Shacknews

Shacknews, often called "The Shack," is a website dedicated to providing news, articles, editorials, and community forums about computer and console gaming. Currently, it is owned by Gamerhub Content Network. The site was previously owned by Steve Gibson and Maarten Goldstein, who ran it as an independent gaming journalism platform for more than ten years before selling it to Gamefly. In January 2014, Gamerhub Content Network acquired Shacknews.

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Marvel Rivals will get swimsuit costumes this summer

6 days ago | shacknews.com | Donovan Erskine

Marvel is reviving its Swimsuit Special for the first time since the 90s. Marvel Comics published a series of Swimsuit Specials from the early to mid-90s, which saw popular heroes embarking on one-off adventures while clad in bathing suits. The series is set to make its return this summer, with some outfits coming to Marvel Rivals as costumes. Marvel announced the return of its Swimsuit Special in an update on its website.
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders begin on April 24, price to stay the same

6 days ago | shacknews.com | Donovan Erskine

Fans in the United States and Canada can begin pre-ordering their Nintendo Switch 2 next week. After a couple weeks of uncertainty, we’ve got an update on Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders in the United States. Pre-orders will open on April 24, with the Switch 2 and all of its games remaining at their originally announced prices.
Evening Reading - April 17, 2025

1 week ago | shacknews.com | Asif Khan

Already have an account? Login Now It's nighttime in America, which means it is time for Shacknews Evening Reading.
Star Wars Outlaws: A Pirate's Fortune DLC releases in May, Switch 2 version coming later

1 week ago | shacknews.com | Ozzie Mejia

Already have an account? Login Now A new demo taking place in Tatooine was also revealed and it's out right now.
Netflix (NFLX) Q1 2025 earnings results beat revenue and EPS expectations

1 week ago | shacknews.com | Asif Khan

Already have an account? Login Now The world's most popular streaming service just kept printing money in Q1 2025. Here are all the details from the Netflix earnings report.
ShackStream: We're breaking bad in Schedule 1

1 week ago | shacknews.com | Donovan Erskine

Already have an account? Login Now Watch us become underground kingpins in this special Schedule 1 ShackStream.
Taiwan Semi (TSM) Q1 2025 earnings results beat income and revenue expectations

1 week ago | shacknews.com | Donovan Erskine

Taiwan Semi isn't budging from its annual revenue forecast despite the looming implication of tariffs on the global economy. Taiwan Semi (TSM), one of the world’s most prominent chip makers, has released its earnings report for the first quarter of its fiscal year. It shows not only a beat on income and revenue expectations, but that Taiwan isn’t altering its previously given revenue forecast for the full year.
NLRB whistleblower alleges DOGE may have leaked confidential labor data

1 week ago | shacknews.com | Donovan Erskine

The whistleblower says there were attempted logins from Russia following a DOGE visit. The National Labor Relations Board, the federal agency that enforces labor laws and facilitates the unionization process, is the latest government body to find itself in the crosshairs of Elon Musk’s DOGE.
Mario Kart World character skins are unlocked through eating at Yoshi's restaurant

1 week ago | shacknews.com | Donovan Erskine

Already have an account? Login Now Yoshi is serving up fresh meals and even fresher outfits at various locations in Mario Kart World.
SCUF Valor Pro Wired Xbox controller review: Getting a grip

1 week ago | shacknews.com | Ozzie Mejia

SCUF has been in the business of premium third-party controllers for a long time. It takes a lot to stand out in a crowded field of high-end controllers, but the SCUF Valor Pro Wired Xbox controller does so, both for better and worse. In terms of design and sheer value proposition, the Valor Pro is one of the better controllers I've experienced. The trade-off, however, is the pesky wired connection that will have users asking how much money they're willing to save at the expense of convenience.