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A cleaner daily brief on mobile game launches, updates, and pre-registration moves worth watching.

News Thu, May 7, 2026

Monster Hunter Outlanders: Impressive Beta Experience Unveiled

Monster Hunter Outlanders has launched its second closed beta, showcasing impressive cinematic visuals and smooth gameplay mechanics adapted for mobile controls. Players explore Aesoland, facing challenges like an enraged Rathian after a storm disrupts their expedition. The opening cinematic stands out, described as one of the best in mobile gaming, enhanced by excellent sound design that pulls you into the action. Gameplay introduces Monster Hunter mechanics gradually, making it accessible even for newcomers. Despite some technical issues like locked graphics settings, the game promises a grand experience that feels more like a console title than a mobile game, aiming for a full launch that meets high expectations.

News Thu, May 7, 2026

Dracula: The Disciple Unveiled as a First-Person Puzzle Adventure

Cyanide Studio has unveiled Dracula: The Disciple, a first-person puzzle adventure that reinterprets Bram Stoker’s Dracula through themes of occult experimentation and vampiric transformation. Players take on the role of Emile Valombres, a French archivist seeking a cure for his terminal illness inside Dracula’s abandoned castle, where he becomes entangled in the Count’s dark experiments. The gameplay focuses on solving puzzles using alchemical tools like alembics and athanors, as well as engaging with the environment to grow supernatural plants and perform rituals. As Emile's health deteriorates, he starts to transform into a vampire, gaining new powers that unlock further areas of the castle. The game features a Gothic visual style and atmospheric elements, with various locations to explore, including laboratories and dungeons. Although there is no release date yet, players can wishlist the game on Steam now.

Launch Thu, May 7, 2026

New Gameplay Trailer for ‘Edge of Memories’ Drops Ahead of 2026 Launch

Nacon and Midgar Studio have unveiled an extended gameplay trailer for Edge of Memories, showcasing insights into combat, exploration, and character progression in the decaying world of Avaris. The four-minute video offers more detail than previous footage, emphasizing real-time combat mechanics as players face the Corrosion when the game releases in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. Set in the realm of Heyron, players will follow Eline and her allies, Ysoris and Kanta, as they navigate a land ravaged by the Corrosion. The new gameplay highlights fast-paced battles that move away from the turn-based style of Edge of Eternity, featuring combo chains and tactical skill usage. Notably, Eline can unleash powerful abilities through party synergy and her Berserk transformation, enhancing her offensive strength in combat. The trailer also reveals expansive environments in Avaris, including ruined settlements and corrupted zones. Developed in Unreal Engine 5, the game boasts contributions from renowned creators such as Yasunori Mitsuda and Emi Evans, promising a rich narrative and immersive experience.

News Thu, May 7, 2026

Mobile Legends: Auction House Launches with New Trading Features

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang has introduced the Auction House, enabling players to buy, sell, and bid on eligible in-game items within their region. Players need to meet specific requirements, including reaching Player Level 16, attaining at least Grandmaster V rank, and having an account older than 31 days to access this feature. The Auction House includes two sales modes: Buyout for instant purchases at a fixed price, and Auction for bidding, which concludes when the timer runs out. Listing items incurs a non-refundable fee, and players can only trade items marked with the Auction House tag, with resale restrictions in place.

News Thu, May 7, 2026

Starr Nova Brawl Pass Launches with New Skins and Rewards

The Starr Nova Brawl Pass is now live for May 2026, featuring new content including the Starr Patrol Spike and Void Colette skin sets, along with their chromas. Players can unlock rewards using Keys and Vault, and tier 50 now offers random rewards instead of Starr Drops. The standard Brawl Pass costs $8.99, while the Plus version is priced at $12.99, providing additional rewards and progress options. Players can decide between the standard pass for essential rewards or the Plus for more benefits and both skin sets.

News Thu, May 7, 2026

Monkey Battle: Swing Shot Launches on Android with Classic Slingshot Action

Com2uS has released Monkey Battle: Swing Shot, a remastered version of their 2012 slingshot game, now live on Android. This title features physics-based gameplay where players use animal characters like Monkeys, Raccoons, and Pandas to engage in chaotic battles while swinging from trees. Players can enhance their characters with strategic branch upgrades and enjoy various game modes including Arcade and Sniper mode. Currently, there’s no word on an iOS release, but the game is available for download on the Google Play Store.

AI + Mobile Thu, May 7, 2026

Unity Reports Revenue Growth, Supersonic Sale Still on the Horizon

Unity is eyeing the sale of Supersonic while celebrating a 17% year-on-year revenue increase in its Q1 2026 earnings. The company highlighted the success of its Vector ad product, which saw an 80% revenue boost, and its new UnityAI tools, projecting profitability by Q4 2026. In a nod to the rising tide of AI in game development, Unity CEO Bromberg noted that 90% of developers are now leveraging AI, with newly released mobile apps up 60% year-over-year. Unity's engine boasts a 70% market share in mobile game creation, and despite a GAAP net loss of $347 million, adjusted EBITDA hit $138 million with a 27% margin. Overall, Unity's total revenue reached $508 million, with strategic adtech revenue at $279 million, up 49% YoY.

Perchang World Debuts on Apple Arcade with James Acaster as Narrator
Launch Thu, May 7, 2026

Perchang World Debuts on Apple Arcade with James Acaster as Narrator

Perchang World has officially launched as an exclusive title on Apple Arcade, featuring British comedian James Acaster in his debut game role. Players will navigate through hundreds of physics-based stages across eight unique zones, including themes like jungles, space, and cyber worlds, all while searching for scattered core fragments. The game is developed by Perchang Games, which has been working towards this release since the inception of the idea, inspired by a piece of concept art. The use of Acaster as the narrator is key, adding a humorous touch and emotional depth to the gameplay experience, as players witness his character evolve throughout the game.

IGDA Portugal Launches to Empower Local Developers
Launch Thu, May 7, 2026

IGDA Portugal Launches to Empower Local Developers

The International Game Developers Association has officially launched IGDA Portugal to bolster the country’s growing game development scene. This new chapter will focus on advocacy, networking, and knowledge-sharing initiatives aimed at connecting developers across Portugal and fostering career development. The first meetup is scheduled for May 15th at Gaming Hub Lisbon, with additional community events in Porto expected to be announced shortly. This launch coincides with the upcoming Pocket Gamer Connects Barcelona, set for June 15th to 16th, which will gather over 1,000 industry professionals for discussions on the future of gaming in Europe and beyond.

News Thu, May 7, 2026

Snowbreak: Containment Zone Servers Reopen May 8 After Controversy

Seasun Games has confirmed that Snowbreak: Containment Zone will reopen its servers on May 8, 2026, after a two-month indefinite maintenance due to controversy over its collaboration with China Post. Players can look forward to generous compensation, including an Advanced Manifestation Invitation Letter and a daily special manifestation echo covenant. The game will also reintroduce previously unclaimed rewards, such as Water City Tour missions. Additionally, limited-time items will retain their validity after the reopening, and the Back From Bygone event content will be extended until May 15, 2026. The highly anticipated Winds of Warmth event will also kick off alongside the server restart, marking a fresh start for fans of this sci-fi RPG shooter.