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F-Zero 99 Festival Event - Dealer's Choice
Shacknews will be streaming F-Zero 99 tonight at 5:00 p.m. PT/8:00 p.m. ET as part of the ongoing Festival Event. The stream will be available on Shacknews' Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and X accounts. The article also includes a brief bio of Shacknews CEO Asif Khan.
Evening Reading - July 30, 2026
This article rounds up various gaming news items from July 30, 2026. Highlights include a live-action Persona adaptation for Netflix, a fall 2026 release window for Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2, and SECI Interactive warning of staffing decisions after Microsoft pulled out of publishing Project Fantasy. It also touches on esports events like EVO 2026 for 2XKO and mentions updates for games like Battlefield 6 and Turok: Origin.
Watch Shacknews E4 2026 here
Shacknews will host its E4 2026 Showcase on June 30, 2026, featuring exclusive summer coverage from its editorial and video teams. The event will be streamed on Shacknews' Twitch, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube channels. The company emphasizes its commitment to original content and prohibits the use of its material for AI training.
The death of transparency - Game Trader Live with Asif Khan - June 30, 2026
Game Trader Live, hosted by Asif Khan, returned for its sixth episode of 2026 on Shacknews Twitch, discussing stock market trends. The educational program aims to teach viewers about investing and trading individual stocks. Asif Khan, CEO of Shacknews, shared his background in journalism, finance, and his personal investment philosophy.
Star Fox - Dealer's Choice
Shacknews CEO Asif Khan will be streaming Star Fox and Star Fox 64 on the Nintendo Switch as part of his weekly show, Dealer's Choice. The stream will take place today at 5:00 p.m. PT/8:00 p.m. ET on Shacknews' Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and X accounts. Khan also mentioned a Star Fox review.
This Week in Switch 2 - Steam Machine price reaction, Star Fox review, and AI ruins everything again
This Week in Switch 2 covers reactions to the Steam Machine's price, a review of Star Fox, and general Nintendo news. The podcast also addresses the use of AI in content creation, with Shacknews staff confirming they do not use generative AI. CEO Asif Khan also shared his background and love for Nintendo.
Fichina Mission Accomplished - Star Fox
This guide for Star Fox details how to achieve the 'Fichina Mission Accomplished' objective, which requires defeating the Star Wolf team within a time limit. Successfully completing this task unlocks an alternate path in the game. The guide emphasizes speed and efficiency in taking down enemies before a bomb detonates.
Evening Reading - June 24, 2026
Shacknews presents its Evening Reading for June 24, 2026, featuring a review of Star Fox, an analysis of Destiny 2's decline, and details on Grand Theft Auto 6's pricing and lack of physical discs. The roundup also includes news on John Carmack's thoughts on Quake, a report of DayZ 2 development, and Micron's financial results.
What are the Grand Theft Auto 6 exclusive-single player shops?
Rockstar Games has revealed that the Ultimate Edition of Grand Theft Auto 6 will include five exclusive single-player shops: Rideout Customs (mod shop), Sara's Unisex Salon (hair salon), Stock 305 (clothing store), Electric Fang Tattoo (tattoo shop), and One-Eyed Willie's (mod shop). These exclusive items are only available with the $99.99 Ultimate Edition, compared to the $79.99 Standard Edition.
Evening Reading - June 22, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming news and features. It includes reviews for The Adventures of Elliot and UFC 6, a preview of Rhythm Heaven Groove, and updates on Sega's new titles, Steam Machine components, and a potential Sea of Thieves live-action movie. The article also touches on Final Fantasy 7 Remake director's desire for original projects and the possibility of custom Steam Machines with an updated SteamOS.
Evening Reading - June 19, 2026
Shacknews is observing Juneteenth and will return on Monday, with their next Evening Reading on June 22. The site highlights their Shackmaps feature for game maps, weekend download deals for PC and consoles, and upcoming Games Done Quick events. The article also mentions a new LEGO Batman game and a video game music feature.
Evening Reading - June 18, 2026
Shacknews' Evening Reading for June 18, 2026, highlights that Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders will begin on June 25th with the cover art revealed. The article also touches on reviews for The Adventures of Elliot and UFC 6, new Pokémon content, Apple's price increases, Epic Games' use of AI in Unreal Engine, and various other internet curiosities including custom game art and mods.
007 First Light - Dealer's Choice
Shacknews announced its weekly stream show, Dealer's Choice, will feature a playthrough of 007 First Light on PC. The stream is scheduled for today at 6:30 p.m. PT/9:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on Shacknews' Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and X accounts. Asif Khan, CEO and EIC of Shacknews, is also mentioned as a significant figure in the company's history and operations.
This Week in Switch 2 - Rhythm Heaven Groove preview, Xbox falls & Kingdom Hearts or Kingdom Farts
This Week in Switch 2 covers recent gaming news including a preview of Rhythm Heaven Groove, discussions on The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 4K Remake, and the perceived fall of the Xbox brand. The episode also features a Kingdom Hearts trivia game and mentions free interactive maps for other games.
The Knicks are NBA champs, Spider-Man trailer reaction - Shack Central Ep. 11
Shack Central Episode 11 discusses the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship and reacts to the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer. The hosts also engage with viewers on their favorite NBA Finals runs and confirm that Shacknews staff do not use generative AI in their content.
Oxygen SR3 PvE and PvP god rolls - Destiny 2
This guide details the optimal PvE and PvP "god rolls" for the Oxygen SR3 Scout Rifle in Destiny 2. It provides specific perk recommendations for both modes, highlighting its strengths in PvE with healing and damage capabilities, while acknowledging its limitations in PvP compared to other weapons. The article also explains how to acquire the Oxygen SR3 through Vanguard activities and Zavala's focused decoding.
Evening Reading - June 15, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming topics, including discussions on Destiny 2 and the potential for Destiny 3, new indie game previews like Rhythm Heaven Groove and Grave Seasons, and a look back at cut content from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The article also highlights Shacknews's commitment to original content and its merchandise.
Weekend Discussion - June 14, 2026
This Weekend Discussion from Shacknews covers various topics including a rumored Zelda remake, the excitement for Grand Theft Auto 6, and reflections on Destiny 2's Day One raids. Sam Chandler, Head of Guides, is highlighted for his work.
Weekend Discussion - June 13, 2026
This weekend discussion covers various topics including Super Mario World and Super Mario Bros. 2 hacks, a critique of a sports apparel company, and a "Pitch Meeting" segment on a Star Wars property. The article also features a musical recommendation from The Linda Lindas and mentions Shacknews' policy against using generative AI in its content. Staff writer Ozzie Mejia shares his background in gaming and his preferred genres.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
