something.

    The Steam Automation Fest will run through to July 21st. As usual, this...
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  • Limited Edition Ghost of Yotei PlayStation 5 Consoles Announced

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    • Published: 07-10-2025, 05:34 PM
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    Limited Edition Ghost of Yotei PlayStation 5 Consoles Announced

    Two bundle options slated for October.

    During this evening's State of Play gameplay deep dive for Ghost of Yotei, Sony shared a look at a couple of themed PlayStation 5 hardware bundles. These bundles are inspired by Ghost of Yotei and feature "designs rooted in traditional Japanese art." ...
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  • Ground of Aces Enters Early Access

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    • Published: 07-10-2025, 04:50 PM
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    Ground of Aces Enters Early Access

    Base building in WW2.

    Ground of Aces from Blindflug Studios just entered into Steam Early Access today. This game invites players to take on the role of a British air base commander during the Battle of Britain. It just so happens that this is releasing on the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.

    Ground of Aces will have you building, expanding, and defending your air base. You will also have to manage pilots, aircraft, and critical missions in order to help the...
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  • Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl Confirmed for PlayStation 5 in Late 2025

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    • Published: 07-10-2025, 03:26 PM
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    Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl Confirmed for PlayStation 5 in Late 2025

    Will come about a year after its initial release.

    PlayStation 5 owners will get to play S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl later this year. GSC Game World did not give an exact release date just yet outside of a "late 2025" window.

    The PlayStation 5 release will include some special features thanks to the DualSense controller. There will be haptic feedback and adaptive trigger functionality. The PlayStation 5 Pro version will have "further technical...
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  • SAG-AFTRA Approves 2025 Video Game Agreement

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-10-2025, 01:11 PM
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    SAG-AFTRA Approves 2025 Video Game Agreement

    The battle between studios and the union is over... for now.

    It's official! The members of SAG-AFTRA approved the 2025 SAG-AFTRA Interactive Media Agreement. The final tally of votes was 95.04% for the agreement and 4.96% against. This means that the video game strike is officially over, having been suspended pending ratification a month back anyway.

    Some of the deals of the agreement were shared today. For instance, performer compensation includes compounded increases...
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  • Cyberpunk 2077 Added to PlayStation Plus Games Catalog

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-09-2025, 08:58 PM
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    Cyberpunk 2077 Added to PlayStation Plus Games Catalog

    It's come a long way from being so bad it had to be pulled entirely.

    Cyberpunk 2077 can now be played by those with PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. It seems like both versions will allow you to play only the base game, with the Phantom Liberty expansion being a separate purchase for PlayStation 5 players.

    The PlayStation 5 version includes higher resolution gameplay, ray tracing support, 3D audio, and DualSense exclusive...
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  • NBA 2K26 Cover Athletes Announced

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-09-2025, 04:32 PM
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    NBA 2K26 Cover Athletes Announced

    A trio of the best athletes in basketball today.

    2K announced the professional basketball athletes that will grace the covers for NBA 2K26.

    The NBA 2K26 Standard Edition will feature Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Gilgeous-Alexander is the Oklahoma City Thunder Point Guard, a three-time All-Star, the 2024-25 KIA Most Valuable Player, and the NBA Finals Most Valuable Player.

    For the NBA 2K26 WNBA Edition (GameStop exclusive for the physical release in the US),...
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  • Under a Rock Sneak Peek

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-09-2025, 12:48 PM
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    Under a Rock Sneak Peek

    A look at this upcoming co-op multiplayer open-world survival adventure.

    Thanks to the game reaching 300,00 wishlists on Steam, Gameforge and Nordic Trolls are sharing the latest updates on Under a Rock. This is their upcoming co-op focused multiplayer open-world survival adventure.

    The studios want fans to know that they have listened to initial feedback about the game's combat system. They show off a look at the progress made on the combat system, saying that Under...
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  • Neon Abyss 2 Video Showcases Four-Player Co-op

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    • Published: 07-08-2025, 04:55 PM
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    Neon Abyss 2 Video Showcases Four-Player Co-op

    A new look at the "multiplayer mayhem."

    Neon Abyss 2 is out on Steam Early Access on July 17th. Ahead of this release, Veewo Games wanted to give fans a look at the four-player co-op gameplay by way of a new 14-minute long gameplay video.

    The inclusion of four-player co-op and other new features are the standout additions in Neon Abyss 2. There is also the new Faith System and new, unique playable characters. Of course, you can still play through this sequel...
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  • The Outlast Trials Season 4 to Add a Pair of Killers

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    • Published: 07-08-2025, 03:19 PM
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    The Outlast Trials Season 4 to Add a Pair of Killers

    New Prime asset, and a pair of killers.

    Season 4.0 of The Outlast Trials was detailed today. Set to arrive on July 15th, this new season is entitled Project Diarchy and will feature a pair of conjoined twins as the game's newest killers.

    Otto and Arora Kress will arrive alongside other new content for Season 4. This includes a new Trial Environment, The Shopping Mall. There are new MK-Challenges, a new event, and more.

    There is another update slated for...
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  • From Joysticks to Jackpots: Video Games as Inspirators of Crash Casino Games

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    • Published: 07-08-2025, 01:52 PM

    From Joysticks to Jackpots: Video Games as Inspirators of Crash Casino Games


    Lightning-quick, dynamic and designed for immediate excitement, crash games are as much like computer games as classic casino games. Their explosive growth illustrates how online gaming culture is redefining online casino gaming. The lines between online casino games and video gaming have blurred in the last decade. No place captures that better than in the rising popularity of casino games of the crash style—fast-paced online games where players bet and dash to cash out before a multiplie...
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  • Romero Games Issues Update After Funding Pulled by Publisher

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-07-2025, 07:58 PM
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    Romero Games Issues Update After Funding Pulled by Publisher

    There may still be some light at the end of the tunnel.

    Despite some reports to the contrary, Romero Games is still alive. With a little luck it will be both "alive and well" soon. Romero Games, a studio founded by industry veterans John Romero and Brenda Romero, were well into the development on its latest game when their undisclosed publisher suddenly pulled funding from the project late last week. This led to the game being worked on at Romero Games being left in limbo. It a...
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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
    50.00%
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    I completed more than 10 games
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