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FIND YOUR PIGEON SOULMATE THIS AUGUST
Pigeon: A Love Story, a simulator developed by Wristwork and published by Tiny Dragon, will launch on August 6th, 2026, for PC, iOS, and Android. The game allows players to search for their soulmate pigeon in five major cities, including London, Paris, Amsterdam, New York, and Tokyo. An updated demo featuring a new rooftop landing mechanic is available now on Steam.
Mario Kart Tour to go offline in September
Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour, the mobile version of its popular racing game, will cease operations on September 30, 2026. In-game purchases and automatic Gold Pass renewals have been disabled, and the game will no longer be playable after the specified date. Nintendo has confirmed there are no plans for an offline version.
Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis is shutting down after 3 years, as Square Enix twists the knife for fans of a lost 2004 spin-off that's only just making a comeback in the RPG
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will cease operations on October 6, 2026, citing difficulties in maintaining the service. The gacha game, which retells the entire Final Fantasy 7 compilation, launched on mobile and Steam in September and December 2023, respectively. In an ironic twist, a remake of the 2004 mobile game Final Fantasy 7: Before Crisis, which never released outside Japan, has just launched within Ever Crisis.
The long-running Mario Kart Tour is shutting down soon
Nintendo has announced that the mobile game Mario Kart Tour will be shutting down soon. The game, available on iOS and Android devices, has been an entertaining entry in the Mario Kart series. An official end of service post has been published by Nintendo.
Digimon Up Brings the Digivice Dream to Mobile on July 15
Digimon Up, a free-to-play monster-raising RPG, is launching on July 15 for iOS and Android devices. Developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment, the game aims to replicate the nostalgic Digivice experience by allowing players to raise, train, and bond with their Digimon on the go. The title will feature in-app purchases and loot boxes.
Nintendo announces that Mario Kart Tour is shutting down
Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour will cease operations on September 29, 2026, at 11 PM PT. The sale of in-game currency has already ended, and there are no plans for an offline version. Gold Pass benefits will be made available for free to all players until the service concludes.
500,000 Players Later—Dice of Kalma Gets a Major New Update & New Cinematic Trailer
Pepperbox Studios has released a major "Funeral Fashion" update for their deckbuilding roguelike, Dice of Kalma, introducing a new cosmetic system for player customization. The update also adds six new skulls and royal capes to supporter packs. The game has surpassed 500,000 players worldwide and is available on PC, iOS, and Android.
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis Shutting Down Oct 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Square Enix will shut down the free-to-play RPG Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis on October 7, 2026. Players can no longer purchase premium currency, and the game will remain playable until the shutdown date. Refunds for unused premium currency are being offered to players in Taiwan, but not the Philippines. The game launched on iOS and Android in September 2023 and on PC via Steam in December 2023, but failed to maintain a significant player base despite featuring the story of a young Sephiroth.
Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis End-of-Service Announced for October 6th
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will cease service on October 6th, with in-game purchases already disabled. Planned events will continue until the shutdown. The company will delete player data post-service, and refunds for unused currency will be available for players in Taiwan. Originally launched in September 2023 for mobile and December 2023 for PC, the game aimed to retell iconic moments from the Final Fantasy 7 saga.
Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy Studio Boss Acknowledges Issues, Says Players Still Enjoyed It
Thomas Williamson, CEO of Grove Street Games, acknowledged the widespread criticism and bugs affecting Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – Definitive Edition. While admitting the release had issues, he stated internal metrics showed many players enjoyed the remastered titles. Williamson also suggested that a truly perfect redux would require direct involvement from Rockstar Games.
The X app for iOS now has a built-in video editor
The X app for iOS has introduced a new built-in video editor. This feature allows users to edit videos directly within the application on their Apple mobile devices.
Teamfight Tactics temporarily kills MacOS support, as Riot works on long term fix
Riot Games has temporarily removed MacOS support for Teamfight Tactics following patch 18.1, as they work on a long-term fix and transition away from Hextech for Unreal Engine. While the company assures players that account data and content will remain unaffected, Mac users will need to wait for a future update to regain access to the game on their platform.
Pokemon GO 10th anniversary broadcast announced
Niantic has announced a 10th anniversary broadcast for Pokemon GO, scheduled for Thursday, July 9th. The live stream will feature community content creators and detail the company's plans to celebrate the mobile game's decade-long run on iOS and Android.
Fortunes of Battle is now available on iOS and Android!
Fortunes of Battle, a new dungeon crawler with strategic dice-driven combat and unique heroes, is now available on iOS and Android. Players can discover powerful weapons and relics as they progress through a world filled with treasure and dangerous creatures.
Beat Hazard Arcade launches free on iOS and Android. The arcade shooter where your own music generates the entire game
Beat Hazard Arcade, a music-reactive shooter where player music generates gameplay elements, has launched for free on iOS and Android. Developed by the solo UK studio Cold Beam Games, the game allows players to use their own music library or the built-in soundtrack to create a unique bullet-hell experience. The mobile version introduces secret 3D warships that are built by each song.
Level Infinite Brings Gangstar Mirage City to India; Pre-Registrations Now Live
Publisher Level Infinite has announced that pre-registration for Gangstar Mirage City, a free-to-play multiplayer open-world mobile game from Gameloft, is now open for iOS and Android devices across several regions. The game, set in a near-future metropolis, will soft launch on August 20, 2026, with players able to unlock exclusive rewards through pre-registration milestones and faction allegiance.
Google's AI Studio lead has vibe coded a port of Command & Conquer for iOS
Ammaar Reshi, lead of product and design at Google AI Studio, announced the successful port of the 2003 game Command & Conquer: Generals – Zero Hour to iOS devices using Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 AI model. The port features native ARM64 compilation, touch controls designed for RTS gameplay, and is available on GitHub, though it requires users to provide their own game copy.
#DRIVE Liberty & Steel Season is live!
The Liberty & Steel Season update for the mobile driving game #DRIVE is now live, introducing a new urban environment called The City, five new vehicles, and significant gameplay overhauls. Key changes include a reworked car performance system with Durability and Coolness stats, Home Turf affiliations granting bonuses, and a streamlined progression system that removes car cards in favor of direct upgrades using Caps.
Fish Them All!, a short indie fishing game for iOS and Android where the goal is to catch 10 million fish
Piisu Inc. has announced pre-registration details for its upcoming incremental fishing game, Fish Them All!, set to release on July 20, 2026, for iOS and Android. The game features pixel art, a simple catch-and-upgrade loop aiming for 10 million fish, and includes a character from their long-running game Fushigina Ikimono Funyamorake.
Blood Strike × One Punch Man Collaboration Available Now
NetEase Games has launched a collaboration event between Blood Strike and the anime One Punch Man, running until July 31, 2026. Players can unlock exclusive One Punch Man-themed skins, weapons, and battle pass rewards, featuring characters like Saitama and Genos. The event also introduces a special "One Punch" gameplay mode and brings back the EVO mode with new superpowers.