Hello, Shacknews readers!
We’re coming off an exciting World Series, a thrilling Tuesday election, and the release of *Hyrule Warriors*, so it’s been a great week. Let’s jump into another round of news, memes, and entertainment with this Friday edition of *Evening Reading*.
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### In Case You Missed It at Shacknews:
– **Virtua Fighter 5 REVO World Stage:** Developers discuss the release and how they’re bridging the gap to the next game.
– **Square Enix Restructuring:** The company confirms layoffs and studio closures as it reorganizes its Western business.
– **Halo Infinite:** *Operation: Infinite* will be Halo Infinite’s last major content update.
– **Meta Revenue Report:** Internal documents suggest that 10% of Meta’s 2024 revenue came from fraudulent ads.
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### Your Weekly Reminder
Don’t forget 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 *Pokemon Legends: Z-A* available.
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### Weekend Highlights
Because it’s the weekend, it’s the perfect time to find something fun to play!
– **Console Download Deals for October 31:** Happy Halloween!
– **PC Download Deals for October 31:** GOG wraps up your week with great titles.
– Celebrate **10 years of Brawlhalla**.
– Learn more about Lou, one of the key characters coming to *Code Vein 2*.
– Don’t forget — you can try out *Kirby Air Riders* this weekend!
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### Other Stuff From The Internet!!!
#### Today in Bubbletron
Be sure to play **Bubbletron** today!
#### Remembering Burt Meyer
Toy man Burt Meyer, a Chicago toy designer behind classics like Lite-Brite, Mouse Trap, and Rock ’Em Sock ’Em Robots, passed away on October 30 at the age of 99. His joyful, generation-spanning legacy lives on.
*Chicago Sun-Times (@chicago.suntimes.com)*
*November 7, 2025, at 10:01 AM*
“A true legend for many generations of humans. RIP to a great man.”
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### How Was Your Day?
**Zelda** has been busy. Nothing but the Hotfix! 🏁
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### Community Spotlight: GDQueer
The #GDQueer event has raised a total of $51,030 for [Lambda Legal](https://www.lambdalegal.org)! Huge thanks to everyone who made GDQueer possible and to everyone who tuned in and donated. Remember, you are loved and you are welcome here. 💙🏳️🌈
*Games Done Quick (@gamesdonequick.com)*
*November 2, 2025, at 10:15 PM*
Congratulations to GDQ on a successful first Games Done Queer! GDQ’s *Hotfix* shows air every week, and you can catch them all on the Games Done Quick Twitch account.
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### This Week in Chucknews
Chuck makes his first ManningCast appearance of the season. IT’S STILL REAL TO ME, DAMMIT! Not every day you see a giant dude punch straight through a door.
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### Tonight in Video Game Music
With more *Pikmin 4* on the way, let’s check out the latest tracks from OC ReMix.
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Thanks for reading this week’s *Evening Reading*. Have a fantastic weekend, and don’t forget to play something great!
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146741/evening-reading-november-7-2025