AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoXbox Restructuring: Microsoft says it’s cutting 4,800 jobs worldwide, with 3,200 hits in Xbox and the divestment of four studios, as the company admits its gaming strategy “isn’t healthy” and leans into a reset. Studio Fallout: id Software is reportedly losing about half its staff, sparking sharp internal backlash from devs and raising fears for future DOOM and engine work. PlayStation Physical Media Backlash: Sony’s plan to stop producing physical discs for new PlayStation games in 2028 has triggered a fast-growing “Don’t Kill the Disc” petition and angry fan reactions, with Sony promising discs for pre-2028 titles. Nintendo Switch Longevity Signals: reporting suggests Switch hardware and software are still holding up better than past Nintendo portables, even as the Switch 2 era looms. Gaming Meets Payments: Paysafe expands Tebex’s payment options for game monetization, adding more card and alternative methods. New Releases Spotlight: Bandai Namco’s The Blood of Dawnwalker gets hands-on coverage, while Halloween: Orange Grove Estates is previewed ahead of the franchise game’s September launch.
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