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Beloved Mobile Game Poinpy Returns Free After Year Away
Videos5d ago

Beloved Mobile Game Poinpy Returns Free After Year Away

A charming mobile game that vanished from Netflix's library in 2023 just bounced back onto iOS and Android, completely free with no ads or purchases. Poinpy's return proves that sometimes good things really do come back around.

Engadget2 min read
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Acts of KindnessMar 3

Mobile Game Raises $12K for 300 Indonesian Kids This Ramadan

Mobile Legends players turned their gaming sessions into real donations, helping the popular game raise $12,000 for children fighting cancer and living in orphanages across Indonesia. The campaign doubled last year's impact during Ramadan's holy month.

Google News - Charity Donation Million3 min read
Google Play Lets You Try Games Free Before Buying
SolutionsMar 12

Google Play Lets You Try Games Free Before Buying

Google Play just launched Game Trials, letting mobile gamers test paid games before spending money. The feature gives players up to 60 minutes of free gameplay to decide if a game is worth buying.

Engadget2 min read
Saudi Gaming Studio FLOATY Raises $1M to Go Global
InnovationJul 20

Saudi Gaming Studio FLOATY Raises $1M to Go Global

A young Saudi game studio just secured $1 million to bring its mobile games to players worldwide. FLOATY Studio's success shows how Saudi Arabia is becoming a powerhouse in the global gaming industry.

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)2 min read
Wholesome Direct Returns June 6 With 50+ Cozy Games
VideosMay 5

Wholesome Direct Returns June 6 With 50+ Cozy Games

The beloved Wholesome Direct gaming showcase is back for its seventh year, bringing more than 50 adorable games to screens worldwide on June 6. Proceeds from merch sales will support the Transgender Law Center, continuing the event's tradition of raising money for good causes.

Engadget2 min read
4 Classic Games Join Video Game Hall of Fame
SportsMay 7

4 Classic Games Join Video Game Hall of Fame

The World Video Game Hall of Fame welcomed four gaming legends that shaped how millions play today. Angry Birds, Silent Hill, Dragon Quest, and FIFA International Soccer earned their place in history.

Engadget2 min read
ASU's GAME School Trains Next Gen of Gaming Innovators
InnovationFeb 11

ASU's GAME School Trains Next Gen of Gaming Innovators

Arizona State University launched a groundbreaking interdisciplinary school that's preparing students for careers in the gaming industry, which now outpaces film and music combined. The GAME School combines arts, engineering, and storytelling to train the next generation of game creators through hands-on projects and industry partnerships.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
New Zealand Offers $250K Grants for Game Developers
InnovationMar 3

New Zealand Offers $250K Grants for Game Developers

New Zealand's CODE National Funding Programme is giving experienced game developers up to $250,000 to launch their first commercial games. The StartUp Fund supports creators working on everything from VR adventures to mobile games, helping transform innovative ideas into global products.

Google News - New Zealand Success2 min read
Finnish Game Giant Supercell Celebrates Failure to Spark Success
InnovationApr 30

Finnish Game Giant Supercell Celebrates Failure to Spark Success

Mobile gaming company Supercell has grown to $4 billion in annual revenue by giving small teams complete autonomy and treating failures as valuable learning experiences. The Finnish company's "celebrate failure" philosophy has created games that millions play for years, not just days. ##

Regional: finland innovation (FI)2 min read
Linux Gaming Developers Unite to Improve Player Experience
InnovationJan 29

Linux Gaming Developers Unite to Improve Player Experience

Eight major Linux gaming projects are joining forces to make gaming smoother for everyone. The Open Gaming Collective will share fixes and improvements instead of working separately.

The Verge2 min read
Indie Games Put Sustainability and Joy Front and Center
VideosJun 13

Indie Games Put Sustainability and Joy Front and Center

A wave of new indie games is proving that gaming can be both fun and thoughtful, with titles focusing on renewable energy, creativity, and community. From solar-powered farming to streetball nostalgia, these games show how small studios are making big statements about what matters.

Engadget2 min read
California Passes Bill to Protect Access to Video Games
SolutionsJun 2

California Passes Bill to Protect Access to Video Games

California just took a major step toward protecting gamers from losing access to the games they've purchased. The state assembly passed groundbreaking legislation that could force gaming companies to keep digital games playable, even after official support ends.

Engadget2 min read
California Advances Bill to Save Online Games from Shutdown
SolutionsMay 15

California Advances Bill to Save Online Games from Shutdown

A California bill protecting gamers' access to online games just cleared a major legislative hurdle. If passed, publishers would need to refund players or keep games playable even after shutting down servers.

Ars Technica3 min read
Game Studio Workers Form Union After Weathering Layoffs
Community HeroesMar 9

Game Studio Workers Form Union After Weathering Layoffs

After two rounds of layoffs, all 13 workers at Heart Machine united to form a union that their employer voluntarily recognized. The indie studio behind Hyper Light Drifter joins a growing wave of game developers protecting their careers in an industry facing massive job cuts.

Engadget2 min read
Vampire Survivors Spinoff Revives Hit Game's Magic
SportsApr 20

Vampire Survivors Spinoff Revives Hit Game's Magic

The beloved indie game Vampire Survivors gets a fresh twist with a new spinoff that trades real-time action for strategic card battles. Vampire Crawlers proves that great game design can successfully jump genres while keeping players hooked.

The Verge2 min read
Vampire Survivors Studio Opens 2 Studios, 15 Games Coming
VideosApr 22

Vampire Survivors Studio Opens 2 Studios, 15 Games Coming

The indie game company behind the hit Vampire Survivors is growing fast, with two new studios and over 15 games in development. With 27 million players already hooked, Poncle is proving one great idea can spark a creative empire.

Engadget2 min read
Roblox Brings AI Game Creation to Phones This July
InnovationJul 17

Roblox Brings AI Game Creation to Phones This July

Creating video games is about to get as easy as texting a friend. Roblox is launching a new tool that lets anyone build interactive games on their phone using simple text prompts.

Engadget2 min read
Fortnite Returns to iPhone Globally After 5-Year Ban
SolutionsMay 19

Fortnite Returns to iPhone Globally After 5-Year Ban

The popular battle royale game Fortnite is coming back to iPhones worldwide, ending a nearly five-year absence that started with a legal showdown between Epic Games and Apple. Millions of mobile gamers can now rejoin the action, though Australia remains the lone exception.

Engadget2 min read
Game Studio Leaves Netflix to Welcome More Players
InnovationJan 27

Game Studio Leaves Netflix to Welcome More Players

Spry Fox bought itself back from Netflix to make its upcoming game Spirit Crossing accessible to everyone, not just streaming subscribers. The indie studio chose community over corporate security so friends can play together regardless of membership status.

The Verge2 min read
This Weird Indie Game is 2026's Most Joyful Surprise
Daily MixApr 22

This Weird Indie Game is 2026's Most Joyful Surprise

A quirky new game called Titanium Court defies easy description but delivers pure creative delight. It's a genre-bending adventure that reminds players why indie games matter.

The Verge2 min read

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