The "Rekindling Soul Update" has been revealed for Dota 2. It includes a new look for Shadow Fiend, some changes to the map (yeah, the map is actually getting changed up a bit in Dota!), new Bounty Rune, and a lot of other changes.
I'm not going to lie here, there are a ton of changes coming in the 6.82 update. There are actually too many to re-list here, especially when Valve already put them in an organized list already. There are Hero changes, general changes,...
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...
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."...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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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"Rekindling Soul Update" Revealed for Dota 2
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"Rekindling Soul Update" Revealed for Dota 2
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Counter-Strike Nexon: Zombies Open Beta Begins Now
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Counter-Strike Nexon: Zombies Open Beta Begins Now
From now until September 25 at 9AM (PT), you can join in on the open beta for Counter-Strike Nexon: Zombies. Billed as a free-to-play MMOFPS with both PvP and PvE elements. Counter-Strike Nexon: Zombies will have "over 20 different modes" to try and "over 60 Zombie filled maps" in the final release of the game. The game also includes a wide variety of weapons on top of the ones you're familiar with in the old Counter-Strike. It also includes both male and female characters to play as,... -
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Valve Changes the Steam Storefront with Steam Discovery Update and Personalized Shopping
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Valve Changes the Steam Storefront with Steam Discovery Update and Personalized Shopping
Valve has finally gotten around to giving a facelift to the old Steam storefront. The new store has gone live today and it's very, very blue. Valve is calling it the "Steam Discovery Update" and it includes new features like personalized shopping recommendations.
Valve today launched the Steam Discovery Update, which introduces new functionality and features designed to optimize the Steam shopping experience as the number of new titles on Steam increases. In the past nine months, Ste... -
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Here is What Australia is Demanding of Valve
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Here is What Australia is Demanding of Valve
The Australian Competition and Consumer Comission (ACCC) has provided some additional details on what they want from Valve as part of their lawsuit against the development studio.
...- Provide an email address that specifically deals with refunds as per Australian Consumer law.
- Provide a 1800 number to help consumers address any refund issues.
- Provide a PO Box address for consumers to deal with refunds.
- Appoint representatives (the ACCC refer to this person as
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Valve Brings Cohesive Game Soundtrack Integration to Steam Music
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Valve Brings Cohesive Game Soundtrack Integration to Steam Music
A new update for Steam Music has been rolled out that will bring a more cohesive experience to your music listening. If you purchased or own any game soundtrack and still have that game installed through Steam, the soundtrack will now automatically be added to your Steam Music Library.
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CS:GO 1.34.4.6 Update is Now live - Changes for September 2, 2014
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CS:GO 1.34.4.6 Update is Now live - Changes for September 2, 2014
A new update was just released tonight for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive.
Changelog for CS:GO for September 2, 2014 (1.34.4.6 update)GAMEPLAY • The CZ75-Auto has been moved from the P250 slot to the Tec9/Five-seveN slot and its price has been raised to $500. • Flashbang blast and HE grenade explosion damage now travels through water volumes (thanks starix) • Buy time in official competitive config has been reduced to 20 seconds. • Teamkill money penalty in official com... -
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PSA: CS:GO Matchmaking Issues will be Present as Valve Performs Maintenance Later Today
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PSA: CS:GO Matchmaking Issues will be Present as Valve Performs Maintenance Later Today
Valve just sent out word that they are going to be performing maintenance on their server backend today at 3:45PM (PT). They said that this will affect multiplayer in negative ways.
Connectivity to official and community game servers will be affected, game lobbies, matchmaking, inventories and weapon loadouts will be unavailable for the duration of this maintenance. Previous build of the game client will not be pinned due to compatibility issues and all clients and game servers will be req... -
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Dota 2 - The Techies Update Details Revealed
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Dota 2 - The Techies Update Details Revealed
Prepare yourselves Dota 2 players because The Techies Update is near. Valve has started to release details on the upcoming Techies update coming to the popular MOBA.
At long last, Dota 2 welcomes its most notoriously explosive personalities: Techies. Now every forest trail, every escape route, and every creep camp can become your most devilish trap. Of course, if your foe steps lightly (or has a Gem of True Sight, or upgraded their Necronomicon) they might dodge your well-placed... -
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Valve is Being Sued in Australia Over Refund Policy
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Valve is Being Sued in Australia Over Refund Policy
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is suing Valve. The ACCC claims that Valve has not met certain consume guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Now, despite not having any physical presence in Australia, Valve must still observe Australian law when selling goods or services to Australian residents.
Rod Sims of the ACCC details how Valve's policy on refunds is a breach of ACL.
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Updates Released for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Team Fortress 2 - August 27, 2014
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Updates Released for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Team Fortress 2 - August 27, 2014
Updates were released tonight for both Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Team Fortress 2.
Changelog for CS:GO for August 27, 2014GAMEPLAY - Added positional audio support for players using Mumble voice chat. - Fixed case where sniper scope blur was not accurately representing full sniper weapon inaccuracy when scoped. - Fixed a bug where in some cases a bullet didn’t know it had penetrated a player hitbox if it started by penetrating another surface first and hadn’t exit... -
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Left 4 Dead's Zoey and TF2's Pyro and Saxton Hale Join Super Time Force Ultra
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Left 4 Dead's Zoey and TF2's Pyro and Saxton Hale Join Super Time Force Ultra
Today, both the Pyro and Saxton Hale from Team Fortress 2 were added to the Steam release of Super Time Force Ultra. In addition, Zoey from Left 4 Dead was also added to the Steam version of the game.
Super Time Force Ultra is an action-packed platformer with a time-travelling twist! You’re in control of time itself, bending and stretching it to your advantage on the battlefield. Rewind time and choose when to jump back into the action, teaming-up with your past selves... -
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A Trip to the Real Life de_Inferno from Counter-Strike
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A Trip to the Real Life de_Inferno from Counter-Strike
Recently, a Reddit user going by the name of "slowpoketail" visited the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano, or as it might be known to you guys, the place that the Counter-Strike map de_Inferno is based off of.
Included below are just a few of his photos. You can always see more of them via the above link or at this Imgur gallery.
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Celebrate CS:GO's Birthday with an Update, Party Hat Wearing Chickens, and Competitive Zeus Usage - August 21, 2014
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Celebrate CS:GO's Birthday with an Update, Party Hat Wearing Chickens, and Competitive Zeus Usage - August 21, 2014
Today marks the anniversary/birthday/day that Counter-Strike: Global Offensive was launched! To mark the momentous occasion, Valve released a new update and while some of the changes are cool, others are actually annoying the community quite a bit.
Unofficial CS:GO update changelog (Since Valve didn't release one) for August 21, 2014- The Zeus is now allowed in competitive - Zeus also now costs $100 - The modified Zeus now will play a party horn sound, and confett... -
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ESL One Cologne 2014 CS:GO Championship Quarterfinals Begins Tonight
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ESL One Cologne 2014 CS:GO Championship Quarterfinals Begins Tonight
Valve has officially put the world on notice that the quarter final matches begin tonight for the ESL One Cologne 2014 CS:GO Championship. The quarter finals begin at 9:00AM (CET), which is 12:00AM (PT).
If you've been following along, you should make your picks prior to tonight's matches. As the case was yesterday, you can watch all of the action once it goes live courtesy of the below Twitch stream. Those who watch on Twitch with a connected Steam account and those watching... -
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Dota 2 Workshop Tools Alpha Update Released - August 15, 2014
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Dota 2 Workshop Tools Alpha Update Released - August 15, 2014
Today (August 15, 2014) a new update was released for the Dota 2 Workshop Alpha Tools. That is to say, an update was released today for the new version of Hammer and Source 2.
Changelog for Dota 2 Workshop Alpha Tools for August 15, 2014- Added additional entities to improve custom game creation - New entity "dota_custom_game_events" added - New entity "filter_dota" added - New entity "point_simple_obstruction" added - New mesh entity "trigger_dota" added - When placing a... -
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