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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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  • Path of Exile 2: Dawn of the Hunt Adds Huntress Character Class

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-04-2025, 02:08 PM
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    Path of Exile 2: Dawn of the Hunt Adds Huntress Character Class

    Early Access continues to expand.

    Path of Exile 2 continues its slow march through Early Access with its biggest update yet. Path of Exile 2: Dawn of the Hunt adds in an entirely new playable character class: The Huntress.

    Those who opt to roll a Huntress will get to experience her unique blend of melee and ranged spear abilities. The Huntress is billed as an agile combatant that is aided in combat by different beast companions.

    This update for Path of Exile...
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  • Several Switch 2 Titles Priced at $80

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-03-2025, 06:28 PM
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    Several Switch 2 Titles Priced at $80

    If you can believe it, people aren't happy about that.

    Nintendo, not to be outdone by Sony's and Microsoft's "next-gen tax," upset scores of would-be Switch 2 owners yesterday when they revealed that many titles will retail for $79.99. The first title that fans saw the $80 price tag on was for the Switch 2 exclusive Mario Kart World, an open-world racing game that seems to blend gameplay elements from Forza Horizon with traditional Mario Kart games.

    Naturally,...
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  • Nvidia Boasts Switch 2 Offers "10x the Graphics Performance" of Switch 1

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-03-2025, 05:36 PM
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    Nvidia Boasts Switch 2 Offers "10x the Graphics Performance" of Switch 1

    The device will also use DLSS and support ray tracing.

    In a new Nvidia blog post, the tech giant confirmed that the GPU that they custom made for the Nintendo Switch will support DLSS upscaling and ray tracing.

    Nvidia DLSS is already one of the most widely used of Nvidia's technologies, at least on PC. With the help of machine learning, DLSS allows users to play at a lower internal resolution but output at the native resolution of their screen. This offers improved performance...
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  • Ultron Revealed for Marvel Rivals

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-03-2025, 04:44 PM
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    Ultron Revealed for Marvel Rivals

    Season 2 begins April 11th.

    NetEase shared a look at Marvel Rivals Season 2 today. The new season called "Hellfire Gala" will begin on April 11th, and include two new maps, two new heroes, and a bunch of changes to team-up abilities.

    The new "Dev Vision" update from the team offers a few details on the short term roadmap for the game. We learn that Emma Frost and Ultron are coming in Season 2. Frost will be a Vanguard that utilizes telepathic and...
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  • The Intersection of Online Gaming and Sports Betting

    • Created by: Major 0
    • Published: 04-03-2025, 01:42 PM

    The Intersection of Online Gaming and Sports Betting

    Online gaming and sports betting have really converged to form an ever-evolving, dynamic landscape that blurs the line between gambling and interactive entertainment. As these industries merge, players have more immersive and diverse experiences and companies seek to maximize user engagement. However, this convergence also introduces regulatory and ethical issues that must be carefully addressed by all concerned. The Emergence of Social CasinosOne of the most apparent trends within this space i...
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  • Nintendo Switch 2 Technical Specs - 4K Support, Up to 120fps, HDR, VRR, and More

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-02-2025, 05:46 PM
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    Nintendo Switch 2 Technical Specs - 4K Support, Up to 120fps, HDR, VRR, and More

    Nintendo shared details on the many upgrades coming with the Switch 2.

    During and after their big Switch 2 Direct earlier today, Nintendo offered fans some of the first Switch 2 technical details on the upcoming portable console. Given the age of the original Switch hardware, some of these Switch 2 specs are quite substantial when compared to its predecessor.

    The Switch 2 will sport a 7.9-inch, 1080p capable, LCD screen. To compare, the Switch 1 has a 6.2-inch screen,...
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  • Snakebyte Announces Switch 2 Accessories

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-02-2025, 03:31 PM
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    Snakebyte Announces Switch 2 Accessories

    Third-party accessories are already announced for the new hardware.

    Snakebyte has already announced a range of new accessories that will be compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2. Some of the products listed below are aiming to be released when the Switch 2 releases on June 5, 2025.

    Snakebyte says that these products will be available for purchase either through their website or through select physical retailers.

    The products listed below were said to be...
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  • Marvelous USA Announces Three Titles for Switch 2

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-02-2025, 12:05 PM
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    Marvelous USA Announces Three Titles for Switch 2

    From dark sci-fi, to life sim, to action-RPG.

    Marvelous USA announced a trio of titles for the Nintendo Switch 2. First is a sequel to a 2019 mech-action game, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion. This one is also coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. You can expect this to be released on September 5, 2025.

    The other two titles announced for the Switch 2 include Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma and Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar. These will be released...
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  • Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition Announced for Switch 2

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-02-2025, 11:24 AM
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    Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition Announced for Switch 2

    One of the many launch day titles for the Switch successor.

    As part of today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, CD Projekt Red revealed that Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition will be included as one of the new console's launch lineup. The Switch 2 is expected to launch on June 5th, so expect Cyberpunk to release around that time.

    As this is the Ultimate Edition of the game, it will include both the base game of Cyberpunk 2077 along with the Phantom Liberty expansion. This will...
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  • Unionized ZeniMax Employees Call for Another Strike at Microsoft

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-01-2025, 02:12 PM
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    Unionized ZeniMax Employees Call for Another Strike at Microsoft

    ZeniMax Workers United-CWA voted to authorize a strike.
    Hundreds of workers at the Microsoft owned ZeniMax Media have voted to authorize union leadership to call for a strike.

    These video game workers at ZeniMax Media are represented by Communications Workers of America (CWA) Locals 2100, 2108, and 6215 (ZeniMax Workers United-CWA). The vote to authorize a strike at Microsoft was supported by over 94% of those who voted.

    This strike vote comes after about...
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  • Destiny 2: Heresy Act 3 Launched

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-01-2025, 01:17 PM
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    Destiny 2: Heresy Act 3 Launched

    Plenty of new content and story content.

    The third and final act of Destiny 2: Heresy is now available. This update brings new story content, new Artifact mods, new and updated encounters in the Nether and Court of Blades, and the return of the Sunless Cell strike from Destiny 1.

    Today's release of Act 3 also comes with new updates for the Barrow-Dyad SMG. This Exotic weapon now has two additional catalysts. Players are also now able to pick up its fifth and final intrinsic...
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  • Take a Short Virtual Trip on the Hindenburg

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-01-2025, 12:29 PM
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    Take a Short Virtual Trip on the Hindenburg

    This is also real.

    New DLC is out today for the virtual reality experience called TimeLab. Starting today, you can go aboard LZ 129, the zeppelin that is better known as the Hindenburg. You will get to explore the ship's interior in full VR, take a gander at New York City's skyline circa 1936, and then watch the full disaster up close.

    Yes, this is real. It can be yours for $9.99, the cost of the Hidenburg DLC itself as TimeLab itself is free to download.

    ...
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  • Bubble Butt Released on itch.io and Coming Soon to Steam

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 04-01-2025, 11:13 AM
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    Bubble Butt Released on itch.io and Coming Soon to Steam

    I cannot lie...

    If you have, or have ever wished to have, a giant badonkadonk, then Bubble Butt is the game for you. This is a new "multi choice game of self-acceptance and big butts" that comes to you today from Studio Terranova.

    Bubble Butt is a game that was created during the Global Game Jam in January 2025. Today's release offers more refined visuals, along with updated and expanded gameplay from that initial Game Jam creation. Available through itch.io,...
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  • Square Launches Final Fantasy 9 25th Anniversary Website

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 03-31-2025, 06:16 PM
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    Square Launches Final Fantasy 9 25th Anniversary Website

    Fans hope this leads to a remake announcement.

    Square Enix launched a new Final Fantasy 9 25th Anniversary website. The anniversary website (currently only available in Japanese) went live with word that there are "various projects, including merchandise and collaborations to commemorate the 25th anniversary." Final Fantasy 9 originally released on the PlayStation back on July 7, 2000.

    Thanks to the vague "various projects" referenced on the site,...
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  • Several Korean Studios are Apparently Pitching New Starcraft Game Ideas to Blizzard

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 03-31-2025, 04:24 PM
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    Several Korean Studios are Apparently Pitching New Starcraft Game Ideas to Blizzard

    At least four Korean studios are trying for the Blizzard IP.

    Blizzard is apparently receiving several new pitches for a new Starcraft game from no fewer than four Korean development studios. This report comes to us from Asia Today, who says that companies NCSoft, Nexon, Netmarble, and Krafton are all competing to create a new game based on the StarCraft IP.

    A few of the studios have reportedly traveled to Irvine, California to visit Blizzard in person to make their pitches....
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