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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.
Smilegate Connects With North American Fans Through MIRESI and CZN Booths at Anime Expo 2026
Smilegate successfully showcased its upcoming games, Chaos Zero Nightmare (CZN) and MIRESI: Invisible Future (MIRESI), at Anime Expo 2026 in Los Angeles. The playable demo for MIRESI drew significant attention with long wait times, and its merchandise was highly sought after. CZN also saw strong engagement through its card collection event and a special panel revealing new season details.
Brasil Game Show 2026 will feature three exclusive performances by Shota Nakama and the Video Game Orchestra
Brasil Game Show 2026 will feature three exclusive performances by musician Shota Nakama and the Video Game Orchestra on October 10, 11, and 12. The performances will include rearranged soundtracks from popular video games with rock elements. The event is also expanding its infrastructure to host more games, booths, and gaming stations.
PAX West 2026 Welcomes Riot Games’ Marc Merrill as Storytime Speaker
Riot Games Co-Founder Marc Merrill has been announced as the storytime speaker for PAX West 2026, which will take place at the Seattle Convention Center from September 4-7, 2026. Merrill, instrumental in the creation of games like League of Legends and VALORANT, will share a retrospective of his career. The event will also feature game demos, panels, concerts, and tournaments.
Digital Extremes Prepares Millions of Players for Annual TennoCon Celebration
Digital Extremes is preparing for its annual TennoCon celebration on July 10-11, featuring both in-person and virtual experiences for Warframe and Soulframe players. The event will include music, panels, direct-to-player reveals, first-look demos, a concert, cosplay contest, and exclusive in-game rewards available through Twitch and Steam drops. Attendees and virtual participants can expect major announcements and gameplay presentations, including the TennoLive finale.
Zelda: Ocarina of Time most watched trailer and Nintendo Direct was most watched gaming event in last 10 days
The trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake was the most watched video game trailer in the last ten days, according to data from Level Up. Additionally, a recent Nintendo Direct presentation was identified as the most watched gaming event during the same period.
Evening Multiplex
This article provides a brief overview of several games including Clutch 4K60 Racing, Destiny 2, and Dunebound Tactics. It also highlights official trailers and content creator videos, with a specific mention of the Steam Next Fest June 2026 Edition.
Summer Games Week: The Biggest Reveals, Interviews, And Features
Summer Games Week, the successor to E3, concluded with numerous reveals, interviews, and features from various showcases like State of Play and Summer Game Fest. GameSpot covered a wide array of upcoming titles, including Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Resident Evil: Veronica, and Gears of War: E-Day, providing previews and in-depth articles.
IGN Live 2026 in Los Angeles (photos) — MP3s & NPCs
IGN Live 2026 took place in Los Angeles, featuring panels with voice actors, celebrity meet-and-greets, and prize giveaways. The event also showcased new game announcements such as Barbie Rewind and Persona 6, and offered playable demos for titles like 007: First Light and WWE 2K26.
Snabbkollen – Vilken spelshow var bäst?
This article discusses various gaming showcases, including PlayStation's State of Play, Summer Game Fest, Xbox Games Showcase, and Nintendo Direct. It presents poll results indicating that the Xbox Games Showcase was voted the best, followed by Summer Game Fest and PlayStation State of Play, and invites readers to share their opinions in the comments.
Showcase Season & Planet Zoo 2 – TheXboxHub Official Podcast #229
The latest episode of TheXboxHub Official Podcast covers the recent gaming showcases, including the Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Game Fest, alongside discussions about Planet Zoo 2. Hosts Gareth, Paul, and Darren highlight their favorite moments, discuss Xbox strategy, and anticipate upcoming game releases, with a particular focus on Gears of War: E-Day.
Poll: Who Had the Best Not-E3 Livestream This Week?
This article discusses the various "not-E3" livestreams that took place this week, including Sony's State of Play, Summer Game Fest, and Microsoft's Xbox Showcase. It prompts readers to vote on which broadcast they considered the best, highlighting key announcements from each event.
IGN Live 2026: Everything Announced (Updating Live!)
IGN Live 2026 is underway, featuring announcements and updates on various gaming and entertainment titles. Key reveals include Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, Control Resonant, and Adventure Time: Side Quests, alongside coverage of the Xbox Games Showcase.
Out of the Blue
Summer Game Fest has concluded, with various other presentations scheduled throughout the weekend and into next week's Steam Next Fest. The event showcased a range of upcoming titles and industry news.
All the Summer Game Fest showcases you can catch today
The article provides a schedule of all Summer Game Fest showcases happening on June 6. It aims to inform readers about the various events they can watch throughout the day.
Våra bästa E3-minnen
This article reflects on the significance of E3, the Electronic Entertainment Expo, and shares personal memories from industry figures. Despite E3's discontinuation, the tradition of summer gaming showcases continues with events like Summer Game Fest and Xbox Games Showcase.
Morning Gatherings and Events
PC Gamer announced the premiere time and streaming platforms for the PC Gaming Show 2026. The event is scheduled for June 7th at 3:00 pm EDT and will be available on various streaming services.
Snabbkollen – Hur bra var Playstation State of Play?
Sony's recent State of Play presentation showcased upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, including gameplay for Marvel's Wolverine and an announcement for God of War: Laufey. The article summarizes the trailers and asks readers for their opinions on the show's quality.
IGN Live 2026 Full Schedule Released
IGN has released the full schedule for IGN Live 2026, taking place June 6-7. The event will feature content from various games including Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Dune: Awakening, and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. Several game release dates and demos were also announced, including Dune: Awakening for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on September 22, and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve for PC and consoles on October 2.
Morning Gatherings and Events
This article provides a comprehensive guide to the Summer Game Fest schedule for 2026, including information on how to watch the Xbox Games Showcase and Gears of War: E-Day Direct. It also notes a 6% increase in attendance for Nordic Game.