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Microsoft Files a Patent to Pause Games and Show Ads on Xbox
The patent describes a system that would pause a game after a boss fight, cutscene, or loading screen to show an ad, in exchange for extra uninterrupted playtime.
Gears of War: E-Day, a $400 Million Bet, Stays Xbox-Exclusive Despite Falling Hardware Sales
Launching October 6, Gears of War: E-Day reportedly cost over $400 million and won't come to PS5 or Switch 2. A risky bet for Xbox, whose hardware revenue keeps sinking quarter after quarter.
Xbox: 268 Layoffs, Halo Handed to Activision, Playground and Turn 10 Merge
Xbox confirmed on September 22 a fresh 268 layoffs and a full reshuffle of its studios: Halo, Rare and World's Edge move under Activision, Obsidian under Bethesda, Playground Games and Turn 10 merge into one studio. Ninja Theory and Arkane Studios still face outright closure.
Dune: Awakening Launches on PS5 Tomorrow With Single-Player Mode: 71 Trophies to Chase
Released on PC in 2025 as a multiplayer-focused survival game, Dune: Awakening lands on PS5 and Xbox on September 22 with a full single-player mode for the first time. 71 trophies on the list, and nobody's popped the Platinum yet.
Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown DLC Launches October 15, Still No Trophy Details
Announced at the September 3 State of Play, Charting the Unknown sends Kliff beyond Pywel's shores for naval combat, underwater exploration, and new mechs. Launching October 15, but still no confirmed trophies.
Kojima Productions leaves PlayStation: Physint becomes an Xbox exclusive
Sony is ending its partnership with Kojima Productions on Physint, which moves to Xbox. A look at the split, and the Kojima games you can already platinum on Pathline.
Ghost of Yotei Complete Edition Launches October 1: New Trophies Confirmed, Platinum Impact Still Unknown
PlayStation confirmed two new pieces of content for Ghost of Yotei on October 1, with new trophies included. Here's what we know, and what we don't yet, about the impact on your Platinum.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered Launches Free on September 29, Your Platinum Stays Untouched
The Witcher 3 remaster arrives September 29, 2026, free, with Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine included for everyone. Good news for trophy hunters: the trophy list doesn't change at all.
The 8 Longest and Hardest PS5 Platinum Trophies to Get
Eight PS5 Platinum trophies that demand serious time, serious skill, or both, for trophy hunters who aren't looking for an easy ride.
The 8 Easiest PS5 Platinum Trophies to Get in 2026
Eight verified PS5 Platinums with little to no missable trophies — perfect for padding your collection without a 100-hour grind.