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Guild of Guardians Opens Dungeons Early Access on the Vanguard Server
Guild of Guardians has launched its Dungeons feature in Early Access on the Vanguard Server, available via browser. This update introduces idle loot RPG combat mechanics where players can utilize existing NFT assets for stat bonuses. Developed by Guardians Guild Limited, the game is built on Ethereum and Immutable zkEVM and is available on iOS and Android.
Netmarble’s popular PC/mobile MMO Vampir is coming westward, opens global registrations
Netmarble announced the upcoming global release of its PC and mobile MMORPG, Vampir, which previously launched in South Korea and other Asian regions. The game features a dark vampire theme and gothic horror setting, with cross-platform support planned for Android, iOS, PC via Netmarble, and the Epic Games Store. Pre-registration is now open, offering players a variety of rewards.
3D Point-And-Click Adventure Tiny Room Stories Eclipse Launches on Android
Kiary Games has released Tiny Room Stories: Eclipse, a 3D point-and-click puzzle adventure game, on Android. The game features mysteries, hidden objects, and escape-room mechanics set in various atmospheric locations like forests and bunkers. It also supports one-handed controls and offline play.
Ananta Release Date Leaks & Later Confirmed at Gamesom
The free-to-play open-world RPG Ananta, developed by NetEase Games and Naked Rain, had its release date confirmed at Gamescom for January 15, 2027, after an earlier leak. Players will navigate an influencer-driven world, building a social media following to complete missions and save the world. Pre-registration is now open for Android, iOS, PC, and PlayStation.
Android’s Motion Assist Dots Actually Stop Car Sickness [Hands-On]
Google has begun rolling out a new Android feature called Motion Assist, designed to reduce motion sickness experienced by passengers in moving vehicles. The feature uses the phone's sensors to display dots on the screen that move in sync with the vehicle's motion, counteracting the sensory conflict that causes nausea. While the rollout is staggered, the feature offers adjustable opacity, shapes, and colors, and can be set to activate automatically.
What is the release date of Ananta?
Naked Rain and NetEase Games' free-to-play open-world action-RPG Ananta is set to launch on January 15, 2027. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, PC, Android, and iOS, featuring exploration of Nova City and Chongxiao's Lingyun City.
Digital Car Keys: The Failure Modes Worth Planning For
This article analyzes potential failure modes of digital car key technology, moving beyond the common fear of a dead phone battery. It discusses security advantages over traditional fobs, such as resistance to relay attacks, but also highlights risks like phone theft and software glitches. The piece advises users to maintain traditional backups like physical fobs and practice good digital security habits.
Ananta is Coming to PC, PS5, Android, and iOS on January 15th
Naked Rain has announced that its open-world title Ananta will launch on January 15th for PC, PlayStation 5, Android, and iOS. The game features a blend of stealth, parkour, and combat, with players exploring two distinct cities and uncovering hidden truths. Ananta, formerly known as Project Mugen, focuses on the adventures of A.C.D. agents.
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Is Finally Out on Mobile!
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, developed and published by Level-5, has been released on Android for $24.99, following its May 2025 launch on PC and consoles. The mobile version includes cross-play and cross-save features, along with exclusive costumes inspired by Professor Layton and Yo-kai Watch. The game allows players to explore a mysterious island, travel through time, and utilize a job system with 14 different 'Lives' to rebuild the land.
NetEase’s Sea of Remnants teases closed beta, Gamescom reveals, and launch platforms
NetEase and Joker Studio have announced that their upcoming multiplayer Age of Sail game, Sea of Remnants, will be having a closed beta test. The game is confirmed to be launching on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Android, iOS, ASUS ROG Ally, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. Further details, including the beta's timing, will be revealed at Gamescom, where a 20-minute demo will also be available.
What to try when an Android app keeps crashing
This guide provides troubleshooting steps for when an Android app repeatedly crashes. It suggests trying alternative solutions before resorting to restarting the entire phone.
The Big Question: What's your video game happy place?
Several Eurogamer staff members share their personal 'happy places' in video games, discussing titles that offer comfort, nostalgia, or a sense of accomplishment. These range from the expansive exploration of No Man's Sky and the challenging yet meditative worlds of FromSoftware games to the simple joys found in games like Super Mario 64 and Rollercoaster Tycoon Classic.
Calamity Wraps Sunforge Season With Servers Live and No Wipe as Factory, Cosmetics Mint Approach
Calamity has concluded its Sunforge Season, which ran for eight weeks and featured a $20,000 prize pool. The game's servers remain online with no progress wipe, allowing players to keep their seasonal gear and Gold. Upcoming updates include a Factory and cosmetics NFT mint, a new biome, dungeons, an off-season event, community tournaments, and a new game mode. The WYRM token generation event (TGE) still has no confirmed date.
Gangstar Mirage City Online Brings the Series Back with a New Open-World PvP Title
Gameloft's Gangstar series returns after a nine-year hiatus with Gangstar Mirage City Online, a new open-world PvP title published by Level Infinite for Android. The game features heists, garages, street clashes, and a reputation system within the fictional Mirage City. Players can engage in co-op heists, explore the neon-lit streets, run underground businesses, and participate in casual PvP battles and races, with a Notoriety system impacting gameplay when players engage in player-versus-player combat.
Wobbly Life Just Landed on Mobile, So Grandma Can Finally Make Everyone Get a Job
Wobbly Life, a physics-based open-world sandbox adventure, has been released on Android and iOS by Curve Games and RubberBandGames. The mobile version includes all original content, the Space update, and supports cross-platform multiplayer for up to four players. The game is available for $8.99 on Android as part of a launch sale.
NCsoft’s anime OARPG Limit Zero Breakers opens signups for September ‘Frontier’ closed beta
NCsoft is opening signups for the second closed beta test, dubbed the 'Frontier Test,' for its anime-inspired action RPG, Limit Zero Breakers. The test will feature expanded content including new story chapters, raids, and characters, along with gameplay improvements based on player feedback. The beta will be available on PC via Steam and for Android devices, with signups beginning soon.
Dogpile Is a Cute, Thinky, Merge Game Where You Merge Dogs!
The merge game Dogpile, developed by Studio Folly and Toot Games, has been released on Android and Nintendo Switch after its initial PC launch. The game features a roguelike deckbuilder mechanic where players merge dogs into larger ones, requiring strategic placement and smart purchases. Dogpile is free-to-try on Android with a one-time purchase to unlock the full game.
LIMIT ZERO BREAKERS Announces Second Closed Beta Test for PC and Mobile | Invision Game Community
NC and VIC GAME STUDIOS have announced the second closed beta test, named the "Frontier Test," for their upcoming anime-inspired action RPG, LIMIT ZERO BREAKERS. The five-day test will run from September 9 to September 13 on PC via Steam and mobile devices (Android and iOS), featuring new story content, raids, characters, and gameplay improvements based on player feedback.
Fight or Kite: Guild Wars Reforged on mobile brings quick-shot PvP to my pocket
Guild Wars Reforged has been released on mobile, offering players the chance to experience the classic MMORPG's PvP on their phones. The free-to-download client allows existing ArenaNet accounts to be used, bringing characters and progress over. While the mobile interface requires adjustment, the core gameplay, particularly the Random Arenas, remains a compelling draw for quick PvP sessions.
Nintendo Today 4.1.0 update out now, patch notes
The Nintendo Today app has received update version 4.1.0, which allows users to select multiple themes and have one displayed randomly each day. The update also includes support for Gamescom 2026 and bug fixes. Previous updates added support for the Fire Emblem theme.
