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Supercell's acquisition of Metacore expected to close at the end of September 2026
Supercell's acquisition of Metacore is expected to finalize by the end of September 2026, with the terms of the transaction remaining undisclosed. Metacore's debut title, Merge Mansion, will be integrated into Supercell's live games portfolio, with both companies expressing optimism about the future success of the game and its players under Supercell's operational expertise.
Zenonia 1 Best Build Guide - Late Game Walkthrough
This guide focuses on creating the best Paladin build for Zenonia 1, emphasizing strength and SP reduction equipment for late-game damage output. The article notes the game's remaster on Steam has received positive player reviews.
Everything announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 — from Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake to The Witcher…
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game announcements, including a Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered with new content. The show featured reveals for Ananta, The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past DLC, Nodus Fall, Rainbow Six Tactics, Gears of War: E-Day, and many more titles across various genres and platforms.
Pixel Starships is GO! for a crossover with kids show Thunderbirds
The mobile game Pixel Starships is launching a crossover event with the classic 1960s children's show Thunderbirds. The event will introduce characters like Lady Penelope and Scott Tracy, along with new in-game equipment and ship designs inspired by the show.
Team Rocket takes over London ahead of new Pokémon TCG Pocket expansion
The Pokémon Company is releasing a new "Team Rocket's Ambition" booster pack for Pokémon TCG Pocket on August 27th. Ahead of the digital launch, a free Team Rocket-themed pop-up event will be held in London on August 22nd and 23rd, offering puzzles and rewards for participants.
Game Subscriptions You Might Secretly Already Have
This article explores how consumers might already have access to game subscriptions through services they already use, beyond typical gaming platforms like Xbox Game Pass or PlayStation Plus. It highlights offerings from Netflix, The New York Times, Rockstar's GTA+, Amazon Luna, and Epic Games Store's free weekly titles, detailing the types of games available through each.
Nintendo applies for new trademark for Dr. Mario World
Nintendo has filed a new trademark for Dr. Mario World, a mobile game that was terminated in October 2021 due to low user activity. This has sparked speculation online that the game might be ported to the Nintendo Switch.
Barbie and Hot Wheels owner Mattel launches Mattel Game Studios
Toy maker Mattel has launched Mattel Game Studios, a new subsidiary of Mattel Digital Studios, to develop and publish titles based on its iconic brands like Barbie and Hot Wheels. The studio will oversee existing mobile games and publish new free-to-play titles, as well as original experiences on platforms like Roblox and Fortnite. This move follows Mattel's recent acquisition of mobile studio Mattel163.
Mattel launches new global studios business to develop games based on its IP
Mattel has launched Mattel Game Studios, a new global development organization focused on creating games based on its intellectual property. This initiative builds upon the company's acquisition of Mattel163 and aims to develop original gaming experiences for various platforms, including mobile, PC, Roblox, and Fortnite. The studio's existing portfolio includes popular mobile titles like UNO!, and upcoming releases such as Skeletor: Until Next Time! and an unnamed Hot Wheels title.
Unsurprisingly, GTA 6 Has Take-Two Predicting A Massively Profitable Year Ahead
Take-Two Interactive is predicting a highly profitable financial year, running from April 2026 to March 2027, with revenue expected to reach $8.2 billion, largely driven by the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6. The publisher anticipates Rockstar Games will contribute 37% of this revenue, with Zynga and the 2K Games label making up the rest. The company also highlighted the continued success of its mobile games and annual sports titles, as well as microtransaction sales from established franchises like Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2.
Sunday Mobilization
The mobile game adaptation of Story of Seasons has been cancelled. This decision follows Marvelous ending its six-year partnership with Tencent, impacting the development and release of the game.
Cookie Run Crumble codes (July 2026) for Crystals, Cookie Cutters, and more
This guide provides redemption codes for Cookie Run Crumble, offering players free Crystals, Cookie Cutters, and other in-game items. Players must redeem these codes on the official Coupon Redemption page using their DevPlay account MID, as in-game redemption is not available. The article also mentions the game's idle gameplay mechanics and its success in Korea.
Alpha Dog Games returns to independence two years after being shuttered by Xbox
Alpha Dog Games, the developer of Mighty Doom, has returned to independent ownership two years after being shut down by Microsoft. Studio founder Shawn Woods confirmed the transition, expressing gratitude to Microsoft for enabling the return. The studio is updating its Unity-based engine and is in discussions with partners, though specific projects remain undisclosed.
Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link Leak Has Fans Wishing Square Enix Hadn't Canceled Its Mobile Spinoff
Footage of the intro for the canceled mobile game Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link has leaked online, leading fans to express disappointment that Square Enix did not release the title. The leak showcases what appears to be a nearly finished product.
Canceled Kingdom Hearts spin-off's intro apparently leaks online and not even veteran fans understand what's going on: "Why does it look like Pacific Rim but with Keyblades"
The opening cinematic for the canceled mobile game Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link has reportedly leaked online, featuring a large-scale battle and narrative elements that some fans find confusing and unlike the game's previously described steampunk aesthetic. The footage's grand scale has led to speculation that parts of it may be repurposed for Kingdom Hearts 4.
Union slams Microsoft for "unfair labor practice", alleging Xbox "unlawfully" laid off staff
Microsoft's Xbox division is facing accusations of unfair labor practices, including unlawfully laying off staff without proper union notification or discussion. The Communications Workers of America (CWA) has filed complaints alleging refusal to bargain and coercive actions. Meanwhile, Netflix reported a 600% surge in kids' game engagement, driven by its dedicated mobile app, and expressed confidence in scaling its cloud gaming offerings.
Netflix says its critically-panned FIFA World Cup video game was a 'top tier' performer
Netflix has reported that its cloud games, specifically FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition and Unhinged, achieved 'top tier' performance and were its most successful cloud game debuts. Despite critical reception for FIFA World Cup, Netflix highlighted significant growth in its kid-focused 'Netflix Playground' app and an 11x increase in monthly active cloud game players since October.
Netflix Playground drives 600% surge in kids games engagement
Netflix's dedicated kids games app, Netflix Playground, has seen a 600% year-on-year increase in engagement since its April launch, tripling its daily player count. The company is also scaling its cloud gaming offerings, with monthly active players increasing elevenfold. Netflix is investing in its games division across four pillars: mainstream, narrative, party, and kids games.
Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link may have been cancelled, but that hasn't stopped footage of Keyblade-wielding astronauts from leaking online
Footage of the cancelled mobile game Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link has surfaced online, showcasing astronaut-like characters fighting a giant Heartless with Keyblades. Development on the game, which was intended to connect Kingdom Hearts Union X and Kingdom Hearts Dark Road, ended last year due to concerns about long-term service viability. Square Enix's current focus for the series is on Kingdom Hearts 4.
Final Fantasy Resonance Trailer Imagines A World Without Final Fantasy 7 Changing Everything
A new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance imagines a world where Final Fantasy 7 never transitioned to 3D graphics, instead exploring an HD-2D aesthetic. The game, which is a reimagining of the mobile title Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, will feature original characters and will be released on PC and Nintendo Switch on October 22.