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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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  • Destiny 2: Heresy Act 3 Launched

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    • 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

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    • 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

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    • 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

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    • 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

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    • 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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  • Myst Developer Cyan Worlds Lays Off Half of Team

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    • Published: 03-31-2025, 03:01 PM
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    Myst Developer Cyan Worlds Lays Off Half of Team

    Half of the small team was made redundant.

    Cyan Worlds, the studio behind the Myst franchise, laid off 12 employees late last week. The news was shared via Cyan Worlds' social channels. These 12 employees made up roughly half of the entire team at Cyan Worlds.

    The statement released by the team says that news didn't really come as a surprise. They note how "industry conditions have forced us into a tricky spot where we are having to weigh the future health of our...
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  • Latest Trailer for MindsEye Shares Release Date of June 10

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    • Published: 03-28-2025, 02:18 PM
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    Latest Trailer for MindsEye Shares Release Date of June 10

    This is the game from former Rockstar president Leslie Benzies.

    Pre-orders for MindsEye are now live for those who are interested in playing this upcoming action-adventure title from Build A Rocket Boy. MindsEye is the first title from Build A Rocket Boy, a development studio founded by former Rockstar president Leslie Benzies.

    Accompanying today's release date confirmation is a new trailer called "Welcome to Redrock." This Welcome to Redrock trailer offers...
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  • Get Special In-Game Items for World of Warcraft When You Purchase Razer Gear

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    • Published: 03-28-2025, 01:42 PM
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    Get Special In-Game Items for World of Warcraft When You Purchase Razer Gear

    Get access to a new bundle that includes special mounts and an exclusive pet.

    Razer and World of Warcraft are partnering up for a special collaboration. Those that purchase select Razer peripherals will get access to an event bundle for the retail version of World of Warcraft that includes access to two mounts and a pet.

    Specifically, players will get a bundle that includes: Iron Skyreaver (mount), Coral-Stalker Waveray (mount), and Razeshi B (pet).

    This...
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  • Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Gameplay from Latest Nintendo Switch Direct

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    • Published: 03-27-2025, 05:56 PM
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    Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Gameplay from Latest Nintendo Switch Direct

    A look at the various psychic abilities you'll be able to use.

    During today's Nintendo Switch Direct, we got a new look at Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. The new footage is mainly focused on some of the different psychic abilities Samus will be able to use when the full game launches later this year.

    Samus uses her free hand to make use of those new abilities, which seem to play roles in both combat and puzzle solving. Unfortunately, the trailer doesn't shed too much light...
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  • Tencent Joins Ubisoft in Forming New Subsidiary with a Focus on Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six IPs

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    • Published: 03-27-2025, 05:16 PM
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    Tencent Joins Ubisoft in Forming New Subsidiary with a Focus on Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six IPs

    Tencent chipped in a €1.16 billion investment.

    Ubisoft created a new subsidiary company that will focus on IPs such as Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six. This new subsidiary is valued at €4 billion (roughly $4.3 billion), thanks to an investment of €1.16 billion from Tencent.

    Tencent's investment gives them a 25% stake in the new subsidiary. Based in France, the new subsidiary will work on "building game ecosystems designed to become truly...
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  • SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered Released

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    • Published: 03-27-2025, 04:51 PM
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    SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered Released

    The other remaster from Square Enix.

    Square Enix released SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered today on Steam, PlayStation, Switch, iOS, and Android.

    Today's release offers remastered HD visuals, a revamped UI, updated gameplay systems, new post-end-game content, and more. ...
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  • Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake Gameplay

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    • Published: 03-27-2025, 04:31 PM
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    Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake Gameplay

    The first look at gameplay for this dual-remake offering.

    The first gameplay footage for Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake is available today courtesy of Square Enix.

    This double pack includes full remakes of the first two Dragon Quest titles and is set to be released later this year for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, Steam, and the Microsoft Store for Windows. ...
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  • Steel Seed Extended Gameplay Trailer

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    • Published: 03-27-2025, 04:06 PM
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    Steel Seed Extended Gameplay Trailer

    A new look at this sci-fi stealth action title.
    ESDigital Games and Storm in a Teacup just shared an extended gameplay trailer for Steel Seed. This is an upcomin gsci-fi stealth-action adventure game set to release on April 10 for Steam, Epic, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

    This extended cut shows off about 15 minutes of gameplay, as well as providing a detailed look at the protagonist Zoe and her flying drone companion, KOBY. ...
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  • I Have No Mouth and I Must Scream Released on Consoles

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    • Published: 03-27-2025, 03:50 PM
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    I Have No Mouth and I Must Scream Released on Consoles

    The classic 1996 horror adventure is out now on consoles.

    Nightdive Studios just launched I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch. This is the first time that the classic 1996 point-and-click horror adventure has released on consoles.

    Today's release will set you back just $9.99. ...
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  • Karma: The Dark World Released

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    • Published: 03-27-2025, 03:10 PM
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    Karma: The Dark World Released

    A new psychological horror from a small team of industry vets.

    Pollard Studio's debut game release is Karma: The Dark World, a new psychological horror title that is available now on Steam, GOG, and PlayStation 5. Pollard Studio is a small development studio based in Shanghai and is made up of a few industry veterans from Electronic Arts, Virtuos, and other development studios.

    The team says that Karma: The Dark World is inspired by creators such as David Lynch (Twin...
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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
    16.67%
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