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From the Fruit Ninja devs, build the perfect sequence of individual shots in the bullet hell Guncrypt
Guncrypt, 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 it
Luke 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.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – May 2026 round-up
This May 2026 round-up highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android, including ports of popular titles like Sea of Stars, Dredge, and Nova Drift. The article also features unique experiences such as Bacon in Zane and Merchant of the Skies, alongside new entries like Jetpack Joyride Racing and Star Overlord, discussing their gameplay, monetization, and overall quality.
Fruit Ninja-Fame Halfbrick Studio Launches Jetpack Joyride Racing on Mobile
Halfbrick 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.
‘Peglin’, ‘Brawl Stars’, ‘Genshin Impact’, ‘Royal Match’, and More – TouchArcade
This article summarizes notable game updates from the past week, including significant additions to Peglin, Brawl Stars featuring a SpongeBob event, and Genshin Impact's Natlan region launch. Other updates covered include new levels for Royal Match, stitch., and Temple Run: Puzzle Adventure, along with new content for Jetpack Joyride 2, Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop, Hearthstone's Battlegrounds Season 8, Toon Blast, and Royal Match.
Castle Crumble for Apple Vision Pro Is Now Available on Apple Arcade Alongside Big Updates for Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop, Crayola Adventures, and More – TouchArcade
Castle Crumble is now a universal game for Apple Arcade, supporting iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. Several other Apple Arcade titles, including Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop, Crayola Adventures, SpongeBob: Patty Pursuit, Jetpack Joyride 2, stitch., and Zookeeper World, have also received significant updates with new content and features.
Australian mobile studio Halfbrick to cut 41 members of staff
Australian 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 Australia
Halfbrick 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.
