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February 7, 2025

Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – February 2025 round-up

- Sniper Elite 4 is available on iOS for free, but the full game costs £19.99 and has touchscreen control issues. - Archero 2 is a free game on iOS and Android that is similar to its predecessor with some new power-ups and events. - Letterlike is a word-based roguelite game available on iOS and Android for £4.99 with a score of 8/10. - Dungeons Of Dreadrock 2: The Dread King’s Secret is a puzzle game available on iOS and Android for £7.99 with challenging puzzles. - LOK Digital is a crossword-style puzzle game available on iOS and Android for free or £5.99 for the full game with a score of 8/10. - Skate City: New York is a minimalist skating game on iOS included with Apple Arcade subscription with a score of 6/10. - Super Farming Boy is a kinetic farm management game on iOS for £7.99 with a unique gameplay loop and a score of 8/10. - Turnip Boy Robs A Bank is a pixel art roguelite game available on iOS and Android for £4.99 with character-driven mechanics and a score of 7/10.

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December 19, 2024

8 great games for your Steam Deck

The Steam Deck remains a popular portable gaming device in 2024, enhanced by Valve's software updates. Notable games include: - Balatro: A card-based roguelike where players create poker hands to earn chips and shop for new cards. - Dragon Age: The Veilguard: A fantasy RPG with dialogue trees and character-building options, requiring some graphics adjustments for optimal performance. - Hades II: An early access action roguelike that expands on its predecessor with new weapons and characters. - Metaphor: ReFantazio: A turn-based game from Atlus with a quick battle system, suitable for short sessions. - Neva: A visually stunning game focused on platforming puzzles and storytelling, enhanced on the Steam Deck OLED. - The Rise of the Golden Idol: A mystery game with 20 point-and-click puzzles involving investigation and clue-solving. - Stardew Valley’s 1.6 Update: Introduces new festivals, a new farm type, and additional content to the beloved farming simulation. - Thank Goodness You’re Here!: A whimsical game set in an English village, featuring humorous interactions and a short completion time.

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December 12, 2024

Top 10 best games that are better on mobile than on PC or console

Call of Duty Mobile is a free-to-play multiplayer-only shooter that offers superb graphics, diverse game modes, and is easily accessible on mobile devices.

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October 9, 2024

Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – October 2024 round-up

Machine Yearning is a free game available on iOS and Android where players associate made-up words with blocky symbols and colors. The game requires players to define words and colors, with cute sound effects and pop-up bonuses. Players can buy microtransactions to don pixellated hats.

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October 3, 2024

Apple Arcade September 26th update: Balatro+ and updates for several games

Balatro, a highly anticipated indie hit, has been added to Apple Arcade.

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September 28, 2024

Balatro Launches on Phones, Saving Commutes and Ruining Workdays Everywhere

Balatro, an indie game sensation blending poker rules with randomized runs and deck-building, has been released on phones. Players assemble poker hands to score points and face increasing difficulty levels, including boss challenges. Players can buy Jokers and other extras to improve their hands. The game is addictive and can be played in short bursts, making it easy to pick up and play anytime.

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September 28, 2024

[Fixed] Balatro now on Android, but ‘OR-FGEMF-20’ Google Play error in the way

Issue arises with Balatro launch on Android: Users are unable to purchase and download the game from the Google Play Store due to a transaction error.

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September 26, 2024

What is Balatro? Get to know more about the game coming to Apple, Google mobile devices this week

- Balatro is a poker-inspired virtual card game that combines poker with Solitaire. - Balatro will be available on mobile starting Thursday, September 26, 2024. - Balatro Mobile costs .99 to purchase.

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September 6, 2024

Smash-Hit Game Balatro is Coming to iOS and Android September 26 • iPhone in Canada Blog

Balatro, a Canadian-made indie roguelite poker game developed by LocalThunk, is set to launch on iOS and Android devices on September 26th. The game has gained a dedicated following for its unique blend of poker-inspired gameplay and roguelite elements. Players can form traditional poker hands to progress through challenging levels. LocalThunk is also working on a major gameplay update for Balatro, scheduled for 2025. A recent crossover update allows players to customize face cards with characters from popular games. Preorders are available for .99 in Canada, and the game will be available on Apple Arcade.

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September 5, 2024

Balatro Coming to Android, iOS, and Apple Arcade this Month – Gameranx

Balatro, an indie roguelike game, will be released for mobile devices on September 26 for iOS and Android. The game has sold over two million copies worldwide and features unique gameplay involving creating poker hands to defeat Boss Blinds. A recent update introduced collaborations with popular titles, allowing players to swap out traditional face cards with characters from other games.