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Tomoland’s AI “Intern” Is Learning From Every Move Players Make In Its App
Tomoland's AI companion, referred to as an 'intern,' is actively learning from player actions within the studio's mobile app. The Singapore-based UGC platform, which recently secured $2 million in funding, allows users to create AI partners without coding. This AI training is part of Tomoland's broader strategy to bridge Web2 and Web3, though some players have expressed concerns about the AI's development and data usage.
Why Modern Casino Games Feel More Like Video Games | Invision Game Community
Modern casino games are increasingly adopting design principles from video games, particularly mobile and live-service titles. Features like progress bars, missions, unlockable content, and animated rewards are becoming common, aiming to enhance player engagement beyond traditional gameplay loops. This evolution is driven by a desire to create more intuitive and compelling experiences that align with contemporary gaming expectations, making casino platforms feel more like familiar gaming dashboards.
Esports Fans Are Embracing Chance-Based Mobile Games Between Matches - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
Esports viewers are increasingly filling downtime between matches with chance-based mobile games, reflecting a broader trend of split attention across multiple screens. This behavior is driven by the instant engagement and low-friction access these games offer, aligning with existing casual mobile gaming habits. The rise of mainstream, digital-first esports fandom makes these quick, low-commitment games a natural fit for occupying fan attention during natural lulls.
Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Is Officially Live on Apple Arcade
Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition has been released on Apple Arcade, offering a football experience free from advertisements, in-app purchases, and other monetization tactics. The game is available through the subscription service.
Crunchyroll Opens Pre-Registration for Stunning 2D Puzzle-Platformer Hoa on Mobile
Crunchyroll has opened pre-registration for the 2D puzzle-platformer Hoa on mobile devices, developed by Skrollcat Studio. The game, originally released on PC in 2021, features a hand-painted art style and focuses on exploration, light puzzles, and intuitive movement. The mobile version will be available to Crunchyroll Mega and Ultimate Fan members and is set to launch on September 9th, 2026.
HandyGames rebrands as THQ Nordic Mobile
HandyGames has rebranded as THQ Nordic Mobile, shifting its focus to bringing premium PC and console titles to mobile platforms, while its development studio continues as HandyGames. Separately, leaked emails reveal Blizzard Entertainment was Xbox's top-performing studio for FY26, driven by Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred and Overwatch, marking its third highest fiscal year for revenue.
REDMAGIC Astra 2 Gaming Tablet Launching Soon, Offering Early Bird Discounts
REDMAGIC is launching the REDMAGIC Astra 2 Gaming Tablet globally on July 17th, 2026, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and RedCore R4 gaming chip. The device boasts a 9.06-inch 2.4k OLED display, 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, and an advanced AquaCore Cooling System 2.0. An early bird promotion offering discounts and a free fast charger will be available from August 10th to 25th, 2026.
MMO Week in Review: Palworld Online sets its sights on the MMORPG genre
Garena has licensed the Palworld IP from Pocketpair to develop a mobile-only MMORPG titled Palworld Online, set to launch in 2026. The announcement comes amidst other MMO news including updates for Guild Wars 3, Lord of the Rings Online, and Aion 2, as well as the official completion of Electronic Arts' acquisition.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android - August 2026 round-up
This August 2026 round-up highlights new mobile games for iOS and Android, including the medieval city builder Townsmen: A Kingdom Rebuilt, the tactical witch combat game Witchcraft!, and the cat-themed idle RPG Meow Knights. Other featured titles include Beat Hazard Arcade, Ringdown: Switchboard Puzzle, Tower Of Fortune: Pralaya, and the mining roguelite Voidloop, offering a diverse range of genres for mobile players.
Betawatch: Palworld goes full mobile MMORPG as Guild Wars 3 talks species
This week's Betawatch covers several upcoming and in-development MMORPGs, including a mobile-only version of Palworld called Palworld Online and Guild Wars 3 confirming playable species. Updates are also provided on games like Runescape Dragonwilds, ArcheAge S: Strait of Freedom, and various titles in testing phases, highlighting the ongoing development and testing cycles within the MMO genre.
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HandyGames has been rebranded as THQ Nordic Mobile. This change signifies a strategic shift for the company within the mobile gaming sector.
Not So Massively: The Division Resurgence’s PC version is a very solid port
The Division: Resurgence, a mobile-first entry in Ubisoft's cover shooter franchise, has been ported to PC and offers a solid and enjoyable shooter experience. The game revisits New York after the Dollar Flu outbreak, featuring familiar environments from the original The Division but with deeper character customization and build options inspired by The Division 2. Despite some narrative and technical quirks, the PC port is a near-perfect adaptation, retaining all core features and feeling like a natural fit for the platform.
Unity sells Supersonic publishing business to Tripledot for $40M
Tripledot Studios has acquired Unity's Supersonic publishing business for $40 million in cash. This acquisition aims to expand Tripledot's reach in hybrid-casual gaming, integrate experienced teams and technology, and strengthen its position in the AI-driven gaming landscape. The deal also provides Tripledot with a presence in Israel's mobile games industry.
Pokemon TCG Pocket sees sharp player drop in latest quarter
The Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket app has experienced a significant decline in active players on iOS and Android devices during the latest financial quarter. This drop in player engagement contributed to a decrease in both revenue and profit for the company DeNA.
"A lot of these things are actually not made by us," Palworld lead explains following card game launch and MMO…
Pocketpair's John Buckley clarified that while Pocketpair developed Palworld, other companies like Krafton and Garena are responsible for the mobile spin-offs Palworld Mobile and Palworld Online, respectively. Buckley emphasized that Pocketpair remains self-funded and self-owned despite licensing out the intellectual property for various projects.
New ENJ Excavators Season Wipes the Board as Kepithor Sends Every Miner Back to Zero
Kepithor Studios has launched a new season for its idle game ENJ Excavators, resetting all player progress, gems, and upgrades. Only NFTs, such as Goblin NFTs, and certain ad-based boosts carry over between seasons. The game distributes ENJ cryptocurrency weekly to its top 600 ranked players, funded by Kepithor's Enjin validator node.
Using your phone while it’s plugged in won’t destroy the battery — here’s why
Using a smartphone while it is plugged in does not inherently damage the battery due to a technology called bypass charging. This feature reroutes power to run the device directly, pausing battery recharging and mitigating heat buildup, which is the primary cause of battery degradation. While bypass charging is common in many Android phones, Apple iPhones do not currently support it.
A New Palworld Game Has Been Announced, And It’s Releasing Pretty Soon
Garena has announced Palworld Online, a new mobile MMORPG developed under license from Pocketpair, set to release in 2026 for iOS and Android. The game aims to bring the core Palworld experience to mobile with new story elements and MMO features. This announcement follows the recent successful 1.0 launch of the main Palworld game.
The ELO Vagabond combines the best parts of Razer and GameSir to make the ultimate mobile controller
The ELO Vagabond is a new mobile controller that blends the comfort and grip of devices like the GameSir G8 with the design of the Razer Kishi V3 Pro, offering a more traditional gamepad feel. Priced at $99, it aims to provide a premium experience without the highest market cost, supporting PlayStation Remote Play and Xbox Game Pass.
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Palworld has been announced for iOS and Android mobile devices. The article also briefly mentions tips for reading on phones and a new Casio fitness tracker.