Mina the Hollower
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Shacknews hosts John Romero, Yacht Club Games, and Bohemia Interactive for Extra Life 2026
Shacknews is hosting a 24-hour Extra Life charity stream on November 7-8, 2026, to raise money for Children's Specialized Hospital. The event will feature appearances from developers like John Romero, Yacht Club Games, and Bohemia Interactive, playing a variety of games.
Phantom Blade Zero's Metacritic score beats out Onimusha and Nioh 3 as one of the top action games this year
Phantom Blade Zero has debuted with a Metacritic score of 88, positioning it as one of the year's top-rated action games and surpassing titles like Nioh 3 and Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The game received high praise, including four-and-a-half stars from GamesRadar+, for its smooth and engaging combat.
Evening Reading - October 22, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers a variety of topics including the availability of a documentary on Mina the Hollower, a breach at Capcom exposing millions of email addresses, and reviews for SteelSeries gaming mice and Nintendo Switch Sports. It also touches on business news from Tesla and Meta regarding AI investments, and highlights other internet content such as sports talk shows and music.
Evening Reading - October 19, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading highlights the release of a documentary on Mina the Hollower, reviews for Steam Frame and Stupid Never Dies, and a discussion about potential characters in the next Street Fighter movie. It also touches on immigration policy impacting Umamusume: Pretty Derby's US concert and Konami's president's views on AI in gaming.
How Castlevania influenced Mina the Hollower's combat design
Yacht Club Games designer Alec Faulkner explained how specific titles in the early Castlevania series directly influenced the combat design for their upcoming game, Mina the Hollower. The influence was detailed in a nearly three-hour documentary about the game's development.
Evening Reading - October 16, 2026
This week's gaming news roundup includes updates on Mina the Hollower, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and The Wolf Among Us Remastered. Legislation for player ownership was introduced, and new game maps are available. The article also touches on upcoming releases like Stranger Than Heaven and Hillthorn, and mentions the latest Jackbox Party Pack and Neva.
Mina the Hollower composer dedicates the bayou theme to his mother
Composer Jake Kaufman discussed the inspiration behind the bayou theme for the upcoming game Mina the Hollower. He revealed that the music was a tribute to his late mother, who was a fan of blues music. Kaufman learned to play the accordion specifically for this section of the soundtrack.
24 'Til Launch: The Making of Mina the Hollower documentary now available
Shacknews has released a new documentary titled '24 'Til Launch: The Making of Mina the Hollower,' offering an in-depth look at the development of Yacht Club Games' latest title. The documentary features interviews with over half a dozen developers discussing the game's six-year creation process, the studio's history, and overcoming rumors of financial trouble.
Evening Reading - October 15, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news, including the first playable demo for El Paso, Elsewhere 2, the launch trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, and an announcement for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Expansion Pass. Arc System Works has established a new Tokyo studio, and Sega has apologized for and delisted Total War: Shogun 2. The Long Dark: Iron Road DLC is set for release, and Activision Quality Assurance workers are voting to authorize a strike. The article also touches on gaming-related topics like Star Wars, reviews for Tales of Eternia Remastered and Tenebris Somnia, and early access for Poly Fighter.
Evening Reading - October 13, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers upcoming game releases like Mina the Hollower and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a review of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and news regarding F-Zero GX cheat codes and Capcom's Resident Evil remakes on Nintendo Switch. The article also touches on Epic Games' AI pivot, Apple's new home entertainment products, and the passing of FPS level designer Richard Gray.
Evening Reading - October 12, 2026
This Evening Reading from Shacknews rounds up recent gaming news and features, including previews for Mina the Hollower and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, reviews for Valor Mortis and Gears of War: E-Day, and discussions on the potential for a Scream video game adaptation and the impact of AI on the internet. The article also highlights Shacknews's commitment to human-created content and its staff.
24 ‘Til Launch: The Making of Mina the Hollower premieres this Friday
Shacknews announced that its documentary "24 ‘Til Launch: The Making of Mina the Hollower" will premiere on October 16. The nearly three-hour film chronicles the development of the game by Yacht Club Games, featuring interviews with over half a dozen developers.
Evening Reading - October 1, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers new additions to Street Fighter 6, reviews for Dragon Quest Heroes and End of Abyss, and a demo for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse. It also mentions AI upscaling for PlayStation 5, a new Fortnite item, and Creative Assembly's focus on atmosphere for Alien: Isolation 2. News includes Xbox stating it is not for sale and Grasshopper Manufacture separating from NetEase Games.
Mina the Hollower & Mouse: P.I. For Hire have come together in a squeaky-clean bundle
Yacht Club Games has announced new Steam bundles featuring popular indie titles. A bundle includes Mina the Hollower and Mouse: P.I. For Hire with a 15% discount, while other bundles pair Mina with Animal Well and Axiom Verge with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove.
The Witcher 3 is 2026’s highest rated video game thanks to remaster
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered has claimed the top spot as 2026's highest-rated game on Metacritic with an average score of 94, surpassing "Big Walk." This remaster, a free upgrade for owners of the original, has been praised for its refinements, though the article notes that ports and remasters can sometimes skew Metacritic's year-end rankings.
Shack Chat: Which developer would you like to see make a Konami game next?
Shacknews staff members discuss which developers they would like to see tackle Konami's classic franchises. Suggestions include Remedy Entertainment for Metal Gear, VS Studio for Bloody Roar, and Yacht Club Games for Contra, among others.
The Golden Joystick Awards will return on November 11 - with a new look
The 44th annual Golden Joystick Awards will take place on November 11, featuring a new look and an expanded voting process. Shortlists will be revealed on September 25, with public voting opening the same day. The awards celebrate games released over the past year, with Grand Theft Auto 6 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 among the titles mentioned.
Control Resonant Metacritic score places it higher than its predecessor, but it can't touch 2026's top 20 bangers like Resident Evil Requiem and Pokemon Pokopia
Control Resonant has received a Metacritic score of 84, slightly surpassing the original Control's 82. While some reviewers found it serviceable but lacking the tightness of its predecessor, others praised its interesting character and ambitious design. The game features impressive visuals and engaging combat mechanics, though it falls short of the year's highest-rated titles.
A remake of a 20-year-old cult JRPG is now the best-rated game of 2026, pushing aside Resident Evil Requiem, Pokemon…
A remake of the 20-year-old cult JRPG, Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter, has become the best-rated game of 2026, surpassing major releases like Resident Evil Requiem and Pokemon Pokopia. The game has achieved high scores on Metacritic and OpenCritic, highlighting the growing popularity of Nihon Falcom's Trails series.
2026 is the best year ever for video games and GTA 6 isn’t even out yet - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that 2026 will be the best year for video games, despite industry challenges, citing a packed release schedule including titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 and Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee Remastered. The author highlights numerous anticipated games across various genres and platforms, suggesting a peak in gaming quality.
