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November 6, 2024

EA axes seven more of its games with Frontline Command 20 and Deer Hunter on the chopping block

Seven older EA mobile games, including Blood & Glory: Immortals, Contract Killer: Sniper, Deer Hunter Classic, Dino Hunter: Deadly Shores, Eternity Warriors 4, Frontline Commando 2, and Frontline Commando: D-Day, are set to be shut down on January 29th. EA's decision to close these games indicates a trend of the company disregarding its mobile game catalogue.

BetaBeacon

November 2, 2024

Top 12 best management games for Android

- AdVenture Capitalist is a game where players start from a small lemonade stand and grow it into a successful business making millions by the minute.

AppWizard

November 1, 2024

Pixel phones are getting an actual weather app in 2024, with a bit of AI

Google's Weather app features an AI-generated weather report that provides concise summaries, such as "Cold and rainy day, bring your umbrella and hold onto your hat!" The app includes a weather radar for real-time precipitation insights and "Nowcasting" capabilities that predict short-term weather changes. Users can customize the display by rearranging data like UV index and humidity, but the app's data widgets are large, requiring scrolling to see the full daily forecast. The AI summary and 10-day forecast are fixed at the top, limiting personalization. Pollen data is unavailable for allergy sufferers in regions like the US, and some whimsical features, like a frog icon, are missing. Users have criticized the app for requiring saved locations to view weather conditions, integration issues with other Google apps, and aesthetic concerns regarding the weather map and app visibility.

BetaBeacon

October 30, 2024

Is it getting cold in here, or just me? Why surviving the cold is such a popular strategy theme today

The trend of survival strategy games set in freezing environments is becoming more common due to factors such as climate change, broad appeal, and the unique challenge of surviving extreme weather. Frostpunk has influenced the genre by highlighting the cold as an existential threat that players must navigate. Despite the growing popularity of these games, it remains a relatively new concept in the gaming world. The trend may plateau unless developers innovate on the idea in the future.

AppWizard

October 27, 2024

JRPG Ys 10: Nordics comes to PC with a heap of PC-specific features

The Ys series, a JRPG franchise since 1987, has released Ys 10: Nordics in English after its earlier launch in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese for PC in March. The PC version features local co-op gameplay, enhanced draw distance, resolution flexibility, high-quality keyboard and mouse input, and full rebinding options for controllers and mouse/keyboard setups. Ys 10: Nordics is available on platforms like Steam and GOG.

AppWizard

October 26, 2024

Igloo Drops 9-Piece MINECRAFT Collection

Minecraft has partnered with Igloo to release a collection of nine products inspired by the game, featuring personal-sized Little Playmate coolers, stainless steel drinkware, and softside cooler bags, all adorned with Mob characters: Pig, Creeper, and Enderman. Product details include: - Little Playmate 7-quart cooler: Priced at .99, it features eco-friendly THERMECOOL foam insulation, a ten-top design, and holds up to 9 cans. - Square Lunch Cooler Bag: Priced at .99, it has an insulated liner, multiple carrying options, is made from recycled materials, holds 9 cans, and includes a front zip pocket. - 16 Oz Can: Priced at .99, it is made from 304 food-grade stainless steel, features a threaded lid for a secure seal, holds 16 ounces, and has a built-in rubber coaster to prevent slipping. All items are available for purchase on the Igloo website.

AppWizard

October 18, 2024

Outersloth partners with Slay the Spire maker Casey Yano

Innersloth's publishing division, Outersloth, has partnered with Casey Yano, the creator of Slay the Spire, to enhance the indie gaming landscape. Yano will collaborate with another undisclosed indie developer, and Outersloth has secured funding from these developers, although financial details are not disclosed. Outersloth is expanding its portfolio with 13 games in development. Community manager Victoria Tran stated that Yano and the anonymous developer will evaluate game pitches, and any funded games will be credited accordingly. The partnership allows Yano and the other developer to contribute financially, increasing Outersloth's funding capabilities for new games.

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October 17, 2024

DayZ’s Frostline DLC makes the brutal survival game even more inhospitable

In DayZ’s Frostline DLC, players face extreme cold and survival challenges. Upon spawning, the character experiences shivering and urgency to find warmth, while dealing with hunger, thirst, and illness. The Frostline update increases difficulty, where exposure can lead to death, and engaging zombies is perilous. DayZ has two forms: modded servers with altered gameplay and a vanilla experience that amplifies challenges. The player dies multiple times due to cold, zombies, and hostile players. The game’s design forces players to choose between warm clothing and armor, complicating survival. The harsh winter conditions disrupt typical gameplay strategies, making resource management difficult. Ultimately, the player struggles to survive in an inhospitable environment, leading to contemplation of switching games.