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Apple Arcade Will Add New Katamari Damacy, Space Invader Games in April

Apple Arcade will expand its game library with six titles, including new Katamari and Space Invaders games, on April 3.

DC food

A DC Comics Video Game Based On Dark Nights: Metal Releases In March

DC: Dark Legion is set to launch on March 14, providing players with new gameplay opportunities despite WB Games' recent struggles.

fromDigiday

Marketing

How mobile game publisher HOMA worked with TikTok to create a viral hit inspired by #CleanTok

The game 'Clean It' became a viral hit, showcasing the impact of TikTok trends on mobile game development and marketing.

Video games

The Best Mobile Games Of 2024 For iOS And Android

Mobile games serve as both a casual pastime and a compelling gaming medium that can engage players for extended periods.

Video games

All The Game And Anime Announcements At Digimon Con 2025

Digimon Con 2025 showcased major upcoming projects, including a new RPG and mobile card game, expanding the Digimon franchise.

Video games

Who is Scopely, Pokemon Go's new owner?

Niantic is selling its games and teams to Scopely for $3.5 billion, raising concerns among players about the future of titles like Pokémon Go.

Gadgets

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Apple Arcade Will Add New Katamari Damacy, Space Invader Games in April

Apple Arcade will expand its game library with six titles, including new Katamari and Space Invaders games, on April 3.

DC food

A DC Comics Video Game Based On Dark Nights: Metal Releases In March

DC: Dark Legion is set to launch on March 14, providing players with new gameplay opportunities despite WB Games' recent struggles.

fromDigiday

Marketing

How mobile game publisher HOMA worked with TikTok to create a viral hit inspired by #CleanTok

The game 'Clean It' became a viral hit, showcasing the impact of TikTok trends on mobile game development and marketing.

Video games

The Best Mobile Games Of 2024 For iOS And Android

Mobile games serve as both a casual pastime and a compelling gaming medium that can engage players for extended periods.

Video games

All The Game And Anime Announcements At Digimon Con 2025

Digimon Con 2025 showcased major upcoming projects, including a new RPG and mobile card game, expanding the Digimon franchise.

Ethical Gamification: Designing for User Well-being in the Age of Addictive Tech

Mobile games use psychological strategies to encourage spending, often mirroring gambling techniques.

fromMedium

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Ethical Gamification: Designing for User Well-being in the Age of Addictive Tech

Many mobile games use psychological manipulation similar to gambling to encourage spending.

Dating apps like Tinder also employ addictive design patterns to generate revenue.

Growth hacking

fromMedium

Ethical Gamification: Designing for User Well-being in the Age of Addictive Tech

Mobile games use psychological strategies to encourage spending, often mirroring gambling techniques.

fromMedium

Growth hacking

Ethical Gamification: Designing for User Well-being in the Age of Addictive Tech

Many mobile games use psychological manipulation similar to gambling to encourage spending.

Dating apps like Tinder also employ addictive design patterns to generate revenue.

Ethical Gamification: Designing for User Well-being in the Age of Addictive Tech

Many apps and games use psychological manipulation akin to gambling to increase spending.

Growing awareness of manipulative patterns has led to legal challenges against companies.

#pokemon

Video games

Pokemon TCG Pocket Is About To Have Some Competition

Digimon is launching a new mobile card game app to compete with Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket.

Video games

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket's Second Set Is All About Sinnoh

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket reached 60 million downloads in two months and will launch its first expansion, Spacetime Smackdown, on January 30.

Video games

Wild Pokemon TCG Pocket Theory Thinks You Can Game The System

Players are exploring conspiracy theories to improve their odds in Pokemon TCG Pocket, especially regarding identifying pack imperfections.

Video games

Pokemon TCG Pocket Is About To Have Some Competition

Digimon is launching a new mobile card game app to compete with Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket.

Video games

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket's Second Set Is All About Sinnoh

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket reached 60 million downloads in two months and will launch its first expansion, Spacetime Smackdown, on January 30.

Video games

Wild Pokemon TCG Pocket Theory Thinks You Can Game The System

Players are exploring conspiracy theories to improve their odds in Pokemon TCG Pocket, especially regarding identifying pack imperfections.

Google introduces new developer tools and titles for games on mobile and PC | TechCrunch

Google is enhancing its Play Games for PC with new features and tools for game developers.

Mobile games will be made available on PC, with an option for developers to choose.

Could AppLovin Stock Help You Become a Millionaire? | The Motley Fool

AppLovin's transition from mobile gaming to ad tech has led to explosive growth, with over 500% stock increase in one year.

fromBusiness Insider

Adtech darling AppLovin is in talks to sell its gaming unit to Tripledot Studios in a $900 million deal, sources say

AppLovin is selling its games unit to Tripledot Studios for $900 million.

The sale aligns with AppLovin's strategy to focus solely on advertising.

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Could AppLovin Stock Help You Become a Millionaire? | The Motley Fool

AppLovin's transition from mobile gaming to ad tech has led to explosive growth, with over 500% stock increase in one year.

fromBusiness Insider

Adtech darling AppLovin is in talks to sell its gaming unit to Tripledot Studios in a $900 million deal, sources say

AppLovin is selling its games unit to Tripledot Studios for $900 million.

The sale aligns with AppLovin's strategy to focus solely on advertising.

Activision Comes Under Fire After Players Spot Possible Generative AI In Mobile Game Ads

Activision is reportedly using AI-generated art for ads of rumored mobile games, causing player disappointment and confusion.

Video games

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete Announced, Arriving In December

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete offers a paid, offline version that carries over player progress from the original game.

JavaScript

This Final Fantasy Game Is Shutting Down Later This Year

Final Fantasy Brave Exvius will shut down on October 30, after providing a gaming experience since its launch in 2016.

Marketing

Marvel Snap is coming back to app stores soon, says developer

Marvel Snap is returning to app stores after an outage caused by its original publisher being linked to TikTok.

Compensation packages are being offered to players affected by the recent outage.

Video games

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp's Microtransaction-Free Version Is Out Now For $10, Doubles Soon

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp now offers a Complete edition with a fixed price, removing previous microtransactions.

Privacy professionals

Flappy Bird Is Flapping Back To A Screen Near You

Flappy Bird is returning to mobile and web platforms in 2025, after a decade-long absence, driven by a fan-founded group.

Video games

Activision Comes Under Fire After Players Spot Possible Generative AI In Mobile Game Ads

Activision is reportedly using AI-generated art for ads of rumored mobile games, causing player disappointment and confusion.

Video games

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete Announced, Arriving In December

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete offers a paid, offline version that carries over player progress from the original game.

JavaScript

This Final Fantasy Game Is Shutting Down Later This Year

Final Fantasy Brave Exvius will shut down on October 30, after providing a gaming experience since its launch in 2016.

Marketing

Marvel Snap is coming back to app stores soon, says developer

Marvel Snap is returning to app stores after an outage caused by its original publisher being linked to TikTok.

Compensation packages are being offered to players affected by the recent outage.

Video games

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp's Microtransaction-Free Version Is Out Now For $10, Doubles Soon

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp now offers a Complete edition with a fixed price, removing previous microtransactions.

Privacy professionals

Flappy Bird Is Flapping Back To A Screen Near You

Flappy Bird is returning to mobile and web platforms in 2025, after a decade-long absence, driven by a fan-founded group.

'Good Coffee, Great Coffee' Is the Perfect Mobile Game for Wannabe Baristas

Good Coffee, Great Coffee offers a fun way to experience being a barista through immersive gameplay.

fromVentureBeat

Segwise launches Creative Analytics AI Agent on its user acquisition platform

Segwise launches Creative Analytics AI Agent to enhance user acquisition for app developers.

#in-app-purchases

fromExchangewire

Marketing tech

AdInMo Survey Reveals 72% of Mobile Games Makers Adopting Hybrid Monetisation Model

Hybrid monetisation strategies are being prioritized by 72% of mobile game developers, indicating a shift towards integrating both IAP and IAA for revenue.

Video games

Support For This Final Fantasy Game Has Suddenly Ended On iOS

Square Enix is ceasing support for the iOS version of Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Remastered due to in-app purchase issues.

fromExchangewire

Marketing tech

AdInMo Survey Reveals 72% of Mobile Games Makers Adopting Hybrid Monetisation Model

Hybrid monetisation strategies are being prioritized by 72% of mobile game developers, indicating a shift towards integrating both IAP and IAA for revenue.

Video games

Support For This Final Fantasy Game Has Suddenly Ended On iOS

Square Enix is ceasing support for the iOS version of Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Remastered due to in-app purchase issues.

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Marketing

Marvel Snap down thanks to TikTok ban

The shutdown of TikTok led to the unexpected removal of ByteDance-associated games like Marvel Snap and many others from app stores.

Marketing

Marvel Snap may return to app stores as early as this week, devs provide goodies to make up for downtime

Marvel Snap is returning to the Google Play store soon, following an outage linked to TikTok's ownership.

Marketing

Marvel Snap down thanks to TikTok ban

The shutdown of TikTok led to the unexpected removal of ByteDance-associated games like Marvel Snap and many others from app stores.

Marketing

Marvel Snap may return to app stores as early as this week, devs provide goodies to make up for downtime

Marvel Snap is returning to the Google Play store soon, following an outage linked to TikTok's ownership.

Miscellaneous

'Infinity Nikki' Microtransactions: How The Outfit Gacha System Works

Infinity Nikki combines open-world RPG elements with a familiar gacha monetization model, preserving its mobile dress-up roots while expanding gameplay.

Video games

Infinity Nikki Already Hits 10 Million Downloads, Offering Special In-Game Bonus To Celebrate

Infinity Nikki reached over 10 million downloads in just four days, marking a notable success for Infold Games.

Video games

Infinity Nikki codes for December 2024

Infinity Nikki features redeemable codes for in-game rewards that expire, emphasizing the need for timely use.

fromInverse

Miscellaneous

'Infinity Nikki' Microtransactions: How The Outfit Gacha System Works

Infinity Nikki combines open-world RPG elements with a familiar gacha monetization model, preserving its mobile dress-up roots while expanding gameplay.

Video games

Infinity Nikki Already Hits 10 Million Downloads, Offering Special In-Game Bonus To Celebrate

Infinity Nikki reached over 10 million downloads in just four days, marking a notable success for Infold Games.

Video games

Infinity Nikki codes for December 2024

Infinity Nikki features redeemable codes for in-game rewards that expire, emphasizing the need for timely use.

more#infinity-nikki

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Miscellaneous

How do you save a dying mobile game? Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp has the answer

Mobile games have a high failure rate, with many becoming unplayable due to lack of updates and support.

Nintendo's strategy to preserve Pocket Camp allows players to keep their game memories intact.

Miscellaneous

Animal Crossing mobile is getting its new, paid app in December

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete offers a microtransaction-free experience with new features and offline gameplay, launching December 3rd for $9.99.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Miscellaneous

How do you save a dying mobile game? Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp has the answer

Mobile games have a high failure rate, with many becoming unplayable due to lack of updates and support.

Nintendo's strategy to preserve Pocket Camp allows players to keep their game memories intact.

Miscellaneous

Animal Crossing mobile is getting its new, paid app in December

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete offers a microtransaction-free experience with new features and offline gameplay, launching December 3rd for $9.99.

2024 App Store Awards - All Finalists

Apple announced the 2024 App Store Award nominees, celebrating the top apps and games that showcase creativity and user engagement.

Video games

Get Through Insufferable Family Time This Thanksgiving With These Mobile Games

Mobile games can help alleviate boredom during family gatherings when conversations lag.

Video games

Pokemon TCG Pocket Has A Staggering 12 Different Currencies, And Counting

The Pokémon TCG Pocket's complex currency system is confusing, particularly for its child audience, prompting concerns about its free-to-play model.

Graphic design

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I visit Cygames, the influential Japanese studio behind Granblue Fantasy: Relink, for an exclusive peek behind the scenes

Cygames is expanding from mobile games to consoles, aiming for higher ambitions in the gaming industry.

The company's commitment to quality over quick releases reflects its dedication to fan satisfaction and creative integrity.

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Video games

Destiny Rising RPG Announced, Takes Place In An Alternate Timeline In The Destiny Universe

NetEase and Bungie's Destiny Rising offers a new mobile RPG experience in the Destiny universe with closed alpha testing starting soon.

OMG science

Netflix announces Rebel Moon: Blood Line, a surprisingly fun mobile spinoff game

Rebel Moon: Blood Line is a squad-based mobile game set in the Rebel Moon universe, expanding on its narrative and factions.

Video games

Destiny Rising RPG Announced, Takes Place In An Alternate Timeline In The Destiny Universe

NetEase and Bungie's Destiny Rising offers a new mobile RPG experience in the Destiny universe with closed alpha testing starting soon.

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OMG science

Netflix announces Rebel Moon: Blood Line, a surprisingly fun mobile spinoff game

Rebel Moon: Blood Line is a squad-based mobile game set in the Rebel Moon universe, expanding on its narrative and factions.

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Cryptocurrency

Flappy Bird Creator Says He's Not Involved In The Hit Game's Return Amid References To NFTs and Crypto Arise

Flappy Bird has returned under new ownership, with features leveraging blockchain technology and a significant absence of the original creator in the rollout.

OMG science

Flappy Bird Studio Addresses Criticism, But Ignores The Game's Biggest Controversy

Flappy Bird's reboot faces criticisms over cryptocurrency integration despite the developer's attempts to clarify the game's future.

Tech industry

Flappy Bird is finally returning, 10 years after its demise

Flappy Bird will return in 2025, with new features while respecting the original game's design.

OMG science

Flappy Bird's creator wants you to know he's got nothing to do with the new version

Flappy Bird is returning in 2025, but its creator, Dong Nguyen, is not involved in its revival.

Cryptocurrency

Flappy Bird Creator Says He's Not Involved In The Hit Game's Return Amid References To NFTs and Crypto Arise

Flappy Bird has returned under new ownership, with features leveraging blockchain technology and a significant absence of the original creator in the rollout.

OMG science

Flappy Bird Studio Addresses Criticism, But Ignores The Game's Biggest Controversy

Flappy Bird's reboot faces criticisms over cryptocurrency integration despite the developer's attempts to clarify the game's future.

Tech industry

Flappy Bird is finally returning, 10 years after its demise

Flappy Bird will return in 2025, with new features while respecting the original game's design.

OMG science

Flappy Bird's creator wants you to know he's got nothing to do with the new version

Flappy Bird is returning in 2025, but its creator, Dong Nguyen, is not involved in its revival.

more#flappy-bird

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