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Rockstar has officially announced that GTA 6 Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders begin June 25, 2026, with the game launching November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S for $79.99. There’s also a $99.99 Ultimate Edition, pre-order bonuses, a Vintage Vice City Pack, GTA+ benefits for digital pre-orders, and one very interesting detail: the physical version includes a download code in the box instead of a disc.

Valve finally revealed the Steam Machine price, and reservations are now open. The new SteamOS-powered living room PC starts at $1,049 for the 512GB model, with the 2TB version coming in at $1,349. Bundles with the Steam Controller cost even more.In this video, I break down the Steam Machine preorder/reservation system, the different price points, how Valve is handling the queue, and whether this thing makes sense compared to a PS5, Xbox Series X, PS5 Pro, Steam Deck, or just building your own gaming PC.

I sat down with the Obsidian team to talk about Grounded 2 coming to PlayStation 5, why the game made sense for Xbox’s multiplatform strategy, crossplay and cross-progression, the Into the Abyss update, and what the future of Grounded could look like.They also talked about what PlayStation players can expect on day one, why cooking might be one of the most slept-on systems in the game, and even floated ideas like a horror RPG from Obsidian.Grounded 2 comes to PS5 on August 11 alongside the Into the Abyss update.

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.

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 momentum Microsoft needs.This is not just about one studio. It is about how Xbox got here.

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, including restructuring or even spinning off the gaming business. So what does this mean for Xbox Game Studios, future exclusives, and the long-term future of Xbox?

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 the recent reports suggest, and why the Sony Interactive Entertainment restructuring from 2016 might be an interesting comparison point for where Xbox could go next.

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=1Become a member to support this channel!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgUOWrjLEhmHE9tqYtoeS_g/joinListen on Spotify https://t.co/T449YDTEX1(00:00) I'm Sorry(02:15) Xbox(10:19) Destiny 2(11:10) You Didn't See That(17:30) SGF Impressions(17:55) Tomb Raider(20:53) Everquest Legends(24:52) Aliens Fireteam Elite 2(28:35) Control Resonant(31:14) Games of the Show(33:05) Sarth's GOTS Phantom Blade 0(34:27) Destin's GOTS Blood Message(37:02) Empulse Mention(40:35) Valor Mortis Mention(42:48) Turok Origins(44:00) Upcoming Games We'll be Playing

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. Even on a powerful PC with settings maxed, I noticed what looked like aggressive level-of-detail changes or shimmering on certain textures during motion. It was distracting enough that I asked Halo Studios about it during the preview.Overall, Halo Campaign Evolved is striking the right balance between modernization and staying true to the original. Sprint, mouse and keyboard support, updated enemy behavior, and the expanded presentation all worked better for me than I expected. But I do hope the visual issue I noticed gets addressed before launch.Code/access provided by Xbox.

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 with months of rumors about a more PC-like Xbox future. So is this the next console generation, the end of traditional Xbox hardware, or the start of something completely different?Today I’m breaking down the announcement, the reaction, and what it could mean for Xbox fans.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fsjm9-kYdPs&t=19s

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 one of PlayStation's strongest showcases in years? Let's talk about it.#PlayStation #Wolverine #GodOfWarLaufey

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't really a story about logos. It's a story about identity.For years, Xbox showcases have ended with reminders that many of the games shown were also available on competing platforms. While some viewed that as transparency, others felt Xbox was unintentionally promoting PlayStation and Nintendo during its own events.

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 remake stacks up for new and returning players.And of course… we talk Bungie, Destiny, Marathon, and the choices that have fans scratching their heads.(00:00) 007 First Light(17:35) Assassin's Creed Talk(30:50) Destiny / Marathon talk