EA Sports' FC Mobile hit a glitch post-January 9 update, awarding excessive League Tokens, skewing gameplay balance. The company paused League features and is working on compensation plans.

Mahindra collaborates with Krafton to feature its BE 6 electric SUV in Battlegrounds Mobile India starting January 16, 2025. This marks a strategic move to engage India's gaming community and showcase the BE 6's innovative features through immersive gameplay.

Founders Olly Barnes and Simon Hade have launched NextBeat to house popular mobile games Beatstar and Countrystar, aiming to expand Space Ape Games' operations. Supercell, now fully owning Space Ape, supports NextBeat's growth, marking its first UK office, and plans to explore ventures beyond gaming.

A new report highlights the concentrated nature of mobile gaming app marketing, with 71% of spending in just 10 countries, including 40% in the U.S. Marketers are urged to explore less saturated markets to find high-value users, who significantly drive in-app purchase revenue.

"Gods & Demons," an idle RPG from Moye Technology and Com2uS, launches globally on January 15, 2025, exclusively on mobile platforms. Pre-registration is open, offering rewards, and players can explore diverse heroes and strategic gameplay.

Google's 'Get Game Help' feature, part of its Circle to Search tool, aims to assist mobile gamers by enabling quick searches via screen outlines. Currently in development, it inadvertently activates for all apps, not just games, and was revealed through an APK teardown.

Kochava and TikTok for Business have released a guide to help marketers optimize return on ad spend in the mobile gaming sector amidst rising acquisition costs and stricter privacy laws. The guide promotes a privacy-first approach, combining marketing mix modeling and last-touch attribution to enhance campaign effectiveness without compromising user privacy.

Apple Arcade kicks off 2025 with a lineup of new games, headlined by 'Three Kingdoms Heroes' by Koei Tecmo, modernizing the classic RoTK series. Other additions include 'Skate City: New York' and 'Gears & Goo', along with remastered classics like 'Final Fantasy+'. New Apple device buyers receive three months free of Apple Arcade, with subscriptions at S$9.98 monthly.

Pan Studio opens sign-ups for Duet Night Abyss closed beta, running until early February 2025. The RPG offers dual protagonists, customizable gear, and features both PC and mobile gameplay.

Team Jade has postponed the launch of Delta Force Mobile to Summer 2025 to ensure a top-quality gaming experience. The delay reflects their commitment to quality, with plans for new content and optimizations.

The PocketGamer.biz Podcast explores the mobile gaming industry's latest with Scopely co-CEOs on building a $10 billion empire. Available on YouTube and Spotify, it invites listener engagement.

King has announced 'Candy Crush Solitaire' will launch on February 6, 2025, following a trailer release. The game, inspired by tripeaks solitaire, offers classic Candy Crush power-ups and is set to attract card game fans and casual players alike.

Moonton Games has announced an ambitious 2025 esports roadmap for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, aimed at bolstering its global esports presence. Key highlights include expanded regional leagues and major tournaments in Jakarta and Manila.

Team Jade has delayed the release of Delta Force mobile to Summer 2025, prioritizing quality and a smooth gaming experience. Originally set for January, the extension allows for new content and optimizations.

The POCO X7 Pro debuts in India, offering gamers a budget-friendly option with its MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra processor and a large 6,550mAh battery for under Rs 30,000. It excels in gaming performance, maintaining stable frame rates in titles like BGMI and COD: Mobile, while its effective thermal management ensures smooth gameplay without throttling.

Call of Duty Mobile players can earn free legendary rewards like the Purifier - H2SO4 weapon from January 11-15, 2025, ahead of the new season launch. Season 1: Wings of Vengeance rolls out on January 16, offering fresh content and challenges.

Playtika Holding Corp. (PLTK), a leader in mobile gaming, is expected to see its revenue surge to $652.68 million in Q1 2025 with an EPS of $0.18. With a strong profit margin and strategic acquisitions, PLTK remains an attractive option for investors despite its slight underperformance against the S&P 500.

Lingxi Games, part of Alibaba's gaming unit, will pull its hit game Three Kingdoms Tactics from the Vivo app store by March 7, 2025. This follows a trend of disputes over app store fees impacting major gaming firms.

The first global Solo Leveling: ARISE tournament, SLC 2025, has been announced, featuring players worldwide in a groundbreaking PvE esports event. With impressive graphics and strategic gameplay, the tournament promises thrilling battles and a cosplay segment, while registration details are anticipated soon.