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Epic Games’ New Voice Chat Lets You Keep Talking To Friends While Playing Different Games
Epic Games has launched Epic Parties, a new voice chat service designed to make it easier for players to communicate across different games and platforms. The service will initially be available for Fortnite and the Epic Games Store launcher, with plans to integrate it into Rocket League next year. Epic Parties aims to compete with Discord by offering seamless voice communication and social features that can carry over between titles.
Shoe It All! – Destruction, Punk Rock And Flying Footwear
Shoe It All!, a colorful physics puzzle adventure game, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile platforms. Players control Lace, a rebellious teenager who uses shoes as a weapon to solve puzzles and cause destruction in destructible environments. The game features over 65 puzzles, collectible stickers, a speedrun mode, and a punk rock soundtrack.
Anime GTA-Style Game Ananta’s Massive Open World Could Be Its Greatest Strength Or Its Biggest Problem
Ananta, an upcoming anime-style open-world RPG from Naked Rain, aims to blend GTA-like freedom with a unique narrative centered on becoming an online influencer. While the game's massive scope and integration of social media mechanics are intriguing, its success hinges on whether it can provide enough meaningful content to sustain player engagement.
MMOs You’ve Never Heard Of: Heroic Legends, Never Wither, and MurderCartel
This article rounds up several lesser-known multiplayer games, including the rebuilt mobile MMORPG Heroic Legends, the survival crafting RPG Never Wither which is getting a Steam Next Fest demo, and the 2D MMORPG MurderCartel. Heroic Legends is set to relaunch on iOS and Android on September 5th, Never Wither's demo arrives October 20th, and MurderCartel is coming to Steam on September 10th.
Long-Delayed Prison Architect 2 Gets Exciting Update After Two Years Of Mostly Silence
Prison Architect 2, originally slated for a 2024 release, has received an update indicating a potential new release date following a significant delay. The game will undergo a closed beta test from September 9-15, with Paradox Development Studio citing the need for more time to improve performance and content. Preorders were refunded, and the game has not been available for purchase since its indefinite delay.
The Seven Deadly Sins Come To Doomsday: Last Survivors This September
Doomsday: Last Survivors is collaborating with the anime The Seven Deadly Sins throughout September, featuring special in-game and out-of-game events. Players can participate in activities like the Fairy King's Forest obstacle course, Knightly Trials, and the Commandment's Curse boss fight, with opportunities to earn themed rewards. The game, a zombie survival title, is available for free on PC, iOS, and Android.
Palworld Online Release Date Leak & Game Spec Details
A leak suggests Palworld Online, Garena's mobile MMORPG based on Pocketpair's game, will launch on November 30, 2026, for iOS and Android devices. Pre-registration is reportedly open in South Korea, with milestone rewards offered to players. The game requires iOS 12.0 or later and has a base size of 2.9 GB.
Sanitarium Enhanced Is Coming to Consoles Along with PC Soon!
Sanitarium Enhanced, a revamped version of the 1998 psychological horror point-and-click adventure, is coming soon to PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and 5, and Nintendo Switch. The enhanced edition features modern improvements like full controller support, widescreen resolution, and an optional hint mode, alongside new content from the original development team.
Pokemon Go September 2026 Events: Raid Bosses, Spotlight Hours, Mega Finale, And More
Pokemon Go is launching its new season, Twilight Trails, in September 2026 with a variety of events including Mega Ascension leading into the Go Fest Mega Finale. Players can expect new Raid bosses like Zacian and Zamazenta, debut Pokemon Maschiff and Mabosstiff, and a Gible Community Day Classic. The month will also feature a Super Mega Raid Day and a Phantump Catch Mastery event.
Viking Rise Teams up with DreamWorks Animation’s How to Train Your Dragon In Exciting New Collab
Viking Rise is launching its second collaboration with DreamWorks Animation's How to Train Your Dragon franchise on September 1st, 2026. The limited-time event will feature characters like Hiccup and Toothless, along with exclusive in-game rewards such as city skins and avatar frames. Viking Rise is a real-time strategy game available on PC, Android, and iOS.
Ananta Developers Are Counting On You Getting Attached To Its Characters
Ananta's developers, Naked Rain, are focusing on building emotional connections between players and characters in their upcoming free-to-play open-world action game. The goal is to encourage players to purchase cosmetic items for characters they grow attached to through in-game interactions and story progression.
What Android looked like in 2008 vs. today
This article reflects on the evolution of Android, contrasting its early days in 2008 as an alternative to the mainstream iPhone with its current state. It highlights Android's initial appeal to users seeking a different mobile experience.
Marvel Snap’s New Season Flips Heroes And Villains, Making One Card Obscenely Overpowered
Marvel Snap's new season, inspired by the Axis: Inversion comic storyline, introduces cards with flipped hero and villain alignments. The Premium Pass card, Superior Iron Man, is highlighted as potentially "obscenely overpowered" due to its ability to double power increases, with strategies and counters discussed. New locations and other character variants like Anti-Polar Magneto and Red Onslaught are also detailed.
Gamescom 2026: Multiplayer creature collectors Aniimo and Roco Kingdom announce release plans
During Gamescom 2026, Aniimo announced a September 16th release date for Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and PC, with mobile versions following on September 23rd. Roco Kingdom, developed by Morefun Studios, will have a global release soon and a closed beta in October. Both games are multiplayer creature collectors, with Aniimo's developer admitting to the use of AI tools, a practice not disclosed on Roco Kingdom's Steam page.
Marvel Snap’s Hit New Draft Mode Will Return In September With Changes
Marvel Snap's popular Draft Mode is set to return on September 28 with changes to its scoring system, utilizing Sanctum scoring. Developer Second Dinner plans to iterate on the mode based on player feedback, with future iterations potentially featuring different rule variants.
In Case You Missed What HoYoverse Revealed At Gamescom 2026 – Gamezebo at Gamescom!
HoYoverse showcased upcoming titles Petit Planet and Honkai Nexus Anima at Gamescom 2026. Petit Planet, a cozy farming simulator, received a Winter 2026 release window for iOS, Android, and PC with cross-platform support. Honkai Nexus Anima, an open-world creature-catching adventure, was also demoed and praised for its charm and narrative elements.
ANANTA Promises Co-op, Over 100 Hours of Content, and No Pay-to-Win Mechanics
The upcoming anime-style open-world RPG ANANTA will be free-to-play and offer over 100 hours of content, with co-op multiplayer features. Developers confirmed the game will not include pay-to-win mechanics. ANANTA is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, Android, and iOS.
How to use the new Siri app in iOS 27
This guide explains how to use the new Siri application within iOS 17. It covers the features and functionalities of the updated virtual assistant.
Silver Palace Details: Leaked Relase, System Requirements
A release date leak for the Victorian-themed mystery RPG Silver Palace has surfaced, suggesting a January 31, 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, Android, and iOS. System requirements for all platforms have also been detailed, with pre-registration now live across multiple storefronts.
FC Mobile 27 Beta: How to Play, Download Steps, and New Features
EA Sports has launched a limited beta for EA SPORTS FC Mobile 27, available from August 25 to September 13, 2026, for Android devices in select regions and iOS via TestFlight. The beta introduces new features such as Game Plans for mid-match tactical switching, Gauntlet Mode to test squad depth, and four new PlayStyles, offering a preview of the upcoming seasonal update.