in-game event Archives

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February 19, 2026

Kakao Games’ SMiniz Launches Feb. 25 on iOS and Android, Featuring NCT, RIIZE and aespa

Kakao Games is launching the mobile game SMiniz globally on Feb. 25 for iOS and Android devices. The match-3 puzzle game features chibi versions of artists from SM Entertainment, including NCT, RIIZE, and aespa.

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January 26, 2026

Warframe Confirms Android Release Date & Next Update

- Warframe on Android will be available for Canadian residents starting February 11, with exclusive rewards for early players. - The game will be compatible with Android devices running 64-bit Android on an ARM64 processor, Android OS 12.0 or higher, and a minimum RAM of 4GB.

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January 26, 2026

Warframe Launches on Android Devices Feb. 18, Followed by Latest Update The Shadowgrapher Arriving in March for All Platforms

- Warframe on Android will have a soft launch in Canada on Feb. 11, with exclusive rewards available until March 4. - Warframe on Android will be compatible with devices running 64-bit Android on an ARM64 processor, Android OS 12.0 or higher, and a minimum RAM of 4GB.

AppWizard

November 22, 2025

Helldivers 2 players exercise managed democracy to rename destroyed city ‘New York Supreme’ rather than the infinitely better ‘Bernard’

The Helldivers 2 community voted to rename a devastated city from York Supreme to New York Supreme, receiving 62,674 votes, while the alternative name "Bernard" received 53,480 votes. The vote took place on the game's official Discord server, raising discussions about player engagement and democracy within the game. Previously, another city was named "Gun." The developer, Arrowhead, acknowledged player involvement by celebrating 'Avengement Day' and hosting a one-day event called "Liberty Day" featuring a browser game.

AppWizard

October 9, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Minecraft Pack DLC is Now Available

SEGA has released the Minecraft Pack for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, available for .99 or as part of the Season Pass in the Digital Deluxe Edition. The Standard Edition players can purchase the Season Pass separately for .99. The Minecraft Pack includes playable characters Steve, Alex, and a creeper, a Minecart Vehicle, six unique decals, a Minecraft World Course, five original Minecraft music tracks, remixes of classic tracks, and six emotes. A Minecraft Festival in-game event will occur from October 9 to October 11. The Season Pass also features characters and content from SpongeBob SquarePants, PAC-MAN, Mega Man, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is available on multiple platforms, with a digital version for Nintendo Switch 2 launching in holiday 2025 and a physical copy in early 2026. Existing Nintendo Switch users can upgrade for a fee. A single-player demo is available on various platforms, allowing save data transfer to the full game, excluding Time Trial records and user settings changes.

AppWizard

October 7, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Minecraft Pack DLC Launches on October 8

SEGA is set to release the Minecraft Pack DLC for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on October 8, featuring characters Alex, Steve, and Creeper, along with a Minecraft-themed course and vehicle. The DLC is part of the game's Season Pass and Digital Deluxe Edition. An in-game event, the Minecraft Festival, will occur from October 9 at 5:00 p.m. PDT until October 11 at 4:59 p.m. PDT. The Season Pass includes additional content featuring characters from SpongeBob SquarePants, PAC-MAN, Mega Man, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Future DLCs include a PAC-MAN Pack in early 2026 and a Sonic DLC Pack for PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC in late 2025. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is available on multiple platforms, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version expected in late 2025 and a physical copy in early 2026. A single-player demo is available for several platforms, with save data carrying over to the full game, excluding Time Trial records and user settings changes.

AppWizard

July 14, 2025

Blue Archive Player Won’t Get Rewards After Event Canceled For Breaking Steam Rules

Nexon has terminated an in-game event for Blue Archive on Steam due to concerns that it may have breached Steam's policies by encouraging players to leave reviews. No rewards from the event will be distributed, and Nexon has committed to adhering to platform policies in future events. The game has achieved over 22,000 concurrent players and more than 10,000 reviews, maintaining a "very positive" rating. Additionally, Blue Archive will collaborate with World of Warships to introduce new content.

AppWizard

July 10, 2025

Blue Archive PC Release Appears To Break Steam Rules

Blue Archive launched on Steam after four years as a mobile exclusive, quickly gaining over 20,000 concurrent players and more than 10,000 reviews. A controversy arose when it was revealed that the developer organized an in-game event encouraging players to leave reviews on Steam, which violates Steamworks guidelines. Players were promised in-game rewards if the review count reached 10,000, but this event has since been removed. A user pointed out that developers are prohibited from manipulating the review system or soliciting reviews for rewards. Blue Archive is categorized as a tactical RPG with gacha elements, and following its release, Umamusume: Pretty Derby also achieved over 50,000 concurrent players on Steam.

AppWizard

March 27, 2025

Minecraft Movie Starring Jack Black and Jason Momoa Is Out Next Week

“A Minecraft Movie” is set to be released on April 4, 2025, as the first live-action adaptation of the popular video game. The film is directed by Jared Hess and features Jason Momoa as Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison, Jack Black as Steve, Emma Myers as Natalie, Danielle Brooks as Dawn, and Jennifer Coolidge in a mysterious role. Production wrapped in April 2024, and the film will be available in standard theaters and IMAX. The storyline follows four misfits who are transported into the Overworld of Minecraft, where they must learn to build, craft, and survive with the help of Steve. The film aims to recreate Minecraft’s aesthetics using CGI and will include familiar gameplay mechanics and beloved creatures from the game. Promotional events include McDonald’s themed Happy Meals launching on April 1, 2025, featuring collectible toys and a new sauce. An in-game event titled “A Minecraft Movie” will run from March 25 to April 7, 2025, offering quests and rewards in Minecraft. The film is expected to receive a PG rating and has a rumored runtime of approximately 108 minutes. The marketing campaign targets both fans and new audiences through digital promotions and merchandise. The film's visual effects team aims to blend practical and digital effects to authentically represent Minecraft's mechanics. The score is composed by Mark Mothersbaugh, and the cinematography is handled by Enrique Chediak. Mojang Studios is involved in the production to ensure the film aligns with the game's spirit. The film's themes include adventure, community, and creativity, reflecting the core elements of Minecraft. Initial fan reactions to the trailer have been mixed, but anticipation remains high.

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November 7, 2024

Good Pizza, Great Pizza, the hit indie cooking game, is celebrating ten years

Good Pizza, Great Pizza is celebrating its ten-year anniversary with a new in-game event and a real-life exhibition in Los Angeles featuring art from the game. The game has over a million players and has achieved success without any VC funding.