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Kojima's PHYSINT Budget Rumors Spark AI Dance Meme Frenzy
Rumors of a $400 million budget for Hideo Kojima's PHYSINT had Sony reportedly backing out, and now the internet is having a field day with AI dance memes.
PS6 Handheld Leak: OLED Screen, 120Hz, Better Battery Life
New rumors suggest Sony's next handheld, codenamed Project Canis, could feature a high-spec OLED display with 120Hz refresh, VRR, and improved power efficiency.
God of War Laufey Could Test Sony's Regional Pricing
Sony's God of War Laufey has a PS5 release date and a Hong Kong store page, and players are speculating it could be the first test of cheaper regional pricing.
Xbox Layoffs Hit Halo, Gears Devs: 268 Jobs Cut
Xbox has cut 268 more jobs, with developers at The Coalition, World's Edge, Treyarch and Raven Software confirming they're affected. Halo is also moving under Activision.
15+ New Xbox Games Drop Today: Control Resonant Leads the Pack
Over 15 new Xbox games launch today, September 24, including Remedy's Control Resonant, one of the year's biggest releases.
Bethesda Boss: Obsidian Move Won't Reset Our Roadmap
Bethesda's Jill Braff says Obsidian's shift from Xbox Game Studios to the Bethesda group is mainly a reporting change and won't lead to a roadmap reset.
Xbox's Latest Console Update Is Here (But It's Not What You Hoped For)
Xbox rolled out a small public console update this week, but it's just bug fixes — not the Disc to Digital feature fans have been waiting for.
Ubisoft Games Hit 85-90% Off in Xbox Sale
Xbox's late September sale slashes Ubisoft titles like Watch Dogs and Far Cry 6 by 85-90%, with some at their lowest prices ever.
Xbox's New Game Tile Tags: Achievement Tracking Made Easy?
Xbox is rolling out new Game Tile Tags that show achievement progress and social info right on your dashboard. Currently limited to certain Xbox Insiders.
Xbox Free Play Days: Grab These Games Free This Weekend
Xbox's Free Play Days returns with a fresh batch of weekend freebies, including the return of PGA Tour 2K25. Here's what you can play for free.
Xbox's World's Edge Hit by Layoffs, Game Cancelled?
World's Edge, the Xbox studio behind Age of Empires, may have cancelled a project after layoffs and a shift to Activision, according to a former engineer's departure note.
90s Classics Hit Xbox: SiN Reloaded and More Out Now
Multiple '90s games make their Xbox debut this week, including SiN Reloaded, a remaster of the 1998 PC shooter from Nightdive Studios.
Starfield Sequel? Ex-Bethesda Dev Says Don't Count On It
A former Bethesda developer says they'd be surprised by a Starfield sequel, but thinks it could get much closer to the 'ultimate game' the team originally envisioned.
Xbox Fires Back at GTA 6 PS5 Sales Report
Xbox CSO Matthew Ball says the company is 'very happy' with GTA 6 sales, claiming the game is breaking records for Xbox despite a report of PS5 skew.
10+ New Xbox Games Drop Today, Including Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 on Game Pass
Over 10 new Xbox games arrive today, with Game Pass adding Rematch, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and an EA Sports FC 27 trial.
Xbox Open World Sale: 25+ Must-Buy Discounted Games
Xbox's Open World sale is live with huge discounts on Starfield, Assassin's Creed Shadows, and more. Plus, Ubisoft titles are up to 90% off.
Minecraft's First New Dimension in 15 Years Is Called The Sift
Minecraft is adding its first new dimension in 15 years, The Sift, a pink realm with walking bunny-like creatures. It's coming to Minecraft in 2027 and Minecraft Dungeons 2 next week.
Nadella Backs Xbox Layoffs, Promises Growth Next Fiscal Year
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella praises Xbox's recent streamlining and says the business will return to growth next fiscal year under new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma.
Sony Patents PlayStation Controller That Takes Card Payments
Sony has filed a patent for a PlayStation controller with a built-in card reader, allowing players to make in-game purchases directly from the controller.
Minecraft Hits 425M Sales, Unveils First New Dimension in 14 Years
Minecraft Live 2025 revealed The Sift, the game's first new dimension in over 14 years, plus 425 million copies sold and a Switch 2 release date.
Gen Z Gamer Shocked PlayStation Ever Made Handhelds
A Japanese player born in 2010, raised only on Switch, was stunned to learn PlayStation and PSP were two totally separate product lines — and older fans are feeling ancient.
Sony's Next DualSense Could Get a Touchscreen, Shape-Shifting Grips and NFC Payments
New Sony patents hint at a touchscreen replacing the DualSense touchpad, grips that expand and contract for haptic feedback, and NFC tap-to-pay. Nothing's official yet.
Rare Moves Under Activision: What It Means for Xbox Fans
Xbox's legendary studio Rare is now reporting to Activision instead of Xbox Game Studios. Here's what we know about the surprise shake-up and what it could mean.
Xbox Insiders Spot New Microsoft Rewards Tracker on Dashboard
Xbox Insiders have discovered a new Microsoft Rewards tracker on the dashboard and profile, designed to help players keep up with daily streaks and the Game Pass Weekly Streak.