When was Shacknews founded?
Shacknews was founded in 1996 by Steve Gibson. It originally operated under the name Quakeholio and was dedicated to the id Software game Quake before broadening into general video game journalism.
Questions about Shacknews
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What was Shacknews originally called before it became Shacknews?
Shacknews was originally called Quakeholio. The site was created in 1996 as a fan destination focused on the then-upcoming id Software game Quake.
Who bought Shacknews from GameFly?
Asif Khan, a financial analyst, contributed to purchasing Shacknews from GameFly near the end of 2013 and became the site's CEO. GameFly had originally acquired Shacknews on the 3rd of February 2009.
What is FileShack and when did it shut down?
FileShack was a Shacknews spinoff site launched in August 2002 for hosting game demos, patches, videos, and other downloadable game-related assets. It was shut down in 2014.
What awards or recognition has Shacknews received?
In August 2004, Maximum PC magazine listed Shacknews among its eleven websites every geek should bookmark. In November 2007, PC Magazine named it to its Top 100 Undiscovered Web Sites list.
How much did Shacknews raise in the Extra Life Gaming Marathon?
In 2018, Shacknews raised over $100,000 in the Extra Life 24-Hour Gaming Marathon for the Children's Specialized Hospital Foundation.