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The xenomorph will hear your noises through your mic in Alien: Isolation 2
Alien: Isolation 2 will feature a microphone mechanic where the xenomorph can detect player noises, including breathing and voice, to locate them. This feature was confirmed by developers at Creative Assembly during a Q&A session with Sega. The game is also confirmed to receive a physical release.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 218 - Fangtopia
This week's Indie-licious livestream will feature the civilization builder puzzle game Fangtopia from developers Absolute Games. Players will assemble land tile by tile to provide amenities for various devilish denizens, aiming for optimal efficiency or a fun build. The stream is scheduled for 1 p.m. PT / 4 p.m. ET on Shacknews's various channels.
Evening Reading - October 20, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news, including updates for Cyberpunk 2077 and EVE Online, a potential delay for Umamusume: Pretty Derby due to immigration policies, and the announcement of a new Deadlock update. It also touches on financial news for Tesla, SpaceX, and Netflix, and mentions the potential for a 2027 Xbox handheld.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 217 - Colorbound
This week's Indie-licious stream features Colorbound, a wholesome puzzle platformer developed by Panpipe Studio and published by Whitehorn Games. The game follows a boy named Anku on an adventure to gather musicians, utilizing color-based mechanics to shape the world.
Shack Chat: Which character do you hope to see in the next Street Fighter movie?
Following the release of the latest Street Fighter movie, Shacknews staff members discuss which characters they would like to see featured in a potential sequel. Characters like Ibuki, Sagat, G, Rose, Kimberly, and even Mega Man are proposed, with reasoning provided for each choice.
The artistic Violet is Deadlock City Never Sleeps' fifth voted character unlock
Violet, the artist character, has been unlocked in Deadlock City Never Sleeps as the fifth voted character. She utilizes paint-based attacks, including sketching opponents for permanent stat buffs. Nurse Harrow is the final character to be released next Tuesday.
The Blood of Dawnwalker's next update will add character respec
The Blood of Dawnwalker is set to receive Update 1.1 next week, which will introduce the Draught of Mind Rebirth item, allowing players to respec their abilities and masteries. The update will also add new difficulty options for Story Mode, including one with additional combat assistance and a more forgiving mode, along with the ability to pet animals.
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.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 216 - Poly Fighter
This week's Indie-licious livestream will feature an early access look at Poly Fighter, a single-player roguelike fighting game from HeartLoop Games. The game entered Steam Early Access on October 13, 2026, for PC, offering players a challenging experience with character progression through new moves and upgrades.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake features a new Hall of Fallen Foes enemy gallery
Nintendo has revealed new details about the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, including a new feature called the Hall of Fallen Foes. This gallery allows players to examine defeated enemies, learn about them, and rechallenge bosses. The remake is set to release on November 5, 2026.
Deadlock's Deadman Danny wins the fourth City Never Sleeps update character vote
Deadman Danny has won the fourth character vote for Deadlock's City Never Sleeps update, becoming available to play. The new character features a jetpack and rocket launcher, with abilities like Strix Salvo and Chimera Mk1. This marks the fourth character unlock in the update, with Nurse Harrow and Violet being the remaining characters to be voted on.
F-Zero GX fans discover new cheat codes, including unlocking event reward Gold Parts
Fans of the 2003 GameCube racer F-Zero GX have discovered hidden cheat codes that unlock previously inaccessible content, including AX machines, AX courses, Dark Schneider, and Gold Parts. These cheats, requiring four controllers simultaneously, bypass the need for external devices like GameShark or winning Japan-only events for certain unlocks. The discovery highlights the enduring passion of the F-Zero GX community.
Apple TV 4K with Siri AI set to launch in November starting at $299
Apple announced the new Apple TV 4K, featuring built-in microphones and Siri AI for a hands-free home theater experience. It will be available for pre-order starting at $299 and will begin shipping on November 13. The device is part of Apple's new AI-powered smart home accessory lineup.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse review: Welcome back, Drac
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is a highly acclaimed action-platformer that serves as a love letter to the franchise's lore and fans. Developed by Motion Twin and Evil Empire with Konami's support, the game features beautiful art, a compelling story with new characters like Rose Belmont, and deep gameplay systems. It is set to release on October 15, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
World of Warcraft: Forever Beta Week 4 update brings new City of Dalaran dungeon
The beta for World of Warcraft: Forever has released its Week 4 update, introducing the new City of Dalaran dungeon. Players can also re-explore content from previous weeks up to level 30. The update includes fixes for Rage generation for Druids and Warriors, and a reversion of the mob farming experience system.
Angstrom Levy Deep Dive shows off portal play in Invincible VS
Angstrom Levy will be the first DLC character for Invincible VS Season 2, launching on October 13. A deep dive showcased his portal and gadgetry-based gameplay, highlighting his potential as a tricky setup character. Levy's debut was revealed ahead of his appearance at EVO France 2026.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 215 - Otterly Lost
Indie-licious Episode 215 features Otterly Lost, a cozy adventure game from Soulworks Interactive where players guide a lost otter home. Available on PC since September 23, the game involves exploring forests, hills, and rivers with the help of other critters.
GameStop refurbished PS5 Pros selling at $1,330
Refurbished PlayStation 5 Pro consoles are being sold at GameStop for $1,330 USD, significantly higher than the original retail price of $700. This markup is attributed to factors like component shortages and tariffs, with PlayStation itself having implemented price hikes earlier in 2026.
Top 10 rats of the Deadlock's Rat King
This article highlights ten notable subordinate rats of the Rat King in the game Deadlock, detailing their names and the lore revealed through the Rat King's voice lines. The piece explores the personalities and roles of characters like Hera, Liv, Jimmy T, and Valerie, offering insights into the game's world.
SteelSeries launches 25th anniversary Sensei Pro & Rival Pro gaming mice
SteelSeries has launched its new Sensei Pro and Rival Pro gaming mice to celebrate its 25th anniversary. These mice feature advanced technology including true 8K polling rates and Ultra-Wideband wireless connectivity for reduced latency. They are available in standard and mini sizes, white and black colors, and are priced at $179.99 USD.
