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October 30, 2024

Netflix has unveiled its next set of games joining the platform in November and December

Netflix has unveiled an impressive lineup of new mobile games for the winter season, including adventure, mystery, nostalgia, and puzzle games. Roller Coaster Tycoon Touch, TED Tumblewords, and Monument Valley 3 are among the new releases, with more games being added to the platform.

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October 22, 2024

Clank! is an award-winning board game that’s made the jump to mobile with burgling deckbuilding action

The mobile adaptation of the hit board game Clank! allows players to steal loot from a dragon and escape alive, facing obstacles and monsters along the way. The game offers cross-platform play and a guided tutorial for beginners.

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October 22, 2024

Beast Game is a werewolf adaptation for iOS with a bit of a hefty price tag

Beast Game is a mobile adaptation of a social deduction game similar to Werewolf, set in a fantasy forest. Players can play as either Hunters or the Beast, using hidden moves and strategy to deduce who the Beast is. The game costs .99 and does not have a hot-seat mode for real-life gameplay with friends.

AppWizard

October 18, 2024

Best Android app price drops and freebies: ARIDA Backland’s Awakening, Rogue Hearts, more

Samsung’s 32-inch M8 Smart Monitor has a price drop, and there are various Android game and app deals available. Featured games include: - ARIDA: Backland’s Awakening - Rogue Hearts - The Game of Life 2 - FRAMED 2 These promotions provide an opportunity for gamers and app enthusiasts to expand their collections at reduced prices.

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October 17, 2024

Shadows of Doubt review: Minecraft meets Marlowe in murder mystery

Shadows of Doubt is a modern homage to the classic board game Cluedo, created by solo developer Cole Jefferies from Bristol. It features a procedurally generated town where players solve crimes through keen observation and critical thinking. The game includes a voxel-based aesthetic and a sophisticated simulation engine, allowing players to gather clues through various methods, including collecting fingerprints and reviewing CCTV footage. Players can also engage in morally ambiguous actions like bribery and breaking and entering. A notable feature is the corkboard system for organizing evidence, though it is less effective on console platforms. The game aims for an immersive experience similar to titles like Dishonored but struggles with action sequences and technical glitches typical of Early Access titles. Overall, it presents a unique but flawed entry into the detective simulation genre.

AppWizard

October 16, 2024

Shadows of Doubt review: Minecraft meets Marlowe in murder mystery

Shadows of Doubt is a modern murder mystery game developed by Cole Jefferies, set in a procedurally generated city where players must uncover the truth behind a crime. The game features low-resolution graphics and a voxel-based design, allowing players to interact with various NPCs and gather clues through different methods. Players can use tactics such as bribery and stealth to investigate, and a corkboard system helps organize evidence, although it can be cumbersome on consoles. The game aims for an immersive experience similar to Dishonored but faces challenges in combat and technical glitches, revealing its early access status. Despite these issues, the game offers a rich world for exploration, though character behavior logic may sometimes be inconsistent.

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October 3, 2024

The best Android games 2024 to play today | Stuff

Balatro is a new Android game that reinterprets the game of poker into a head-scratching roguelite puzzler.

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September 24, 2024

Ara: History Untold review for PC – Gaming Age

Oxide Games is set to release Ara: History Untold this week on Windows and Steam, with availability on PC Game Pass. The game features thirty historical leaders, each with unique skills, and allows players to generate unique maps or choose pre-designed ones. It departs from the traditional hex-based system, using a multi-region city structure for resource management. Ara implements a simultaneous turn system for dynamic gameplay and supports online multiplayer for up to 36 players. The game includes a tutorial for newcomers and a Prestige system for determining victory.

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September 18, 2024

Codenames review – “Connecting the words”

Codenames is a board game that has been adapted into a mobile version. Players must find specific cards based on code names while avoiding bystanders and an assassin. The game involves giving and receiving hints to select the correct cards. Players can also solve daily case files for additional challenges. By completing levels and quests, players can earn points to level up and unlock rewards.

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September 18, 2024

Codenames, the digital version of the popular board game, is now available on Android and iOS

Codenames, a word association game, has been adapted for mobile devices. The game involves teams competing to contact all their agents before the opposing team by giving one-word clues. The mobile version offers asynchronous gameplay, new thematic words, game modes, upgrades, and achievements. Players can level up their spy agency and unlock more gadgets and word collections as they progress.