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Dissidia Duellum Dev Video Explains Iroha Adaptation From Final Fantasy XI
Square Enix released a behind-the-scenes video detailing the adaptation of Iroha from Final Fantasy XI into the mobile game Dissidia Duellum. Producer and director Yoji Fujito explained how Iroha's character was modified to fit the modern Tokyo setting, giving her a cheerful disposition and a love for onigiri. Dissidia Duellum is available on iOS and Android.
Fate Grand Order Witch on the Holy Night Event Adds Aoko, Alice, Soujyuro, and New Story
Aniplex of America announced a collaboration event between Fate/Grand Order and Witch on the Holy Night, titled 'After Witch on the Holy Night / Murder at the Kumano Hot Springs.' The event runs from March 30 to April 19, 2026, and features new Servants Aozaki Aoko and Kuonji Alice, a free ★4 Servant Sizuki Soujyuro, and a time-gated main story written by Kinoko Nasu. The event is available on iOS and Android devices.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – April 2026
This guide highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android in April 2026, featuring console ports like Subnautica: Below Zero and Ball x Pit, alongside a significant update for Supercell's Boom Beach. It also covers new titles such as Scholar Adventure: Mystery Of Silence, Knightbound: Dark Fantasy, and Oceanhorn 3: Legend Of The Shadow Sea, offering brief reviews and scores for each.
Free-to-play spinoff The Elder Scrolls: Blades is being shut down
Bethesda is shutting down its free-to-play action RPG, The Elder Scrolls: Blades, on June 30, 2026. The game, which launched in early access on mobile in 2019 and later on Nintendo Switch, has already been delisted from digital storefronts.
British Columbia Has a New Independent Gambling Regulator - Unigamesity
Social casinos, which offer casino-style games without real-money wagering using virtual chips, have become a lucrative segment of the mobile gaming industry, generating billions annually. These platforms, found primarily on iOS and Android devices, utilize psychological design principles and social features to drive player engagement and revenue through in-app purchases. A hybrid model known as sweepstakes casinos is also gaining popularity, offering prize redemption opportunities within legal frameworks.
ScummVM 2026.2.0 "Railmonicon" out now supporting more retro games
ScummVM 2026.2.0 "Railmonicon" has been released, adding support for eight new classic games including Necronomicon: The Dawning of Darkness and Mad Dog McCree. This update also includes various fixes and improvements to existing game engines, PC Speaker emulation, and launcher functionality across multiple platforms like PC, PlayStation 3, Wii, and iOS.
The Elder Scrolls: Blades, the mobile RPG you probably forgot about long ago, has been delisted and will stop working this summer
Bethesda Softworks has delisted The Elder Scrolls: Blades from digital storefronts and will shut down its servers on June 30, 2026. Ahead of the shutdown, all in-game store items are available for a single in-game currency, and players will receive a free bundle of currency. The mobile RPG, which also saw a Nintendo Switch port, will cease to function after this date.
Genshin Impact Version Luna VI Expands Mondstadt to the North on April 8! - GameHaunt
Genshin Impact Version Luna VI is set to release on April 8 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, iOS, and Android. The update introduces a new northern region of Mondstadt, including Dornman Port, and adds the 5-star Geo Bow character Linnea. Players will also explore the new Temple of Space domain and face the Watcher: Fallen Vigil boss, with the free character Jahoda available through events.
The Elder Scrolls: Blades Has Been De-Listed From Stores, Servers Shutting Down on June 30
Bethesda is shutting down the free-to-play RPG The Elder Scrolls: Blades, with servers going offline on June 30th, 2026. The game has also been de-listed from all platform stores. Players are being given a bundle of in-game currency to enjoy the remaining content.
Where Winds Meet’s Hexi Expansion Chapter 2 Trailer Showcases Gameplay in Liangzhou
Everstone Studio has released a new trailer for Where Winds Meet's Hexi expansion, Chapter 2, showcasing gameplay in the Liangzhou region and confirming its April 2nd release. The trailer features new locations, including snowy areas, and an intense boss fight with lightning mechanics. The Hexi expansion, which is free for all players, previously added new Mystic Skills and traversal abilities.
Puzzle & Dragons X Re:Zero Collaboration Live Through April 12
GungHo Online Entertainment's mobile game Puzzle & Dragons is collaborating with Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- until April 12. Players can recruit characters from Re:ZERO, tackle themed dungeons, and earn rewards. Daily login bonuses will also provide free pulls from the Re:ZERO Egg Machine.
Bethesda is shutting down The Elder Scrolls: Blades on June 30
Bethesda is shutting down servers for its free-to-play mobile game, The Elder Scrolls: Blades, on June 30, and the game has already been delisted from app stores. Players will receive in-game currency and items at a reduced cost before the shutdown. Despite an initial surge in early access downloads, the game received generally unfavorable reviews for its repetitive gameplay and microtransactions.
Order of Kings RTS Deploys with Full Cross-Platform Combat
Order of Kings, a real-time strategy game, has launched on PC, Android, iOS, and Steam, offering full cross-platform play and synchronized progress. The game emphasizes tactical combat with unit positioning and terrain advantages, aiming to provide a genuine RTS experience on mobile devices. Potential concerns include mobile control precision, free-to-play monetization, and network stability.
Your Favorite Cookies Are on the Move: Outplay or Get Smashed! - GameHaunt
CookieRun: OvenSmash is launching pre-registration on March 26, 2025, for iOS and Android devices in Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, marking a shift for the franchise into real-time player-versus-player action. Developed by Devsisters and published regionally by VNGGames, the game features 3-minute matches with eight distinct combat roles. Pre-registration rewards include in-game currency and exclusive cosmetics, with physical prizes also available for selected participants.
Tribe Nine Web Story Chapter 1 "Occupational Hazards," Released in English With 28 Episodes
Aksys Games and Neo Nine Tribe have released Chapter 1 of the Tribe Nine web story, "Occupational Hazards," in English, featuring 28 episodes. Chapter 0 is also available in English, while Chapters 2 and 3 are currently only in Japanese. The Tribe Nine game, which shut down in August 2025, was a free-to-play title set in Neo Tokyo where teens battled in deadly games.
SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered Anniversary Artwork Showcases Ginny Knights
Square Enix has released new anniversary artwork for SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered, featuring the character Ginny Knights. This enhanced version of the 1999 JRPG includes updated visuals, a revamped UI, new story content, and additional gameplay features. It is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile devices.
FIFA Heroes: Everything We Know
FIFA Heroes, a free-to-play 5-v-5 arcade football game developed by Enver Studios, is set to release on April 28, 2026, for Android, iOS, and PC (Steam), with console versions to follow. The game features a mix of real-world football legends and mythological gods, offering superpower-based gameplay and a monthly season pass for monetization. Early access is currently available in select regions.
Infinity Nikki Version 2.4, The Forest Need Not Listen, Is Out Now
Infold Games has released Infinity Nikki Version 2.4, titled 'The Forest Need Not Listen,' introducing a time-loop narrative, a dark fairy tale theme, new combat mechanics, and open-world construction gameplay. The update adds a new boss, companion system, and business management features to the cozy open-world adventure, available on PC, mobile, and PlayStation consoles.
“Summoner Slime” Launches Its First Ranking Event! A Limited-Time Dungeon Featuring Exclusive Minions and Unique Equipment Appears!
ChoBit Co., Ltd. has launched a new limited-time event for its mobile game "Summoner Slime," featuring the game's first-ever ranking event. Players can challenge an endless dungeon to achieve high scores and earn exclusive rewards, including new minions and unique equipment. The event runs from March 27 to April 19 and is open to all players.
Engadget Podcast: Can Microsoft fix Windows 11 by dumping AI?
This podcast episode discusses Microsoft's potential shift in Windows 11 strategy, moving away from heavy AI integration like Copilot towards core features and customization. The hosts also touch upon OpenAI's Sora, Meta's legal troubles regarding child engagement and social media addiction, an iOS exploit, Epic Games layoffs, and the dissolution of the Afeela EV collaboration between Honda and Sony.