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Craft World Debuts El Capitan’s Fleet as Its Biggest Masterpiece Reward Yet
Angry Dynomites Lab is launching a new Special Masterpiece event called El Capitan's Fleet for Craft World on July 13. This event, centered around the game's pirate theme, emphasizes player-driven lore and community collaboration, offering boosted rewards for top contributors. El Capitan's Fleet also integrates with the game's Warp Crystals and DynoCoin airdrop mechanics, allowing players to earn additional rewards through participation and by leveling up their Project Voyager accounts.
Best Sports Betting Sites in Australia: Top 15 Bookmakers in 2026 - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
This review evaluates the top 15 sports betting sites in Australia for 2026, focusing on Tenobet, Gambiva, Rolletto, MyStake, and Donbet. The assessment covers odds value, market depth for AFL, NRL, and racing, banking speeds, and mobile experience, highlighting key features like welcome bonuses and same-game multi builders.
JUNEiNTER Unveils the LCP Game Revenue Estimation Model — Special Event for F2P Game Developers Launches Alongside the Announcement
JUNEiNTER has unveiled its "LCP Model," a new system designed to estimate the future revenue of live-service games, particularly those using Free-to-Play monetization. The company is also hosting a special event for PC and mobile F2P game developers to mark the model's launch, offering potential benefits to eligible participants.
Palworld 1.0, Tiny Bookshop on mobile and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up new indie games available this week, including Palworld 1.0 and Tiny Bookshop on mobile. It highlights notable releases for PC and mobile platforms.
Morning Metaverse
Over a thousand Pokémon Go players gathered in Times Square to participate in a special in-game event to defeat the legendary Pokémon Mewtwo. The event highlights the game's continued ability to draw large crowds for coordinated in-game activities.
Reverse: 1999 x Atomic Heart Collab launching July 23 with 110+ free pulls and new characters
Bluepoch announced that the strategic RPG Reverse: 1999 will launch its first global collaboration with the first-person shooter Atomic Heart on July 23. The update will introduce two new playable characters, The Twins and Nora, and a new crossover story set in Atomic Heart's world. Players can expect over 110 free pulls, a free monthly pass, and other rewards.
Announcing Convergence Fest, A First-of-Its-Kind Celebration of Teamfight Tactics and Riftbound
Riot Games announced Convergence Fest, a new multi-day live event combining the Teamfight Tactics Vegas Open and the Riftbound North American Regional Championship. The event will take place in Las Vegas from December 11-13, 2026, and will feature competitive tournaments, developer panels, an Artist Alley, and exclusive merchandise. Tickets go on sale in August and September.
Arknights: Endfield Celebrates its Half-Year Milestone with ‘Homecoming’ Update on July 16
Arknights: Endfield is releasing its 'Homecoming' update on July 16, 2026, marking the game's half-year anniversary. This update introduces the largest main-story map expansion since launch, focusing on the Wuling storyline, and adds two new playable operators, Arcane and Liino. The update also includes significant AIC system expansions, new activities, quality-of-life improvements, and special celebration rewards for players on PlayStation 5, PC, and mobile devices.
A Mobile Headon: Body Cam Shooter Is Coming to PC - Wishlist Now on Steam 🚀
Headon: Body Cam Shooter, a tactical multiplayer game with a body cam perspective, is coming to PC via Steam's Early Access. The developers aim to expand and improve the experience based on feedback from its established mobile player base.
Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis shutting down means its Japan only, prequel phone game will remain unplayable
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis will cease service on October 6th. The mobile game, which included a remake of the Japan-exclusive prequel Before Crisis: Final Fantasy 7, will become inaccessible, raising concerns about game preservation. The first chapter of the Before Crisis remake was released alongside the announcement, with two more planned before the shutdown.
Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis to end service this October
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis will cease service on October 6, 2026, after three years. The game, available on mobile and PC, featured a gacha mechanic and a new take on the Final Fantasy 7 story. Refunds for unused in-game currency are being offered to players in Taiwan.
War Legends Launches Worldwide: PC RTS Experience, Now on Your Phone
War Legends has launched worldwide, bringing a PC real-time strategy experience to mobile platforms. The game emphasizes direct unit control, base building, and tactical combat without auto-battles. It features campaign modes for Light and Dark factions, various PvP and FFA multiplayer modes, tournaments, and limited-time events.
Nine Crowns of Faenord Is an Open-World Action RPG, Now Out
Nine Crowns of Faenord, an open-world action RPG from indie developer Skvork, is now available on mobile platforms. Inspired by games like Valheim and Skyrim, the game features real-time combat, squad management, and a campaign focused on capturing castles and uniting nine crowns. It offers a single-player, offline experience with no microtransactions.
There Is No Reason To Buy Another PlayStation Or Xbox
The author argues that upcoming PlayStation and Xbox consoles will be too expensive and lack compelling reasons to purchase, especially with the shift to digital-only distribution. Concerns are raised about the impact on the used games market, accessibility for players with poor internet, and the overall viability of the console market as attention shifts to mobile and other forms of entertainment.
Supercell starts developer grants program for African studios
Supercell, the studio behind Brawl Stars, has launched a developer grants program to support African game development studios. The program offers equity-free grants ranging from $20,000 to $200,000 to help studios grow and strengthen the emerging African gaming ecosystem. Applications are open across multiple platforms and genres, with a focus on legally registered studios based primarily in Africa.
Moonlight Peaks Peeks Out
Moonlight Peaks, a life simulation game where players assume the role of a vampire among other supernatural beings, is now available on PC, Nintendo Switch, and mobile platforms. The game is published by XSEED Games.
I massively improved my hide and seek game with these Meccha Chameleon tips
This guide provides tips for Meccha Chameleon, a viral hide-and-seek game. It covers strategies for both hiding and hunting, including practicing in private servers, using the 'hide in plain sight' mechanic with the 3D Eyedropper tool, and downloading custom maps. The article also touches on potential platform releases for Mac, consoles, and mobile.
Black Desert Mobile Introduces the Transcendence Class Remaster, a Combat Skill Overhaul Update
Pearl Abyss has released a major update for Black Desert Mobile, introducing the new Transcendent Class system which overhauls combat skills and enhances visual effects. This update unifies existing Ascension and Awakening classes, expands skill levels to 20, and allows for further customization through Skill Sigils and weapon specializations. The game also features a Heidel Ball event on July 11 to celebrate the update.
Pixel Starships Drops a Charming Collaboration with KennyGifs
Developer SavySoda has launched a collaboration event in its management MMORPG Pixel Starships with artist KennyGifs. The event, available on mobile and PC, introduces characters like Bread, Birb, and Poku as permanent crew members for players' ships. This limited-time event concludes on August 22nd.
Atlus never added her to Persona 3 Reload, but the 2009 JRPG's female protagonist is finally making a comeback in…
Atlus has announced that Kotone Shiomi, the female protagonist from Persona 3 Portable, will be returning in a crossover event for the mobile and PC gacha game Persona 5: The Phantom X. While Kotone was not included in the recent Persona 3 Reload remake due to development challenges, this event will allow players to experience her character in a new context. Further details about the crossover's release date are expected soon.
