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Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis End-of-Service Announced for October 6th
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will cease service on October 6th, with in-game purchases already disabled. Planned events will continue until the shutdown. The company will delete player data post-service, and refunds for unused currency will be available for players in Taiwan. Originally launched in September 2023 for mobile and December 2023 for PC, the game aimed to retell iconic moments from the Final Fantasy 7 saga.
Yes, the RedMagic 11S Pro is the best phone I've tested for gaming, but that's only on paper
The RedMagic 11S Pro is technically a superior gaming phone on paper due to a slight performance bump from its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. However, the review finds that the improvements are not significant enough to justify the $100 price increase over the original RedMagic 11 Pro, making the older model a better value despite the 11S Pro retaining its high-end performance, water resistance, and excellent display.
Anime RNG Defense codes (July 2026)
This guide provides a list of active codes for the Roblox game Anime RNG Defense, offering players free rewards such as crystals and various rarity boxes. It also explains how to redeem these codes within the game and where to find more updates, including the game's Discord server.
Xbox Wants To Entertain 1 Billion People Every Day. It Can’t Even Explain How
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma outlined a goal for the company to entertain over one billion people daily, a target that seems ambitious given recent layoffs and the current reach of Xbox services. While mobile games like Candy Crush and Minecraft, along with other Microsoft titles, contribute to daily active users, they fall significantly short of the one billion mark. The strategy for achieving this goal, particularly through mobile gaming and potentially third-party titles, remains unclear.
From Las Vegas to the browser: 30 years of casino evolution in one article | Invision Game Community
This article traces the evolution of the casino industry over the past 30 years, from physical Las Vegas establishments to modern browser-based online platforms. It highlights key technological shifts like the introduction of electronic slots, the poker boom, the mobile revolution with HTML5, and the recent integration of cryptocurrencies and gamification. The transformation has significantly lowered barriers to entry and enhanced player experience through increased accessibility, choice, instant payments, and transparency.
NETMARBLE UNVEILS MAJOR SOLO LEVELING: KARMA REVEALS AT ANIME EXPO 2026
Netmarble revealed new details for Solo Leveling: KARMA at Anime Expo 2026, including an expanded original storyline, new Corrupted Hunters, a trailer, and key art. Acclaimed actor Troy Baker was announced as the voice of Antares, the Monarch of Destruction, with Aleks Le reprising his role as Sung Jinwoo. The game is a mobile roguelite action RPG featuring isometric hack-and-slash combat.
June’s Journey Is Celebrating the American Revolution with Legacy’s Road
Wooga's mobile game June's Journey is launching a new in-game event called Legacy's Road to celebrate the United States Semiquincentennial. The event features historical artifacts connected to the American Revolution, inspired by real-world discoveries. Players can participate in various missions and collect items to decorate their in-game islands.
How Gaming Became Much More Mobile Focused - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
The gaming industry has shifted significantly towards mobile platforms, with mobile devices becoming the primary gaming screen for many. This trend is driven by convenience and the increasing revenue generated by mobile games, which are projected to account for over half of the global games market by 2025. Even traditional genres like puzzle and adventure games are adapting to mobile-first design principles, while titles like Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile highlight the challenges of porting console experiences without proper mobile optimization.
Levels Up this Summer with UNO Teams Mode
Mattel163 has launched UNO Teams Mode in its mobile game UNO Wonder, allowing players to engage in 2v2 battles for the first time on mobile platforms. This new mode, inspired by the physical UNO Teams gameplay, features a new battlefield arena and exclusive team cards designed for fast-paced, strategic cooperation. UNO Teams Mode is now available worldwide on the App Store and Google Play, playable both online and offline.
Saudi Arabia-owned Scopely continues its mobile investment spree with Umamusame: Pretty Derby director's new company Studio AuKnow
Mobile gaming giant Scopely has made a strategic investment into Studio AuKnow, a new company founded by the former director of the popular mobile game Umamusume: Pretty Derby. This investment is part of Scopely's ongoing commitment to the Japanese market and broader Saudi Arabian efforts to invest in the growing mobile gaming sector.
Resident Evil Survival Unit And Monster Hunter Team Up For July
Resident Evil Survival Unit is collaborating with Monster Hunter for a month-long event from July 2nd to July 29th. The event introduces a new co-operative game mode where players can battle iconic Monster Hunter beasts like Rathalos and Yian Kut-Ku, and earn exclusive in-game rewards. Additionally, some familiar heroes from the Monster Hunter series will join the Resident Evil Survival Unit roster for free during the event.
The Pokémon Company International Announces Champion of Champions Tournament Following Pokémon Champions Mobile App Launch
The Pokémon Company International has announced the Champion of Champions Tournament, a unique event featuring winners from various non-traditional disciplines competing in Pokémon Champions. The tournament will take place on July 29, 2026, in London, with the winner receiving a trip to the Pokémon World Championships and a charitable donation. The event aims to highlight the accessibility of Pokémon Champions, which is available on mobile and Nintendo Switch systems.
#DRIVE Liberty & Steel Season is coming on July 3rd.
The Liberty & Steel Season update for the mobile driving game #DRIVE is now available on Android and iOS. This update introduces a new urban environment called The City, adds five new vehicles, and significantly overhauls gameplay mechanics including car performance, durability, and a new home turf affiliation system. The progression and economy have also been redesigned, removing car cards for direct upgrades and tying content unlocks to garage value.
FIFA Heroes is the Game of the Summer
FIFA Heroes, an arcade football game officially licensed by FIFA, has surpassed one million downloads and is being hailed as the Game of the Summer. The game has topped sports charts in the UK, Italy, France, and Australia, and became the number one overall app in Turkey. Daily player engagement remains high, with an average of 150,000 new users and 125,000 returning players each day.
“UNO Wonder” Levels Up this Summer with UNO Teams Mode
Mattel163 has launched UNO Teams Mode in its mobile game UNO Wonder, introducing 2v2 gameplay for the first time. This new mode allows players to team up with friends for strategic duo battles, playable online or offline. UNO Teams Mode is now available worldwide on the App Store and Google Play.
Apple Arcade Adds These New Games In July
Apple Arcade is adding six new games on July 2, including titles like Dungeon Clawler+, Creatures of the Deep+, Pocket City 2+, and Draw It+. The subscription service, priced at $7 per month, offers over 270 ad-free and in-app purchase-free games across Apple devices.
Grand Outlaws Launches Globally in Late Summer 2026 — Open Beta Already Live on Android
Hardbit announced that its open-world action title, Grand Outlaws - RP Life Online, will launch globally on Android and iOS in late summer 2026. The game is currently in an open beta on Android, with plans for a full release that emphasizes community input. The title features two large islands, various game modes including battle royale and heists, and aims for high-quality graphics and smooth optimization for mobile devices.
Mario Kart World Surprise Update Adds New Knockout Tour Routes
Nintendo has released a surprise update for its mobile game Mario Kart Tour, adding new routes to the Knockout Tour mode. The update is available for the Nintendo Switch version of the game.
Pokemon Go July 2026 Events: Raids, Spotlight Hours, Go Fest, And More
Pokemon Go is celebrating its tenth anniversary in July 2026 with a packed schedule of in-game events. The month features multiple Raid boss rotations including legendary and Mega Pokemon, weekly Spotlight Hours, a Sobble Community Day, and the global Go Fest event. Special celebrations for the anniversary, Pikachu, and Professor Willow's birthday will also take place, alongside unique Timed Research events.
MMO Week in Review: Guild Wars goes mobile, Bungie gets layoffs
This week's MMO news includes Guild Wars launching on mobile, Star Trek Online's new update, and Throne & Liberty's summer expansion. However, the industry also saw significant layoffs at Sony and Bungie, impacting hundreds of developers working on Destiny 2 and Marathon. Other news includes Valve's Steam Machine pricing, the ongoing Ashes of Creation lawsuit, and updates on Grand Theft Auto VI's online multiplayer.