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Roguelite Beat ’Em Up Absolum is Heading to Mobile Soon!
The roguelite beat 'em up Absolum is set to launch on Android and iOS on November 5th, 2026, published by Playdigious. The game, which previously released on PC and consoles in October 2025, features arcade-style combat with roguelite mechanics, multiple playable heroes, and a two-player online co-op mode.
Helium Rush: Zombie Smash - Free Online Browser Game
Helium Rush: Zombie Smash is a free-to-play browser game that combines strategy with physics-based puzzle mechanics. Players launch objects to destroy structures and defeat zombies, with a full Android version available on Google Play.
Triomatica Games Drops Chapter 1 of I Want to Play the Villain! on Mobile
Triomatica Games has released Chapter 1 of its theatre-themed logic puzzle game, I Want to Play the Villain!, as a free standalone mobile demo titled Villain!. The full game, featuring hand-drawn 2D animation and a modular narrative structure, is slated for release across PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch in early 2027.
Football Manager 27: Release Window, Platforms, and First Feature Details
Football Manager 27 is set to launch in November 2026, returning to its traditional release window. Sports Interactive is focusing on overhauling the user interface to be more intuitive and reintroducing key community features to rebuild player trust after the reception of Football Manager 26. The game will be available on PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
Bendy in Nightmare Run Returns as Bendy’s Nightmare Run on Mobile
The mobile game Bendy in Nightmare Run has returned to Android under the new name Bendy's Nightmare Run. Originally launched in 2018, the endless runner spin-off of Bendy and the Ink Machine was previously removed due to disputes between developers Joey Drew Studios and Phatmojo. The game is now published by Joey Drew Studios.
Honkai: Nexus Anima could be the free-to-play Pokémon killer
Hoyoverse's upcoming free-to-play creature collector, Honkai: Nexus Anima, was previewed at Gamescom 2026. The game features auto-battles and unique creature designs with abstract 'Aspects' like Love and Reality, differentiating it from traditional creature collectors. Concerns exist around its gacha mechanics and monetization, though the game is set to release on PC, iOS, and Android.
Build the Right Bag of Die in Dice A Million, Out Now!
Dice A Million, a roguelike deckbuilder focused on reaching one million points by rolling dice, has launched on Android, iOS, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The multi-platform release coincides with an update adding new features like Boss Rerolls, a new hand called Cyan Hand, and additional dice and rings. The game is available for free on the Google Play Store.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – September 2026 round-up
This September 2026 round-up highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android, including Lara Croft And The Temple Of Osiris, the free update for Ball x Pit, and the puzzle game Servant Of The Lake. Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor receives a paid expansion, while Chillquarium offers a relaxing idle experience. Galactic Outlaw: Tower Defence is criticized for its microtransactions and lack of engaging gameplay.
Greek Mythology Inspires New Match-3 Roguelite Gods of the Grid
Gods of the Grid, a new match-3 roguelite RPG inspired by Greek mythology, is now available for Android and can be wishlisted on Steam for PC, with a demo also available. The game features elemental weaknesses, strategic rune matching, and a progression system with boons and relics unlocked between battles.
Match 3 Puzzles Meet RPG Battles In Gods Of The Grid
Gods Of The Grid, a Match 3 game with RPG elements and a Greek mythology theme, has launched on Android and iOS. Players match shapes to cast spells, battle monsters, and gain boons for permanent upgrades. The game is free to try with a one-time fee to unlock all content.
How To Send High-Quality Images And Videos From Android To iPhone
This guide provides methods for sending high-quality images and videos from Android devices to iPhones, ensuring that the clarity of the media is preserved during the transfer process.
Konami's Wai Wai World Craft Allows Anyone to Make Games
Konami has announced Wai Wai World Craft, a game-building platform that will allow users to create and play games on PC, iOS, and Android. The platform, which focuses on Konami characters, will feature intuitive tools for beginners, including an AI assistant called Magic Pod for those who cannot code. Players will be able to publish their creations with one click, and cross-play is expected.
Turn-Based Dungeon Crawler Legends of Amberland – RPG Is Out Now
Legends of Amberland, a classic old-school RPG with pixel art and turn-based combat, is now available on Android for $9.99. Developed by Silver Lemur Games, the game features first-person grid-based movement and party creation, drawing inspiration from 90s CRPGs. The first game, The Forgotten Crown, is out now, with the rest of the series to follow.
Crunchyroll Adds 2D Fighting Game Baki Hanma to Its Android Vault
Crunchyroll has released the 2D fighting game Baki Hanma: Blood Arena on Android, available exclusively for Mega and Ultimate Fan Members. The game, inspired by the Baki universe and Netflix anime series, allows players to control Baki Hanma and battle various martial artists, aiming to face Yujiro Hanma. It features retro arcade-style combat with dodging, blocking, and special attacks, inspired by the manga's art style.
Dune City - Dune II meets Sim City in this PC mash up
Dune City, a new PC game that blends elements of Dune II and Sim City, has been released on Android, PC, and Mac. It transforms the Dune Legacy engine into a city-building experience focused on managing infrastructure, power grids, and budgets on the planet Arrakis.
Zelda 40th anniversary Direct on 8th September and Nintendo Direct 9th
Nintendo has announced two upcoming presentations: a special Nintendo Direct for The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary on September 8th, followed by a general Nintendo Direct on September 9th. These presentations will be accessible via the Nintendo Today app on iOS and Android.
Babylonian Twins - An unreleased Amiga game from 1993 has finally appeared with an eye opening backstory.
Babylonian Twins, Iraq's first Amiga video game originally developed in 1993 under harsh conditions, has been officially released for free on the Commodore Amiga. The game's completion was hindered by Commodore's collapse and sanctions, but a community investigation in 2008 led to its rediscovery and eventual free release by the original developers.
Square Enix Confirms Tokyo Game Show 2026 Lineup Includes Final Fantasy 7 Revelation
Square Enix has revealed its lineup for Tokyo Game Show 2026, featuring playable demos for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and other titles. The event will also showcase Dragon Quest VII Reimagined and Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch 2. Other companies like Bandai Namco and Capcom have also announced their TGS 2026 plans, with the event set to be the largest iteration yet.
MMOs You’ve Never Heard Of: Elegon, Idle Clans, and Interstellar Empires
This article rounds up several lesser-known multiplayer online games, including Elegon, a solo-developed MMORPG focused on exploration and cooperation; Idle Clans, an idle MMO for PC and mobile that has received recent updates; and Interstellar Empires, a 4X strategy browser MMO currently in open beta.
Cloudgazer Is a Simple Game About Watching Clouds aka a Sky-Gazer Sim
Cloudgazer, a cozy sky-gazing simulation game from DevilishGames, is now available on Android for $2.99. The game focuses on the simple act of watching clouds and finding shapes within them, featuring a natural cloud simulation and a day-night cycle.
