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May 24, 2025

Red Magic 10S Pro Series Brings Full PC Game Emulation to Android: Check Out Specifications, Display, Performance and More

Red Magic is launching the 10S Pro series with impressive specifications including a tall display with a 95.3% screen-to-body ratio, a 144Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 8 Gen Elite Leading Version SoC, up to 24GB of RAM, 1TB of storage, a 7,500mAh battery with 120W fast charging, a thermal management system, and a built-in PC emulator.

AppWizard

May 24, 2025

Forget streaming; this upcoming Android wants to full-on emulate your favorite PC games

The REDMAGIC 10S Pro gaming smartphone is set to launch on May 26 at 3 PM local time in China. It will feature a built-in PC emulator, allowing users to play PC games without cloud streaming or additional hardware. The device is expected to support popular titles such as Wuthering Waves, Blade & Soul 2, Arena Breakout, and Delta Force: Hawk Ops, potentially running at 144Hz. The smartphone will be powered by an overclocked Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and a custom R3 Pro gaming co-processor, with a 7,500mAh battery and 120W fast charging. Enhanced cooling features will include direct-contact CPU cooling and bypass charging support.

AppWizard

May 20, 2025

What’s driving growth in the Chinese video game industry?

The Chinese game industry has experienced significant growth, with popular titles like Genshin Impact and Black Myth: Wukong driving global interest. Black Myth: Wukong sold 10 million copies within a week of its August 2024 launch and won Game of the Year at the 2024 Steam Awards. The single-player game market in China is becoming more sustainable, with a shift in focus due to the success of titles like Black Myth: Wukong. Developers are adapting their strategies, although challenges such as high production costs, competition, and issues related to work culture persist. Local governments are actively supporting game development through licensing, tax breaks, and grants, with initiatives aimed at integrating cultural themes into games. Despite layoffs in the industry, a robust social safety net exists to support affected employees.

AppWizard

May 20, 2025

India’s Nazara has acquired Curve Games

Nazara Technologies has acquired UK-based indie publisher Curve for ₹2.47 billion (approximately million). Curve is known for titles like Human Fall Flat and For the King and will continue operations in London with its current management team. The acquisition includes Curve's first-party studios, such as Runner Duck and IronOak Games. This move follows Nazara's acquisition of Fusebox Games in 2024. Stuart Dinsey, executive chair of Curve Games, expressed enthusiasm about joining Nazara, emphasizing the potential for growth in mobile gaming while maintaining their indie spirit. Nitish Mittersain, CEO of Nazara Technologies, highlighted the alignment of Curve’s capabilities with Nazara’s vision for premium gaming and the acquisition's role in enhancing their portfolio and supporting indie creators.

AppWizard

May 20, 2025

Nazara Technologies acquires UK’s console gaming publisher Curve Games for Rs 247 crore

Nazara Technologies has acquired UK-based PC and console game publisher Curve Games for Rs 247 crore (£21.7 million), marking its largest international acquisition to date. This acquisition gives Nazara complete ownership of Curve, which has a portfolio of indie games with over 100 million downloads worldwide, including titles like Human Fall Flat and Lawn Mowing Simulator. The move aims to diversify Nazara's offerings beyond mobile gaming into the PC and console markets, valued at over 0 billion globally. Curve Games reported revenues of Rs 263.5 crore and EBITDA of Rs 114.4 crore in 2024. Nazara plans to allocate Rs 800–1,000 crore for further acquisitions targeting global gaming studios. Other notable acquisitions by Nazara include Fusebox Games, Moonshine Technology, Comic Con India, and others. As of 2:29 pm, Nazara shares were trading at Rs 1,292.8 on the BSE.

AppWizard

May 14, 2025

APK Full Form in Android: Explained for Gamers and App Lovers

APK stands for Android Application Package, which is a file format essential for distributing, installing, and managing mobile applications on the Android platform. An APK contains all the necessary code, resources, and instructions for an app to run on Android devices. Key components of an APK include DEX files (app code), assets and resources (images, sounds, layouts), certificates and security signatures (for verification), and the AndroidManifest.xml file (which outlines permissions and components). When an app is installed, the APK is unpacked, permissions are granted, and its integrity is verified through digital signatures. APK files support various applications and games, allowing for manual installations and updates, and they ensure universal compatibility across devices. Users can adjust security settings to allow installations from unknown sources, but Android restricts this by default for safety.

BetaBeacon

May 13, 2025

10 of the best Android games to play on the beach

Rocket League Sideswipe involves gamers using miniature vehicles to score goals in a soccer-like setting.

BetaBeacon

May 10, 2025

Everything you need to turn your phone into the ultimate gaming handheld

Various phone controllers are available to enhance mobile gaming experiences, such as the GameSir G8 Plus, ASUS ROG Tessen, and Backbone One. Additionally, options like Xbox Cloud Gaming, PlayStation Plus Premium, and Amazon Luna allow console and PC gamers to play from anywhere. Emulators like RetroArch can handle games up to PS2, and launchers like ES-DE and Console Launcher can enhance the gaming experience on phones. Ultimately, phones are capable of playing a wide range of games, including emulation, making them versatile gaming devices.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

The Big Screen Gaming Summit returns to PG Connects Helsinki later this year

PG Connects is introducing the Big Screen Gaming Summit in Finland, coinciding with PG Connects Helsinki. This event will explore opportunities and challenges in console, PC, XR, and web3 gaming, featuring discussions on cutting-edge technologies, insights from developers, strategies for discoverability, innovative business models, and game development. Tickets for the event are available, starting at €166, with over 200 speakers and more than 1,500 delegates expected to attend.

AppWizard

May 5, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Gunslugs 3, Neoteria, The Past Within, more

A selection of deals on Android games and applications has emerged, offering significant savings. The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are discounted, and the 8Bitdo Ultimate Mobile gaming controller is featured. Google’s unlocked Pixel 9 Pro has a price reduction, and OnePlus Buds Pro 3 are also on promotion. Notable app offerings include Gunslugs 3, Neoteria, The Past Within, HideAndSeek, Skel, and Defense.