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Surprise! Aspyr & Crystal Dynamics Release “Challenge Mode” Update for Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft, Featuring New Trials, Outfits & Achievements!
Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics have released a free "Challenge Mode" update for Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft. This update introduces new difficulty customization options, 10 new outfits with upgraded abilities, and 15 new achievements. The remastered trilogy is available on Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, and Android, with a limited-time discount on most platforms.
Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered gets free challenge mode alongside mobile and Switch 2 release
Aspyr has released a free challenge mode update for Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, coinciding with its launch on Google Play, iOS, and the Nintendo Switch 2. This update introduces customizable difficulty settings, new outfits for Lara Croft, and additional achievements. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will offer enhanced resolution and frame rates.
BALL x PIT erscheint heute für mobile Geräte und lebt seine explosive Mischung aus Survival, Basisbau und Ball-Action unterwegs aus
The brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite game BALL x PIT is now available on mobile platforms iOS and Android. Developed by Kenny Sun and Friends and published by Devolver Digital, the game features over 60 unique balls to combine, over 70 structures to build, and various areas to explore. It is free-to-play with an option to unlock permanently for 9.99 Euros.
BALL x PIT now available for iOS, Android
The brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite game BALL x PIT has been released for iOS and Android devices. The game combines elements of survival and roguelite gameplay.
Tomb Raider I-II-III Remastered now available for Switch 2, iOS, and Android alongside ‘Challenge Mode’ update
Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics have released Tomb Raider I-II-III Remastered on Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. The release coincides with an update that adds a new 'Challenge Mode' to the game.
When Is The Bite By Night Release Date?
Bite By Night, an asymmetrical horror game inspired by Five Nights at Freddy's, is slated for release in early to mid-March. The game will be available on PC and mobile platforms (Android/iOS). Developers have warned against fake listings and early access scams, directing players to the official Discord for accurate information.
Epic Games increases Fortnite V-Bucks "to help pay the bills"
Epic Games is increasing the price of Fortnite's in-game currency, V-Bucks, starting March 19, 2026, citing increased operational costs. Several V-Bucks pack sizes will be reduced, and the Fortnite Crew membership will offer fewer V-Bucks. The main battle pass price is also decreasing. This change follows Epic's successful dispute with Google over app store fees.
$1M+ USD PAID TO TEEN DEVELOPERS FOR USER-GENERATED CONTENT IN MOBILE SIMULATION GAME ‘MELON SANDBOX.’
Mobile game publisher PlayDucky celebrated paying over $1,000,000 USD to creators in 2025 for user-generated content in its free-to-play physics sandbox game, Melon Sandbox. The game, available on iOS, Android, and browser, has surpassed 150 million downloads and features a robust creator economy where many top earners are under 20 years old, with some making up to $80,000 from mods.
MEDIA ALERT: New Pokémon Trading Card Game: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising Expansion Sees Mega Greninja Facing Off with Mega Floette
The Pokémon Company International announced the upcoming release of the Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game on May 22, 2026. The expansion will feature Mega Greninja ex, Mega Floette ex, and other powerful Pokémon ex cards. It will be available in booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes, and collections, with prerelease tournaments starting May 9, 2026, and digital availability on Pokémon TCG Live from May 21, 2026.
Google Maps brings a 3D map to your driving directions
Google Maps is rolling out a significant update to its driving directions, introducing an "Immersive Navigation" mode that renders surroundings in 3D using AI. This update aims to improve driver orientation by highlighting landmarks and road elements, and also features more natural voice guidance. Additionally, a new "Ask Maps" feature powered by Gemini allows users to ask natural language questions for personalized recommendations and information.
LINE Games' Uncharted Waters Origin Collaboration with WEBTOON ‘Doom Breaker’ Underway!
LINE Games, co-developed by Motif and KOEI TECMO GAMES, has launched a collaboration for its Seafaring Sandbox RPG Uncharted Waters Origin with the WEBTOON 'Doom Breaker'. The update introduces 'Zephyr' as a new S Grade Admiral and other characters as S Grade Mates, alongside special events celebrating the game's 3.5th Anniversary and new features like 'Ship Inscription'.
Laid-Back Camp: Camping Cook-Off! launches March 18 for PC, later for Switch and mobile
The "camping action game" Laid-Back Camp: Camping Cook-Off! is set to launch on March 18 for PC via Steam. The game will also be released later for Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android devices.
Star Savior Worldwide Launch Scheduled for March 19 - GameHaunt
Studio B-Side announced that their anime tactical RPG, Star Savior, will launch globally on March 19, 2026, for iOS and Android devices. The game will feature English support, cross-platform play, and a pre-registration bonus offering over 1,000 free gacha pulls. Star Savior introduces a time-bending story where players lead a unit to prevent a past disaster.
Free Queen's Wish 2 DLC
Spiderweb Software has released Queen's Wish: The Judgment as free DLC for their retro turn-based RPG, Queen's Wish 2: The Tormentor. The new content is available for Windows, macOS, and iOS. Queen's Wish 2: The Tormentor is also on sale at GOG.com.
MONGIL: STAR DIVE launches April 15 for PC, iOS, and Android, later for PS5 and Xbox Series
The action RPG MONGIL: STAR DIVE is set to launch on April 15 for PC, iOS, and Android. Later releases are planned for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The game will be available via the official PC launcher and Epic Games Store.
Everything starts sounding simpler”: Dragon Quest creator on translating Japanese into English
Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii and Paranormasight director Takanari Ishiyama discussed the challenges of localizing Japanese games into English. They highlighted how nuances in Japanese pronouns and speech can be lost in translation, leading to simpler dialogue in English. Voice acting is seen as a way to partially mitigate this loss of flavor.
The cozy hidden object adventure, ‘Lost and Found Co.’, is now available via Steam
The cozy hidden object adventure game, Lost and Found Co., developed by Bit Egg Inc., is now available on Steam and other platforms including iOS, Apple Arcade, Android, and Steam Deck. Players can find lost items, solve puzzles, and help a dragon regain her power in this 2D adventure.
Watch Kain Highwind in Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Dissidia Duodecim Final Fantasy showcasing Kain Highwind from Final Fantasy IV. The trailer highlights his dragoon abilities and confirms Koichi Yamadera's return as his voice actor. The game is set to launch in March 2026 for Android and iOS devices.
UNDERTAKE A SUSPICIOUS MISSION, DISGUISED AS MAGICAL GIRLS, IN BLUE ARCHIVE’S NEW AMBITIOUS UPDATE
NEXON has released the "Magical Girl Heavy Caliber: Era's Ambitions and the Qualifications of Justice" update for its anime-style RPG, Blue Archive, on PC and mobile platforms. The update introduces new event story content, student recruitments including Suzumi, Reisa, and Rabu, and a Twitch Drops campaign. Players can download Blue Archive for free on Android, iOS, and Steam.
Nekopara Sekai Connect Mobile and PC Release Date Set
Neko Works and Good Smile Company have announced that Nekopara Sekai Connect will launch on Android and iOS devices worldwide on April 14, 2026, with a PC version for Steam planned for Autumn 2026. The game will feature visual novel elements, original characters, and gameplay involving managing a restaurant, collecting cards for versus matches, character care segments, and a rhythm minigame.
