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Super Mario Run now hosting The Super Mario Galaxy Movie event, special statues up for grabs
Super Mario Run is currently hosting an in-game event themed around The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, allowing players to earn special character statues by completing various missions. The event is available on iOS and Android until May 29, 2026.
Super Mario Run update adding Super Mario Galaxy Movie collaboration event
A new collaboration event related to The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is coming to Super Mario Run on iOS and Android at the end of the month. Dataminers discovered the event data in the recent Version 3.4.0 update, though Nintendo has not officially announced it. The movie itself mashes up elements from Super Mario Odyssey, Super Mario Galaxy, and Super Mario Wonder.
ALLfiring Mobile RPG Launches Global Pre-Registration for Android Users - GameHaunt
GENMUGAME CO., LTD. has launched global pre-registration for its mobile action RPG, ALLfiring, on the Google Play Store, with a full release planned for 2025. Android users can sign up now to earn exclusive rewards, including a 6-star Familiar if the campaign reaches 200,000 participants. The iOS version is delayed due to unexpected issues but is expected soon.
HoYoverse’s Cosmic Life Sim Petit Planet Stardrift Test Beginning April 21
HoYoverse's new cosmic life simulation game, Petit Planet, will begin its "Stardrift Test" closed beta on April 21 for PC, iOS, and Android. This test will introduce new characters, enhance gameplay experiences, and add new activities. Players can sign up via the official website for this immersive, cozy multiplayer experience.
"Fortnite's cultural moment is starting to fade," games analyst says amid mass layoffs, and its downturn is part of the "erosion of American leadership" in video games
Fortnite is experiencing a significant downturn in engagement, contributing to recent layoffs at Epic Games. Industry analyst Joost van Dreunen suggests this decline reflects a broader erosion of American cultural dominance in the video game industry, exacerbated by platform holders capturing disproportionate revenue compared to content creators.
New HoYoverse Game Petit Planet Opens Registration For Beta Playtest
HoYoverse has opened registration for a beta playtest of its upcoming cozy galactic life simulation game, Petit Planet. The 'Stardrift Test' will be available on PC, iOS, and Android starting April 21st, introducing new neighbors, improved Starsea Voyage experiences, and activities like the Galactic Bazaar. Players who pre-register can receive exclusive rewards.
OpenAI brings ChatGPT's Voice mode to CarPlay
OpenAI has integrated ChatGPT's Voice mode into Apple CarPlay, allowing users with compatible vehicles and updated software to engage in voice conversations. While it cannot control car functions or be activated by a wake word, it can be used for advice, brainstorming, and language practice.
KEMCO’s First-Person Dungeon Crawler Dragon Ruins Lands on Android
KEMCO's new dungeon crawler RPG, Dragon Ruins, is now available on Android for $6.99, featuring a party-based system with 12 classes and classic 3D dungeon exploration. The game also launched simultaneously on iOS, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, supporting English and Japanese languages.
Monster Hunter Outlanders 2nd Closed Beta Sign-ups Open
Timi Studio and Capcom have opened sign-ups for the second closed beta test of Monster Hunter Outlanders, which will run until April 21, 2026. Progress will be wiped after the beta, but participants will receive exclusive in-game rewards. The game is in development for Android and iOS devices, with specific device and language requirements listed.
Interview – How The Division: Resurgence squeezed the MMO looter shooter onto mobile
Ubisoft producer Pierre-Hughes Puechlong discusses the development and features of The Division: Resurgence, an MMO looter shooter now available on iOS and Android. The game is canon to The Division universe, set between the first two titles, and offers a familiar yet fresh experience with new factions and customizable character classes. Puechlong highlights the game's flexibility for both short and long play sessions, its team-based gameplay, and the transition to Unreal Engine for mobile.
Petit Planet Stardrift Closed Beta Test Starts in April
HoYoVerse has announced that the closed beta test for Petit Planet Stardrift will begin on April 21, 2026, for PC, Android, and iOS devices. This upcoming test will feature new content not present in the previous Coziness Test and will require participants to be over 18. While voice acting will be limited to Chinese, English, and Japanese, subtitles and localizations will be available in multiple languages.
HoYoverse announce new beta test for Petit Planet, testing neighbors and voyage systems
HoYoverse has announced a new closed beta test, the Stardrift Test, for their cozy life sim Petit Planet. The beta will introduce new neighbors, enhanced voyage systems, and expanded activities in the Galactic Bazaar, and will be available on PC, iOS, and Android starting April 21, 2026. Players can sign up on the official Petit Planet website for a chance to participate.
Medabots S Frame Arms Girl Crossover Launched
Imagineer has launched a limited-time crossover event in the mobile game Medabots S, featuring characters from Kotobukiya's Frame Arms Girl model kits. New Medabots inspired by Gourai Kai, Stiletto, Baselard, and Hresvelg are available, named Goutenraizer, Sticoletto, Baselarbunny, and Hresvelgr respectively. This event follows previous crossovers with franchises like Digimon, Evangelion, Mega Man, and Zoids.
Dragon Ruins for Android/iOS: Explore ancient ruins and defeat the dragon in a dungeon crawler RPG!
KEMCO has released Dragon Ruins, a retro-style dungeon crawler RPG, for Android and iOS devices. The game features classic 3D dungeon exploration, auto-mapping, fast-paced auto battles, and a party system with 12 unique classes. Players will explore ancient ruins, level up their characters, upgrade gear, and face an evolving final boss.
The Petit Planet beta is coming back with new updates, but you still need to hope for an invite
HoYoverse announced that the closed beta for their upcoming life sim RPG, Petit Planet, will return on April 21 for PC, Android, and iOS. This 'Stardrift Test' will feature new Neighbors and updated gameplay elements. Access to the beta is not guaranteed, as only a portion of applicants will be invited.
Chill with You: Lo-Fi Story coming to iOS, Android on April 8
Nestopi announced that Chill with You: Lo-Fi Story, a sound novel game, will be released for iOS and Android on April 8, following its PC launch. The game allows players to work alongside Satone, a girl who loves writing stories, while customizing music and ambient sounds to enhance focus and deepen their connection.
HoYoverse’s Cozy Life Sim 'Petit Planet' Opens Stardrift Test Sign-Ups Ahead of April Closed Beta
HoYoverse has opened sign-ups for the Stardrift Test, a closed beta for its upcoming life simulation game Petit Planet, scheduled to begin on April 21 for PC, iOS, and Android. The test will introduce new "Neighbors" with storylines and expand core systems like Starsea Voyage and the Galactic Bazaar, focusing on daily activities, social interactions, and planet development.
I Departed from My A-Rank Party to Assist My Former Students in Conquering the Dungeon Depths: Game Announcement - GameHaunt
Com2uS has announced a video game adaptation of the light novel and anime series I Left My A-Rank Party to Help My Former Students Reach the Dungeon Depths. Revealed at AnimeJapan 2026, the game is expected to be a tactical dungeon RPG with party management elements. While platforms and release dates are unconfirmed, Com2uS is expanding beyond its mobile roots into console and PC markets, with potential releases on iOS, Android, PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5.
HoYoverse's Latest Cozy Galactic Life Sim Petit Planet Opens Sign-Ups for Stardrift Test.
HoYoverse has opened sign-ups for the Stardrift Test, a closed beta for its cozy galactic life simulation game Petit Planet. The test, starting April 21 on PC, iOS, and Android, will introduce new Neighbors, enhanced Starsea Voyage experiences, and additional activities at the Galactic Bazaar. Players can sign up on the official website for a chance to participate.
Petit Planet gets new Stardrift Test this month
Developer miHoYo announced the second playtest for their cosmic life simulation game, Petit Planet, called the "Stardrift Test." This closed beta will launch on April 21st for PC and iOS devices, introducing new Neighbors, enhanced Starsea Voyage experiences, and additional activities at the Galactic Bazaar. The game is also in development for additional platforms.
