Hello, Shacknews readers!
We’re coming off an exciting week with a thrilling World Series, a dramatic Tuesday election, and the release of *Hyrule Warriors*. It’s been a great time for gaming and entertainment. So, let’s jump into another round of news, memes, and all things fun in the 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 game’s release and how they’re bridging the gap to the next installment.
– **Square Enix Restructuring**: The company confirms layoffs and studio closures as it reshapes its Western business.
– **Halo Infinite’s Last Major Update**: Operation: Infinite will be the final big content update for *Halo Infinite*.
– **Meta Revenue Insight**: Internal documents reveal that 10% of Meta’s 2024 revenue came from fraudulent ads.
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### Weekly Reminder:
Don’t forget to check out **Shackmaps**, our growing collection of interactive video game maps designed to enhance your gameplay experience! We’ve just added maps for *Pokemon Legends: Z-A*.
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### Weekend Gaming Highlights:
Since it’s the weekend, why not find something new to play?
– **Weekend Console Download Deals for Oct. 31**: Celebrate Halloween with some spooky savings!
– **Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 31**: GOG has great deals to wrap up your week.
– **Celebrate 10 Years of Brawlhalla**: Join the festivities for this beloved fighting game.
– **Meet Lou**: Learn more about Lou, one of the key characters coming to *Code Vein 2*.
– **Try Kirby Air Riders**: Available to play this weekend — don’t miss it!
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### Other Stuff From The Internet!!!
#### Today in Bubbletron
Be sure to play *Bubbletron* today!
#### Remembering Burt Meyer
Chicago toy designer Burt Meyer, known for iconic creations like Lite-Brite, Mouse Trap, and Rock ’Em Sock ’Em Robots, passed away on October 30 at the age of 99. His joyful, generations-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 lately—with nothing but the Hotfix!
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### Community Spotlight: Games Done Quick (GDQ)
🏁 TIME 🏁
The first-ever Games Done Queer (#GDQueer) raised an impressive **$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. 💙🏳️🌈
*Games Done Quick (@gamesdonequick.com)*
*November 2, 2025 at 10:15 PM*
Don’t forget you can watch the weekly GDQ Hotfix shows on the Games Done Quick Twitch account.
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### This Week In Chucknews
Chuck made his first ManningCast appearance of the season — IT’S STILL REAL TO ME, DAMMIT! Also, not every day do you get to see a giant dude punch straight through a door.
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### Tonight in Video Game Music
With more *Pikmin 4* on the horizon, let’s enjoy the latest remix from OC ReMix.
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That’s it for this week’s Evening Reading. Have a fantastic weekend, and happy gaming!
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146741/evening-reading-november-7-2025