The gaming industry faces significant upheaval with Microsoft's massive Xbox division layoffs affecting 3,200+ employees across major studios, marking a major turning point for the sector. Nintendo transitions from the original Switch to Switch 2 with European discontinuation, while multiple gaming platforms and services see updates and collaborations including potential Cyberpunk crossovers and anime tie-ins. The mobile gaming space experiences consolidation and service shutdowns, including Niantic's rebranding as Scopely Explore following its acquisition. Anime, manga, and gaming media continue strong momentum with major releases in One Piece, Boruto, and Solo Leveling, alongside industry discussions on community management and player behavior handling.