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ShackStream: Snow Brothers on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 737
The Stevetendo Show is celebrating host Steve's 39th birthday with a stream of the game Snow Brothers, specifically the digital Limited Run version. The stream will also feature birthday memories and cake, and will be broadcast on the Shacknews Twitch channel. Future streams include The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Splatoon: Raiders, with Super Mario Sunshine also being added to the Nintendo Switch Online service.
Weekend Discussion - August 9, 2026
This Weekend Discussion article from Shacknews covers various topics including a mention of a remake for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, updates for Ghost Recon Wildlands, and a review of Chop Chop Inc. It also features a list of songs the author is listening to and mentions actor Sam Neill's final role in a Zelda movie. The article concludes with a call to subscribe to Shackpass and engage in the Shacknews Chatty comment thread.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Aug. 7: Steam Cyberpunk Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Cyberpunk Fest featuring discounts on titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Deus Ex games. Several storefronts like Epic Games Store, GOG.com, and Humble Bundle are also offering significant sales on various games, with some titles available for free. Additionally, Ubisoft is celebrating 25 years of Ghost Recon with deep discounts and a free trial for Ghost Recon Wildlands.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 208 - Ugoku Sushi Bar
Shacknews is previewing Ugoku Sushi Bar, a simulation game from Rogue Duck Interactive where players manage a conveyor belt sushi restaurant in a small town. The game, released on July 29 and available on Steam, involves gathering ingredients, customizing the restaurant, learning recipes, and serving customers. The preview was streamed live on Shacknews's various platforms.
Weekend Discussion - August 2, 2026
This Weekend Discussion post from Shacknews reflects on various topics including a potential Ocarina of Time remake, strategies for Surviving Mars, the value of physical media, and music recommendations. It also highlights recent Shacknews articles covering Gears of War: E-Day, Blue Reflection Quartet, and Silent Hill: Townfall.
Weekend Discussion - August 1, 2026
This weekend discussion article from Shacknews covers various topics including movies like Attack of the Killer Tomatoes and wrestling news about Rey Mysterio. It also touches on the author's personal gaming history, including work at THQ and Activision on the Guitar Hero series, and expresses a preference for platformers, puzzle games, shooters, RPGs, and games with strong narratives. The article encourages reader engagement through their comment thread and Discord server.
Evening Reading - July 30, 2026
This article is a news roundup from Shacknews for July 30, 2026, featuring updates on various games including Silent Hill: Townfall, Battlefield 6, and Gears of War: E-Day. It also touches on business news such as EA CEO Andrew Wilson's compensation and SK Hynix's earnings, alongside mentions of Atari's World Championships and the use of AI in content creation.
This Week in Switch 2 - Splatoon Raiders review scores, Nintendo Store Tokyo & Pokemon Unite news
This Week in Switch 2 covers recent gaming news, including a review of Splatoon Raiders and updates from the Nintendo Store Tokyo and Pokemon Unite. The podcast also features discussions on the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, games, and operating system, with staff sharing their impressions and opinions.
ShackStream: Road 96 on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 733
The Stevetendo Show will feature a playthrough of Road 96 as part of its Shacker's Choice night, where viewers can select games using Twitch chat points. The stream will also continue playthroughs of Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, with a new game to be chosen following the completion of Wario Land. The show airs on the Shacknews Twitch channel on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
Evening Reading - July 28, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading from July 28, 2026, covers several gaming news items including an apology from Xbox's CTO for outages, a release date for Nioh 3: Hell Rising DLC Vol. 1, and Atari's partnership for the 2026 Atari World Championships. It also touches on the end of the Marvel Tokon beta, layoffs at Double Fine Productions, and Guillermo del Toro's stance against AI in creative work.
Weekend Discussion - July 26, 2026
This Weekend Discussion article from Shacknews covers various topics including potential remakes of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, a desire for more original Xbox titles, and the introduction of new handheld gaming devices. It also features discussions on Halo maps, music, and updates on games like Nintendo Switch Sports Resort and Street Fighter 6.
Weekend Discussion - July 25, 2026
This weekend discussion post from Shacknews covers various topics including wrestling star Rey Mysterio's upcoming series, a look at language policing, and a retrospective on Contra: Hard Corps. It also features music from Latto and encourages reader engagement through comments and Discord.
LeBron James signs to Philly & The Odyssey breakdown - Shack Central Ep. 14
This episode of Shack Central covers a variety of pop culture topics, including a review of The Odyssey and discussions on Avengers: Doomsday and SDCC news. It also touches on NBA free agency, with a mention of LeBron James signing with the 76ers.
ShackStream: Storming the beaches in Battlefield 6 Season 4
Battlefield 6's fourth season, Pacific Front, has launched, introducing a new island map and naval vehicles. The season's content includes opportunities to pilot two new boats and explore the Tsuru Reef map. The article also mentions a live stream event on the Shacknews Twitch channel to showcase the new content.
Weekend Discussion - July 18, 2026
This weekend discussion covers various topics including the return of Crash Bandicoot, Jon Bernthal's career, and the difficulty in finding the television show The Secret World of Alex Mack. The article also touches on Marcello Hernandez's hosting gig and Flea's music.
Evening Reading - July 16, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various industry news, including layoffs at ZeniMax Online Studios, the Call of Duty League Championship, and NVIDIA's expansion into Japan. It also features reviews for Denshattack! and Buc-ee's, a look back at Two Point Studios' decade, and mentions of Netflix's earnings and Hasbro's deal with Nintendo for Legend of Zelda toys. The article also highlights rotoscoping in indie game development and includes a personal reflection from CEO Asif Khan.
F-Zero 99 Festival Event - Dealer's Choice Season Finale
Shacknews will host a final stream for the Dealer's Choice season finale, featuring the game F-Zero 99 during its Festival Event. The stream is scheduled for Sunday at 5:00 p.m. PT/8:00 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on Shacknews' Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and X accounts. The article also includes a brief bio of Shacknews CEO Asif Khan.
Evening Reading - July 14, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading from Shacknews covers various gaming industry updates, including pre-order guides for Halo: Campaign Evolved and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves DLC. It also reports on Ubisoft Barcelona developer strikes over layoffs, a delay for the PlayStation FlexStrike Fight Stick, and the retirement of Dead Space creator Glen Schofield. Additionally, the article touches on non-gaming news regarding data centers and healthcare.
Evening Reading - July 13, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming news items including QuakeCon 2026, Games Done Quick, and updates on games like Palworld and Soulframe. It also touches on the revival of the Turok franchise and mentions the cancellation of an SNK-sponsored stream due to ownership concerns.
Weekend Discussion - July 12, 2026
This Weekend Discussion post from Shacknews reflects on various topics including playing Dark Souls 3, a new Bismuth documentary, and the Dune franchise. It also highlights Shacknews articles from the week, such as coverage of QuakeCon 2026, Games Done Quick, and Warframe's future. The post encourages reader engagement in the Shacknews Chatty comment thread.