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Evening Reading - September 17, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers a variety of game reviews including Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter. It also highlights the announcement of Grand Theft Auto 6: The Album, Dragon Quest series sales milestones, and the potential shutdown of Hyper Light Drifter's developer. The reading includes various internet curiosities and a brief mention of economic topics.
Evening Reading - September 10, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers recent game reviews including Marvel's Wolverine and NBA 2K27, alongside industry news such as Nintendo's Customer Appreciation Sale and a potential shift in PlayStation's interest in Kojima Productions. The article also touches on AI concerns and the enduring popularity of the Kirby series.
Halloween: The Game Review – A Mixed Bag of Candy
Halloween: The Game offers a compelling gameplay loop when it clicks, allowing players to embody Michael Myers with supernatural abilities. However, inconsistent mechanics, clunky human-form combat, and repetitive objectives hold it back from being a truly entertaining experience, making it recommendable only to die-hard franchise fans.
Weekend Discussion - August 16, 2026
This Weekend Discussion article from Shacknews covers various topics including reflections on the past week's articles, reviews for Madden NFL 27 and Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, and a discussion about the Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer exclusivity on Netflix. It also mentions older games like Heretic and Hexen, and features music recommendations.
Evening Reading - August 13, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various game reviews including Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. It also notes that Pokemon Bank will end service in February 2027 and discusses potential AI training on Twitch VODs. Additionally, Crimson Desert's Switch 2 port is rumored for early 2027.
Zelda: Ocarina Of Time might not be the highest rated video game ever
A recent analysis questions the methodology behind The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time's near-perfect Metacritic score of 99, suggesting some reviews may have been omitted or misinterpreted. While the game is still considered a masterpiece, the analysis proposes the score could be slightly lower, potentially sharing its top-rated spot with other titles. The discussion also touches upon the upcoming Nintendo Switch remake and the challenges it faces in achieving similar critical acclaim.
SVG REVIEW The Alters: Last Variable
This article is a transcript excerpt from the So Videogames Podcast, Episode 498, discussing the score awarded to the game The Alters: Last Variable. The review was originally posted on Gamecritics.com.
The best farm sims and games like Stardew Valley
This article provides a curated list of the best farming simulation games, focusing on titles similar to Stardew Valley that offer strong character writing and engaging gameplay. It highlights personal favorites like Fields of Mistria and Roots of Pacha, while also discussing other notable entries such as Coral Island, Moonstone Island, and Kynseed, offering brief reasons for their inclusion and potential appeal.
EDGE #425 review scores – Star Fox, Rhythm Heaven Groove, more
The latest review scores from EDGE magazine's issue #426 (September 2026) have been released, featuring several Nintendo titles. Star Fox and The Mermaid Mask received scores of 8, while Rhythm Heaven Groove and Beastro also scored 8. Gothic 1 Remake and Rhythm Heaven Groove received a 7.
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.
EDGE awards Yoshi and the Mysterious Book 8/10
EDGE Magazine has awarded Yoshi and the Mysterious Book a score of 8/10 in its latest issue. The publication also reviewed LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, giving it a score of 6/10.
Invision Game Community | Gaming, Tech and Entertainment
Invision Game Community provides video game reviews, tech news, and entertainment updates for gamers and tech enthusiasts. The site covers AAA titles, indie gems, and the latest gadgets, with trending topics including PlayStation 5 reviews, JRPG remasters, and gaming peripherals.
Bubsy 4D review: Why are we still here? Just to suffer?
This review questions the continued relevance of the game Bubsy 4D, suggesting that superficial attempts to rebrand the character are insufficient to salvage its appeal. The article implies a sense of weariness with the franchise's persistent presence.
GTA 6 Boss Says High Review Scores Reflect Rockstar’s “Commitment To Quality”
Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive, believes Grand Theft Auto 6 will achieve high review scores, reflecting Rockstar Games' commitment to quality. He acknowledged that while reviews are important, the media landscape has changed significantly since Grand Theft Auto 5's release. Zelnick also indicated that Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch at a reasonable price on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 on November 19.
Snabbkollen – Vilken James Bond-skådis är "den rätta"?
This article discusses which actor is the definitive James Bond, referencing the game 007 First Light and the highly regarded Goldeneye 007. It presents a poll of reader opinions on actors like Sean Connery, Daniel Craig, and Pierce Brosnan.
007 First Light Video Review
This article is a video review of the game 007 First Light. The content primarily discusses privacy settings and cookie preferences related to website functionality and user tracking, rather than the game itself.
Hur bra blir Forza Horizon 6? Tippa FZ High Score nu
Forza Horizon 6 is set to release on May 19, 2024, for PC and Xbox Series X, with special editions available from May 15. A PlayStation 5 version is planned before the end of 2026. The article encourages readers to predict the game's average critic score on FZ High Score before the deadline.
OPINION: Is Mixtape really a 10/10 game?
This opinion piece questions the prevalence of 10/10 review scores for narrative-driven games like Mixtape, arguing that personal emotional resonance is often conflated with objective quality and innovation. The author suggests that while Mixtape is a sincere experience, it doesn't redefine the medium in the way landmark titles like Elden Ring or The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild did. The article calls for a clearer understanding of what review scores truly measure in modern game criticism.
The Final Episode of Kurt & Lucy Gotcha Covered
This article provides a roundup of various video game trailers and gameplay reveals, including Pragmata, Forza Horizon 6, Resident Evil Requiem, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, The Sinking City 2, Mixtape, Saros, Alawon, and InterfaceX26. It also features a review for Mixtape and discusses the potential for a new Arkham game inspired by Lego Batman.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 actor was "nervous" to see its Metacritic score after appearing in notorious The Lord of the Rings: Gollum and witnessing "the occasional zero"
Voice actor Rich Keeble expressed nervousness about the review scores for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, recalling his negative experience with The Lord of the Rings: Gollum. Despite his initial anxieties, Expedition 33 achieved a highly positive Metacritic score of 92, becoming one of the year's best-rated games.
