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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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  • Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival 'Horror' Dev Diary

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    • Published: 07-16-2026, 04:47 PM
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    Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival 'Horror' Dev Diary

    Let's take bets now on if the video will embed or not.

    A new developer diary video for Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival came out today. This new video features the legendary Doug Bradley, known for his portrayal of Pinhead, and the development team taking a new deep dive on this upcoming survival-horror action title. The video focuses on some of the "disturbing enemies and themes you'll face on your journey."

    Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is out on October...
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  • Happy's Humble Burger Cult Released

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    • Published: 07-16-2026, 03:57 PM
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    Happy's Humble Burger Cult Released

    Cook. Serve. Scream.

    Get ready to cook up a little horror. Happy's Humble Burger Cult is open for business today thanks to developer Scythe Studios and publisher tinyBuild. This co-op horror cooking game allows up to four players to run Happy's Humble Burgatory for just $9.99, or on sale for $7.19 until July 23rd.

    You and some friends will work together to grill burgers, serve customers, and hit a quota before the kitchen turns into a literal nightmare. There are "dozens...
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  • New Tomb Raider 'Croft Glasses' Released by Gunnar

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    • Published: 07-15-2026, 04:21 PM
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    New Tomb Raider 'Croft Glasses' Released by Gunnar

    Timed to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the franchise.

    Continuing their ongoing string of collaborations, Gunnar Optiks teamed up with Crystal Dynamics to release the Tomb Raider Croft Glasses. These officially licensed glasses were made to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Tomb Raider franchise and Lara Croft.

    The Croft Glasses should look quite familiar to those who have been following the franchise for any length of time. Starting at $99, these glasses...
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  • KAZ Released

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    • Published: 07-15-2026, 02:50 PM
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    KAZ Released

    Grid-based roguelike.

    KAZ is said to be a game that is "easy to pick up, hard to master, and impossible to put down." This is a new roguelike from developer Kalinarm and publisher Hakuro that just hit Steam today. It features "trancelike visuals, a thumping interactive soundtrack, and grid-based gameplay."

    KAZ on Steam is normally just $6.99 with a limited launch discount of 15% off. ...
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  • The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is Now Available

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    • Published: 07-15-2026, 01:21 PM
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    The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is Now Available

    Four. Player. Co-op. Horror.

    A new four-player co-op horror game from Nacon and ACE Team is now available on PC and consoles. The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu places you in the worn footwear of an explorers during the Conquistador era, venturing forth into an uncharted continent.

    Players are on the hunt for a legendary city that is "rumored to hold unimaginable riches." Standing in your way will be "unnamable, hostile creatures and unexplained phenomena."...
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  • Battlefield 6 Season 4 Naval Warfare Gameplay Trailer

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    • Published: 07-14-2026, 02:12 PM
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    Battlefield 6 Season 4 Naval Warfare Gameplay Trailer

    Bring back pilotable carriers and destroyers!

    Battlefield Studios released a new trailer today for the naval warfare that awaits you in Battlefield 6 Season 4. The arrival of Naval Warfare kicks off with the July 21 release of Season 4 and the "biggest battlefield" to ever appear in a Battlefield game.

    Players will deploy to Tsuru Reef, a battlefield that features "sprawling islands, dynamic waves, boats, jets, helicopters, and ground vehicles." The...
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  • The Outlast Trials Season 7 is Live

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-14-2026, 11:42 AM
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    The Outlast Trials Season 7 is Live

    A bunch of new content awaits you.

    Season 7 for The Outlast Trials is now live, delivering players a variety of new content for players. The update will give players access to the Prison Farm environment as part of the season's new Trial, Locksock the Warden. A familiar face has a new, more prominent role alongside new challenges, a community event, customization features, and a rework of both Escalation and Invasion.

    The new update is dubbed Project Boneyard. Players...
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  • Rising Storm 2: Vietnam Updated with New Quality-of-Life Features

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    • Published: 07-14-2026, 08:44 AM
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    Rising Storm 2: Vietnam Updated with New Quality-of-Life Features

    Such quality, much life.

    Tripwire Interactive released a new quality-of-life update for Rising Storm 2: Vietnam. It's nice to see continued support for this tactical multiplayer-focused FPS despite being released back in May 2017.

    Today's update isn't super substantial, but it does offer up some nice quality-of-life improvements for players. This includes some VOIP fixes, some bug fixes, and also adds in the ability to choose the audio input device directly from within...
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  • Octopath Traveler 1 and 2 Headed to Nintendo Switch 2

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    • Published: 07-13-2026, 08:09 PM
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    Octopath Traveler 1 and 2 Headed to Nintendo Switch 2

    So would that be decahexpath traveler then?

    Square Enix announced that Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler 2 on the Nintendo Switch 2 will release on October 1, 2026. You can either get these games individually or as a bundle, but the bundle will only be available digitally. Somehow, this is probably PlayStation's fault.

    These two titles are a pair of some highly acclaimed HD-2D RPGs. The first game made its debut back on the original Nintendo Switch in 2018. It...
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  • Essential CS2 Console Commands Every Player Should Know

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-13-2026, 03:15 PM

    Essential CS2 Console Commands Every Player Should Know

    If you've started playing Counter-Strike 2, you might have heard people talk about console commands. At first, they might seem complicated, but they're actually one of the easiest ways to customize your game. Console commands let you adjust settings, improve practice sessions, and make certain tasks much faster. While they won't magically improve your aim, they can help create a more comfortable and efficient playing experience. In this blog, we'll share some of the most useful CS2 console c...
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  • id Software Releases Statement About Studio Layoffs

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    • Published: 07-10-2026, 02:14 PM
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    id Software Releases Statement About Studio Layoffs

    Back to Doom (2016) size.

    It has been one hell of a week for XBOX owned studios. Around 1,600 employees have been laid off, with the promise of another 1,600 layoffs to come in the months ahead. One of those studios, id Software, was apparently one of the hardest hit with a reported 50% of the studio laid off.

    There were reports saying that most, if not all, of the people working on id Tech were included in the layoffs. Earlier this week, Kotaku reported that the id Tech...
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  • How to Join a Minecraft Server for the First Time?

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    • Published: 07-10-2026, 12:40 AM

    How to Join a Minecraft Server for the First Time?

    Minecraft is one of the most popular games in the world, offering players endless opportunities for creativity, exploration, and adventure. While playing solo can be enjoyable, the experience becomes even more exciting when you join a Minecraft server. A Minecraft server is an online world where multiple players can connect and play together. Different servers offer different experiences. Some focus on survival gameplay, while others feature mini-games, roleplay communities, creative building...
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  • Social Deduction Fest Hits Steam Next Week

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-09-2026, 06:31 PM
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    Social Deduction Fest Hits Steam Next Week

    This Fest seems a little sus.

    The corpse of the Steam Summer Sale isn't even room temperature yet and Valve is already flying into my inbox to announce the next Steam Fest. The audacity of them.

    The Steam Social Deduction Fest will kick off on July 13 and run until July 16. This Fest offers a whopping three days where you will find, buy, and maybe even play games where the goal is to "sniff out imposters, determine friends from foes, and tame your paranoia as best...
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  • Obsidian Shifts to Fallout Development, Cancels Avowed Sequel Following Layoffs

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    • Published: 07-08-2026, 05:51 PM
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    Obsidian Shifts to Fallout Development, Cancels Avowed Sequel Following Layoffs

    Avowed sequel canceled.

    A new report from Bloomberg sheds more light on what is going on at Obsidian Entertainment in the wake of the mass layoffs that impacted all XBOX studios in some capacity this week. We know already that roughly 25% of Obsidian employees were laid off this week. Due to these extensive layoffs, several projects have been canceled.

    According to Bloomberg, one of the known cancelations at Obsidian was a sequel to 2025's Avowed. The report says that...
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  • Half of id Software Laid Off Including 'Most Coders' (Updated)

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-08-2026, 03:36 PM
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    Half of id Software Laid Off Including 'Most Coders' (Updated)

    Laid off a day before the new DLC released.

    Update as of July 8, 2026: According to updated reporting, the number of employees laid off from id Software has now hit at least 136.

    A WARN Notice filed in Texas confirms that 158 people were laid off from ZeniMax just within the state of Texas. The notice was sent to Gamedeveloper.com after a request was made by the Texas Workforce Commission.

    Of those 158 employees that were laid off, 136 come from id Software....
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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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