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Google is releasing its August 2026 system updates for Android, detailing new features and improvements. The updates aim to enhance user experience and system performance across various Android devices.
Crunchyroll Brings Award-Winning Action-RPG Dungeons of Hinterberg to Android
Crunchyroll has added the action-RPG Dungeons of Hinterberg, developed by Microbird Games, to its Android subscription service. The game features dungeon crawling, magic, and a vibrant art style set in the Austrian Alps. It is available exclusively to Mega Fan and Ultimate Fan members on the Google Play Store.
A New Palworld Game Has Been Announced, And It’s Releasing Pretty Soon
Garena has announced Palworld Online, a new mobile MMORPG developed under license from Pocketpair, set to release in 2026 for iOS and Android. The game aims to bring the core Palworld experience to mobile with new story elements and MMO features. This announcement follows the recent successful 1.0 launch of the main Palworld game.
Funny Roguelike Autobattler How Many Dudes? Launches on Mobile
The roguelike autobattler How Many Dudes? has launched on Android, published by Butterscotch Shenanigans. The game challenges players to recruit a ridiculous army of unique 'dudes' to battle various enemies, with over 850,000 possible team compositions and hundreds of relics and trinkets to discover.
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Palworld has been announced for iOS and Android mobile devices. The article also briefly mentions tips for reading on phones and a new Casio fitness tracker.
Palworld Online will bring Pocketpair's IP to a mobile MMO
Publisher Garena has announced Palworld Online, a mobile MMO version of Pocketpair's creature collector sandbox, set to launch exclusively on iOS and Android devices before the end of 2026. This new iteration will lean heavier into MMO elements than the original Palworld, which recently received its official Version 1.0 release.
Idle Fantasy Opens Up Browser Play on ONEchain, No Sign-Up Queue Required
Idle Fantasy has launched a browser-based H5 version accessible without a sign-up queue, running on the ONEchain network. This idle RPG allows players to build squads, clear dungeons, and progress offline. The game's token, CEC, is minted by players holding battle pass rewards and in-game resources, with spent tokens being burned to maintain supply.
The Bronze Fury Lands: Vermithor Arrives in Game of Thrones: Dragonfire
Game of Thrones: Dragonfire has introduced Vermithor, The Bronze Fury, as its latest Legendary Champion. This new character, inspired by House of the Dragon, is a defensive unit focused on absorbing damage and punishing enemy aggression. Vermithor is available through the Shadow of the Greens campaign in the free-to-play mobile 4X strategy game.
Digimon UP Code 00000038 Security Policy Violation Error Affects Android Players
Digimon UP players on Android are experiencing a security policy violation error (Code:00000038) that prevents them from playing, even on unmodified devices. The issue is suspected to be caused by the game's anti-cheat system incorrectly flagging built-in Android gaming optimization tools. While there is no guaranteed fix, players can try disabling these features or closing background applications, though a developer-side solution may be required.
Palworld is officially getting an MMO spin-off that introduces "original story elements," but it'll only…
Palworld is officially getting an MMORPG spin-off titled Palworld Online, developed and published by Garena for mobile platforms including iOS and Android. This officially licensed title will introduce new narrative elements and expand the creature-collecting survival experience into a massively multiplayer online ecosystem. Pocketpair CEO Takuro Mizobe expressed confidence in Garena's mobile game expertise for the global launch, which is slated for release sometime this year.
Palworld Online is a new MMORPG coming to iOS and Android later this year
Garena has announced Palworld Online, an officially licensed MMORPG spinoff of the popular creature-collecting survival game, set to launch on iOS and Android later this year. This mobile-first reimagining will feature a new narrative, cooperative progression, PvE, PvP, and world bosses, with no current plans for PC or console versions. Both Garena and Pocketpair expressed enthusiasm for bringing the Palworld essence to mobile players worldwide.
Palworld Online Announced: Garena Brings Palworld to Mobile — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Garena has announced Palworld Online, a new MMORPG for iOS and Android devices, developed in collaboration with Pocketpair. The mobile game will feature an original story, a seamless open world, and core gameplay mechanics of gathering, base building, and capturing Pals for combat and cooperation. It is designed with mobile accessibility in mind, featuring a streamlined interface and optional one-tap controls.
Palworld Online is a New MMORPG for Android and iOS, Out in 2026
Garena has announced Palworld Online, a new MMORPG for Android and iOS developed in partnership with Pocketpair, set for release in 2026. The mobile title will reimagine Palworld's creature-collecting survival crafting elements with an interconnected open world, co-op features, and PvP battles. Garena president Terry Zhao emphasized preserving the original game's depth while optimizing for mobile, and Pocketpair CEO Takuro Mizobe praised Garena's mobile expertise.
Game of Thrones: Dragonfire adds Starshower, a dragon that shields the realm from the sky
Game of Thrones: Dragonfire, a mobile strategy game by Warner Bros. Boston, has introduced a new dragon named Starshower, also known as The Wishkeeper. Unlike other dragons in the franchise, Starshower's role is to protect the realm from celestial threats like meteors, rather than engage in conquest. She is unlocked through the Shadow of the Greens campaign and features a unique tactical damage kit focused on applying and consuming marks on enemy dragons.
Pokemon Go August 2026 Events: Raid Bosses, Spotlight Hours, Pokemon Debuts, And More
Pokemon Go is concluding its Forever Forward season in August 2026 with various in-game events, including new Pokemon debuts like Gigantamax Rillaboom and Mega Starmie. Players can anticipate themed events such as Arctic Embers and a Water Festival, alongside regular Raid boss rotations, Spotlight Hours, and a special event celebrating the 2026 Pokemon World Championships.
Deck-Building Auto-Battler CookieRun: Crumble Launches on Android
Devsisters has launched CookieRun: Crumble, a new deck-building auto-battler in the CookieRun series, on Android. Players command teams of up to 12 Cookies, utilizing their skills, pets, and strategic combinations to battle enemies and climb various game modes like Crumble Dungeon and Arena.
Post-apocalyptic MMO Afterglow globally launches on iOS and Android
The post-apocalyptic sandbox MMORPG Afterglow has globally launched on iOS and Android after its open beta. Developed by Shadow Counsel, the game is set in a 1980s-themed Wasteland 77 years after a nuclear war, where players survive and explore mysterious artifacts. Future updates will include new quests, enemies, dungeons, and a PvP arena.
Daughter-Raising Sim Game Volcano Princess Drops on Android with Multiple Endings
The daughter-raising simulation game Volcano Princess has launched on Android, following its initial release on PC and later on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Developed by Egg Hatcher and published on mobile by Colorful Palette, the game features a narrative-heavy experience where player choices influence the daughter's growth and lead to over 50 different endings. The mobile version includes additional content such as voiced scenes, new story elements, and an extra exploration area.
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Android phones will now automatically back up local documents to Google Drive. Separately, Zoox has begun charging passengers for rides in its new steering-wheel-free robotaxis, marking a significant step in autonomous vehicle services.
Guillermo Del Toro Begged For An Easier Dead Cells, And The Game’s Devs Answered His Call
Filmmaker Guillermo del Toro expressed a desire for a less punishing version of the game Dead Cells, specifically requesting a mode without respawning for older players. Motion Twin responded by highlighting the game's existing Assist Mode, which allows players to respawn at checkpoints rather than restarting entire runs, and offers other accessibility options like adjustable damage and auto-hit settings.
