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Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – May 2026 round-up
This May 2026 round-up highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android, including ports of popular titles like Sea of Stars, Dredge, and Nova Drift. The article also features unique experiences such as Bacon in Zane and Merchant of the Skies, alongside new entries like Jetpack Joyride Racing and Star Overlord, discussing their gameplay, monetization, and overall quality.
Supercell Fully Acquires Merge Mansion Creator Metacore
Supercell has fully acquired Metacore, the developer of Merge Mansion, consolidating the popular merge-2 puzzler into its live games portfolio. Despite previous investments and attempts to launch new titles, Metacore's sole game, Merge Mansion, will now be the focus of Supercell's operational efforts. The terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
Metacore restructuring to the tune of 'up to 160' redundancies
Metacore is planning a significant restructuring, potentially leading to up to 160 redundancies in Finland, due to the plateaued growth of its hit game Merge Mansion and unsuccessful new investments. Concurrently, Supercell, already a major shareholder, will acquire the rest of Metacore, aiming to scale Merge Mansion back into a leading position within its category.
You can now pre-register for Digimon Up and get bonus items!
Bandai Namco's new mobile game, Digimon Up, is now available for pre-registration on the Google Play Store and iTunes Store, with a release date set for July 28th, 2026. Pre-registering players will receive bonus in-game items, with further rewards unlocked based on total pre-registration numbers. The game features familiar Digimon training and battling mechanics, along with new additions and in-app purchases. Additionally, an expansion for Digimon Story Time Stranger is planned for 2027.
Star Wars Day Is On Its Way, Here's Everything Lucasfilm Has Announced
Lucasfilm Games has announced several new titles and collaborations to celebrate Star Wars Day. These include the racing game Star Wars: Galactic Racer, a Monopoly crossover, and updates for mobile titles like Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes. Additionally, characters like Luke Skywalker are being added to Brawlhalla, and discounts are available for games such as Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.
CELEBRATE THE HALF-ANNIVERSARY EVENT IN MAPLESTORY: IDLE RPG TODAY
NEXON and Able Games have launched a large-scale Half-Anniversary Festival event for their mobile idle RPG, MapleStory: Idle RPG. The event includes a 1+1 Burning Event with a Flag Race mini-game, two new Pirate-class jobs (Buccaneer and Corsair), a new Horntail boss raid, and a Star Force Hunting Zone weekly content mode. The festival runs until June 11 and offers various in-game rewards and currency.
Monster Hunter Outlanders Second Closed Beta Now Live with Aesoland and Radiant Monsters
TiMi Studio Group has launched the second closed beta for its mobile action RPG, Monster Hunter Outlanders. This update introduces the new continent of Aesoland, new character classes like Assault and Disruptor, and Radiant monster variants of existing creatures. New Buddy companions and expanded crafting and building features are also included.
NEOWIZ Launches Cats & Soup: Magic Recipe Worldwide
NEOWIZ has launched its mobile idle game, Cats & Soup: Magic Recipe, globally, expanding on the popular Cats & Soup IP. The sequel introduces a new story, gameplay elements, and cat designs while retaining the original's art style and cozy atmosphere. The game is available worldwide except for China, Vietnam, and Russia, with pre-registration rewards and launch events offered to players.
Xenosaga: Pied Piper Switch Release Date Set
G-Mode has announced that Xenosaga: Pied Piper will be released on Nintendo Switch on April 30, 2026. This port of the 2004 mobile game, which stars Ziggy a century before Xenosaga Episode I, will also be available on PC via Steam. G-Mode has also released ports of Armored Core Mobile 3 and Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner – A’s Test Server.
'HAEGIN Launches Next-Gen Mobile Action Game ‘Last Hunter K: Seoul’ in 13 Countries Worldwide
HAEGIN has launched its new mobile action game, Last Hunter K: Seoul, in 13 countries worldwide, including Korea, the U.S., Japan, and Taiwan. The game features intense combat set in a post-apocalyptic Seoul and offers detailed customization options. Launch events are providing players with generous in-game rewards.
Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin Spin-off Mobile Game Shutting Down
The mobile spin-off game Sakuna: Hinuka Junreitan, based on Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin, will shut down on July 27, 2026, after launching in February 2026 in Japan for Android and iOS. The planned PC launch has also been canceled. Ahead of the shutdown, a "Thank You" campaign is offering in-game currency and materials.
Fate Grand Order Adds Strange Fake Servants in New Collab Event Update
Type-Moon and Lasengle have introduced new Fate/strange Fake collaboration content to the Japanese version of Fate/Grand Order. This update includes the addition of Francesca Prelati and François Prelati as a five-star Caster Servant, alongside new Ascension Arts for Hippolyta. The popular mobile gacha game is noted for its storyline despite criticism of its gacha mechanics.
The Esports World Cup 2026 Sets a Record-Breaking Prize Pool
The Esports World Cup 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will feature a record-breaking $75 million prize pool across 24 games and 25 tournaments. Over 2,000 players and 200 clubs from more than 100 countries will compete in a variety of genres including battle royales, first-person shooters, MOBAs, and fighting games.
A Cozy Twist to Monster-Collection: Lumi Master Announces 2026 Global Launch and Opens Pre-Registration
Bilibili Games has announced that its cozy monster-collection adventure mobile game, Lumi Master, will launch globally in 2026, with pre-registration now open. The game features a hand-drawn art style, over 100 unique Lumis to collect and evolve, home management, mini-games, and multiplayer battles. Players can win a Nintendo Switch 2 by participating in the pre-registration milestone campaign.
How to complete the Lady Luck challenge in BitLife
This guide details how to complete the 'Lady Luck' weekly challenge in the mobile game BitLife. The challenge requires players to be born a female in Nevada, become a famous mobile app developer, win over $1 million in casino winnings, secure over $5 million in divorce settlements, and have a witch doctor cure an illness.
GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE CELEBRATES 3.5 ANNIVERSARY WITH GLOBAL T.T. STAR IDOL TOUR STARTING APRIL 23
Level Infinite has detailed the upcoming 3.5 Anniversary event for Goddess of Victory: Nikke, featuring a global idol comeback tour for the character Anis. The celebration includes new NIKKE characters, exclusive skins, a music-rhythm mini-game, main story chapters, and over 160 free pulls. The event also includes a global Commander Cheering Campaign with real-world landmark light-ups.
No prizes for guessing what won Best Game at Bafta 2026 Games Awards
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was the dominant winner at the Bafta 2026 Games Awards, securing Best Game, Debut Game for Sandfall Interactive, and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English. The Telltale Games style adventure Dispatch also received three awards for Animation, Audio Achievement, and Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffrey Wright. Supercell CEO Ilkka Paananen was controversially awarded the BAFTA Fellowship.
The classic Xenosaga series is finally making its PC debut, but don't get too excited because it's a 2004…
The classic JRPG Xenosaga: Pied Piper, originally released for Japanese mobile phones in 2004, is coming to PC via Steam. Developed by Monolith Soft and published by G-Mode, this port will not include an English translation or modern quality-of-life improvements. This release highlights G-Mode's efforts in game preservation, though it is unlikely to lead to modern ports of the main Xenosaga trilogy due to Nintendo's ownership of Monolith Soft.
Xenosaga shows signs of life for the first time in 20 years as Japan-only spin-off JRPG gets official Steam and Switch…
The JRPG series Xenosaga is seeing its first official release in 20 years with Xenosaga: Pied Piper, a spin-off originally released for Japanese feature phones in 2004. This canonical side story featuring turn-based combat will be available on Steam and Nintendo Switch, though it will only be released in Japanese. This marks a significant moment for game preservation, bringing a previously obscure title to modern platforms.
G-MODE Archives+ Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner: A’s TEST Server now available in Japan
G-MODE has released G-MODE Archives+ Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner: A’s TEST Server for Nintendo Switch and PC in Japan, priced at 1,800 yen. This RPG, originally a mobile phone title from 2006, features a strategic Press Turn System and a Mantra system for skill customization. The re-release is based on the Complete Edition and includes features adapted for modern platforms, such as partially procedurally generated dungeons.
