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Fortnite V-Bucks Are Getting More Expensive
Epic Games is increasing the price of Fortnite V-Bucks starting March 19, citing rising operational costs. The Battle Pass will now cost 800 V-Bucks, and the Battle Bundle will be reduced. Fortnite Crew subscribers will receive fewer V-Bucks, though the service is now included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
How to Use iTAK with Meshtastic on iPhone
This guide details how to set up Meshtastic with iTAK on iPhone, enabling tactical communication and live position sharing over LoRa without cell towers. The process involves configuring the Meshtastic iOS app as a local TAK server, ensuring correct LoRa presets and encrypted channels, and importing a data package into iTAK. Key considerations include keeping the Meshtastic app active in the foreground and understanding the limitations of LoRa bandwidth and range.
Fortnite readies a return to Android as lawsuit settles as Epic pins leaks on a contract worker
Fortnite is set to return to Android devices following a settlement between Epic Games and Google, which will allow third-party payment processors. This resolution is part of a broader legal battle concerning app store payment practices. Separately, Epic Games is suing a former contract worker, Hayden Cohen, for allegedly leaking confidential information about upcoming Fortnite collaborations and events.
Rise: Race The Future Is a SEGA Rally-Like with a Futuristic Tech Spin
Rise: Race The Future, an arcade-style racing game developed by VD-dev, is now available on Android after its initial PC release in 2018. The game features futuristic cars with experimental wheel technology allowing for drifting on various surfaces, multiple game modes including Challenge and Time Attack, and extensive customization options across 11 cars and 16 track combinations.
Masterionship Candies 2 Launches on Android, Bringing Colourful Candies Once Again
Finnish developer Huippee Heroes has launched Masterionship Candies 2 on Android, a tap and clicker puzzle game that differs from typical match-3 mechanics. The game challenges players to design new candy creations to revive a struggling factory, featuring unique generation mechanics, leaderboards, and unlockable rewards. The studio also has another project, Masterionship – Diamonds, slated for a Q1 2026 release.
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Rinoa, Cloud, and Terra Trailers Shared
Square Enix has released new trailers for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing characters Rinoa Heartilly from Final Fantasy VIII, Cloud Strife from Final Fantasy VII, and Terra Branford from Final Fantasy VI. The trailers feature voice actor performances, in-game combat, and character designs. The game is set to launch in March 2026 for Android and iOS devices.
Retro Pixel Art Dungeon RPG Dungeon Antiqua 2 Is Out Now
Dungeon Antiqua 2, a retro pixel art dungeon RPG inspired by 1980-90s titles, is now available globally on Android for $1.99. Developed by Shiromofu Factory, the game focuses on exploration and party development across six dungeons, featuring a symbol encounter system and a job class system with ten available roles. The story is set hundreds of years after its predecessor, Dungeon Antiqua.
Morning Mobilization
Apple is expected to release an updated MacBook Pro model later this year, potentially including a larger screen size. The article also provides advice for Android users on a setting to enable before getting their phones repaired to protect their data.
Interview – How Rainbow Six Mobile brings that tactical Siege mentality to your phone
Ubisoft Montreal's Olivier Albarracin discusses the development of Rainbow Six Mobile, adapting the tactical shooter experience for iOS and Android devices. He highlights design choices made to maintain Siege's core identity while optimizing for mobile, including adjusted map pacing, faster prep phases, and unique operator weapons. The interview also touches on character readability, control schemes, and the game's accessibility for new players.
The 10 best sleep apps and gadgets for a better night's sleep in 2026
This guide highlights the top 10 sleep apps and gadgets designed to improve sleep quality, countering technology's negative effects. It recommends utilizing built-in phone sleep schedules on Android and iPhone before exploring other recommended devices.
An original Xbox emulator just hit Android and it’s already messy
An unofficial, paid port of the open-source original Xbox emulator xemu, named X1 BOX, has been released on Android without the original developers' approval, causing backlash. The xemu team confirmed they are working on their own free official Android release, while a free, unofficial build is also available via GitHub. Users will need to provide their own system files and game dumps to run titles, with performance varying significantly.
Arc System Works Reveals Digital Version of Goritaire Launching March 19
Arc System Works America announced that the digital version of the strategy card game Goritaire will launch on March 19, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Steam, iOS, and Android. The game challenges players to grow a gorilla troop while managing limited banana resources, and will feature a collaboration with Go! Go! Curry!.
Sunday Audio Files
This article discusses Spotify's latest update, arguing that it improves audio quality for audiophiles. The analysis focuses on the technical aspects of the update and its impact on sound fidelity for users on Android devices.
Best sports games for Android phones and tablets
This guide highlights the best sports games available for Android phones and tablets, covering a diverse range of sports from fishing and golf to football and basketball. It features titles like Fishing Superstars, New Star Soccer, and Madden NFL 25 Mobile Football, offering casual fun, competitive potential, and unique gameplay mechanics.
Best shooting games for Android phones and tablets
This article lists and describes some of the best shooting games available for Android phones and tablets. It covers a variety of subgenres including first-person shooters, battle royales, and twin-stick shooters, highlighting key features and gameplay elements for each title.
Wicked Defense launches on iOS and Android with roguelike tower defence and spell card builds
Wicked Defense, a new game combining roguelike runs with tower defence strategy and spell card builds, has launched on iOS and Android. Players take on the role of a washed-up witch who must save the world from a dragon, utilizing elemental spellcasting and card-based upgrades to defend against waves of enemies.
Taimanin Squad launches on iOS and Android with ninja squad battles against demonic threats
Taimanin Squad, a squad-based RPG featuring ninja warriors battling demonic threats, has launched on iOS and Android. The game emphasizes skill-based combat, character collection, team upgrades, and multiple combat modes. Players can recruit and strengthen a roster of fighters, unlock story scenes, and experiment with team compositions.
Heavehells is another squad-battling anime RPG out now on iOS and Android
Heavenhells, a squad-battling anime RPG, is now available on iOS and Android. The game features real-time battles combining squad abilities and commander skills, with launch rewards including a free SSR character named Erena. Players take on the role of a Captain leading supernatural heroines called WiTCHes against a world-ending invasion.
Zombie Frontier 4 Gift Codes: March 2026
This guide provides a list of active gift codes for the mobile game Zombie Frontier 4, which can be used to obtain in-game resources and upgrades. The article also explains how to redeem these codes within the game and notes that codes may expire. Zombie Frontier 4 is a first-person shooter where players fight zombies in a city.
Darklord: A Gothic Action Vampire Survival Game for Mobile - GameHaunt
Darklord: Vampire Survival is a free-to-play mobile gothic action RPG with survival crafting elements, available on Android. The game features a unique 'Bloodline Devour' system allowing players to steal over 100 powers from enemies to customize their character. It also includes online co-op raids and base building mechanics.
