April 29, 2025
Krafton posts record Q1 2025 earnings with a 31.3% sales increase fueled by PUBG expansions and the launch of inZOI. The company plans further growth with diverse titles and strategic global moves.
ONE Championship and Notre Game have launched ONE Fight Arena, a free mobile game blending martial arts with match-3 puzzles, featuring athletes like Demetrious Johnson. Available on major app stores, it offers PvP battles, NFT upgrades, and real-world rewards, enhancing its appeal to global fight fans.
Delta Force Mobile has taken the app world by storm, topping app stores in over 120 countries and amassing 10 million players within four days of its release. To celebrate, Team Jade is launching Burst Fest, featuring new events and rewards to maintain player enthusiasm.
Kakao Games has launched its MMORPG, Odin: Valhalla Rising, globally today, building on its successful 2021 Korean release. The game features enhanced graphics and is available on iOS, Android, and PC.
ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition launched its third expansion, 'Extinction,' on April 28, 2025, introducing players to a post-apocalyptic Earth with new threats. The expansion features massive techno-organic Titans and uncovers the origins of the Arks, enhancing the storyline.
Netmarble is set to launch 'Game of Thrones: Kingsroad' on May 21, 2025, for PC and mobile platforms. Pre-registration is open, and fans can explore iconic locations and engage in political intrigue guided by Jon Snow.
NetEase Games is set to launch 'Project: Extreme', a post-apocalyptic survival game, in China following its NPPA approval on April 18, 2025. The game, targeting Android, iOS, and PC, promises a blend of survival and storytelling, hinting at potential global expansion.
Delta Force, a new first-person shooter, reached over ten million downloads in just four days, topping charts on both iPhone and Android. The game offers exciting promotions, including a free Epic tier AKM skin and new maps, with more content to come in early May.
Realme has launched its new 14 5G smartphone in the Philippines, positioning it as the official device for RMC Season 9, a major esports event. Featuring the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 5G chipset, a 120Hz AMOLED display, and a robust cooling system, it aims to deliver top-notch gaming performance at a price of PHP 17,999.
Level Ex has launched 'Level One,' a free mobile game aimed at easing the onboarding for newly diagnosed Type 1 Diabetics. Inspired by CEO Sam Glassenberg's experience, the game simplifies insulin management, offering education through engaging gameplay.
The Clash Royale League 2025 launches in June with a revamped format enhancing player engagement and qualification opportunities. Key highlights include four Golden Ticket events and a Last Chance Qualifier leading to a 12-player World Finals.
Hello Kitty Island Adventure has unveiled its 'Friends, Flowers, and Frozen Peaks' update on April 29, 2025, adding new quests, areas, and characters. The update enhances gameplay with Blizzard Peak, Icy Peak, and weather cycles, while introducing new visitors like Retsuko and Keroppi.
Krafton is acquiring a 39.37% stake in Neptune from Kakao Games for 165 billion won, boosting its ownership to 42.53% and becoming the largest shareholder. The deal, involving 18,387,039 shares, is set to conclude by June 30, 2025, amid Neptune's significant market growth.
Pocket Gamer Connects Barcelona, debuting June 3-4, 2025, aims to strengthen its role as a pivotal gaming hub in Europe. The event will feature over 100 speakers and draw more than 1,000 industry professionals.
PUBG Mobile launched a new Emergency Cover Flare feature on April 29, 2025, enhancing gameplay on the Rondo map. This throwable provides instant bulletproof cover, boosting tactical options.
April 28, 2025
Supercell is permanently removing the Archer Queen and Mortis from Squad Busters as of April 29, 2025, sparking notable player discontent. Affected players will receive compensation based on character evolution levels, with a new currency also being introduced in May.
NetEase's Starry Studio launched the mobile version of their post-apocalyptic game 'Once Human' on April 23, 2025, featuring cross-platform play with its successful PC counterpart. Despite its high-end visuals and optimized controls, the lack of controller support on mobile presents a challenge for players seeking precise gameplay.
Pokémon TCG Pocket's Mass Outbreak event offers players exclusive Fighting-Type cards like Lucario EX and Machamp from April 28 to May 3, 2025. This precedes a half-anniversary bash and the Celestial Guardians expansion launch.
Crystal of Atlan, a Magicpunk MMO from Nuverse, launches May 28, 2025, on PS5, PC, iOS, and Android. Gameplay tests hint at potential success, despite unclear crossplay support among platforms.
Bingo is evolving into a more dynamic, social, and mobile-optimized game, as operators like Evoplay focus on customization and community features. This shift aims to attract younger players and is expected to drive the market to $4.93 billion by 2032, with innovations like VR experiences and integrated mini-games.