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New Pokemon announced for Pokemon Unite
Pokemon Unite has announced the upcoming addition of new Pokemon characters, including Typhlosion, Feraligatr, and Meganium, throughout April and May. These characters will join the free-to-play MOBA available on iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch. Further details on their abilities will be released soon.
Best Android Local Multiplayer Games
This guide highlights the best local multiplayer games available on Android, catering to various playstyles including same-device and WiFi-based multiplayer. The list features popular titles like Minecraft, The Jackbox Party Pack Series, and Among Us, offering fun experiences for friends playing together.
The Bathtub Just Got Dangerous: "Total Washout: Surf Arcade" Brings High-Stakes Bullet Hell to iOS and Android
Super Smith Bros LTD has launched "Total Washout: Surf Arcade" for iOS and Android devices. This bullet hell action game features one-touch surfing controls, over 200 challenges, and extensive customization options for players' ducks. The game is available for free and is released in memory of co-founder Steven Smith.
“Nekopara Sekai Connect” Launches Simultaneously in Japan and Worldwide — Up to 220 Free Gacha Pulls Available
Good Smile Company and NEKO WORKs have launched their new mobile game, Nekopara Sekai Connect, globally on iOS and Android. The game, a catgirl community RPG and the latest in the Nekopara series, is also scheduled for a Steam release in fall 2026. Players can receive up to 220 free gacha pulls through login bonuses, and a limited-time event featuring new songs and rewards begins on April 17.
Viking Rise Celebrates Its Third Anniversary With In-Game Festivities and A Grand Prize Holiday For One Lucky Winner
Viking Rise is celebrating its third anniversary with a month-long in-game event featuring new gameplay, rewards, and a grand prize trip to Singapore. The game, which boasts over 67 million registered users, includes several limited-time events such as 'Anniversary Wish' and 'Norn's Thread', offering players chances to win exclusive items and a spectator pack for the 2026 Viking Rise World Championship.
5 Cozy Games Launch This Week Across PC, Console & Mobile
Five cozy games are launching within a 48-hour window across PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, mobile, and other platforms, signaling a growing market for thoughtful gameplay. Titles include Cleaning Up!, Tomodachi Life, Gecko Gods, Opus: Prism Peak, and Hello Kitty Island Adventure City Town, developed by a mix of indie and major publishers.
Honor Magic 8 Lite – New Kind of Phone
The Honor Magic 8 Lite is a mid-range smartphone that prioritizes durability, battery life, and design over raw specifications. It features a robust build with IP68/IP69K ratings and drop resistance, a vibrant 120Hz AMOLED display, and an impressive 7500 mAh battery offering up to three days of use. While its Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset and 108 MP camera are capable for everyday tasks, they are not top-tier, but the overall package offers strong value for its price.
Retro handheld maker Anbernic's latest device has a swiveling display
Retro handheld maker Anbernic has revealed its new device, the RG Rotate, featuring a unique 1:1 swiveling display similar to older flip phones. The device will run on Android, feature an aluminum alloy frame, and include a proprietary ultra-thin alloy hinge. Anbernic has not yet announced pricing for the RG Rotate.
GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE 3.5 ANNIVERSARY UPDATE LIVESTREAM COMING APRIL 18
Level Infinite and SHIFT UP will host a livestream on April 18th to reveal details about the upcoming 3.5 Anniversary update for Goddess of Victory: Nikke. The broadcast will showcase new characters, rewards, and a global campaign, and will also announce the winner of the fourth annual NIKKE Global Popularity Poll. Goddess of Victory: Nikke is available on PC, iOS, and Android.
Persona 5 Big Band Concert Gets New Character Illustrations
Atlus has released new character illustrations for the upcoming Persona 5 Special Big Band Concerts scheduled for June 30 and July 30, 2026. The article also mentions Persona 5: The Phantom X is available on PC and mobile, and confirms a remake of Persona 4, titled Persona 4 Revival, is in development for multiple platforms including Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5.
Dissidia Duellum Adds Balthier and Firion with New Character Trailers
Square Enix has released new trailers for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing the addition of Balthier from Final Fantasy XII and Firion from Final Fantasy II. The 3v3 team-based boss battle game, available on iOS and Android, features a combat system focused on purifying crystals and performing Bravery Bursts against bosses.
Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis Chapter 10 “Looming Threat” Arrives April 15
Square Enix announced that Chapter 10, "Looming Threat," for Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis will be released on April 15, 2026. This chapter continues the main Final Fantasy VII narrative and includes elements from the entire compilation. The game is available on iOS, Android, PC via Steam, and has achieved 11 million downloads.
Cult horror game Doki Doki Literature Club pulled from Google Play Store for its "depiction of sensitive themes" and content that "violates" its TOS
Doki Doki Literature Club has been removed from the Google Play Store due to its depiction of sensitive themes and violation of terms of service. Developer Team Salvato and publisher Serenity Forge are working to reinstate the game on the platform and explore alternative Android distribution methods. The cult psychological horror visual novel remains available on iOS, Steam, Nintendo Switch, PC, and PlayStation.
Etheria: Restart Season SS4 Begins Today, Adding New Progression System, Characters, And More
XD Games has launched the new season for Etheria: Restart, titled SS4 Loong’s Thunder: Shattered Dawn, which will run until June 10, 2026. This update introduces the Tactical Imprint progression system, new Components, and the Hyper Kernel factory system for resource gathering. Five new characters, Xuan Chi, Rimeheart Dinah, Luvia, Qano, and Sharon, will be added throughout the season, alongside balance adjustments for existing characters. Etheria: Restart is available for free on PC, iOS, and Android.
Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.2 “So Laughed the Masses” Launches April 22 with Anniversary Rewards
Honkai: Star Rail's Version 4.2 update, "So Laughed the Masses," launches on April 22, coinciding with the game's third anniversary. The update introduces new characters like Silver Wolf and Evanescia, expands the main story with escalating stakes in the Phantasmoon Games, and offers a wealth of anniversary rewards including Stellar Jades and character pulls. The update will be available on PC, mobile devices, Epic Games Store, and PlayStation 5.
Epic set to release Arc Raiders-like extraction shooter with Disney characters by the end of the year
Epic Games is reportedly developing an extraction shooter similar to Arc Raiders, featuring Disney characters, with a planned release by the end of the year. Despite internal concerns about gameplay originality, Epic and Disney are committed to their long-term collaboration, which aims to build a connected universe of gaming and entertainment experiences.
Google Removes Doki Doki Literature Club from Play Store Without Explanation
Google has removed the critically acclaimed indie game Doki Doki Literature Club from the Google Play Store without providing a specific explanation to developer Team Salvato, citing a Terms of Service violation. The removal has sparked community backlash, with many criticizing the lack of human review and transparency in the decision-making process, especially given the game's themes of digital manipulation and loss of agency.
Arknights Endfield “At the Wake of Spring” Update Launches April 17
GRYPHLINE announced that Arknights: Endfield will launch its "At the Wake of Spring" update on April 17, 2026, continuing the Wuling storyline and introducing the playable character Zhuang Fangyi. The update expands Wuling with new exploration content, a Test Area for restoration efforts, and puzzle-solving. It also enhances the game's industrial systems with new outposts, resources, and production options, alongside new events and quality-of-life improvements. Arknights: Endfield is available on PlayStation 5, PC, iOS, and Android.
10 Open-World Games That Actually Respect Your Time (2026) | TAG
This article ranks 10 open-world games that respect players' time by offering meaningful content, natural stopping points, and efficient traversal. Games like A Short Hike, Outer Wilds, and Assassin's Creed Mirage are highlighted for their design philosophies that prioritize player time over excessive filler. The author emphasizes that game design, not just length, determines if an open-world experience respects the player's schedule.
Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up several new and upcoming indie games, highlighting titles like the roguelite Minos, the CloverPit DLC Unholy Fusion, and the battle royale typing game Final Sentence. It also features previews for People of Note, Tamashika, Nippets, Dead As Disco, Call of the Elder Gods, and Long Gone, covering their gameplay, platforms, and release details.