HONOR has introduced a Smart Game Update Feature for its devices in China, which automatically detects and downloads updated game files overnight while the phone is charging.
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Livly Island is a mobile game developed by cocone ONE corporation where users can adopt and nurture creatures called Livlies. There are over 70 species of Livlies, which can change color based on their diet and produce jewels for in-game purchases. Players can customize their avatars and decorate their islands. The game includes features like nurturing magical trees to transform Livlies using a potion called Neobelmin. Additionally, players can work part-time at the Livly Reboot Laboratory to earn rewards.
OnePlus is focusing on creating lag-free, uninterrupted gaming experiences with their Gaming Technology initiative. They are developing hardware and software solutions to optimize the user's gaming experience, including the OP Gaming Core chip and the Tri-Chip system. These technologies aim to improve performance, touch response, and frame rates for mobile gamers. The upcoming OnePlus 15 is expected to feature these advancements, setting a new industry benchmark for fast and smooth gaming experiences.
Google has released its list of the Best of 2025 for Android apps and games in India. The Best App award went to District: Movies, Events, Dining, which uses AI to recommend local films, events, and dining options. The Best Game award was given to Cookie Run India: Running Game. Google noted that 69% of Indian users first encountered AI through mobile applications.
The complete list includes:
Best Apps of 2025:
- Best App: District: Movies, Events, Dining
- Best Hidden Gem: Toonsutra: Webtoon & Manga App
- Best Everyday Essential: Daily Planner
- Best for Fun: Edits, an Instagram app
- Best for Personal Growth: InVideo AI: AI Video Generator
- Best for Watches: SleepisolBio: sleep, alarm
- Best for Large Screens: Goodnotes: Notes, docs, PDF
- Best Multi-device: Luminar: Photo Editor
Top Trending Apps:
- Instamart: 10 Mins Grocery App
- Seekho: Short Learning Videos
- Adobe Firefly: AI Generator
Best Games of 2025:
- Best Game: Cookie Run India
- Best Indie: Kamala – Horror Exorcism Escape
- Best Made in India: Real Cricket Swipe
- Best Multi-device Game: Disney Speedstorm
- Best Multiplayer: 8 Pool Fever – Billiard Arena
- Best Story: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
- Best Pick Up and Play: Cookie Run India
- Best Ongoing: Free Fire Max
- Best on Play Pass: Dredge
For PC users of Google Play Games, Whiteout Survival was the top selection.
Google is working on a dedicated settings section for connected gaming accessories like gamepads in the Android 17 update. Users may be able to program or remap buttons on their controllers, and there could be support for an on-screen gamepad for large-screen Android devices. The update may also bring wider compatibility with external controllers, lower latency connections, and performance boosts in graphics APIs like Vulkan.
Android is working on a new feature for Android 17 that will allow users to remap controllers at the system level, providing a native controller area in Settings. This feature will also include a "virtual gamepad" that can map physical buttons to touch regions in games that do not have native controller support. This new feature aims to provide consistency for clip-on controllers, Android handhelds, cloud gaming players, Android TV boxes, laptops, and improve accessibility for players who rely on remapping buttons for gameplay.
NCSOFT has announced a new MMORPG called Horizon Steel Frontiers, set in collaboration with Sony and Guerrilla Games. The game will be available on PC, iOS, and Android, with a focus on mobile devices. It is set in the Deathlands region, inspired by Arizona and New Mexico landscapes, and will have a visually stunning aesthetic similar to Guerrilla Games' other titles. Players can join the "Zamin" channel on Telegram for updates and report any mistakes in the game by pressing Ctrl+Enter.
GameSir has updated its GameHub app to fully support Steam games on Android devices, allowing users to play popular PC titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong on smartphones and tablets. The app enables users to log into their Steam accounts, download compatible games, and offers support for thousands of titles, including Elden Ring and Grand Theft Auto V. GameHub features direct rendering technology for improved performance, allowing demanding AAA titles to achieve 60 fps and performance-centric games to reach 90–120 fps. Recent updates have enhanced emulator compatibility, added DX11 support, and improved Steam stability, while also introducing features like full Steam Cloud Save and online multiplayer support. The app allows for gameplay highlight capture and cross-platform progression, aiming to provide a comprehensive gaming experience on mobile devices.
Google has launched an AI-powered gaming assistant that provides live coaching for Android mobile gamers. The assistant, powered by Google's Gemini AI models from DeepMind, offers real-time suggestions and context-aware advice without the need to exit the app. This new feature is similar to Microsoft's Gaming Copilot and is part of Google's efforts to enhance the Play Store ecosystem and keep users engaged with apps and games.
