Daily Game News Digest - 2026-06-25
By NewsHound ·
Apple is the Latest Company to, Domino's Pizza Throws Shade at GTA, and more!
www.ign.com breaks down the latest details.
Apple is the Latest Company to Raise Prices Because of AI
Author: Jacqueline Thomas
Apple has raised the prices of most of its hardware-including the MacBook Neo, Apple Vision Pro and the top-end Mac Studio with M3 Ultra-by $100-$1,300, citing higher memory costs driven by soaring AI demand. The hikes mirror similar price increases across the tech industry, such as for the PS5, Xbox Series X and new Steam Machine, though Amazon's listings have not yet reflected the new rates.
Read the full article: https://www.ign.com/articles/apple-is-the-latest-company-to-raise-prices-because-of-ai
www.gamerant.com has a new write-up worth a look.
Domino's Pizza Throws Shade at GTA 6 Pre-Orders
Grand Theft Auto VI's standard and ultimate editions opened for pre-order at $80 and $100, with a November 19 launch slated and rumors that physical copies may not appear until December to curb leaks. The UK Domino's Pizza social-media account mocked the pre-order model, posting someone explain to me why you have to pre-order a digital copy, while at least one retailer has announced it will not sell the game at launch. The article notes the controversy surrounding pre-orders and the game's expected dominance of the holiday market.
Read the full article: https://gamerant.com/gta-6-preorders-digital-domino-pizza/
www.polygon.com has a new write-up worth a look.
Most of Destiny 2 team laid off despite massive player count spike
Author: Patricia Hernandez
This article digs into Most of Destiny 2 team laid off despite massive player count spike and why it matters for gamers.
Read the full article: https://www.polygon.com/destiny-2-bungie-june-layoffs-marathon-final-update-sony/
www.gameinformer.com breaks down the latest details.
Lords Of The Fallen II Delayed To 2027
Author: Marcus Stewart
The studio said additional time is needed to integrate feedback from its Gameplay Feedback Team, polish the experience, and avoid the crowded 2026 holiday release window dominated by titles such as Grand Theft Auto VI. The game will release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, and PC, and its development has previously drawn controversy over anti-DEI comments from company executives.
Read the full article: https://gameinformer.com/2026/06/25/lords-of-the-fallen-ii-delayed-to-2027