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Mobile Brawler DCKO Featuring DC Characters Announced
Drop Fake, a new studio with former Marvel Contest of Champions developers, has announced its first title, DCKO, a mobile brawler featuring DC characters. The game is set to launch on Android and iOS in 2027, offering fast-paced, arcade-style fighting with a roster including Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman. DCKO will feature real-time PvP, 2-on-2 tag battles, a PvE campaign with a story mode, and unlockable character costumes, all presented in a Neo-Comic art style.
The Best Android Superhero Games – Updated!
This article lists the best superhero games available on Android devices, focusing on premium titles with one-off payments and free-to-play options with in-app purchases. Featured games include Marvel Contest of Champions, Marvel Puzzle Quest, Invincible: Guarding The Globe, Batman: The Enemy Within, Injustice 2, and Marvel Future Fight, highlighting their gameplay mechanics and appeal to fans of the respective comic universes.
Marvel Contest of Champions studio Kabam lays off unknown number of staff in LA office consolidation
Kabam, the developer behind Marvel Contest of Champions, has laid off an unspecified number of employees as it consolidates its Los Angeles office. The company stated the decision was not made lightly and that it remains focused on its current projects and partners. This follows previous layoffs at Kabam in 2022 and 2023.
Kabam consolidating LA office and making layoffs
Kabam, the developer of Marvel Contest of Champions, is consolidating its Los Angeles office, which has resulted in an unspecified number of layoffs. A spokesperson confirmed the operational streamlining but declined to comment on the job cuts. The company acquired its LA presence in 2015 and later had its Vancouver studio and assets, including Marvel Contest of Champions, acquired by Netmarble in 2016.
Evening Patches
Several games have received updates, including Marvel Contest of Champions which is now live with version 57.0.0. Scriptorium: Master of Manuscripts has also received a free major content update. Star Wars: The Old Republic has also seen a Cartel update.
NETMARBLE REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2026 FINANCIAL RESULTS
Netmarble reported first quarter 2026 financial results with $444.97 million in revenue and $57.29 million in EBITDA. CEO Byung-gyu Kim noted that while new releases late in the quarter limited their immediate revenue contribution, the company expects accelerated growth in the second quarter. Upcoming titles include expansions for Game of Thrones: Kingsroad and SOL: enchant, with further releases planned for the second half of the year.
The Gameplay of Gacha
Gacha games continue to dominate the mobile market due to their integration of popular intellectual properties and engaging role-playing game mechanics. These games leverage psychological elements like the chase and fear of missing out, combined with continuous content updates and competitive features, to maintain player engagement and drive monetization. While some gacha designs can be manipulative, successful titles demonstrate significant investment in ongoing development and player retention strategies.
Blue Archive’s Winter Sky’s Renaissance ~Thesis on Cultural Exchange~ Update Live
The "Winter Sky’s Renaissance ~Thesis on Cultural Exchange~" update for Blue Archive is now live, featuring new students Takane and Yakumo from Red Winter Federal Academy. The event story follows these students as they attempt to sell books in Trinity General School and concludes on April 20. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for Fracture Field, KuloNiku: Bowl Up!, Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust, Marvel Contest of Champions, Ascenders: Beyond the Peak, and Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together.
Ruby Thursday and Doctor Bong Coming to Marvel Contest of Champions
Kabam's Marvel Contest of Champions is adding two new villains, Ruby Thursday and Doctor Bong, in April. Ruby Thursday will be available on April 9, while Doctor Bong can be obtained on April 23 or through a Double Track event starting April 8. The game is available on PC via Steam, and mobile devices through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
Check Out The Latest Events In ‘Marvel Future Fight’ & ‘Marvel Contest of Champions’ – TouchArcade
Marvel Future Fight and Marvel Contest of Champions are currently hosting new in-game events. Marvel Future Fight's event is inspired by Invincible Iron Man, adding new uniforms for Iron Man and Rescue, and a new World Boss. Marvel Contest of Champions introduces new champions Count Nefaria and Shathra, along with new quests and a 10-year anniversary celebration called Glorious Games.
MÖRK BORG Heresy Supreme EP Now Available
The MÖRK BORG Heresy Supreme EP, featuring various artists contributing to the MÖRK BORG universe's themes of doom metal and apocalyptic dread, is now available. The EP can be purchased for 1€ on Bandcamp, and the related video game MÖRK BORG Heresy Supreme is available to wishlist on Steam.
Pixie and Madelyne Pryor Joining Marvel Contest of Champions in March
Marvel Contest of Champions is adding two new characters, Pixie and Madelyne Pryor, in March. Pixie will be available on March 12, followed by Madelyne Pryor on March 26. Players can also claim free profile pictures and Champion Selectors starting March 24.
How recent laws impact game design, from in-game chat to notifications
Recent and upcoming laws are significantly impacting game design, particularly concerning dark patterns, in-game chat, notifications, loot boxes, and virtual currencies. Developers must navigate regulations like the DMCCA and DSA to avoid misleading practices and ensure transparency, especially regarding in-app purchases and player interactions. The EU AI Act also introduces new labeling requirements for AI-generated content.
