Xbox Announces 3,200 Job Cuts and Major Studio Restructuring
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma confirms 3,200 job cuts through FY27 and the departure of four studios as part of a significant reset for the gaming division.
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The Necromancer’s Tale Review: A Great Story Held Back by Clunky Controls
The Necromancer’s Tale on Nintendo Switch 2 features a dark, engrossing story, but clunky controls and shallow combat make it a hard recommendation.
Why Final Fantasy X Hits Differently When You're an Adult
Revisiting Final Fantasy X in 2026 reveals deeper themes of grief, institutional corruption, and generational trauma that go beyond the original childhood experience.
Weekend Deals: Save on Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy VII, and M2 iPad Air
Score discounts on gaming hardware and titles this weekend, including Cyberpunk 2077 on Switch 2, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, and the M2 iPad Air.
Why 40 Hours Is the Perfect Ceiling for RPGs
Are modern RPGs getting too long? We look at why some critics are calling for a 40-hour limit to combat late-game burnout and bloated storytelling.
Why The Last of Us Part 2 remains the gold standard for narrative conviction
A look at why Naughty Dog's The Last of Us Part 2 continues to stand out in a gaming landscape often cluttered with stories designed for everyone.
How to Beat the Forza Horizon 6 Series 2 Week 3 Trial
Struggling with the Week 3 Trial in Forza Horizon 6? Follow our guide to the Forward Thinking event, including the best car choice and essential racing tips.
Why Final Fantasy XIII Remains a Compelling Xbox 360 JRPG
While the Xbox 360 era was often called a dark age for JRPGs, Final Fantasy XIII stands out as a surprisingly addictive experience that rewards persistence.
PS5 and PS4 Games Losing Online Services Throughout July and August 2026
A list of PS5 and PS4 titles facing online service closures or in-game purchase removals in July and August 2026, including Madden NFL 23 and NHL titles.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 Shifts Tone Toward 'Martin Scorsese' Style
CD Projekt Red revealed a grittier, film-focused narrative for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 at Anime Expo 2026, targeting a fall release on Netflix.
Wargamer Highlights New Tabletop and Trading Card Updates for July 2026
Wargamer's latest updates cover new art-thief board games, Warhammer: The Old World pre-orders, and a Marvel-themed Magic: the Gathering expansion.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Director Reflects on AI's Future in Gaming
The director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 shares his perspective on the future of AI-generated game development and the value of human craftsmanship.
Love and Deepspace Fans Petition to Bring Back Canceled Wolf Man Valko
Following his abrupt cancellation, over 300,000 fans have signed petitions demanding developer Papergames bring back Valko to Love and Deepspace.
Minecraft Complete Guide: 2026 Survival, Crafting, and Update Tips
A complete 2026 guide to Minecraft survival. Get the latest on the Chaos Cubed update, server legality, and essential tips for mining, crafting, and building.
Dragon Age Creator David Gaider on His Studio’s Make-or-Break Heist RPG
David Gaider, creator of Thedas, is pitching a new heist RPG. He discusses the struggles of securing funding in a contracting industry and his design philosophy.
Square Enix Admits Early Game Reveals Are a Problem for Kingdom Hearts 4
Square Enix is revisiting its marketing strategy after admitting that early announcements for titles like Kingdom Hearts 4 hurt consumer enthusiasm.
Final Fantasy 14 Stalking Plugin 'Memoria' Shuts Down Following Backlash
The controversial Final Fantasy 14 mod Memoria, which tracked player location and history, has closed after widespread community backlash regarding user privacy.
KTC H49S66 Review: A Massive Ultrawide Bargain for Your PC Build
The KTC H49S66 49-inch curved gaming monitor offers a high-performance 32:9 ultrawide experience at a competitive price point. Here is our 9/10 review.
Square Enix Responds to Questions on Original Game Preservation
Square Enix addresses concerns about maintaining access to original game versions as physical media support declines.
Valve's Steam Machine Already Triggering Hardware Failures
Early adopters of the Steam Machine are reporting GPU failures, with users comparing the red light error to the infamous Xbox 360 Red Ring of Death.
Why the Disappearing Bargain Bin Matters to Physical Game Collectors
As physical media fades, the bargain bin—a source of hidden gems like Grasshopper's Contact—is becoming a relic of the past for game collectors.
Why Baldur's Gate 3 Still Matters for Lesbian Representation
Reflecting on the lesbian gaze and queer storytelling in Baldur's Gate 3 as Eurogamer concludes its seventh annual Pride Week celebration.
Do We Actually Need New Consoles in 2026?
As the PS5 and Xbox Series X enter their seventh year, rising costs and a lack of system-sellers make the prospect of a new generation feel unappealing.
Extraordinary New Indie Games to Wishlist This Indie-Penance Day
From magical dice to vacuum cleaner battles, check out these unique indie games to add to your Steam wishlist for 2026.
Bone Marrow 2 Brings Tactical Puzzle Gameplay to Xbox and PC
Bone Marrow 2 is now available on Xbox and PC, introducing new tactical survival mechanics and a day-night cycle to its 2048-inspired puzzle formula.
Age of Legacy Brings Brutal 1v1 Roguelike Combat to PC, Mac, and Linux
Chaotic Order Games is bringing Age of Legacy to Steam in 2027. Expect a brutal, turn-based 1v1 roguelike RPG with native Linux support.
Sony Abandons Social Media Following Physical Media Backlash
PlayStation has gone silent on social media for over 24 hours following intense user backlash regarding the company's decision to discontinue physical games.
Scarlet Hollow Episode 5 Expansion Adds 70,000 Words and New Content
Black Tabby Games is expanding Scarlet Hollow with 70,000 words of content, deeper choices, and new routes for PC, Mac, Linux, and Steam Deck players.
Tim Sweeney Claims Generative AI Could Have Saved Destiny 2
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney suggests generative AI might have solved the profitability and development issues that led to the end of Destiny 2.
Forza Horizon 6: Series 2 Week 3 Festival Playlist Guide
Complete all Forza Horizon 6 Series 2 Week 3 challenges. Get tips for the Theory of Evolution weekly challenge and the latest Seasonal Championships.
Xbox Layoffs and Strategy: What We Know About the 2026 Reset
As Microsoft prepares for widespread layoffs, Xbox is shifting its strategy to prioritize blockbusters over experimentation. Here is what we know about the reset.
Microsoft Flight Simulator World Update 22: U.S. National Parks Out Now
Microsoft Flight Simulator World Update 22 is available now, adding 31 U.S. national parks, new guided tours, and discovery flights for the nation's 250th birthday.
PlayStation to End Physical Disc Production Starting in 2028
Sony has officially announced that PlayStation will cease the production of physical game discs at the start of 2028, moving the platform to an all-digital future.
Playing Grand Theft Auto 6 Is Now the Most Expensive Entry in the Series
With GTA 6 launching at $80 and hardware prices climbing, getting into Rockstar's latest is the priciest investment in the franchise's history.
Godot Engine Mandates Human-Authored Code to Stop AI 'Slop'
Godot has updated its contribution policy to require human-authored code, aiming to end the bottleneck caused by AI-generated pull requests on GitHub.
How to Participate in the Minecraft Movie Build Challenge Voting
Learn how to engage with the Minecraft Movie Build Challenge and explore the latest updates across the Minecraft ecosystem as of 2026.