Fruit Ninja
News, coverage and analysis tracking Fruit Ninja across the outlets.
From the Fruit Ninja devs, build the perfect sequence of individual shots in the bullet hell GuncryptGuncrypt, a new bullet hell game from Halfbrick Studios, combines unique movement mechanics with a deck-building style where players customize their revolver cylinder with different bullets. A playable demo is available on Steam, with native Linux support planned post-launch. The game features frantic combat and strategic bullet combinations, offering a challenging and unique experience.
Fruit Ninja designer reveals Normal Golf Game with a demo - there's nothing normal about itLuke Muscat, the designer behind Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride, has released a demo for his new solo indie game, Normal Golf Game. The game challenges players to use physics to control their golf club while managing stance and club face, set against a mysterious backdrop where players owe a significant debt. A demo is available on Steam, reportedly working well on Linux via Proton.
Exclusive: 'We're not a compliant organization, we're a leading organization' — How Nex's kid-friendly console aims to be ahead of the UK's Online Safety ActNex is preparing for the UK's Online Safety Act 2023 with its new Nex Playground console, designed for children aged three to 12. The company emphasizes its commitment to Trust and Safety from day one, with features like on-device AI processing for privacy and a locked-down operating system. Nex aims to lead the industry in compliance rather than just meeting requirements, contrasting with measures being implemented by Microsoft and Sony for their respective consoles.
Pac-Man Is Getting A New Animated Short Series, Here's The Official Teaser TrailerBandai Namco Entertainment is celebrating Pac-Man's birthday with a new animated short series titled "Pac-Man: Snack Breaks," created in partnership with Cartuna. The first episode will debut on YouTube on May 22, 2026, with new episodes released monthly. The series follows Pac-Man in New Pac-City, facing off against Team Ghost. Additionally, Pac-Man's birthday celebrations include live events, tournaments, and a free costume for Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac players.
PAC-MAY Celebrations Include New Animated Shorts and Live EventsBandai Namco is celebrating PAC-MAN's birthday throughout May with "PAC-MAY" festivities under the "Connect the Dots" theme. This includes the debut of the animated short series "PAC-MAN: Snack Breaks" on May 22, a "45 Years of PAC-MAN" exhibition event at The Paley Museum on May 16, and a crossover with Halfbrick Studios' Fruit Ninja.
Pac-Man to get animated shorts and more for Pac-May celebrationsBandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is celebrating PAC-MAN's birthday throughout May with "PAC-MAY," themed "Connect the Dots." The month-long event includes the debut of the animated short series "PAC-MAN: Snack Breaks" in partnership with Cartuna, live events like the PAC-MAN CHOMPIONSHIP Tournament at The Paley Museum, and in-game promotions such as a crossover with Fruit Ninja. New episodes of "PAC-MAN: Snack Breaks" will premiere monthly on the official PAC-MAN YouTube Channel starting May 22.- PAC-MAN CONNECTS THE DOTS ACROSS GENERATIONS WITH NEW ANIMATED SHORTS, LIVE EVENTS AND FRUIT NINJA COLLAB FOR PAC-MAY CELEBRATION Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is celebrating PAC-MAN's birthday throughout May with the "Connect the Dots" themed PAC-MAY event. This celebration includes the debut of the animated short series "PAC-MAN: Snack Breaks" in partnership with Cartuna, live events like a PAC-MAN CHOMPIONSHIP Tournament at The Paley Museum, and a collaboration with Fruit Ninja. New episodes of the animated series will premiere monthly on the official PAC-MAN YouTube Channel starting May 22.
Fruit Ninja-Fame Halfbrick Studio Launches Jetpack Joyride Racing on MobileHalfbrick has launched Jetpack Joyride Racing, a multiplayer mobile game based on the popular franchise. The game features real-time races for up to six players with unique circuits, special zones, and recognizable characters. A notable feature is its integration with the Halfbrick+ app for card collection and progress management across titles.
Australian mobile studio Halfbrick to cut 41 members of staffAustralian mobile game developer Halfbrick Studios is laying off 41 employees due to challenging industry conditions and strategic priorities. The company, known for hits like Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride, is seeking new opportunities for the affected staff.
Halfbrick cuts 41 jobs as it navigates "challenging period for the games industry"Australian mobile studio Halfbrick has laid off 41 employees, citing a challenging period for the games industry and strategic priorities. The developer of Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride is navigating these changes with care for affected staff. Their latest title, Bluey's Quest for the Gold Pen, was released on mobile in late 2025/early 2026 with console and PC versions planned for May 2026.
Fruit Ninja studio Halfbrick hit with layoffs: 'we are navigating a challenging period for the games industry'Australian studio Halfbrick Studios, known for Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride, has announced layoffs affecting 41 staff in Australia and concluding international engagements. The company cited a challenging period for the games industry and organizational priorities as reasons for the decision. The PC release of Bluey's Quest for the Gold Pen remains unaffected.
Halfbrick Studios is cutting jobs in AustraliaHalfbrick Studios, known for mobile titles like Jetpack Joyride and Fruit Ninja, has announced an undisclosed number of layoffs impacting employees in Australia. The studio cited challenging market conditions and organizational priorities for the cuts. Halfbrick is also developing games for PC and consoles, including Bluey’s Quest for The Gold Pen.