Hello, Shacknews readers!
It’s been a never-ending struggle here at home for reasons I won’t get into, but for now, I am indeed back from my travels. Let’s jump into another round of news, memes, and entertainment in this Friday edition of Evening Reading.
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### In Case You Missed It at Shacknews:
– **Pokémon Legends: Z-A sells 5.8 million units in first week of sales**
– **Macy’s Parade to have Mario balloon in celebration of 40th anniversary**
– **Apple, Google, Amazon, Microsoft & Meta are all donors to Trump’s White House ballroom project**
– **Factorio Nintendo Switch 2 Edition announced**
– **Phil Spencer claims Xbox releases on PS5 & Switch 2 remain a major part of its plans**
– **Halo: Campaign Evolved brings the series to PS5 in 2026**
– **Twitch CEO Dan Clancy finally apologizes to Emiru for TwitchCon meet & greet security failure**
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### Your Weekly Reminder: Shackmaps
Be sure to check out **Shackmaps**, our growing collection of video game maps designed to enhance your gameplay experience!
**Introducing Shackmaps: Free Interactive Video Game Maps**
We now have Pokémon Legends: Z-A included!
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### Weekend Gaming Suggestions
Because it’s the weekend, go find yourself something fun to play!
#### Weekend Console Download Deals for Oct. 24
PlayStation & Nintendo celebrate Halloween with special deals.
#### Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 24
Epic Games Store Halloween Sale is live — don’t miss it!
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### Around the Gaming Horn
Here’s some rapid-fire news to wrap up your week:
– Another look at **Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment**, which launches in just a few weeks.
– Take a look at **Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO** on Nintendo Switch 1 & 2.
🏐 **Switch 2 x October 28** 🏐
A free update for Nintendo Switch owners!
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**BALL x PIT** is OUT NOW (@ballxpit.com)
Posted October 24, 2025, at 8:11 AM
Ball x Pit will come to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 28. If you already own it on Nintendo Switch, the update will be free.
And finally, here’s a self-explanatory indie game that delivers what it promises — **Slots & Daggers** is out today.
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### Other Stuff From The Internet!!!
#### Today in Bubbletron
Be sure to play Bubbletron today!
#### Haterade: World Series Edition
Enjoy the World Series, everyone! Never say die!
#### HEYYYYYYY YOU GUYYYYYYSSSSSSSS!
Nothing but the Hotfix
Congratulations to Games Done Quick on raising $31,076 for World Central Kitchen at TwitchCon! GDQ’s Hotfix airs weekly, and you can catch all episodes on the Games Done Quick Twitch channel.
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### This Week in Shaqnews (and Chucknews)
They’re back — and now they’re on ESPN!
**IT’S STILL REAL TO ME, DAMMIT!** WrestleDream got wild!
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### Tonight in Video Game Music
We head back to OC ReMix for a classic banger from **Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy’s Kong Quest**.
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Thanks for tuning in to this edition of Evening Reading. Have a great weekend, and happy gaming!
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