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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.
Evening Reading - July 6, 2026
The video game industry is facing significant challenges, with Microsoft confirming mass layoffs that will lead to Double Fine Productions and Compulsion Games becoming independent. Xbox has appointed Helen Chiang, head of Mojang Studios, as its first Chief Operating Officer. Additionally, Nintendo plans to discontinue original Switch consoles in Europe in 2027, while Microsoft is being sued in Wisconsin over data center practices.
Weekend Discussion - July 5, 2026
This Weekend Discussion article from July 5, 2026, touches on various gaming topics including Demon's Souls, the World Tendency system, ammo counters, and the eerie atmosphere of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. It also features music recommendations and highlights recent Shacknews articles.
Sector Z Mission Accomplished - Star Fox
This guide details how to achieve Mission Accomplished in Sector Z of Star Fox by protecting the Great Fox from all six Copperhead Missiles. Successfully completing these requirements is necessary to unlock an alternate route and progress towards the game's good ending. The guide emphasizes the importance of destroying missiles before they damage the Great Fox, requiring a restart if any damage occurs.
Katina Mission Accomplished - Star Fox
This guide details how to achieve 'Mission Accomplished' for the Katina mission in Star Fox, which requires destroying the Saucerer within a strict time limit. Players must target the hatches below the Saucerer to expose its core, which then needs to be destroyed within approximately 60 seconds.
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.
Fable pre-order & Collector's Edition guide
This guide details the different editions of the upcoming game Fable, including the Standard, Premium, and Collector's Editions. Pre-ordering any edition grants bonus in-game items and a Chicken Suit cosmetic. The Collector's Edition, which includes physical collectibles like a Jack of Blades statue, is currently sold out.
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.
Weekend Discussion - June 21, 2026
This Weekend Discussion article reflects on the past week's content, including discussions on The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Destiny 2. It also highlights Shacknews's commitment to avoiding AI-generated content and introduces Sam Chandler, Head of Guides.
How to get Exotic Ciphers - Destiny 2
This guide explains how to obtain Exotic Ciphers in Destiny 2, a currency used to acquire special Exotic gear. Sources include the Season Pass, Xur's weekly Xenology quest, and Exotic Orders. Exotic Ciphers can be traded to Xur for an Exotic engram or used at the Monument of Lost Light to purchase Exotic weapons from previous seasons.
Unpacking Destiny 2's final update and what comes next
Destiny 2 has received its final update, Monument of Triumph, which includes numerous game-wide improvements and content additions. This discussion features Rise of Bacon, Bill Lavoy, and Sam Chandler reflecting on the game's conclusion, its playerbase, and the potential for a Destiny 3, considering Bungie's resources and the possibility of external development.
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.
Nighthawks Launches This Fall on PC and Mac
Wadjet Eye Games announced that Nighthawks, a story-rich vampire RPG, will launch for PC and Mac this fall. The game, created by Richard Cobbett, features over 800,000 words and more than 80 fully voiced characters. Players will navigate a world where vampires have been exposed, dealing with the political and social fallout.
