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This Week in Switch 2 - Explosive Diarrhea, OLED rumors & The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
This Week in Switch 2 covers a range of topics including a public health crisis in the United States and discussions about the gaming industry. The episode features updates on F-Zero 99 achievements and a playthrough of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The podcast also touches on previews for Splatoon Raiders and mentions interactive maps for other games.
Fighting Style Splatfest start & end time, rewards - Splatoon 3
Splatoon 3 is hosting a Fighting Style Splatfest, a crossover event with Splatoon Raiders, where players choose between Speed, Power, or Tactics. The event runs for 48 hours starting July 10th and offers rewards like Super Sea Snails based on player performance and catalog level. This Splatfest introduces a new Tank mechanic inspired by Splatoon Raiders.
Evening Reading - July 9, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming news and features, including reviews for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag and Digimon Story, discussions on 2XKO and Guilty Gear Strive, and mentions of Microsoft's potential new Quake game. It also touches on industry layoffs and includes personal anecdotes and internet content.
F-Zero 99's soundtrack has been added to Nintendo Music
The original soundtrack for F-Zero 99 is now available on the Nintendo Music app for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. While Nintendo of America announced 44 songs, only 27 are currently playable, with Special Event themes notably absent. The addition of the soundtrack was announced via Nintendo of America's social media.
F-Zero 99 Festival Event continues - Dealer's Choice
Shacknews staff will be streaming F-Zero 99 tonight at 5:00 p.m. PT/8:00 p.m. ET as the Festival Event continues. The stream will be available on the Shacknews Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and X accounts. Asif Khan, CEO of Shacknews, will be participating in the event.
This Week in Switch 2 - PlayStation's physical media fiasco, Xbox layoffs & Nintendo's annual report
This Week in Switch 2 covers recent Nintendo news, PlayStation's announcement regarding physical media, and significant layoffs at Microsoft's Xbox division. The article also mentions a preview for Splatoon Raiders and free interactive maps for other games.
Evening Reading - July 2, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various game reviews and updates, including Rhythm Heaven Groove and Doom: The Dark Ages. It also highlights industry news such as PlayStation ending physical disc production in January 2028, Godot banning generative AI code, and Krafton paying bonuses while CEO Ted Gill resigns. The article also features internet curiosities and memes.
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.
This Week in Switch 2 - Falco Lombardi's Splatoon Raiders preview with guest host Fox McCloud
This Week in Switch 2 features a special episode with Falco Lombardi and guest host Fox McCloud discussing the Splatoon Raiders preview and recent Nintendo news. The podcast also touches on the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware and its operating system, with plans to continue coverage into 2026.
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.
Evening Reading - June 25, 2026
This article is a collection of various news items from June 25, 2026, including layoffs at Bungie, OpenAI's GPT-5.6 access policy, price increases for Xbox consoles and Apple products, and details about EVO 2026. It also touches on the perceived decline of Destiny 2 and mentions the CEO of Shacknews, Asif Khan.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Dealer's Choice
Shacknews CEO Asif Khan will be streaming The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on the company's Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and X channels. The stream will also feature discussions about the Ocarina of Time Remake announcement and is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. PT/8:00 p.m. ET.
