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Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – October 2026 round-up
October 2026 offers a strong lineup of new mobile games, including the port of Dave The Diver, the latest installment in the Kingdom Rush series, and the unique free experience Sisyphus – The Walk Down. Other notable releases include Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun Boom and updates to Mini Motorways.
TownsFolk x Dawnfolk Is a New Crossover Connecting the Two Tiny Worlds
Short Circuit Studios has launched a crossover event between their games TownsFolk and Dawnfolk, introducing the character Lueur from Dawnfolk into TownsFolk. This update features new story-driven puzzles and connects the two indie city-building worlds. The update also brings Cloud Saves to Android players for TownsFolk and includes adjustments to game mechanics.
TownsFolk x Dawnfolk: New Crossover Update Available Now
TownsFolk has released a new crossover update featuring Dawnfolk, available now on iOS and Android. The update introduces Lueur, a character from Dawnfolk, and six new story-driven puzzles that connect the two game worlds. Additionally, Android players now have access to Cloud Saves, alongside various gameplay improvements and fixes.
Hearthside: A Teeny Tiny Game Is Now Out on Mobile with City-Building Challenges
Short Circuit Studio has released its latest mobile game, Hearthside: A Teeny Tiny Game, a cozy merge city-builder. The game features a limited board where players combine tiles to form settlements, presented with calm medieval visuals and ambient sound design. While similar to the studio's previous titles like Teeny Tiny Town, Hearthside offers endless mode, strategic board variations, leaderboards, and achievements.
TownsFolk - Now Available On Steam!
TownsFolk, a survival strategy game developed by Short Circuit Studio and published by Snapbreak Games, is now available on Steam. The game features roguelite campaigns, skirmish modes, and puzzle challenges with a pixel art aesthetic. It is priced at $11.99 with a limited-time launch discount.
TownsFolk Release Date Announced!
Short Circuit Studio and Snapbreak Games announced that their survival strategy game, TownsFolk, will launch on April 20, 2026, for Steam and mobile platforms. The game features a roguelite campaign, skirmish mode, puzzle challenges, and a handcrafted pixel art world.