Ubisoft’s Layoff Spiral Continues: A Concerning Pattern for Workers & Fans

Via GameRant (Brett Byll): Ubisoft has once again announced layoffs, this time impacting its Global Publishing and Asia-Pacific teams. This follows multiple rounds of cuts in 2023, highlighting a worrying pattern within the industry. While Ubisoft continues to release titles,…
Xbox: A Decade of Change Under Phil Spencer

Xbox: The brand was reeling when Phil Spencer took the helm in 2014. Don Mattrick's disastrous tenure, marked by the botched Xbox One reveal and an emphasis on always-online DRM, alienated core gamers and left Microsoft playing catch-up to Sony. A decade later...
Rebirth Island Resurrected: Is This the Shot in the Arm Call of Duty Needs?

Call of Duty fans may have let out a collective cheer as rumours surrounding the return of the beloved Rebirth Island map was finally confirmed. With its frantic pace and smaller scale, this fan-favourite had been sorely missed since it…
Destiny 2: A Dying Star? The Downward Spiral of a Once-Beloved Franchise

When Destiny first launched in 2014, its promise was immense. A sweeping space epic combining the loot-driven thrills of Diablo with Bungie’s signature gunplay and world-building mastery, it seemed poised to become a pillar of the online gaming landscape. And…
Star Citizen Vision Revision: Streamlining the Player Experience

Cloud Imperium Games' latest Inside Star Citizen video spotlights upcoming quality-of-life improvements in Alpha 3.23 under the title "Vision Revision." These changes focus on streamlining core gameplay experiences like interacting with your visor, looting, and shopping.
Star Citizen 3.23: New Horizons & Under-the-Hood Tech

Cloud Imperium Games’ latest Star Citizen update, version 3.23, delivers a substantial shot of new features and improvements to the ever-evolving space sim. These additions range from immediately eye-catching changes to behind-the-scenes tech that sets the stage for the game’s…
Blast from the Past: Halo 2 Lives Again on the Original Xbox!

Aussie gamers, dust off your old Xboxes and get ready for a nostalgia overload! Insignia Live, a free community-driven project, has done the impossible: they've brought back online multiplayer for classic Xbox titles, and the crown jewel is Halo 2.
PlayStation Portal: A Great Idea… If Your Internet Can Handle It

The PlayStation Portal delivers a compelling idea: take your PS5 games on the go with a dedicated handheld device. But as an Aussie gamer, there are some key factors to consider before shelling out for Sony's latest gadget.
No Man’s Sky Orbital Update: Time To Build Your DREAM Starship!

The massive Orbital update for No Man's Sky is finally here, and it's a bit of a doozy! This update overhauls several items, including space stations, ships, and guilds.
Halo Co-Dev Certain Affinity Announces Layoffs, Struggles to Secure New Work

Certain Affinity, the co-developer known for its work on the Halo and Call of Duty franchises, has faced a round of layoffs. CEO Max Hoberman announced the news on the company’s website. These mark the first layoffs in Certain Affinity’s…