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Mario Kart Tour Is Getting Off Course, Announces EOS After 7 Years
Nintendo has announced the end of service for its mobile game Mario Kart Tour, which launched in September 2019. The game will officially shut down on September 29th, after seven years of operation. Sales of premium currency have been suspended, and automatic Gold Pass renewals are off, with players receiving subscription benefits for the remaining time.
Less than 3 years after it launched on Steam, the Final Fantasy 7 gacha game is closing
Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will cease operations on October 6, less than three years after its launch. The sale of in-game currency has already been halted, and the game will be permanently taken offline. While the reasons were not specified, the game received mixed reviews on Steam and has seen a decline in player numbers.
17 years later, Minecraft is finally adding somewhere to sit
Minecraft is introducing craftable cushions and new straw beds in its latest preview build, allowing players new ways to rest. These additions come as Mojang, an Xbox-owned studio, is impacted by significant layoffs affecting numerous gaming companies.
PUBG MOBILE'S VERSION 4.5 UPDATE INTRODUCES ONE OF ITS BIGGEST-EVER COLLABORATIONS WITH NARUTO SHIPPUDEN
PUBG MOBILE's Version 4.5 Update introduces a major collaboration with the anime series Naruto Shippuden, featuring themed game modes, iconic locations, ninjutsu abilities, and character sets. The update also includes new content for World of Wonder and Metro Royale, alongside upcoming collaborations with Scuderia Ferrari HP. This update aims to provide players with extensive new experiences and rewards, including one of the game's largest giveaways.
NTE: Version 1.2 “999 Nights” Launches Today
NTE (Neverness to Everness) has launched its Version 1.2 update, titled "999 Nights," across all platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android. This update introduces a new tabletop-inspired RPG adventure set on the Warren Continent, featuring new characters, limited-time gacha boards for obtaining characters Shinku and Iroi, a new vehicle called the Draco, and new in-game events like "Shadow-n-Seek" and "Going, Going, Gone!" The update also adds new mechanics such as Riichi Mahjong and Sea Angler.
FIND YOUR PIGEON SOULMATE THIS AUGUST
Pigeon: A Love Story, a simulator developed by Wristwork and published by Tiny Dragon, will launch on August 6th, 2026, for PC, iOS, and Android. The game allows players to search for their soulmate pigeon in five major cities, including London, Paris, Amsterdam, New York, and Tokyo. An updated demo featuring a new rooftop landing mechanic is available now on Steam.
Mario Kart Tour to go offline in September
Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour, the mobile version of its popular racing game, will cease operations on September 30, 2026. In-game purchases and automatic Gold Pass renewals have been disabled, and the game will no longer be playable after the specified date. Nintendo has confirmed there are no plans for an offline version.
Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis is shutting down after 3 years, as Square Enix twists the knife for fans of a lost 2004 spin-off that's only just making a comeback in the RPG
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will cease operations on October 6, 2026, citing difficulties in maintaining the service. The gacha game, which retells the entire Final Fantasy 7 compilation, launched on mobile and Steam in September and December 2023, respectively. In an ironic twist, a remake of the 2004 mobile game Final Fantasy 7: Before Crisis, which never released outside Japan, has just launched within Ever Crisis.
The long-running Mario Kart Tour is shutting down soon
Nintendo has announced that the mobile game Mario Kart Tour will be shutting down soon. The game, available on iOS and Android devices, has been an entertaining entry in the Mario Kart series. An official end of service post has been published by Nintendo.
Digimon Up Brings the Digivice Dream to Mobile on July 15
Digimon Up, a free-to-play monster-raising RPG, is launching on July 15 for iOS and Android devices. Developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment, the game aims to replicate the nostalgic Digivice experience by allowing players to raise, train, and bond with their Digimon on the go. The title will feature in-app purchases and loot boxes.
Nintendo announces that Mario Kart Tour is shutting down
Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour will cease operations on September 29, 2026, at 11 PM PT. The sale of in-game currency has already ended, and there are no plans for an offline version. Gold Pass benefits will be made available for free to all players until the service concludes.
500,000 Players Later—Dice of Kalma Gets a Major New Update & New Cinematic Trailer
Pepperbox Studios has released a major "Funeral Fashion" update for their deckbuilding roguelike, Dice of Kalma, introducing a new cosmetic system for player customization. The update also adds six new skulls and royal capes to supporter packs. The game has surpassed 500,000 players worldwide and is available on PC, iOS, and Android.
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis Shutting Down Oct 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Square Enix will shut down the free-to-play RPG Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis on October 7, 2026. Players can no longer purchase premium currency, and the game will remain playable until the shutdown date. Refunds for unused premium currency are being offered to players in Taiwan, but not the Philippines. The game launched on iOS and Android in September 2023 and on PC via Steam in December 2023, but failed to maintain a significant player base despite featuring the story of a young Sephiroth.
Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy Studio Boss Acknowledges Issues, Says Players Still Enjoyed It
Thomas Williamson, CEO of Grove Street Games, acknowledged the widespread criticism and bugs affecting Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – Definitive Edition. While admitting the release had issues, he stated internal metrics showed many players enjoyed the remastered titles. Williamson also suggested that a truly perfect redux would require direct involvement from Rockstar Games.
Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis End-of-Service Announced for October 6th
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will cease service on October 6th, with in-game purchases already disabled. Planned events will continue until the shutdown. The company will delete player data post-service, and refunds for unused currency will be available for players in Taiwan. Originally launched in September 2023 for mobile and December 2023 for PC, the game aimed to retell iconic moments from the Final Fantasy 7 saga.
Hustle and Grift Through the 90s in The Big Con, Out Now on Android
The Big Con, a narrative-driven adventure game set in the 1990s, is now available on Android. Players control Ali, a high school student who orchestrates scams across America to save her mother's video store. The game features comedy, improvisation, and a strong sense of nostalgia for the 90s era.
Teamfight Tactics temporarily kills MacOS support, as Riot works on long term fix
Riot Games has temporarily removed MacOS support for Teamfight Tactics following patch 18.1, as they work on a long-term fix and transition away from Hextech for Unreal Engine. While the company assures players that account data and content will remain unaffected, Mac users will need to wait for a future update to regain access to the game on their platform.
Here's what all of those Android status bar icons mean
This article explains the various icons that appear in the status bar of an Android phone. It aims to help users understand the information conveyed by these symbols at the top of their device's screen.
Pokemon GO 10th anniversary broadcast announced
Niantic has announced a 10th anniversary broadcast for Pokemon GO, scheduled for Thursday, July 9th. The live stream will feature community content creators and detail the company's plans to celebrate the mobile game's decade-long run on iOS and Android.
Fortunes of Battle is now available on iOS and Android!
Fortunes of Battle, a new dungeon crawler with strategic dice-driven combat and unique heroes, is now available on iOS and Android. Players can discover powerful weapons and relics as they progress through a world filled with treasure and dangerous creatures.
