Blizzard devs in the dark for now as president of the World of Warcraft and Diablo studio says they "can expect to hear more" soon about Microsoft's plan for the studio as Xbox faces 3,200 job cuts

"We are the best allies to game devs": Skyrim modder shows solidarity with laid off Bethesda workers by draping union logos across Tamriel

You've heard about Microsoft's mass layoffs by now. The last few days have been filled with stories of how these cuts are affecting different studios both still and formerly owned by Xbox, with even Elder Scrolls 6 developers Bethesda not being spared, regardless of that series being one their corporate overlords are determined to squeeze more out of going forwards. Thankfully, those overlords are reciving some pushback, with unionised Bethesda staff planning protest rallies and a modder using their talents to offer players a way of showing solidarity. Read more

SoFi's Latest Innovation Could Transform Its Growth Trajectory

Management's product development efforts showcase the company's forward-thinking operating playbook.

Joint The Witcher 4 and CD Projekt Red CEO says fully AI-generated games are coming, but he has "some doubts whether this is really the path to follow"

Joint The Witcher 4 and CD Projekt Red CEO says fully AI-generated games are coming, but he has "some doubts whether this is really the path to follow"

The Xbox reset is not going to work if it’s just a retreat to the past

As Xbox prepares to lose five development studios and over 3,000 staff what is it that they’re planning, that makes Microsoft so confident for the future?

EA Exec Believes GenAI Can Help Developers Make Games Faster: ‘I Think There’s A Real Rise Of Creativity’

President of Enterprise Development Laura Miele sees the potential

Microsoft to lay off 4,800 after getting 2,273 foreign worker visas

A popular U.S.-based gaming brand owned by Microsoft is facing fury after mass employee layoffs occurred in the wake of the company being approved for thousands of foreign worker visas. Microsoft announced that it will lay off 4,800 people total and 1,600 from the corporation’s XBOX division, which makes and sells the dominant video game []...Click to read more

Pitches for a co-op Doom, a new Perfect Dark, and a John Wick-inspired cyberpunk game were cooking at id Software before Microsoft layoffs reportedly led to 136 job cuts

Pitches for a co-op Doom, a new Perfect Dark, and a John Wick-inspired cyberpunk game were cooking at id Software before Microsoft layoffs reportedly led to 136 job cuts

Sea of Thieves Live-Action Movie Has Been Confirmed

With constant news about video game adaptations, the latest one has just been confirmed, and it seems like we’re hitting

Players Alliance Interview: The Gamers Trying To Stop The EA Buyout

We speak with unions representing both workers and gamers, who are doing what they can to raise the alarm on the EA acquisition.

Bethesda union blasts Microsoft as Xbox layoffs hit the Fallout and Elder Scrolls studio, too: "When will this cycle of cuts in pursuit of ever-greater profits end?"

Bethesda union blasts Microsoft as Xbox layoffs hit the Fallout and Elder Scrolls studio, too: "When will this cycle of cuts in pursuit of ever-greater profits end?"

A Founding Member Of The Xbox Team Has One Big Fear For The Brand’s Future — And I Think She’s Right

A long-time Xbox employee has some pretty dire predictions for the future of the brand. Laura Fryer knows what she’s talking about, too. The video game producer was one of the early members of Microsoft Games Studio and a founding member of the Xbox team, serving as a producer on titles like Crimson Skies and []

GTA 6: Everything Rockstar Announced and Confirmed on Preorder Day

It’s been a big day of GTA 6 news, with Rockstar confirming fresh details for what is perhaps the most anticipated video game of all time ahead of preorders going live. IGN has plenty of coverage for you to dig into, but here we’ve rounded up everything announced and confirmed, including new screenshots, first details on the editions, and even a new (very short) in-game video.

Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred review - A compelling conclusion delivered with a panache that proves Blizzard still got it

Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred has, without question, been one of my most anticipated releases of 2026. Diablo 4 is likely my most played game ever by sheer hour count, so it’s easy to see why this expansion is so high up on my list. However many rakes Blizzard has stepped on over the course of the game’s live service, however many seasons or events it botched, I maintain that no other ARPG matches Diablo 4 in either game feel or production value. Read more

New Games Gallery 7/3/26!!

New Games Gallery 7/3/26!!

Nothing Ear 3A and Phone 4B Set for Mutlicolored July 7 Launch

The design-forward startup looks like it's getting bolder and more colorful with every product.

10 Best Metal Gear Villains

The deep rogues gallery of the Metal Gear series is among the best in gaming.

All games in development from ex-Witcher 3 devs

A list of all games in development from people who worked on The Witcher 3, including those still at CD Projekt Red and those who founded new studios.

Corsair Gaming: Time To Take Profits (Double Downgrade)

Corsair Gaming: Time To Take Profits (Double Downgrade)

Microsoft to cut nearly 2.5% of workforce in latest layoffs: Report

The layoffs will impact thousands of roles, including sales and consulting, as well as jobs at ​the Xbox gaming division, ‌the Business Insider report said

Cyberpunk 2 lead says "some days I feel our industry is imploding" as Destiny 2 studio Bungie is hit with mass layoffs: "Teams and game projects are getting slaughtered"

Cyberpunk 2 lead says "some days I feel our industry is imploding" as Destiny 2 studio Bungie is hit with mass layoffs: "Teams and game projects are getting slaughtered"

DGA ratifies 4-year contract with major studios

The Directors Guild of America on Thursday night said it approved a four-year contract with major studios. The new contract will boost studio contributions to DGA's healthcare plan, increase minimum salaries and offer AI protections. The DGA ...

Foxtel and Nine sign 'fabulous' $5.3 billion broadcast deal with the NRL

Foxtel CEO Patrick Delany discusses the network’s “fabulous” seven-year, $5.3 billion broadcast partnership with the NRL. “It’s all about volume, the more people that watch it, the more subscriptions we have, the better we can go,” Mr Delany said. ​“Under the new deal, there’ll be more games as teams are added; we get all of those games.”

Patient gamers, your time is now: 9 of 2025's best games are on sale for today only

Patient gamers, your time is now: 9 of 2025's best games are on sale for today only

KRAFTON India Strengthens Commitment to India’s Gaming Ecosystem Through Strategic Investment in BITKRAFT Ventures’ Global Fund

Partnership aims to empower young game developers and scale India’s emerging gaming ecosystem globally Bengaluru, 22 June 2026 – KRAFTON India today announced a strategic investment in BITKRAFT Ventures’ Global Fund, deepening its commitment to supporting the growth of India’s gaming and startup ecosystem. The investment builds on KRAFTON’s longstanding relationship with BITKRAFT Ventures, a leading global investment platform focused on gaming, interactive media and emerging technologies. It reflects a shared belief in the opportunities emerging at the intersection of gaming, technology and digital entertainment. India has rapidly emerged as one of the world’s most dynamic markets for gaming and

DGA ratifies four-year contract with major studios

The Directors Guild of America on Thursday night said it approved a four-year contract with major studios. The new contract will boost studio contributions to DGA’s healthcare plan, increase minimum salaries and offer AI protections. The DGA declined to say how many voted in favor of the contract, but in a memo to members, union []

Microsoft to axe 4,800 jobs as it resets Xbox

Gaming unit under pressure from weak margins and the industry’s sharp hardware downturn

Top Intel Agencies Say AI-Driven Cyber Catastrophes Are Imminent: ‘The Timeline Is Not Years, It Is Months’

Breaches will occur, the intelligence alliance warns org leaders.