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Servant of the Lake brings a touch of Saltburn to Rusty Lake
Servant of the Lake, the latest entry in the Rusty Lake series, offers a compellingly bleak point-and-click adventure with abstract puzzles and unsettling body horror. The game serves as a pseudo-prequel to Rusty Lake: Roots, focusing on the Vanderboom family's reunion and the player's role as a servant navigating their strange requests and hidden motives. Available on Steam, iOS, and Android, it's recommended for fans of escape room games and Twin Peaks-esque mysteries.
Audeze Maxwell 2 ANC review - You should probably get insurance
The Audeze Maxwell 2 ANC headset offers exceptional sound quality and superb active noise cancellation, making it ideal for immersive gaming experiences. However, its premium price point of $429 USD and heavier design may not appeal to all gamers, despite its long battery life and versatile connectivity options across PC, PlayStation, Switch, and mobile devices.
Funny Physics-Based Game Shoe it All! Opens Pre-Registration on Android
The physics-based puzzle game Shoe It All! by Amberbite Games is now available for pre-registration on Android, with a planned launch for mobile and PC on September 3rd, 2026. The game features over 65 levels where players throw shoes at destructible environments to solve puzzles and defeat authority figures.
What's the difference between Android's Qi2 And Qi2.2 wireless charging?
This article explains the differences between Android's Qi2 and Qi2.2 wireless charging standards. It provides an overview of current wireless charging technologies.
Spotify's Running Mode is now available on Android
Spotify's Running Mode feature is now available on Android devices. This feature aims to enhance the listening experience for users while they are running.
Nintendo applies for new trademark for Dr. Mario World
Nintendo has filed a new trademark for Dr. Mario World, a mobile game that was terminated in October 2021 due to low user activity. This has sparked speculation online that the game might be ported to the Nintendo Switch.
Only Zarath Counts: Legends of Elumia Centers Its Lord of the Bones Event on One Boss
Legends of Elumia has launched its 'Lord of the Bones' event, centered around defeating a single boss named Zarath to earn rewards like the Aegis Pendant and Rune Shards. This limited-time campaign from Triumph Games, which acquired and transitioned the MMORPG to free-to-play on Immutable, focuses solely on Zarath kills for leaderboard progression. This marks the third themed event of 2026 for the game, which previously migrated from Solana to Immutable and offers opt-in Web3 elements.
Super Mario 3D Land & Super Mario 3D World added to Mario Kart World’s Free Roam on Nintendo Music
Nintendo has expanded the Free Roam mode in Mario Kart World, accessible via the Nintendo Music application on iOS and Android. New tracks from Super Mario 3D Land and Super Mario 3D World, including its Bowser's Fury expansion, have been added.
Mega Man X Regenesis, a Fan-made Game Launches for Free, playable on PC, Android and Steam Deck
Mega Man X Regenesis, a fan-made game inspired by the classic SNES era, has been released for free. The game features an original story where X must rewrite history after Sigma's victory, with new bosses, weapons, and collectibles. It is available on PC, Android, and Steam Deck.
Ananta Will be Showcased at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026
Ananta, formerly known as Project Mugen, will be showcased at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 on August 25, with Geoff Keighley promising a fresh look at the urban open-world game. Developed by NetEase for PC, PlayStation 5, Android, and iOS, Ananta features traversal mechanics inspired by Marvel's Spider-Man and combat similar to Sleeping Dogs. The free-to-play title has garnered significant pre-registration interest.
The Best Games Under $10
This article highlights excellent games available for $10 or less, including several free-to-play options. It features titles like To The Moon, Portal 2, Vampire Survivors, and Half-Life 2, available on various platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
The Last Mission: Space TD Is an Auto-Battler and Space Battle Sim Out on Android
The Last Mission: Space TD, a new sci-fi strategy game developed by amarks, is now available on Android. The game blends tower defense, roguelike progression, auto-battler mechanics, and space battle simulation, tasking players with commanding a fleet to defend Earth from alien waves. It features offline gameplay with extensive ship customization and upgrade options.
Geralt Lands in Fortnite on August 20 as CD Projekt Red Preps a New Witcher 3 Expansion
Geralt of Rivia from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be a playable character in Fortnite starting August 20 as part of its Chapter 7 Season 4, which focuses on video game crossovers. Separately, CD Projekt Red is developing a new story DLC for The Witcher 3 called 'Songs of the Past,' set to release sometime after 2027, which will bridge the narrative gap to the upcoming The Witcher 4, starring Ciri.
Medal Hunter Kicks Off Its First Season of Epic Fury Campaign
Medal Hunter has launched its first season, the Epic Fury Campaign, shortly after its global release on July 30th for mobile. This new season introduces new locations, challenges, and a new shooting mode called C-RAM, with the campaign running for 28 days and culminating in a competitive Conquest phase.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Goes Full Cyberpunk: Override Arrives August 20
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4, titled Override, launches on August 20, heavily inspired by Cyberpunk 2077. The season introduces a cyberpunk aesthetic and features a massive roster of crossover characters including Sonic the Hedgehog, Crash Bandicoot, Joker from Persona 5, Mega Man, and Lara Croft. The gameplay will revolve around players overriding the game's system, with new map elements inspired by various franchises and new weapons expected.
Turn on these settings to protect your Android phone from theft
This guide details new theft-detection features added to Android phones by Google. These settings aim to enhance the security of Android devices against theft.
Do you really need an antivirus app on your Android?
Most Android phones do not require dedicated antivirus applications. However, there are specific circumstances where installing such software might be advisable.
Three Weeks In, Frost Kingdom Claims the Top Popularity Spot on Both App Store and Google Play
Frost Kingdom, a merge SLG published by NEXUS, has reached the number one spot in popularity rankings on both the App Store and Google Play three weeks after its global launch on July 23. The game is available on iOS, Android, PC, and ONE store, featuring blockchain elements powered by ONEchain. NEXUS is also expanding server capacity due to the game's strong performance.
Aniimo Sets September 15 Launch: A Free Open-World Creature-Collector With Zelda And Animal Crossing Vibes
Aniimo, a free open-world creature-collecting RPG from Pawprint Interactive, is set to launch on September 15 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, iOS, and Android. The game features real-time combat and an open-world map, drawing comparisons to Pokémon, Palworld, The Legend of Zelda, and Animal Crossing. Special editions with bonus in-game items are available for pre-order.
Dive into those retro decomps with the 8BitDo FlipPad, available today
8BitDo has released the FlipPad, a new physical controller designed for smartphones. Available for $29.99, it connects via USB-C to iPhone and Android devices, offering a D-pad and ABXY buttons without Bluetooth latency. The hinged design allows it to fold over the screen, transforming the phone into a handheld-like device, and it is compatible with most phone cases.