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NetEase Games and Everstone Studio teased a new region two weeks ago, and in case you missed it, Qingzhou is finally here for you to explore. The Wuxia RPG has also just opened the Isle of Penglai yesterday, so I'd say there's a lot to unpack here before the month ends! As for Qingzhou, it's dubbed "the most welcoming region in the Jianghu", largely thanks to the friendly locals who'd gladly lend a hand to lost wanderers in the region. I suppose that extends to how they settle disputes too, bec

Incremental clickers have never really, well, clicked with me, only because it's the rapid clicking that injured my arms in the first place (curse you, tennis elbows). But Hearth and Hamlet does seem to offer something a tad more mellow than any kind of frantic tapping, as it's supposed to be a more relaxing experience where you build your medieval kingdom from scratch.  This incremental citybuilder will have you gathering resources and constructing buildings across lovely pixel-art visuals, wi

Just in time for Halloween, War Robots' 12.5 update is going full War of the Worlds with its "Halloween Interlopers", because if you're looking for something different this season apart from your average vampires and werewolves, the PvP shooter from My.Games has you covered. It's all about channelling H.G. Wells in this invasion as the in-universe "Evolife Broadcasting Systems" introduces the novel's alien tripods, and with a new theme comes new map features you can duke it out with too. That i

I've always wanted to be like those cool herb-savvy cooks who can grow their own produce in the kitchen, but alas, plants have never really taken a liking to me. Leafy Corner at least helps me care for (or at least attempt to care for) digital flora, as it's coming to mobile in 2027. I say 2027 like it's some sort of faraway future, but I just realised upon writing this that that's only two months away, isn't it? Which is definitely a good thing, as Leafy Corner will finally let me try and give

Deckbuilding roguelikes have always had a special place in my heart, which is why I'm doubly looking forward to StarVaders, Snapbreak Games' upcoming, well, deckbuilding roguelike. The hand-drawn feel of the art style adds to its overall charm in my opinion, and since you get to fend off an alien invasion at that, it's already got my attention from the get-go. Basically, you pilot a cool mech to repel said hostile invaders across a grid-based battlefield, and as you might expect, you'll really

It's been a big day for mobile announcements, with the likes of Planet of Lana II and Darkest Dungeon II, among others, all set to make their way to mobile. But there're also a few lesser-known, hidden gems buried amongst the announcements, such as the unnerving little puzzle adventure Cages: Hidden Worlds that's set to launch in 2027. The best way to describe Cages: Hidden Worlds is via my initial impression, which is that this is a point-and-click adventure if it were made by Tim Burton. Set

With Monster Hunter Outlanders offering a sprawling open world to explore, it can all seem a bit overwhelming at first, especially for newcomers. Whether that’s a Monster Hunter game specifically, or even the third-person action-adventure RPG genre as a whole! So, to help you get introduced, there are some do’s and don’ts that you should take into account. Having played more than a few ARPGs in my time, and with a decent grasp of what MHO is all about, after having gone hands-on with it ahead o

Only a few days ago, the first Planet of Lana was named as one of the ports getting proper iPhone Duo support. Now the sequel has shown up on the radar too. Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf is out in Early Access on Android, with iOS pre-orders coming soon. Lana and Mui are back, and their home planet isn’t in great shape. Greed and power have split the tribes of Novo apart, and the pair end up standing against whoever’s reshaping it, with a few truths about Mui’s past surfacing on the w

Carcinisation is the process by which, entirely independent of one another, multiple species all evolve into a crablike form. So, for a game about evolution, it should be no surprise that Everything is Crab takes a pretty loose approach to the concept. And now, this mashup of Spore and Vampire Survivors is coming to mobile November 24th! Everything is Crab sees you take on the role of Darwin, an amorphous, featureless blue blob who eats other creatures in order to gain evolutionary traits. As h

I can’t remember Agent 47 ever being booked as a podcast guest before. In Hitman World of Assassination’s newest Elusive Target, The Host, he turns up as “thought leader” Tobias Rieper on a show run by Seán McLoughlin, better known as Jacksepticeye. It’s live today and free for a limited time. McLoughlin plays Finn Colton, or Finnvictus to his followers, a former children’s TV star who’s now a very rich and very controversial content creator. He’s known for contracts that push his staff to the

Apple Arcade has boasted some truly great indie gems on its service, not least of which is PowerWash Simulator. And while it may sound like a parody, PowerWash Simulator has legions of devoted fans of its calming, incremental gameplay. Now, the latest update to PowerWash Simulator adds all-new jobs, quick-play and a Halloween house! Just in time for the spookiest day of the year, we have the debut of the Halloween House seasonal job, which has you venture into a haunted mansion that has somehow

Archosaur Games was recently at Unreal Fest Shanghai 2026, where Silent Whispers, their upcoming RPG, was on display. And they spent most of the time talking about faces. For a romance adventure built around three men looking at you from very close range, that’s probably the right call.  Chief Artist Bing went through how the team customised MetaHuman’s 351 facial shapes, building expressions specific to each character and making sure clothes and accessories move properly in close-up story scen

It would seem Playdigious aren't just bringing one dark fantasy roguelike to mobile, but two! Alongside Darkest Dungeon II, the publisher will also be porting He is Coming to mobile in 2027. But with such an ominous name, you might be wondering what exactly He is Coming is all about. Well, for those dissatisfied with Darkest Dungeon II putting a fresh spin on its core formula, He is Coming is a refreshingly simple retro roguelike RPG. You take on the role of a mighty hero, looking to challenge

We've had some big launches today, with Monster Hunter Outlanders and Saints Row: The Third Remastered both dropping for mobile. But we've also had some big announcements, not least of which is that Playdigious are set to bring Darkest Dungeon II, the hit dark fantasy roguelike, to iOS and Android in 2027! If you're not familiar with Darkest Dungeon, then it's basically Dungeons & Dragons with every training wheel taken off. And for fans of the original, Darkest Dungeon II changes the formula s

The Monster Hunter series is one which shot from the status of cult classic to bonafide worldwide hit in recent years. So it shouldn't surprise you that Tencent took on the task of bringing a proper, full-fledged third-person take on the franchise, as Monster Hunter Outlanders releases today on iOS and Android! Monster Hunter Outlanders sees you, well, hunting monsters. But this time, your intrepid hunters venture into the brand-new region of Aesoland, full of familiar and new monsters, plus an

Now that you've waited so long for the official launch, you'll likely want to maximise every single pull you get across this action-packed RPG - and our MH Outlanders reroll guide can help you do exactly that. It's not just about grabbing whatever the summons pool gives you willy-nilly, after all, as you'll want to make sure you get the best recruits to help you on your journey across Aesoland. And why wouldn't you? With all the colourful characters you can add to your squad, you can help make

Feral Interactive are once more bringing a hit back from the past and into the modern day, as Saints Row: The Third, the hit open-world crime sim, arrives on iOS and Android. Available now for $19.99, Saints Row: The Third Remastered brings the original, with new modern quality-of-life changes, to your smartphone! Saints Row: The Third follows on from arguably the best entry in the series, Saints Row Two, and switches the setting from Stilwater to that of the sprawling metropolis of Steelport.

Following its global launch this week, VAMPIR is offering an MMORPG experience with brutal combat, striking character designs, and a compelling storyline that casts you and your fellow vampires as unlikely heroes in a dark fantasy world. Netmarble ventures beyond the familiar medieval battlefields of the genre, embracing a world steeped in Gothic atmosphere, sensuality, and horror.  ... [MORE]

For newcomers to the series, Monster Hunter Outlanders can seem just a bit intimidating to jump into. A full-fledged Monster Hunter entry on mobile that switches focus from puzzles and AR to classic, third-person adventure? It’s a major change in pace, and if you’re a Monster Hunter, you’re probably wondering how Outlanders compares to other entries, such as Wilds, Rise, and of course, Scopely Explore’s Monster Hunter Now. Well, let’s get into it and look at how Monster Hunter Outlanders is dif

Love 'em or hate 'em, gacha RPGs are everywhere - so much so that they dominate our mailboxes on most days since they're just filled to the brim with all sorts of shiny new things (and I do love shiny new things). Whether it's a fancy SSR character joining the lineup or a cool new region to explore, we've got a nifty list of updates here where we go through what's caught our eye so far!  Goddess of Victory: Nikke ... [MORE]