BeXide has released Namco Legendary Mountains on iOS and Android, a Voxel-based puzzler where players match up iconic characters from Namco's classic coin-op era to create chains and prevent a stack from spilling over a bowl's edge.
Pawprint Studio releases free-to-play creature-catching open-world RPG Aniimo for mobile platforms, featuring cross-platform and cross-progression capabilities. Players can collect and merge over 200 Aniimo, explore the world of Idyll, and customize their own slice of the world. Multiplayer features include the ability to call for help, invite others to locations, and follow other players.
Sniper Dan is a game developed by Denki that combines hidden-object puzzles with first-person shooting mechanics. Players identify problems and resolve them with shots, engaging in quirky tasks like clearing leaves or planting seeds. The game features amusing animations and rewards players with coins for upgrades and cosmetic items. It is currently priced at £8.79, available until October 1.
Bombanana is a cooperative game where players take on the roles of monkeys with restricted sensory abilities: one is blind, another is deaf, and a third is mute. This setup complicates communication and strategy, leading to chaotic gameplay reminiscent of Team 3. Players must work together to defuse bombs, with the sighted player observing the bomb's mechanisms and relaying information to the mute player holding the instruction manual. The game features escalating challenges and puzzles, creating a humorous yet tense atmosphere. Despite struggles and failures, the experience fosters laughter and camaraderie among players.
- Mindcop is a detective game available for free on the Epic Games Store app for Android and iOS.
- Shogun Showdown is a turn-based combat game where players can unlock new skills and improve their abilities.
THQ Nordic released Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed on mobile platforms, a remake of the 2010 platformer game originally developed by Junction Point studio. The game follows Mickey Mouse in the Wasteland, where players can use a magical paintbrush to restore or erase elements of the environment. The mobile version features a redesigned interface and optimized controls for touchscreen devices, priced at 700 rubles on the App Store and 699 rubles on Google Play.
The review of "Beneath A Steel Sky" gives it an impressive score of 81%. The game is set in a dystopian future where corrupt corporations have taken control after the collapse of the world government. The protagonist, Robert Foster, is abducted and stranded in this chaotic environment. The gameplay features around 100 locations, numerous puzzles, and a robotic companion named Joey. Players must navigate the city to uncover a conspiracy while evading security forces. The game follows conventional adventure mechanics but is noted for its rich storytelling and design. However, it faces criticism for inconsistencies in tone, with some elements feeling out of place. Despite these issues, it is regarded as a solid entry in the adventure genre.
The Apothecary Diaries features Maomao, a young female alchemist in the Forbidden Palace, who becomes an unofficial forensic pathologist solving court mysteries. A new video game titled The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother is set to be released in early 2027, where players will assist Maomao in investigating the "Five Mysteries and Five Curses" involving a masked figure known as the 'imperial younger brother.' The gameplay includes clue-gathering, dialogue puzzles, and a deduction phase requiring players to present evidence. The game is conceptualized by the manga series author Hyuganatsu, aiming to maintain the essence of the anime while providing an interactive experience. Fans express concerns about preserving Maomao's character integrity amidst potential branching narratives.
Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris is now available on mobile for iOS and Android, offering players the chance to try out the first level for free before purchasing the full game for USD 9.99, EUR 8.99, or GBP 7.49. The game features touch controls, controller support, single-player, and multiplayer modes, as players team up with Lara, Carter Bell, Isis, and Horus to search for the lost Fragments of Osiris and battle enemies.
The Epic Games Store offers a selection of free games every Thursday. This week, players can claim the game Alone With You for free until 4 PM BST on Thursday, September 10. Alone With You, developed by BancyCo and launched in 2017, is an adventure game set in a doomed space colony, featuring a robot AI companion. The game typically retails for .99 and takes approximately 6.5 hours to complete the main storyline, or 11.5 hours for full exploration. It has a 'Mostly Positive' rating of 78% on Steam, with players praising its puzzle elements and narrative. Once claimed, the game remains in the player's library, but it is only available for PC.