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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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  • 1666: Amsterdam Settles on Late August for Early Access Release

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 08-10-2026, 03:36 PM
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    1666: Amsterdam Settles on Late August for Early Access Release

    A new gameplay feature was shared.

    Those of you eager to drop into the mystery of 1666: Amsterdam won't have too much longer to wait. Panache Digital Games says that they will launch their debut action-adventure into Early Access on August 25, 2026.

    This Early Access release will hit both Steam and Epic and will be priced at just $29.99. A demo for the game has been available for a while now. It's dubbed as the "Prologue" and offers players a taste of some...
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  • SpeedRunners 2 King of Speed Dated for September 3

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-30-2026, 05:09 PM
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    SpeedRunners 2 King of Speed Dated for September 3

    Faster, faster, until the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death.

    SpeedRunners 2 will launch on September 3, according to a new announcement from tinyBuild and Fair Play Labs. SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed will once again pit zippy little runners against each other in a fierce competition to see who is the fastest, the most agile, and the most cunning.

    SpeedRunners 2 maintains the parkour style racing of the original game but now adds a campaign with boss battles,...
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  • Lumines Remastered Out Today on Mobile

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-30-2026, 04:46 PM
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    Lumines Remastered Out Today on Mobile

    Try it before you buy it with a free trial.

    The puzzle game that fuses audio and stimulating visuals is now available for those on iOS and Android. Lumines Remastered brings back that same gameplay you remember from its 2004 roots on the PlayStation Portable.

    The download of the app itself is free through either the App Store or Google Play. This will let you experience a free trial of the game's first few levels. If you want to keep playing at the end of those initial...
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  • Mistfall Hunter Released

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-30-2026, 04:07 PM
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    Mistfall Hunter Released

    Soulslike extraction.

    Mistfall Hunter is now available on Steam, PlayStation, and XBOX. Billed as a "dark-fantasy extraction ARPG," this game tasks players with fighting, looting, and escaping with your newfound treasures before dying to other combatants or the environment.

    This one is brought to you by developer Bellring Games and publisher Skystone Games. The Standard Edition retails for $24.99, with some storefronts offering a limited-time 10% launch discount....
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  • Steam Cyberpunk Fest on August 3

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-30-2026, 02:30 PM
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    Steam Cyberpunk Fest on August 3

    Life’s a game, and we’re all just players. The question is, what’s your strategy?

    Valve shared word that the Steam Cyberpunk Fest is set to run from August 3 to August 10, beginning and ending at 10 AM PT on those dates.

    In case it wasn't obvious, the Steam Cyberpunk Fest will include plenty of deals and offers, maybe even some demos and developer streams, for all sorts of games where low-lifes and high-tech are the norm.

    As per usual, Valve put together...
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  • XBOX at Gamescom 2026

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-28-2026, 06:08 PM
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    XBOX at Gamescom 2026

    The company that laid off 1,600 will be at Gamescom.

    XBOX says that they will have a presence at next month's gamescom. The XBOX booth will feature "25 upcoming games and 140 gaming stations." Almost as if part of some sick joke, XBOX says that their booth "will be packed with ne worlds to explore, developers to meet, and experiences that showcase what's next for XBOX."

    Some of those upcoming titles include Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Fable, Minecraft...
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  • Layoffs at Double Fine

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-28-2026, 05:29 PM
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    Layoffs at Double Fine

    About two dozen people were laid off.

    Double Fine Productions just laid off 23 employees. Double Fine announced these layoffs about three weeks after their return to independence from Microsoft. The studio behind games such as Stacking and Psychonauts made the announcement in a brief post to Bluesky by studio lead Tim Schafer. ...
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  • Stalker 2 Cost of Hope Releases August 20 Alongside Major Engine Update

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-28-2026, 04:27 PM
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    Stalker 2 Cost of Hope Releases August 20 Alongside Major Engine Update

    This release is bundled with the major Update 2.0 experience.

    GSC Game World announced that S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope will release on August 20, 2026. This will be Stalker 2's first major expansion for Heart of Chornobyl, and the hope is to release on August 20th for PC and consoles.

    On that same date, GSC Game World hopes to also release what they're calling "Update 2.0" for Stalker 2. This major update will upgrade Stalker 2 to a newer version of Unreal...
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  • Fallen Aces Episode 2 Released

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-28-2026, 04:25 PM
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    Fallen Aces Episode 2 Released

    Solve that case at any cost.

    The second episode for Fallen Aces is now available! Episode 2: Shadow of Death should be available as an update for this noir-tinged FPS.

    For those who forgot about what transpired in Episode 1, you can either replay that episode or you can simply watch the Episode 1 Recap video below. Of course there is also a new trailer for Episode 2 included below.

    Fallen Aces is now a part of a "Stealth Trilogy" pack from New Blood...
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  • Gamers Across The Board Look For Common Characteristics For A Positive Playing Experience: What Are They

    • Created by: Major 0
    • Published: 07-28-2026, 03:12 PM

    Gamers Across The Board Look For Common Characteristics For A Positive Playing Experience: What Are They

    Considering how many different types of games are popular in this day and age, it’s quite hard to find the common denominators that determine a great game regardless of its genre, platform, or main theme. People love video games for a wide variety of reasons, and their expectations vary from one group to another. Still, there are some characteristics that are positively received by the players of all ages, skill levels, or niche interests. Let’s examine some of those universally praised elements...
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  • Project Zomboid's Massive 'Build 42' Update Coming July 29

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-24-2026, 12:55 PM
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    Project Zomboid's Massive 'Build 42' Update Coming July 29

    An update two years in the making.

    Project Zomboid is about to get one of its biggest updates yet. Build 42 has been in development for about two years now and "represents a substantial evolution of Project Zomboid's bleak, brilliant, and stubbornly uncompromising zombie sandbox."

    Build 42 is set to release on July 29 for all Project Zomboid owners. The update will offer several new and improved features. There will be deeper crafting and building systems,...
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  • Hell Let Loose: Vietnam Open Crossplay Playtest this Weekend

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-24-2026, 11:24 AM
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    Hell Let Loose: Vietnam Open Crossplay Playtest this Weekend

    Testing out an airbase map.

    This weekend, from July 24 to July 27, an open crossplay-enabled playtest will take place for Hell Let Loose: Vietnam. This playtest will be freely available to players on PlayStation 5, XBOX Series X|S, and Steam.

    This specific test will take place on a new map not seen in previous tests. The Battle of Đắk Tô is "an attack on a key US airfield base and surrounding hilltop fortifications in the central highlands of South Vietnam."...
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  • Aliens Fireteam Elite 2 Out August 25

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-23-2026, 05:59 PM
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    Aliens Fireteam Elite 2 Out August 25

    Four players. Co-op. But with Aliens.

    Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is set to be released on August 25, 2026 for PlayStation 5, XBOX Series X|S, Epic, and Steam. Cold Iron Studios and Daybreak Game Company also shared new details about this upcoming co-op third-person survival shooter.

    In Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, four players will once again assume the roles of Colonial Marines in a fight for survival. As Xenomorphs stalk the corridors, it's up to you and your team to combine...
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  • Killing Floor 3 Season 4 Update Brings Back the Dual-wielding Gunslinger

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-23-2026, 03:52 PM
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    Killing Floor 3 Season 4 Update Brings Back the Dual-wielding Gunslinger

    Two is better than one.

    Tripwire Interactive launched their fourth big seasonal update for Killing Floor 3 and this is a big one for fans of the Gunslinger from Killing Floor 2. Today's update, titled "Operation: Shadow Hunter," brings back the fan-favorite Gunslinger perk, allowing characters to dual-wield a selection of pistols and gadgets.

    Of course, a seasonal update wouldn't be complete if there wasn't even more new content to enjoy. To that end, Operation:...
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  • XBOX Backwards Compatibility Expands to PC with Conker, Blinkx, Fuzion Frenzy, and Crimson Skies

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 07-22-2026, 01:16 PM
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    XBOX Backwards Compatibility Expands to PC with Conker, Blinkx, Fuzion Frenzy, and Crimson Skies

    The start of a broader backwards compatibility push.

    XBOX just released the first handful of titles in their new XBOX Backward Compatibility on PC program. This will allow you to play classic XBOX games on PC and various PC-focused handheld devices, which just happens to include the ROG XBOX Ally and XBOX Ally X.

    The four titles offered today are part of the "early release" of XBOX Backward Compatibility on PC. Today's releases not only allow you to play these...
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