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Former Crab War Team Launches Closed Beta for Marblebound, A Strategic Marble-Shooter Adventure for Southeast Asia & Hong Kong
HoopTech Games has launched the closed beta for Marblebound, a new mobile marble-shooter adventure game. The beta is currently available in Southeast Asian countries and Hong Kong, allowing players to test strategic combat, collectible heroes, and level progression. This milestone aims to gather community feedback for refinement before a wider release.
Business and Finance
The New Zealand games sector has surpassed $1 billion in revenue two years ahead of schedule. Separately, the European mobile games sector is projected to generate €7.53 billion globally in 2025.
Game Of Thrones: Dragonfire, A Mobile Game Based On House Of The Dragon
Game of Thrones: Dragonfire, a new free-to-play mobile strategy game based on House of the Dragon, has launched on iOS and Android. Developed by Warner Bros. Games Boston, players take on the role of a dragonrider building armies to conquer Westeros. The game features a live service model with new dragons and limited-time "Reign" events, and offers rewards for watching House of the Dragon Season 3.
Nordic Game attendance rises by 6% in 2026
Nordic Game 2026 saw a 6% increase in attendance, with over 1,100 companies from 59 countries participating. The event highlighted the strength of independent developers and featured discussions on the art of games. Separately, a report commissioned by King revealed that European mobile games generated €7.53 billion globally in 2025 and contributed significantly to the European economy.
Canadian Indie Game Studio Sends Players to the World’s Rainforests On World Environment Day, for Terra’s Legacy: Rainsong, a Green Game Jam Event!
Northern Forge Studios is hosting its Green Game Jam event, Terra's Legacy: Rainsong, for its mobile game Orna: The GPS RPG. The event, starting June 5, introduces rainforest-inspired locations and challenges players to work together to protect these ecosystems. A portion of proceeds from in-game purchases will be donated to the Rainforest Alliance.
Mina the Hollower tunnels into our hearts! Pure Nintendo Podcast E164
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode 164 covers Yacht Club Games' Mina the Hollower, upcoming Switch 2 announcements including Dragon Quest XI S and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, and Donkey Kong 64's arrival on Switch Online. The hosts also discuss demos for The Adventures of Elliot and Pictonico, physical releases, and local gaming events in Brisbane.
Scopely Unleashes The Simpsons in MONOPOLY GO! as Two Iconic Worlds Collide
Scopely is launching a crossover event in its mobile game MONOPOLY GO! featuring characters and locations from The Simpsons. The event, running from June 3 to July 29, introduces new gameplay mechanics, narrative-driven episodes, and an original animated short. This marks The Simpsons' first dedicated mobile game experience in over a decade.
New Genre-defining Action-Healer, 3 Healers Fables The History of Three Influential Figureheads Without Combat
The new mobile game 3 Healers features Jesus Christ, Bruno Gröning, and Rasputin as playable characters who must heal NPCs without engaging in combat. Players navigate 2D environments, avoiding adversaries to apply healing before escaping. The game is available on Google Play and emphasizes strategic evasion and non-violent gameplay.
Mina the Hollower and Call of Duty join this week’s eShop roundup
The Nintendo eShop is featuring several new releases, including Yacht Club Games' retro-inspired action-RPG Mina the Hollower and the latest Call of Duty title, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, for the Nintendo Switch 2. A new mobile game, Pictonico!, which uses phone photos for minigames, is also available on Android and iOS devices.
Witcher Dev’s Mysterious New Game With Saudi Arabia’s Scopely Is Not Releasing Soon
CD Projekt Red's new mobile game, a collaboration with Scopely based on one of CD Projekt's franchises, will not be released in 2026. Joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that the game is undergoing an iterative development process and has not yet reached a satisfactory level for release. The partnership was announced in March 2025, with Scopely being acquired by Saudi Arabia's Savvy Games in 2023.
Anime Card Crusade Codes (May 2026)
This article provides a list of active codes for the Roblox game Anime Card Crusade, which can be redeemed for in-game items like Luck Potions and Roll Speed Potions. It also explains how to redeem codes and why some might not work, with a note that codes expire over time.
Perfect Ten: Video games that spun off from MMORPGs
This article highlights ten video games that originated as spin-offs from MMORPGs, exploring various genres and platforms. Examples include Warhammer Online: Wrath of Heroes, RuneScape Dragonwilds, and EVE Online's Gunjack, showcasing how established MMO IPs have been adapted into different gaming experiences.
Pokemon GO: Forever Forward season debuts Mega Raichu X & Y
The Pokemon GO: Forever Forward season has launched, introducing Mega Raichu's two Mega Evolutions to Niantic's mobile game. This update precedes the upcoming Pokemon GO Fest event.
Random: Don't Be Fooled By Google Play Store's Tomodachi Life Clones
Several apps on the Google Play Store are blatant clones of Nintendo's Tomodachi Life, using identical key art and similar titles. These apps, such as 'Tomodachi Life Living Dream' and 'Tomodochi: Live the Dream Life', have amassed over 150,000 downloads combined despite misleading descriptions and incorrect age ratings. The article warns consumers to be wary of these rip-offs and to only purchase the legitimate game on the Nintendo Switch.
Take-Two to launch seven sequels and three new IP by 2029 – but what are they?
Take-Two Interactive has outlined its release strategy through April 2029, planning to launch seven sequels, three new intellectual properties, and numerous sports and mobile titles. This includes the Max Payne 1+2 remakes expected around 2027, Bioshock 4, and the new IP Judas. The publisher also anticipates releasing Grand Theft Auto 6 in November 2024.
Yoshi’s back to delight us all! Pure Nintendo Podcast E163
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode 163 covers Yoshi's New Island, Nintendo's surprise mobile game Pictonico, and the demo for RPG Adventures of Elliot. The hosts also discuss the addition of the A Link Between Worlds soundtrack to Nintendo Music, new Pac-Man and Broken Sword media, and various indie games.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (23rd May)
Several Nintendo Life staff members share their weekend gaming plans, including titles like Indiana Jones, Tales of Arise, and Mario Kart World. The article also touches on new mobile game announcements, trading card game scalping issues, and performance boosts on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Inazuma Eleven INA-DAI Stream Focuses on 2 Games
Level-5 will host an Inazuma Eleven INA-DAI presentation on May 29, 2026, to provide updates on Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road and the new mobile game Inazuma Eleven: Cross. Victory Road is currently available on multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC, with ongoing content updates. Inazuma Eleven: Cross is set for a Japanese mobile release in June 2026, with a worldwide launch date yet to be announced.
Take-Two expects to earn $8B in FY27 thanks to Grand Theft Auto VI
Take-Two Interactive anticipates earning between $8 billion and $8.2 billion in fiscal year 2027, largely driven by the November 2026 launch of Grand Theft Auto VI. The company reported record net bookings of $6.72 billion for fiscal year 2026, exceeding initial guidance, with strong performances from Grand Theft Auto V, Red Dead Redemption 2, and mobile titles.
G-Mode Archives+ Pac-Man announced for Nintendo Switch
Pac-Man is coming to Nintendo Switch as part of the G-Mode Archives+ line, replicating its Japanese flip phone version. While a specific release date has not been provided, it will be shared soon. The game retains its classic 1980 arcade gameplay where players eat dots and avoid ghosts.
