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Evening Reading - June 11, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various game news, including speculation about Destiny 3, reviews for titles like The 7th Guest Remake and Alien: Isolation 2, and a discussion on whether Grand Theft Auto 6 or The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake would be played first. It also highlights Famitsu's 40th anniversary and lists all games that have received its perfect 40/40 review score. The article also touches on non-gaming news such as SpaceX, Elon Musk, and the NBA Finals.
GTA 5 Joins A Subscription Ahead Of GTA 6 Launch
Grand Theft Auto 5 is now available on Rockstar's GTA+ subscription service ahead of Grand Theft Auto 6's launch. The service, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC for $8 per month, includes access to a library of games, monthly in-game currency, and other perks for GTA Online. Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release on November 19.
$80 Games Are Already Here
The video game market is already seeing $80 games, with Nintendo leading the charge on titles like Mario Kart World and upcoming Switch 2 releases. This trend is fueled by rising development costs and inflation, with analysts predicting more publishers will adopt higher price points. While some companies like Sony and Microsoft have maintained $70 prices, others like Take-Two Interactive have successfully implemented price hikes, suggesting $80 could become the new standard for AAA games.
Why So Many Great Games Hide a Casino Inside
In-game casinos have become a popular and reliable side activity in many video games, offering players a way to engage with simulated gambling using virtual currency. This trend is driven by factors such as pacing, depth, atmosphere, and the thrill of risk-free betting, while also helping developers avoid legal complexities associated with real-money transactions. The success of features like the Diamond Casino in Grand Theft Auto V suggests this trend will continue in future open-world and RPG titles.
GTA 6 Release Date: Everything We Know So Far
Rockstar Games has announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The game will feature a criminal couple, Lucia and Jason, as protagonists in the state of Leonida, which includes a modern take on Vice City. The article also touches on the game's ambitious scope, potential for a GTA Online component, and its significant anticipation within the industry.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026 – Nintendo Switch 2 gives Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth a big boost
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026, shows Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth re-entering the top ten at number four following its release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Other titles like Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World also charted within the top ten.
If you've ever wanted to play Geoguessr with a narrative twist, Locator: The Search for Abigail is what you've…
Locator: The Search for Abigail is a Geoguessr-inspired detective game where players search for a missing archaeologist on an alien planet. The game, developed by Empty Exhibit and published by Playstack, features a narrative twist on location-based guessing mechanics and was recently shown at the PC Gaming Show with updated visuals.
I thought text-only Grand Theft Auto roleplay sounded too intimidating—but GTA World is showing me why players are…
This article explores the appeal of text-only Grand Theft Auto roleplay servers, specifically GTA World, contrasting them with faster-paced, voice-based servers like FiveM. The author, initially intimidated by the seriousness of text-based RP, finds it offers more thoughtful, precise, and longer-form storytelling with genuine consequences, leading to more immersive and endearing experiences.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: May 2026’s top downloads
PlayStation Store has revealed the top downloaded games for May 2026 across PS5, PS4, and PS VR2. In Asia, '007 First Light' led the PS5 charts, while 'NTE: Neverness to Everness' topped the Free to Play charts.
SteamOS 3.8.7 Beta brings improvements for Intel handhelds, audio popping and other fixes
Valve has released SteamOS 3.8.7 Beta, introducing significant improvements for upcoming Intel handhelds and addressing various system issues. Key fixes include resolving GPU crashes for Grand Theft Auto V, eliminating audio popping, and improving Bluetooth functionality on certain Intel handhelds. The update also adds initial firmware support for new Intel-based devices and enhances UI behavior for low battery situations.
Evening Legal Briefs
A perpetrator involved in swatting incidents targeting a Grand Theft Auto 5 star has been sentenced to four years in prison. The article also briefly mentions Elon Musk's involvement in other news.
GTA San Andreas devs "regretted" adding stealth, Rockstar veteran says: "We ended up stretching ourselves…
Former Rockstar technical director Obbe Vermeij stated that the development team regretted the inclusion of stealth mechanics in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, feeling it stretched the team too thin. Vermeij indicated that stealth was not pursued in Grand Theft Auto IV due to this regret, though experiments may have occurred. He also noted that Grand Theft Auto V did incorporate some stealth elements.
GTA 5 Michael actor says person who sent a swat team to his home will be jailed for 4 years: "Won't be…
Ned Luke, the voice actor for Michael in Grand Theft Auto V, is celebrating the sentencing of an individual who swatted him twice while he was livestreaming Grand Theft Auto Online. The perpetrator will serve four years in prison for the dangerous practice. The article also briefly mentions analyst estimates for Grand Theft Auto V sales on PlayStation 5 in 2026.
GTA 5 is still selling millions a year, letting Rockstar do whatever it wants with GTA 6: analyst estimates 1.8 million…
Grand Theft Auto 5 continues to sell millions of copies annually, with an estimated 1.8 million units sold on PlayStation 5 in May alone, according to Alinea. This sustained success, alongside significant revenue from Grand Theft Auto Online microtransactions, provides Rockstar Games with the financial freedom to focus on delivering a high-quality Grand Theft Auto 6.
James Bond Tops Another Chart, 007 First Light Was the Best-Selling Game on PS Store in May
007 First Light was the best-selling game on the PlayStation Store across USA, Canada, and Europe in May. Despite being available for only five days, the James Bond origin story from IO Interactive topped the charts for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight followed in second place.
PlayStation Store: May 2026’s top downloads
The PlayStation Store has revealed the top downloaded games for May 2026 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2. "007 First Light" led the charts in both US/Canada and EU for PS5, while "I Am Cat" dominated the PS VR2 charts. The lists also feature popular titles like "Grand Theft Auto V," "Minecraft," and various free-to-play games such as "Fortnite" and "Roblox."
GTA 5 Actor Ned Luke Celebrates as Swatting Perpetrator Sentenced to 4 Years
Grand Theft Auto 5 actor Ned Luke has expressed his satisfaction following the sentencing of an individual responsible for swatting incidents. The perpetrator has been sentenced to four years in prison for their actions.
UK Charts: 007 First Light Leaves The Competition Shaken
007 First Light debuted at number one on the UK physical sales charts, pushing LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight to second place. Several other titles saw significant movement, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream falling out of the top 40 entirely.
What songs do you want to see on Grand Theft Auto 6's radio stations?
This article discusses the importance of radio station soundtracks in the Grand Theft Auto series, highlighting Rockstar Games' skill in musical curation. It speculates on potential song inclusions for Grand Theft Auto 6, set in a modern-day Vice City, and invites readers to share their own wishlist of artists and tracks.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream was April 2026's best-selling game in the US
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream was the best-selling game in the US in April 2026, generating over $41 million. Pragmata and Crimson Desert followed in second and third place, respectively. The report also noted growth in console and subscription spending, with Fortnite leading in monthly players.
