Marvel Rivals Adds God Quarry in September 24 Update
Marvel Rivals' September 24 update adds the God Quarry Domination map, a limited Quick Match queue, timed rewards and one interface fix.
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Gears of War: E-Day Story Director Confirms Microsoft Layoff
Juan Vaca, a story director on Gears of War: E-Day, says he was included in Microsoft’s layoffs shortly before the game’s early-access release.
Tim Schafer Says Game Development Economics No Longer Add Up
The Double Fine founder questions why layoffs have persisted while players keep buying games, and describes risk across AAA and indie development.
Xbox Restructure Cuts 268 Roles and Redraws Studio Reporting Lines
Xbox has cut 268 roles while moving studios under Activision, Bethesda and King, combining Forza and Fable teams, and continuing closure talks.
Obsidian Keeps Its Leadership as Bethesda Takes Oversight
A staff memo obtained by IGN says Obsidian will retain its leaders and identity under Bethesda, while Bethesda Game Studios continues to lead Fallout.
Dune: Awakening Comes to Xbox and Game Pass With Solo Mode
Dune: Awakening is now on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass alongside a major update that adds full solo play and concludes Book…
Gears of War: E-Day Takes Over Hollywood and Vine for One Night
Xbox’s September 30 Los Angeles event offers early play for the first 500 guests, themed installations, food, prizes, and cosplay perks.