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How China came to dominate mobile games – and how Western companies can compete | Opinion
Chinese companies have achieved global dominance in mobile games through strategic advantages like early adoption of free-to-play models, intense domestic market competition, and sophisticated live-ops. Western companies struggle to compete due to differences in organizational scale, talent acquisition, and cultural integration. The article suggests Western firms must focus on talent density and unique creative vision rather than scale to succeed.
Marvel Rivals season 7.5 early patch notes – Black Cat, new PvE modes, and more
Marvel Rivals is receiving a substantial mid-season update with version 7.5, introducing the new Duelist Black Cat, a story-based PvE mode called Blood Hunt, and new Hellfire Gala skins. The update also includes hero balancing changes, a new team-up ability, and the Path to Doomsday event, with Black Cat arriving on April 17 and other content rolling out later in April.
Marvel Rivals creative director says it's going to become 'a comprehensive Marvel "moving anime" experience' and no, I don't know what that means either
Marvel Rivals creative director Guangyun Chen stated the game aims to be a comprehensive Marvel 'moving anime' experience, shifting beyond its current hero shooter identity. The game will expand beyond standard 6v6 PvP to include new PvE modes and a movie tie-in event inspired by the Infinity Saga.
Marvel Rivals will become a "'moving anime' experience" by 2027, says creative director, as devs evolve past PvP with PvE, Infinity Saga updates, and more game modes
Marvel Rivals creative director Guangyun Chen revealed plans to evolve the game beyond its current PvP shooter format into a comprehensive 'moving anime' experience by 2027. The roadmap includes new PvE content, five MCU-inspired Infinity Saga updates with new game modes, and a continued focus on adding characters and context.
Marvel Rivals Drops Deadpool ‘Hospitality 101’ Skin in Seamless Zero-Downtime Patch
Marvel Rivals received a zero-downtime patch that introduced new cosmetics, including Deadpool's 'Hospitality 101' skin and Iron Fist's 'Lin Shao: The Knockout Bundle.' The update also addressed bug fixes, such as a Hulk healing exploit and a Jeff the Land Shark emote exploit, while improving quality-of-life features like costume color syncing for White Fox.
Phantom Blade Zero isn't using AI: "Human artistry is the value itself"
S-Game has confirmed that Phantom Blade Zero will not use generative AI in its development, emphasizing that all content is created by human artists. The studio highlighted the use of motion capture for characters and martial arts professionals for combat, with hand-drawn maps inspired by traditional Chinese art. This commitment to human artistry is presented as a core value of the game's development.
Star Wars Eclipse Development Is Reportedly “Very Slow Going”
Development on Quantic Dream's Star Wars Eclipse is reportedly progressing very slowly, with little progress made over several months and the game likely years away from completion. The financial viability of the project is increasingly dependent on the success of NetEase's Early Access title, Spellcasters Chronicles.
Star Wars Eclipse's Fate Is Uncertain - Report
Star Wars Eclipse is reportedly progressing very slowly, with its developer Quantic Dream's future potentially tied to the success of its free-to-play multiplayer game, Spellcasters Chronicles. NetEase, which owns Quantic Dream, may re-evaluate its investment in Eclipse if Spellcasters Chronicles does not meet financial expectations. The game was announced in 2021 and is rumored to potentially launch in 2026.
Announced Nearly Half a Decade Ago, Quantic Dream's Star Wars Game Reportedly Still 'Years Off'
Quantic Dream's Star Wars Eclipse is reportedly still years away from completion, with development described as very slow. The studio's owner, NetEase, is reportedly relying on the success of the Early Access PC game Spellcasters Chronicles to fund Star Wars Eclipse's development.
Quantic Dream's cinematic Star Wars game Eclipse is reportedly still "years off from completion"
Star Wars Eclipse, announced over four years ago by Quantic Dream, is reportedly still years away from completion. Quantic Dream's parent company, NetEase, is hesitant to invest further without a clearer vision, especially given the underperformance of the studio's recent free-to-play game, Spellcasters Chronicles. Lucasfilm Games may be seeking other partners for large-scale Star Wars adventures.
Star Wars: Eclipse Development Isn’t Going Well
Reports indicate that development on Quantic Dream's Star Wars: Eclipse is progressing very slowly, with minimal advancements made over several months. Amidst financial uncertainties, there is speculation that NetEase, the parent company, might consider selling Quantic Dream, as the game's production timeline remains unclear and revenue from other projects is crucial for its development.
Destiny Rising launches new area, removes pinnacle energy, and tweaks gacha for mythic characters
Destiny: Rising has launched its Season of Wishes, introducing the new Red Sea Rift area with new dungeons and public events, alongside a Great Hunt raid set for April 4th. The controversial pinnacle energy mechanic has been removed, and the gacha model for mythic characters is being replaced with dedicated unlock events, starting with Efrideet.
Marvel Rivals threatens bans for players with "superhuman APM" who are "achieving action beyond normal…
Developer NetEase has announced that Marvel Rivals will issue bans to players using cheats, specifically those employing mouse macros to achieve "superhuman APM" and gain an unfair advantage. The studio is cracking down on these actions to protect the game's competitive integrity.
Marvel Rivals Devs Confirm Nintendo Switch 2 Version Is in the Works
NetEase, the developer of Marvel Rivals, has confirmed that a version for the Nintendo Switch is in development. The game has implemented an "Victim Compensation Protocol" to address issues with players being paid to intentionally lose matches.
Marvel Rivals producer says 'it's not the time' for original heroes, the devs are more concerned with…
Marvel Rivals producer Danny Koo stated that the development team at NetEase is not currently focused on creating original heroes, prioritizing the inclusion of existing Marvel characters and optimizing the game's user interface. The team has enough established heroes planned for the foreseeable future and is addressing concerns about game balance and UI navigation.
Marvel Rivals Officially Confirmed For Nintendo Switch 2
Marvel Rivals is officially confirmed to be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, according to executive producer Danny Koo in an interview with IGN. Koo also stated that a mobile version is not planned due to control differences, with the current game available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The game features a roster of Marvel heroes and villains battling across destructible environments.
Marvel Rivals Switch 2 Version Officially Confirmed by NetEase
NetEase has officially confirmed that the hero shooter Marvel Rivals will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2. While a release date has not been provided, a studio executive stated that the team is actively working on the port. The game is currently available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox Series X|S.
Marvel Rivals Has Reportedly Been Confirmed For Switch 2
Marvel Games executive producer Danny Koo has confirmed that Marvel Rivals is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2. While an official announcement date has not been set, Koo stated that the team is actively working on the port and will share news when it is ready. The 6v6 multiplayer title will feature cross-platform support.
The Destiny gacha game is cutting the gacha garbage because "wolves do not beg for scraps, and they certainly do…
NetEase is overhauling the gacha mechanics in its Destiny game, Destiny Rising, with Season 4. The update will remove daily energy limits, offer free characters, and introduce a character fragment system to bypass the traditional gacha banner for acquiring new characters. This shift aims to move away from RNG-based monetization towards a more player-friendly progression system.
Once Human Console Closed Beta Kicks Off March 26 Alongside Version 2.3.26 "Deviant Update"
NetEase Games announced that the post-apocalyptic survival game Once Human will launch its first console Closed Beta on March 26 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S. This beta, running until April 8, will feature cross-platform play and coincide with the "Deviant Update" introducing new enemies and mechanics.