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Microsoft Has Become the New EA, Buying Activision and Blizzard Just to Kill Off Its Other Studios
Microsoft Has Become the New EA, Buying Activision and Blizzard Just to Kill Off Its Other Studios
Microsoft has just announced major layoffs across a lot of its studios. The team also canceled Perfect Dark Remake and Rare's Everwild.
July 2, 2025
Sega president says companies with a 'good record' tend to have a strong global GAAS business
Sega president says companies with a 'good record' tend to have a strong global GAAS business
Sega president and COO Shuji Utsumi told The Game Business about the company's plans to push for a global Games as a Service business.
July 2, 2025
Subnautica developer Unknown Worlds loses leadership team
Subnautica developer Unknown Worlds loses leadership team
Studio CEO Ted Gill, Subnautica game director Charlie Cleveland, and technical director Max McGuire have all departed the company.
July 2, 2025
Microsoft says Xbox layoffs are being made to 'enhance our efficiency'
Microsoft says Xbox layoffs are being made to 'enhance our efficiency'
The latest wave of redundancies at the company will impact video game workers across a myriad of levels, teams, and geographies.
July 2, 2025
Former Ubisoft execs convicted for sexual assault, psychological harassment
Former Ubisoft execs convicted for sexual assault, psychological harassment
A French court has sentenced three former Ubisoft executives to suspended prison terms.
July 2, 2025
Report: Return to Moria developer Free Range Games has laid off 80 people
Report: Return to Moria developer Free Range Games has laid off 80 people
Via LinkedIn, an ex-employee said they were part of layoffs at Free Range Games, which reportedly affected 80 people at the studio.
July 2, 2025
I replaced my Dyson for this discounted cordless stick vacuum - here's why it's better
I replaced my Dyson for this discounted cordless stick vacuum - here's why it's better
I put the Tineco Pure One Station cordless vacuum to the test - and its smart features quickly earned it a permanent spot in my cleaning routine.
July 2, 2025
Save over $200 on the OnePlus 13 and get a free gift - here's how
Save over $200 on the OnePlus 13 and get a free gift - here's how
With a new promotion, you can save up to $240 on the OnePlus 13, but the savings you receive depend on the configuration.
July 2, 2025
Cloudflare just changed the internet, and it's bad news for the AI giants
Cloudflare just changed the internet, and it's bad news for the AI giants
The era of unrestricted AI crawling appears to be ending - well, at least for the fifth of the internet that flows through Cloudflare's pipes.
July 2, 2025
Why I'm ditching Bluetooth speakers in favor of this outdoor wired system - and don't regret it
Why I'm ditching Bluetooth speakers in favor of this outdoor wired system - and don't regret it
The Polk Audio Atrium 5 speakers combine sleek, understated design with full weatherproofing and deliver bright, energetic sound.
July 2, 2025
This $100 Android phone has no business being this good for the price
This $100 Android phone has no business being this good for the price
The latest Nuu N20 is a well-designed device that won't break the bank. A week of testing revealed the truths of the budget market to me.
July 2, 2025
Buy EcoFlow portable power stations and air conditioners for nearly 50% off for Prime Day
Buy EcoFlow portable power stations and air conditioners for nearly 50% off for Prime Day
We've tested and recommended many EcoFlow products -- and now several that can help keep you cool this summer are on sale for Amazon Prime Day.
July 2, 2025