Konami is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Castlevania franchise by offering a free port of the original NES game on iOS and Android until October 24.
The original Castlevania game is now available for free on Android. Other highlights of the Google Play deals include AVILION forever, Dead God Land - Light Survival, Muse Dash, Sea of Stars, Deus Ex GO, Super Onion Boy 2, and more.
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 has been released for Pixel devices, following Beta 5. This update aims to improve user experience by fixing several issues. Users can report bugs via the Android Beta Feedback app. The version number is CP41.260831.007. The beta is compatible with various devices, including Pixel 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, Tablet, Fold, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, 9a, 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, 10 Pro Fold, and 10a. Pixel 11 series devices are not supported in this beta release. Users can join the Android Beta Program for over-the-air updates.
Today on Google Play, notable app and game deals include:
- Easy Delivery Co. - A simulation game.
- Human Fall Flat - A physics-based puzzle platformer.
- FrogBoy - An adventure game.
- Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD - A tower defense game.
- Kingdom Rush Vengeance TD Game - Another tower defense game in the Kingdom Rush series.
- MAYATCH - A puzzle game.
- Cyberlords – Arcology PREMIUM - An RPG set in a futuristic world.
- Laser Tanks: Pixel RPG - A pixel art RPG.
Additionally, TCL NXTPAPER Android phones are available at discounts of up to 30%.
Tesla's next-generation Optimus humanoid robot, referred to as Optimus Gen 3, has been previewed through new 3D design assets found in the Android version of Tesla’s mobile app. These assets, which include renders labeled “gen3” and images comparing Optimus Gen 2.5 and Gen 3, indicate significant design changes. The robot features a cleaner aesthetic with enclosed joints, a unified torso shell, thicker forearms, slimmer wrists, and redesigned legs that resemble integrated boots. The assets began appearing in app builds around August 27, 2026, with higher-resolution versions on September 5. Tesla initially planned to unveil Optimus Gen 3 by the end of Q1 2026, but this timeline was missed. Elon Musk later indicated that the reveal was postponed to mid-year for strategic reasons. Tesla has also started auditing suppliers in China for Gen 3 production, suggesting a potential reveal is approaching.
The AYANEO KONKR Pocket FIT is a handheld gaming device powered by the Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 chipset. It can run games from the Google Play Store well and can also emulate older console games. The device has an 8,400mAh battery and charges in around 105 minutes. It is priced at around RM2.3k and is considered a niche product with solid build quality and versatility.
A selection of popular apps and games on Google Play is available at reduced prices, including:
- My Singing Monsters Composer
- Sea of Stars
- My Singing Monsters Thumpies
- Same Room Same Day: Premium
- Epic King Heroes: Premium TD
- King of Defense Premium
- King of Defense 2: TD Premium
- Avalar: Shadow War Premium
The Nothing Ear (3a) is at its lowest price yet, and the Nothing 2026 Headphone (a) is available at a 30% discount. Ongoing Googlebook pre-order deals are also available. Additional deals include a diverse range of applications and limited-time offers on premium content.
Today's Google Play offers notable mobile app deals, including:
- Greak: Memories of Azur
- Heroes Infinity Premium
- Element TD
- Premium RPG Fernz Gate
- SRPG Eldgear
- Premium RPG Asdivine Hearts 2
- SRPG Legna Tactica
- Premium Marenian Tavern Story
Additionally, hardware discounts include the Galaxy Z Fold 8 at up to 0 off and the Ultra Fold 8 with a 0 reduction.
Users of Android Auto have experienced a glitch where the cellular signal icon in the status bar disappears sporadically for about four to five months. The issue seems to have been resolved with the rollout of Android Auto version 17.8, as many users reported that the update restored the icon. Clearing the app cache after the update may further enhance the likelihood of the icon returning.
The highlighted Google Play deals include discounts on various apps and games, such as Aporkalypse – Pigs of Doom, Guns’n’Glory WW2 Premium, Neighbours back From Hell, and more. One of the deals is for Survival Island: Evolve Pro, which is available for free.
