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TURTLE BEACH LAUNCHES ALL-NEW PACIFIC SKYLINE WIRELESS CONTROLLER
Turtle Beach has launched its new Pacific Skyline Wireless Controller for Xbox, PC, and Android devices. The controller features a design inspired by the San Diego skyline, customizable RGB lighting, and premium performance features like TMR Thumbsticks and dual rumble motors. It is available exclusively at TurtleBeach.com for $89.99.
Battle Waves: Mobile Passes 20,000 Pre-Registrations Ahead of May 29 Launch
Gabriel's Games announced that its free-to-play deck-building battler, Battle Waves: Mobile, has surpassed 20,000 pre-registrations on Google Play ahead of its May 29 launch on iOS and Android. The game features 32 factions for deckbuilding, an endless single-player campaign with New Game Plus, and ranked PvP modes.
Horizon Steel Frontiers Global Testing Set to Launch in the Second Half of 2026 - GameHaunt
NCSoft has announced that Horizon Steel Frontiers will begin global beta testing in the second half of 2026, with a full free-to-play launch expected after 2027. Developed by NCSoft in partnership with Guerrilla Games using the Decima Engine, this MMORPG will be available on PC and mobile devices (iOS/Android) with cross-play support. The game will feature tactical melee combat and cooperative raids against large machines, shifting focus from the bow-centric gameplay of previous titles.
The Red Cathedral: Digital Mobile Edition of Hit Board Game Is Coming to Android
Devir is bringing the popular board game The Red Cathedral: Digital Edition to Android, iOS, PC, and Steam Deck. This digital adaptation faithfully recreates the original's resource management and rondel mechanics, allowing for cross-play across all platforms. The game challenges players to construct a cathedral for Tsar Ivan the Terrible, competing for prestige and the Tsar's favor.
First Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Crossover Involves Record Keeper
Square Enix's mobile game Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy will receive its first crossover event with Final Fantasy Record Keeper on May 19, 2026. This event will introduce new abilities themed around Final Fantasy Record Keeper and offer in-game rewards like tickets, icons, and wallpapers, though no new characters will be added to Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy during this period. The crossover will be available on Android and iOS devices.
XSOLLA AND SKICH ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP TO BRING MERCHANT OF RECORD PAYMENTS TO AN ALTERNATIVE MOBILE GAME MARKETPLACE
Xsolla and Skich have announced a strategic partnership where Xsolla will act as the Merchant of Record for payments on Skich's alternative mobile game marketplace. This collaboration aims to simplify monetization for developers by handling payments, tax compliance, and commerce infrastructure for games distributed through Skich on iOS in the EU and Android globally.
Hitman: Absolution Drops a New Contracts Mode on Mobile for Free
Feral Interactive has released a free update for Hitman: Absolution on Android, introducing the Contracts Mode. This asynchronous multiplayer feature allows players to create custom assassination puzzles by setting targets and conditions within existing story missions. Players can then challenge others to match or beat their performance to earn rewards and unlock new items.
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Feral Interactive has released Contracts mode for Hitman: Absolution as a free update on iOS and Android devices. This new mode allows players to create and share their own custom challenges within the game.
Medabots Card Robattle RB Demo Appears on Switch in Japan
Imagineer has released a public demo for Medabots Card Robattle RB on the Japanese Nintendo eShop, allowing players to preview the upcoming card battle game. The full release, featuring two versions, Kabuto and Kuwagata, is scheduled for June 25, 2026, in Japan. A demo based on the Kuwagata version is available, with save data transferable to the Kabuto version.
Scary Alone, Hilarious Together! Face Ancient Horrors and Deadly Traps With Friends in Tomb Busters, coming to mobile and PC on May 27
Giant Games announced that its co-op horror looter extraction game, Tomb Busters, will launch globally on PC, iOS, and Android on May 27, 2026. The game, which has achieved over 200 million downloads in China, features cooperative gameplay with up to four players delving into tombs filled with traps and monsters inspired by Chinese folklore. Pre-registration is now open for mobile platforms.
"Yokaze Night 2026.05.14" Broadcast: New Footage for "ghostpia Season Two" and the 6th Anniversary of "Unreal Life"
The indie game label Yokaze, led by room6, broadcast its "Yokaze Night 2026.05.14" program, revealing new trailers and gameplay for upcoming titles. Highlights included the first footage of ghostpia Season Two, the Steam remake of In Dark Recall, and the announcement of :(BLUE SCLEAN. The broadcast also celebrated the 6th anniversary of Unreal Life and introduced several new games joining the Yokaze label.
Interview: Learning More About the Vampire Farming Sim Moonlight Peaks
Yannis Bolman, CEO of Little Chicken and Director of Moonlight Peaks, discusses the upcoming vampire farming simulation. The game aims to blend traditional farming sim elements with a unique supernatural twist, featuring vampires, witches, and werewolves. Bolman also touches on player feedback from the demo, romance options, and potential post-launch content for the game, which is set to release on July 7, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PC, and Android.
The Red Cathedral - The Awarded Boardgame for 1-4 Players will Release This Fall for Steam and Mobile
Devir announced that the digital edition of the award-winning board game The Red Cathedral will be released this fall for PC via Steam and mobile devices (Android and iOS) with cross-play support. The turn-based strategy game challenges players to manage resources to build a cathedral and gain the Tsar's favor, with over 100,000 physical units sold.
Hitman: Absolution - Contracts mode now available as a free update on iOS and Android
Feral Interactive has released a free update for Hitman: Absolution on iOS and Android, adding the player-created Contracts mode. This mode allows players to design and share their own assassination assignments, with online leaderboards and featured contracts available. A Nintendo Switch update is planned for a later release.
Nexus Launches Frost Kingdom on CROSS Mainnet
Nexus has launched Frost Kingdom, a mobile strategy game featuring medieval themes and merge-driven gameplay, developed by an external studio. The global version integrates blockchain technology via the CROSS mainnet, while a domestic version caters to the Korean market. The game also utilizes AI-agent-based automation for its operations, a pioneering approach for optimizing game management.
Arknights and Happy Lemon Collaboration Launching in US Locations Starting May 13 - GameHaunt
Arknights: Endfield is collaborating with Happy Lemon for a limited-time promotion across all U.S. Happy Lemon stores from May 13 to June 14, 2026. This event features four signature bubble tea drinks inspired by game characters and offers special bundles with in-game redemption codes. A special event will be held on May 23, 2026, at the Convoy Street location in San Diego.
Marmalade Game Drops a New Expansion with the Poland Map for Ticket to Ride
Marmalade Game Studio has released the Ticket to Ride: Poland Expansion, featuring a new map and mechanics like Country Coins. This expansion, previously a physical board game, is now available on iOS, Android, Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Players can also receive a free Ferris locomotive token until June 1st, 2026, to celebrate the game's tenth expansion.
ACECRAFT: Sky Hero returns to the United States with new features, Pilot line-up, and patience rewards for players
Skystone Games has relaunched ACECRAFT: Sky Hero in the United States for iOS and Android, introducing new features like the Pappo system for pilot progression and a refreshed pilot lineup. Players will receive daily patience rewards, including Diamonds and Recruit Tickets, to help them re-engage with the game. The mobile shoot'em up aims to blend classic arcade action with roguelike mechanics.
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Spotify has rolled back a 30% price increase in a key market, following user frustration with a new "Wrapped-like" experience that reportedly broke the platform. The company's recent changes have led to significant user dissatisfaction.
Marmalade Game Studio Gives a Free Token to Celebrate the Ticket to Ride: Poland Expansion Launch
Marmalade Game Studio has launched the Ticket to Ride: Poland Expansion on digital platforms including Steam, iOS, Android, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. To celebrate, all players will receive a free Ferris locomotive token. The expansion adapts the physical board game, introducing new mechanics like Country Coins and characters.
