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 good 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** devs discuss the release and bridging the gap to the next game.
– **Square Enix** confirms layoffs and studio closures as it restructures its Western business.
– **Operation: Infinite** announced as *Halo Infinite*’s last major content update.
– Internal Meta documents reveal that **10% of its 2024 revenue** came from fraudulent ads.
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### Your Weekly Reminder:
Check out **Shackmaps**, our growing collection of video game maps designed to enhance your gameplay experience!
### Introducing Shackmaps
Try out our free interactive video game maps — now available for *Pokemon Legends: Z-A*!
And because it’s the weekend, go find yourself something to play!
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### Weekend Console Download Deals for October 31:
Happy Halloween!
### Weekend PC Download Deals for October 31:
GOG will help wrap up your week. Celebrate 10 years of Brawlhalla and 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, leaving behind a joyful, generations-spanning legacy.
> “A true legend for many generations of humans. RIP to a great man.”
> — Chicago Sun-Times (@chicago.suntimes.com), November 7, 2025
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### How Was Your Day?
Zelda has been busy — nothing but the hotfix!
### Games Done Quick Queer (GDQueer) Update
#GDQueer has raised a total of **$51,030** for [Lambda Legal](https://www.lambdalegal.org)! Thank you to everyone who made GDQueer possible and to all who tuned in and donated. Remember, you are loved and you are welcome here! 💙🏳️🌈
> Catch GDQ’s Hotfix weekly on the [Games Done Quick Twitch channel](https://www.twitch.tv/gamesdonequick).
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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 from OC ReMix.
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Enjoy the weekend and happy gaming!
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