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I sat down with the Fallout 76 team to talk about the state of the game, the latest Infestations update, crossplay and cross-progression requests, the impact of the Fallout TV show, and what’s next for Appalachia. They also discussed native PS5, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X|S builds, console optimizations, and a new pet companion system that will let camp pets follow you around the wasteland, fight alon...

Bungie may be facing another brutal round of layoffs, with one report claiming PlayStation could cut at least 50% of the studio this summer. After Destiny 2’s final major update, no active Destiny 3, Marathon pressure, and Sony’s huge Bungie impairment loss, this feels like more than just another layoff story. It feels like the next stage of PlayStation’s live-service fallout.

I sat down with members of The Elder Scrolls Online team to talk about the future of ESO, including cross-play, player feedback, harder overland difficulty, dynamic encounters, solo dungeons, and how the team is thinking about the game’s long-term future. They confirmed cross-play is actively being worked on, discussed why ESO is moving away from the old chapter model, and explained how player fee...

Ninja Theory was reportedly already set for closure when Senua was revealed, adding another complicated layer to the reaction around Xbox, its studios, and the future of Microsoft Gaming. In this video, I break down the Ninja Theory report, the reaction from developers and fans, and the bigger issue Xbox keeps running into: a long stretch of game launches that have struggled to generate the moment...

New reports say Xbox studios are bracing for closures, layoffs, and major changes across Microsoft’s gaming division. After the Xbox Games Showcase promised a huge future for the platform, fans now have a very different question: how many of those studios and projects will actually survive? This video breaks down the latest reports, what may be happening behind the scenes, and why Xbox fans should...

Xbox is facing another brutal wave of bad news. Reports say Compulsion Games, the studio behind South of Midnight and We Happy Few, could be shut down or is in negotiations with Microsoft over its future. At the same time, Xbox Game Studios boss Craig Duncan is stepping down after just over 18 months in the role. This comes after recent reports that Microsoft has considered major options for Xbox,...

Diablo Immortal has always had one major criticism: pay-to-win. So when I had the chance to speak with Blizzard about the new Warlock class, I asked directly how the team thinks about PvP, monetization, and whether players can jump in without feeling instantly outmatched. We also talked about the future of Diablo Immortal, what the game offers that Diablo 2, Diablo 3, and Diablo 4 don’t, and wheth...

Satya Nadella’s latest comments about Xbox raise some serious questions about Microsoft’s gaming business. After reports that Microsoft has considered spinning Xbox into its own subsidiary, fast-tracking Fallout and Elder Scrolls, and resetting the business around sustainability, it feels like we may be watching a major turning point for Xbox. In this video, I break down what Nadella said, what th...

A new report says Microsoft has not ruled out major options for Xbox, including restructuring the gaming unit, making it a wholly owned subsidiary, creating a joint venture, or potentially spinning it out in the future. The report also claims Microsoft leadership has approved a plan to spend more on major franchises like Halo, Fallout, and Elder Scrolls, as Xbox looks for a stronger path forward....

This week on Game Chat, we break down our favorite games from Summer Game Fest 2026 and pick our personal Game of Show. Before that, we run through some of the biggest news up top, including the major reveals, surprises, and trends coming out of SGF, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and the rest of a packed showcase week. Subscribe Here! https://www.youtube.com/c/thedestinchannel?sub_confirmation=1 Be...

Xbox is entering what leadership is calling a major reset, and the big question now is simple: how bad is this going to get? After Ubisoft moved to close studios in Winnipeg and Belgrade with hundreds of jobs expected to be affected, Bungie’s future remains uncertain following Destiny 2’s final major update, and Xbox is reportedly preparing for major layoffs after Microsoft’s fiscal year ends. In...

I played a few missions of Halo Campaign Evolved, and so far it feels like a true love letter to the original Halo: Combat Evolved. The visuals are stunning, the gameplay still has that classic Halo rhythm, and the added character moments, skulls, terminals, campaign remix mode, and bonus missions all have me excited. That said, there was one graphical issue that really stood out during my preview...

Xbox needed a win, and the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 may have delivered exactly that. After months of uncertainty around the future of Xbox, exclusives, hardware, Game Pass, and Microsoft’s broader strategy, this showcase brought the focus back to games. In this video, I react to the biggest announcements from the Xbox Games Showcase and Gears of War: E-Day Direct, including Gears of War: E-Day, Fa...

Microsoft has finally given fans a clearer look at the future of Xbox. The company announced a major multi-year partnership with AMD to power its next generation of Xbox devices, including future consoles, handhelds, cloud hardware, and more. But the bigger story is what Xbox is actually becoming. Microsoft says the next Xbox experience won’t be locked to one device or one store, which lines up wi...

God of War: Laufey sparked a huge reaction online. Some fans love the new direction while others aren't convinced. After digging into the theories surrounding Phranque, Rue, and the mysterious sword, I'm starting to think there may be more going on here than we initially realized. In this video I break down the biggest fan theories, the criticism surrounding the reveal, why the headline ca...

PlayStation's June 2026 State of Play delivered a huge look at Marvel's Wolverine, our first gameplay reveal for God of War: Laufey, updates on Until Dawn 2, Silent Hill: Townfall, Marathon, and more. We break down the biggest announcements, share our reactions to Wolverine's brutal gameplay, and discuss the surprisingly controversial reaction surrounding God of War: Laufey. Was this o...

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has officially been revealed, and Activision finally gave us our first real look at what's next for the franchise. In this video, I react to the announcement trailer, break down the biggest moments, and share my honest thoughts on what stood out. From the return of familiar faces to the scale of the campaign, multiplayer teases, and where this game fits into the...

Xbox may finally be changing one of the most controversial parts of its showcases. After years of criticism from fans, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma acknowledged that prominently displaying PlayStation and Nintendo logos during Xbox presentations was "a miss." The comments come as Microsoft continues to evolve its multiplatform strategy while also trying to strengthen the Xbox brand. This isn&#39...

Xbox leadership is signaling that more difficult decisions may be ahead as Microsoft continues to evaluate its gaming business. Between Game Pass growth expectations, hardware strategy, first-party investments, and an increasingly competitive market, Xbox appears to be entering another critical phase. In this video, we break down the latest comments, what they could mean for Xbox players, and why...

Is 007 First Light actually the best James Bond game we’ve had in years? This week on Game Chat, we break down our early reactions to IO Interactive’s 007 First Light, including why the game’s combat, performances, music, and Bond atmosphere have us seriously impressed. But that’s not all. We also dive into Assassin’s Creed Black Flag impressions, including what works, what doesn’t, and how the re...

Jason Schreier’s first video on Bungie, Destiny 2, Marathon, and Sony has sparked major conversations across the Destiny / Bungie community. In this video, I react to his take and share my honest thoughts on where Bungie stands right now, what this means for Destiny players, and why Marathon’s development situation matters far beyond a single game launch. What do you think happens next for Bungie?...

James Bond is back. After rolling credits on 007 First Light, I can say IO Interactive absolutely understands what makes Bond work. The story, characters, locations, gadgets, and explosive action moments all feel ripped straight from a classic Bond film. But there’s one major thing players need to know before jumping in. 007 First Light is a slower burn than the trailers suggest. Missions lean hea...

Nintendo may be setting the stage for something big. A new Bloomberg report says the company is pushing to beat its own conservative Switch 2 sales forecast by roughly 20%, suggesting confidence in a stronger second half lineup than previously expected. Nintendo’s official financial guidance had already framed expectations conservatively, which has fans asking the obvious question: what games are...

PlayStation just confirmed a massive new State of Play for June 2 with over an hour of announcements, gameplay reveals, and a fresh look at Marvel’s Wolverine from Insomniac Games. That alone is enough to get me hyped. Sony explicitly says Wolverine will kick off the show. But beyond Wolverine? There’s growing speculation around Fairgame$, PlayStation’s live-service multiplayer bet, and I’m just n...

Microsoft launched XBOX Player Voice, a new public feedback platform designed to let players submit ideas, vote on requests, and track official responses from the Xbox team. But almost immediately, the loudest message from the community became clear: bring back Xbox exclusives. In this video, we break down Microsoft’s new feedback strategy, what Xbox boss Asha Sharma is signaling, and why longtime...