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See Zidane Fight in Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy
Square Enix has released a new character trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing Zidane from Final Fantasy IX. The trailer highlights his in-game attacks and hints at his role in the story. The mobile game is expected to launch in March 2026 for Android and iOS devices.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – March 2026 round-up
This March 2026 round-up highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android, including Reigns: The Witcher, a port of Tomb Raider, and the unique chess-like game Shotgun King. Other notable titles include Dwarves: Glory, Death & Loot, Retrocade, and Last Asylum: Plague, offering a diverse range of genres and gameplay experiences.
Furniture & Mattress Drops a Standalone Version of Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure on Mobile
Furniture & Mattress has released a standalone mobile version of their puzzle game, Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure, for Android and iOS. This new version offers a 'Try Before You Buy' option and runs at a smoother 60 frames per second compared to the previous Netflix Games release. The game features a unique grid-based world where movement rearranges the environment, following the journey of Jemma as she explores a world shaped by fear and resistance to change.
Remote PC Gaming Anywhere: How to Play Your Steam Game on iPad With DeskIn - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
DeskIn is a remote desktop software that allows users to stream PC games from their home Windows PC to devices like iPads, iPhones, and Android smartphones. It offers features such as up to 4K 60FPS streaming, low latency, customizable controls, and controller support, making it suitable for playing games on the go without a gaming laptop. The guide details setup steps for both the PC and mobile devices, including optimizing performance and activating game mode.
Little Nightmares and an Idle Champions Bundle Are This Week’s Freebies on the Epic Games Mobile Store
Epic Games is offering Little Nightmares and an Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms bundle for free on its mobile store for Android users worldwide. The promotion runs from March 5th to March 12th, 2026. Little Nightmares is an atmospheric adventure game, while Idle Champions is an idle strategy title featuring characters from the Dungeons & Dragons multiverse.
Point-and-Click Horror Adventure Mystery of Silence Lands on Mobile
Mystery of Silence, a point-and-click horror adventure game developed by Making Enemies and published by DevilishGames, has launched on mobile platforms. The game, which was previously released on PC in December 2025, features dark pixel art and a narrative about a writer uncovering secrets within a silent monastery. It is available on the Google Play Store for $3.99.
Family Island Free Energy – Today’s Links!
This guide provides daily links for free energy and in-game currency for the mobile game Family Island. It also offers tips on how to earn more energy through gameplay mechanics such as feeding family members, collecting resources, waiting for regeneration, leveling up houses, and increasing player level.
Monopoly Go Free Rolls – Free Dice Links
This guide provides tips and tricks for obtaining free rolls and dice in the mobile game Monopoly Go. It details methods such as following official social media channels, checking daily links, playing regularly, upgrading towns, leveling up, completing albums, daily challenges, and inviting friends. The article also mentions a dedicated Discord server for obtaining more free dice.
The Major Expansion for Where Winds Meet Is Now Available - GameHaunt
The Hexi expansion, also known as the Jade Gate Pass update, for Everstone Studio's Wuxia ARPG Where Winds Meet is now available for free on PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android. This massive update introduces a new desert region with unique enemies, weapons, and storylines, significantly expanding the game's world and gameplay mechanics. Players can also claim exclusive launch rewards by logging in during the campaign window.
Where Winds Meet’s Hexi Expansion is Out Now
Everstone Studio has released the Hexi expansion for its open-world RPG Where Winds Meet as a free update. The expansion introduces the Hexi region with new Mystic Skills, appearance sets, and cosmetics. It also adds new challenges like the Wandering Ark World Boss and multiplayer campaigns, with further content and character development updates planned.
Third Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Trailer Shows Lightning
The third character trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy showcases Lightning from the Final Fantasy XIII trilogy. The trailer highlights changes in her appearance from her original games to this spin-off and demonstrates her combat abilities. Maaya Sakamoto reprises her role as Lightning, who will be featured in the game alongside other Final Fantasy heroes. Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy is set to debut in March 2026 on Android and iOS mobile devices.
Google begins calling out battery-killing Android apps
Google has begun labeling Android apps in the Play Store that are found to excessively drain battery life due to high background activity. These warnings aim to inform users before download and may also impact app discoverability. The company is focusing on the 'partial wake lock' mechanism, which allows apps to keep the processor running when the screen is off.
Monster Hunter Now Season 9: Skybound Scalestorm Launching March 19
Monster Hunter Now is launching its ninth season, "Skybound Scalestorm," on March 19, introducing the insect glaive weapon and new monsters like Seregios and Almudron. The update also brings a "Friend Link" feature for easier group hunts. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for MotoGP 26, Grand Theft Auto Online, NAKWON: LAST PARADISE, Cinderia, Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator, and Transport Fever 3.
Open-World Action RPGs Cat Quest II and Cat Quest III Launch on Mobile
The Gentlebros has released Cat Quest II and Cat Quest III on Android, bringing their open-world action RPG adventures to mobile platforms. Cat Quest II features a 2D world with cats and dogs in conflict, supporting local co-op, while Cat Quest III is a 2.5D pirate-themed RPG set in the Purribean.
Google resolves dispute with Epic Games, reduces app store fees to 20%
Google has settled its dispute with Epic Games by reducing app store commission fees to 20% and introducing new service fees for developers. This agreement will allow Fortnite to return to Google Play stores globally. The changes aim to create a stronger Android ecosystem with lower rates for developers, with a phased global rollout planned by September 2027.
Sony will no longer bring its first-party games to PCs, marking a major shift
Sony is reportedly shifting its strategy and will no longer release major single-player PlayStation 5 games on PC, reversing a trend that began in 2020. While some online titles and games from external developers will still receive PC ports, this decision may limit future access to Sony's flagship titles on the platform. The change is attributed to weaker sales of recent PC ports and concerns about brand dilution.
Fortnite returns to the Google Play Store after a long wait for Android phones
Fortnite is returning to the Google Play Store for Android devices worldwide, as confirmed by Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney. This marks the end of a long absence initiated in 2021 when Epic bypassed Google's in-app billing system. The return is facilitated by recent Google policy changes offering developers more flexibility, including support for alternative billing and third-party app stores.
Here's This Week's Free Game From The Epic Games Store On Mobile
The Epic Games Store has launched a new free games program for iOS and Android devices, complementing its existing PC offerings. Users can claim a free game each week by downloading the Epic Games Store mobile app and creating an account. This week's free title is Little Nightmares, with other games like Bridge Constructor: The Walking Dead and Chicken Police also available in the mobile library.
Tom Clancy’s The Division Resurgence is finally coming to mobile to rival PUBG and Call of Duty
Ubisoft has announced that Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence will launch on March 31, 2026, for iOS and Android devices. This mobile title aims to deliver a full Division experience with open-world exploration, PvE missions, and PvPvE Dark Zone gameplay, positioning itself as a competitor to games like PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty: Mobile.
Evening Mobilization
Fortnite is set to return to the Google Play Store on Android devices as Google and Epic Games have resolved their dispute. This resolution marks an end to Google Play's exclusive distribution for Android games, allowing Fortnite to be available directly through the store.