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Never too late for censorship: Doki Doki Literature Club gets deplatformed by Google Play a decade after release
Doki Doki Literature Club has been removed from Google Play approximately a decade after its initial release due to its depiction of sensitive themes like suicide and self-harm. Creator Dan Salvato and publisher Serenity Forge are working to have the game reinstated, noting its availability on other platforms and its artistic merit in addressing dark subject matter.
New Torchlight: Infinite Season Begins Next Week, Adding Seasonal Gameplay, Permanent Mechanics, and More
XD Games is launching the new season, SS12 Lunaria, for Torchlight: Infinite on April 16, 2024, for PC and mobile platforms. This update introduces the Lunaria seasonal mechanic, a new hero named Scent Weaver Sage, the permanent Creation Engine system, and the Renewed Memories progression system. The season also coincides with the game's third anniversary and features a limited-time Midas Touch event.
Google adds E2E to Gmail for iOS and Android enterprise users
Google is rolling out end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for Gmail on Android and iOS to its enterprise users. This feature allows eligible users to compose and read encrypted emails directly within the Gmail app, enhancing privacy and data security for businesses. The functionality requires admin enablement and is available for users with specific add-ons like Assured Controls.
STEER INTO THE VEHICLES OF TAYO AND FRIENDS IN KARTRIDER RUSH+’S NEW COLLABORATION UPDATE!
NEXON Korea's mobile racing game KartRider Rush+ has launched a collaboration update with the South Korean animated series "TAYO the Little Bus." The update introduces TAYO-themed karts, items, and in-game events, allowing players to race as TAYO and his friends. The collaboration features daily and weekly missions with rewards available until April 30.
After selling over 1.5m copies and stealing most of my summer, Fantasy Life i is coming to mobile with cross-save
LEVEL-5 Inc announced that Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time will be released on iOS and Android this summer with cross-save functionality. The game, which has sold over 1.5 million copies on Nintendo Switch, combines life simulation and RPG elements. The mobile version will be a premium title and include all existing DLC and updates.
Fantasy Life i Android and iOS Mobile Ports Confirmed
Level-5 has confirmed that Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time will be released on Android and iOS mobile platforms in Summer 2026. The game will feature cross-save and cross-play functionality, similar to its previously announced versions for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.2 "So Laughed the Masses" will arrive on April 22
HoYoverse announced that Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.2, "So Laughed the Masses," will launch on April 22. The update introduces new characters Silver Wolf LV.999 and Evanescia, along with the Trailblazer on the Path of Elation. The version also features anniversary events with rewards like 20 free pulls and 1,600 Stellar Jades, and reruns of limited characters. The main story will focus on the complicated Phantasmoon Games where the ultimate reward is becoming the permanent Aeon of Elation.
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Coming to iOS and Android This Summer
Level-5 announced that Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time will be released for iOS and Android devices this Summer. This slow-life RPG allows players to choose from 14 different jobs to improve crafting skills or engage in adventuring. The game is also available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Doki Doki Literature Club removed from Google Play over depiction of sensitive themes
Doki Doki Literature Club has been removed from the Google Play Store due to alleged violations of Google's Terms of Service concerning the depiction of sensitive themes, specifically mental health issues. Publisher Serenity Forge and developer Dan Salvato are working to have the game reinstated and are exploring alternative Android distribution methods. The game remains available on iOS.
Inazuma Eleven: Cross launches in June in Japan
The free-to-play mobile game Inazuma Eleven: Cross is set to launch in Japan in June for iOS and Android devices. Further details regarding its release were not immediately available.
FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time coming to iOS, Android this summer
LEVEL-5 announced that FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time will be released for iOS and Android devices this summer. The mobile versions will feature cross-play and cross-save functionality with existing platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game allows players to build their own city, explore a new island, and travel between past and present to uncover mysteries.
LEVEL-5 and NHN PlayArt announce ‘fusion puzzle’ game Pufflings: Journey Through a Fantasy World for iOS, Android
LEVEL-5 and NHN PlayArt have announced a new fusion puzzle game titled Pufflings: Journey Through a Fantasy World. The game is set to be released on mobile platforms including iOS and Android.
Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation finds new directors
Sony's Metal Gear Solid film adaptation has new directors, Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, replacing Jordan Vogt-Roberts. The project, first announced by Hideo Kojima in 2006, aims to bring the iconic game characters to life. Separately, Google removed the visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from its Play Store for alleged violations of terms of service regarding sensitive themes.
After 9 years of acclaim for its depiction of sensitive themes, Google delists Doki Doki Literature Club for its…
Google has removed the visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from its Play Store, citing a violation of terms of service due to its depiction of sensitive themes. Lead developer Dan Salvato and publisher Serenity Forge are working to get the game reinstated and are exploring alternative distribution methods for Android devices. The game, celebrated for its handling of mental health topics, remains available on PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox.
Google removes Doki Doki Literature Club from Play Store
Google has removed the visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from its Play Store, citing violations of its terms of service regarding sensitive themes. Creator Dan Salvato and publisher Serenity Forge are working to get the game reinstated on the platform and exploring alternative Android distribution methods.
Racing Master Announces May 8 Launch in Europe, North America, and the Middle East: Pre-registration Now Open, with Exclusive Rewards for Pre-test Players!
NetEase Games announced that the mobile and PC emulator title Racing Master will launch in Europe, North America, and the Middle East on May 8, with pre-registration opening April 9. The game, developed in collaboration with Codemasters, has already seen success in Asian markets. Pre-registration rewards and a content creator campaign are also live.
Nine-year-old cult visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club has been abruptly pulled from Android for its 'depiction…
Google has removed the cult visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from the Android Play Store, citing violations of its Terms of Service related to the depiction of self-harm. The game, developed by Dan Salvato and published by Serenity Forge, remains available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and iOS. The publisher is seeking to have the game reinstated and exploring alternative Android distribution methods.
Pokémon Champions review in progress - free live service pokémon
Pokémon Champions is a free-to-play battle simulator for Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android, reminiscent of Pokémon Stadium but with modern live service elements. The game has launched in a rough state, featuring microtransactions, a battle pass, and an annual subscription, with some players experiencing bugs and lost Pokémon data. Despite its issues, the core battle mechanics are familiar, and tutorials are well-made for newcomers.
Doki Doki Literature Club Removed from Google Play Store Following Policy Violation or Is This Just Another
Doki Doki Literature Club has been removed from the Google Play Store due to alleged violations of its Terms of Service concerning sensitive themes. Developer Team Salvato and publisher Serenity Forge are working to reinstate the game on Android, while it remains available on iOS and other platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game is known for its psychological horror elements and its portrayal of mental health issues.
Punch-Out!!-Inspired Knockout 2: Wrath of the Karen Lands on Mobile
Knockout 2: Wrath of the Karen, a mobile and PC game inspired by Punch-Out!!, has been released by ExceptioNULL Games. The game features a puzzle boxing system where players investigate a crisis involving 'Karens' and resolve conflicts through fights. It includes a customizable boxer, a three-part story, and additional post-game content.
