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SayGames Announces First Vietnam Partnership with Doors Studio to Launch “BagMaster Isekai”
Global mobile publisher SayGames and Vietnamese developer Doors Studio have announced a partnership to launch the midcore game BagMaster Isekai. This collaboration marks SayGames' first with a Vietnam-based studio and highlights the growing game development scene in the region. BagMaster Isekai, built around backpack and merge mechanics, is now available globally on iOS and Android.
This Week’s Japanese Game Releases: Kingdom’s Return: Time-Eating Fruit and the Ancient Monster, PRAGMATA for Switch 2, more
This week's Japanese game releases include Kingdom's Return: Time-Eating Fruit and the Ancient Monster and PRAGMATA for Nintendo Switch 2. Other notable titles launching on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC include Kiln, Dragon Quest Smash/Grow, and Tides of Tomorrow.
Gala Games Releases Legends & Dragons on iOS and Android
Gala Games has relaunched its match-3 RPG, Legends & Dragons, on iOS and Android platforms. The game, previously known as Legends Reborn and developed by Mahoodles LLC, features PvP and empire-building elements and has garnered over 500,000 downloads. Gala Games has not detailed the specific changes made during the downtime or clarified potential blockchain integration.
Goddess of Victory: Nikke Marks 3.5 Anniversary with Global T.T. Star Idol Tour Beginning April 23 - GameHaunt
Goddess of Victory: Nikke is celebrating its 3.5 anniversary with a new event starting April 23, featuring limited-time characters Anis: Star, Neon: Vision Eye, and the free unit Avistar. The update includes new story chapters, a T.T. Star rhythm mini-game, double rewards on daily missions, and real-world landmark light shows in major global cities.
GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE CELEBRATES 3.5 ANNIVERSARY WITH GLOBAL T.T. STAR IDOL TOUR STARTING APRIL 23
Level Infinite has detailed the upcoming 3.5 Anniversary event for Goddess of Victory: Nikke, featuring a global idol comeback tour for the character Anis. The celebration includes new NIKKE characters, exclusive skins, a music-rhythm mini-game, main story chapters, and over 160 free pulls. The event also includes a global Commander Cheering Campaign with real-world landmark light-ups.
Point and Click Escape Mystery Aurora Hills: Chapter 2 Is Now Out
NovaSoft Interactive has released Aurora Hills: Chapter 2 on Android, continuing the mystery narrative of park ranger Ethan Hill investigating disappearances in West Virginia. The game features escape room-style challenges, hidden object sequences, and puzzles, with a hard mode available. It is priced at $3.99.
FunPlus’ Tiles Survive! Celebrates 20 Million Player Download Milestone
FunPlus' casual strategy survival game, Tiles Survive!, has surpassed 20 million player downloads less than a year after its July 2025 launch. The game combines tile-based exploration with settlement building and hero progression, featuring a narrative where players lead survivors against a zombie horde. Tiles Survive! is available on PC, iOS, and Android.
EdenSpark unveils monthly game jams with $250,000 total prize pool
Gaijin Entertainment has launched EdenSpark, a new open development platform featuring monthly game jams with a total annual prize pool of $250,000. Participants have 14 days each month to create games using the EdenSpark tools, with opportunities to publish directly to consoles. The initiative aims to empower creators and foster game development without requiring registered companies.
Pikmin Bloom Is Celebrating Earth Day with an Official Party Walk!
Pikmin Bloom is celebrating Earth Day with a special 'Official Party Walk' event running from April 22 to April 27. This event focuses on players collectively planting flowers, with global milestones unlocking rewards like Decor Pikmin. The event encourages participation by emphasizing collective effort towards environmental health.
Legend of Mana “Hometown of Domina” Guitar Cover Released by Square Enix
Square Enix has released a new guitar cover of the track “Hometown of Domina” from the game Legend of Mana on their official YouTube channel. The music was arranged and performed by Toru Tabei, with recording and mixing by Junichiro Ojima. Legend of Mana is available on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC, iOS, and Android.
RUNEFEST TICKETS ARE SET TO GO ON SALE 30TH APRIL
Jagex announced that tickets for RuneFest 2026 will go on sale April 30th. The event will take place on October 3rd and 4th in Birmingham, UK, and will be the largest RuneFest to date, accommodating 6,000 attendees. Two ticket tiers, Standard and Gold, will be available, with early bird pricing and pre-order merchandise options.
Wuthering Waves Version 3.3 Adds New Characters, Region, and Anniversary Events
Kuro Games announced Wuthering Waves Version 3.3, Reverbs From the End of Galaxies, launching April 30, introducing new story quests, anniversary rewards, and collaboration events with Resident Evil. The update adds two new playable characters, Hiyuki and Denia, two new weapons, a new outfit, and expands the game world with the Dimmr Plains region. System updates include a new accessory system, enhanced Expedition Motorbikes, UI improvements, and performance upgrades for PC and mobile, with the game also set to release on Xbox Series X|S in July.
Alternative app store Aptoide files antitrust lawsuit against Google, alleges "anticompetitive chokehold"
Alternative app store Aptoide has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Google in a San Francisco federal court, alleging anticompetitive practices and seeking damages. Aptoide claims Google maintains an "anticompetitive chokehold" on third-party app stores. This lawsuit follows Aptoide's previous complaint to EU antitrust authorities in 2014 and Google's recent resolution with Epic Games over similar accusations.
GeForce NOW Review (India): The Future of Gaming… Still Buffering on Mobile?
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service has launched in India, aiming to transform mobile devices into gaming machines. While it offers access to thousands of PC titles with high-fidelity streaming, a stable, high-speed internet connection and often a dedicated gamepad are essential for a good experience. The service is best suited for gamers with existing internet infrastructure and game libraries, providing a glimpse into the future of mobile gaming but not yet a fully mature solution.
More Game Releases
MONGIL: STAR DIVE, a new monster-taming RPG, is now available for free on the Epic Games Store. The game is also accessible on iOS and Android mobile devices.
Morning Audio Files
The Spotify app on Android tablets is receiving a significant redesign. This update aims to improve the user interface and experience for tablet users.
Twin Shot Deluxe launches April 30
Twin Shot Deluxe is set to launch on April 30 for Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, iOS, and Android. Further details about the game's content are expected soon.
Mutants Ate My Carrots Hops onto iOS and Android.
Dionous Games and Animatic Vision have released Mutants Ate My Carrots, a point-and-click adventure game, for iOS and Android devices. The game, also available on PC via Steam, features a dual inventory system, hand-drawn 2D graphics, and a unique story set in a fairy tale forest.
Best Games Under 5 Hours That Are Actually Worth Playing (2026) | TAG
This article highlights several games that can be completed in under five hours, arguing that shorter experiences offer significant value and impact. It features titles like What Remains of Edith Finch, Florence, and Portal, detailing their playtime, price, and platforms, and emphasizes that brevity does not equate to lesser quality.
Spotify debuts a new UI just for tablets
Spotify has launched a new user interface specifically for tablets, featuring adaptive orientation that supports both portrait and landscape layouts. The updated design includes a collapsible sidebar for larger screens, parallel browsing for simultaneous scrolling and video/lyrics viewing, and a more prominent "switch to video" toggle. This new UI is rolling out today for both iPad and Android devices.