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Pascals Wager’s Tides of Oblivion washes up on Android and iOS today

Tipsworks has released the newest expansion for Pascal’s Wager. Tides of Oblivion has been anticipated for a fair while, and brings the Action-RPG to a brand new aquatic setting – Ichthyosauria. Though a mouthful of sea water to say, the new setting adds fresh enemies, characters, and new adventures for the player, as they sound the depths of Ichthyosauria and dredge up its secrets for themselves.

The actual setup of Tides of Oblivion is fairly simple – Jerold, a familiar friend, asks Terence to team up with him to travel to the land of Ichthyosauria, and find a way to save it. Jerold is also the new playable character, and if the trailer is anything to go by, he seems to be a duelist who wields a rapier, with a courtly manner of fighting.

For those that don’t know Pascal’s Wager, it’s basically mobile’s answer to Dark Souls, channeling influences from the FromSoftware series to create an outstanding mobile Action-RPG – just read our Pascal’s Wager review if you don’t believe us! The new setting of Ichthyosauria gives off some serious fishing hamlet vibes from Bloodborne’s Old Hunter DLC, which we’re always happy to see.

You can watch the trailer for Tides of Oblivion below, which features a little gameplay, and some suitably ominous narration:

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If you want to pick up Pascal’s Wager, you can find it on Google Play and the App Store, and Tides of Oblivion is purchasable in-game. Either that, or enter our current Pascal’s Wager giveaway, where we’re offering both a code for the base game, and Tides of Oblivion.

For some other games like Pascals Wager – though nothing is quite like Pascals Wager – be sure to check out our list of the best mobile RPGs!

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Tencent make more than Microsoft and Nintendo combined

Tencent’s revenue in the final quarter of 2019 was around $5.22bn, more than Nintendo and Microsoft combined, according to a report published by ForexSchoolOnline. The report outlines the top performers of the gaming industry in the fourth quarter of last year.

Tencent owns stakes in some of the biggest games companies globally, including Riot Games, a 40% stake in Epic Games, an 84% stake in SuperCell, and minority stakes in Call of Duty, and Assassin’s Creed. It’s also the operator of China’s equivalent of Steam, a platform called WeGame. However, Tencent doesn’t just make money from creating video games, it also owns the third biggest Android app store in China, the Tencent Appstore. The conglomerate also operates WeChat – a social networking and mobile payment app with over a billion monthly active users.

The report revealed that Nintendo came fifth with $2.28bn, Microsoft came in at fourth with $2.83bn, followed by Apple at $2.88bn, with Sony in second place at $3.879bn. A remarkable nine companies recorded over one billion from the final quarter of 2019 alone.

For those of you curious about the report and who the top 20 gaming revenue public companies of Q4 2019 are, then check out the list below:

  • Tencent: $5.23
  • Sony: $3.88
  • Apple: $2.89
  • Microsoft: $2.83
  • Nintendo: $2.29
  • Google: $1.88
  • Activision Blizzard: $1.75
  • NetEase: $1.67
  • EA: $1.59
  • TakeTwo Interactive: $0.93
  • Bandai Namco: $0.72
  • Warner Bros: $0.57
  • 37 Interactive: $0.53
  • Ubisoft: $0.51
  • Century Huatong: $0.48
  • Netmarble: $0.48
  • Square Enix: $0.47
  • Nexon: $0.45
  • NCSoft: $0.42
  • Sea Group: $0.40

All data is in billions.

Are you a fan of Tencent games? Then you should check out our Gameloop download guide, or our PUBG Mobile redeem guide. 

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Apple and Google kick Fortnite off mobile

Fortnite is no longer available to download from the App Store and Google Play following Epic’s latest update, which featured a workaround where you could pay less for V-bucks by avoiding the 30% cut both mobile game stores take whenever you make a purchase. Epic appears to have expected this reaction, as it has also launched a lawsuit against Apple. 

“Apple has become what it once railed against: the behemoth seeking to control markets, block competition, and stifle innovation,” says the injunction. “Apple is bigger, more powerful, more entrenched, and more pernicious than the monopolists of yesteryear. At a market cap of nearly $2 trillion, Apple’s size and reach far exceeds that of any technology monopolist in history.” 

The injunction refers to the 1984 Apple commercial, where the Macintosh is the revolutionary force breaking IBM’s monopoly over the computing market. Using an in-game Fornite parody of the famous advert, Epic suggests that Apple has become what it once vowed to stop – a monopoly, using anti-competitive restraints to choke the market.

If you’ve never seen the original Macintosh Super Bowl advert, you can find it on YouTube. We recommend watching the original first before you check out Fortnite’s parody below.

Epic’s lawsuit explains that it’s not seeking financial compensation or favourable treatment by suing the multi-trillion-dollar conglomerate. Instead, Epic is seeking to relieve what they refer to as the ‘monopoly’ that Apple has over the iOS app distribution market, and the in-app payment processing market.

It’s not clear what the result of the injunction will be, or how long we will have to wait before we see Fortnite readily available on all smartphones again. 

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Ezio from Assassin’s Creed is now a playable character in AFK Arena

Lilith Games has announced that the loveable rogue from Assassin’s Creed, Ezio Auditore, is playable from today in AFK Arena. The Master Assassin is available for free during his first week, meaning you can try him out for yourself before deciding whether you want to purchase him for good. This character update comes after the news that AFK Arena recently reached 40 million downloads just in time for its first birthday.

“We’re excited to see AFK Arena’s core audience continuing to explode across the globe,” comments Xiao Dong, Producer of AFK Arena. “We’re thrilled to add Ezio from Assassin’s Creed to our hero lineup from today.”

For those that don’t know, AFK Arena is a fantasy idle-RPG well known for its unique art style. In the game, you build a party from a selection of 100 heroes belonging to seven different factions, and face off against enemy armies invading the land of Esperia. But as AFK is also an idle game, you can sit back and relax while doing this – letting your heroes fight for you to gain xp and rewards.

If you want to learn more, you can watch the snazzy live action trailer for the crossover below:

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For those wanting to play AFK Arena, we’ve got plenty of content to keep you satisfied! Check out our AFK Arena tier list to know what characters are worth playing, and also our AFK Arena codes selection.

If you fancy checking out Ezio for yourself, you can download AFK Arena on Google Play and the App Store!

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Get a free copy of premium sport game WST Snooker!

The variety of sport-based games on mobile is pretty amazing – we’ve got racing games like Kartrider Rush+ and Asphalt, some of the best mobile sports manager games like Football Drama, or Motorsport Manager Mobile, and we also have games covering plenty of other sports. WST Snooker is one such title, a premium snooker game offering solid play to both fans of the sport and new players alike – read our WST Snooker review if you don’t believe us!

That’s why we’ve decided to partner with Lab42 this week to give away some copies of the game! If you like sport games, want to try something new, or enjoy snooker or pool in real-life, WST Snooker might be a fun new mobile play for you to try out.

We’ve also got a fair few copies for both Android and iOS up for grabs. So, if competing in snooker tournaments and climbing the ranks of the professional world sounds like your sort of thing, be sure to try your luck!

In order to enter, all you need do is select which platform you want a copy for – but also please have a browse of our terms and conditions before you do!

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PT – WST Snooker – Android giveaway

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If you can’t wait to play WST Snooker, it is available for purchase on Google Play and the App Store. For more sport-related recommendations, our best Android games and best iOS games lists have some pretty good picks!

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Hot Wheels Unlimited races into soft launch in Canada, Australia, and the UK

Budge Studios has soft-launched a new Hot Wheels game on mobile. Hot Wheels Unlimited is a mobile version of what every Hot Wheels fan dreams of – a racing game where you can build your very own custom tracks.

The game is set in Hot Wheels City, a busy metropolis full of challenges designed to test your speedy skills. Once you’ve let your hair down, you can zoom into the Build-A-Race Festival, where you get to build your very own track and race against your friends. Besides constructing the craziest course ever, you can build your very own collection of iconic speedsters by completing challenges and earning some red wheels. Exchange these wheels for your favourite Hot Wheels, like the monster truck and Rodger Dodger.

Unfortunately for some, Hot Wheels Unlimited is only available to download in select regions. These include Canada, Australia and the UK. While we don’t have an exact global release date for Hot Wheels Unlimited, we can show you the new gameplay trailer and keep you updated for when the game is released.

If you are curious about the gameplay of Hot Wheels Unlimited, then check out the trailer below:

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It’s not often that a 30-second trailer gets us excited, but just looking at those crazy tracks makes me want to dust off my crash helmet and take on the Nemeses.

Hot Wheels Unlimited has soft launched on the App Store and Google Play. If you are in the mood for kicking some butt, why not check out our best mobile multiplayer games guide?

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The Pathless gets a new gameplay trailer ahead of its Apple Arcade release

The Pathless is a mythical open-world adventure game coming to the Apple Arcade later this year. Developed by Giant Squid and published by Annapurna Interactive,  The Pathless takes place in a mystical land, invaded by cursed spirits. It’s up to you, an acrobatic huntress, and your incredibly well-trained eagle to bring light back to the world. 

The game gives you a vast map to explore, riddled with secrets and puzzles, not to mention, the cursed spirits that are determined to stop you in your tracks. It’s not too often that a six-minute trailer narrated by a creative director gets us so excited, but The Pathless is an outstanding exception.

The lengthy gameplay walkthrough shows off a lot of cool mechanics and adorable features, such as needing to pet your eagle to keep him clean and flying true. Besides, the track record of Annapurna Interactive alone should trigger any mobile gamers inner curiosity. If you’re looking for a game to get excited about, The Pathless could be it.

Judging by the trailer, the map is navigable quickly by sliding, jumping, and flying on the back of your eagle. Once more, a timing system supercedes the traditional way of aiming down sight, making it more important than ever to hone your archery skills:

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The Pathless release date is yet to be confirmed, but we know it’s launching sometime this year, and is coming to iOS via the Apple Arcade, as well as Microsoft Windows, Macintosh operating systems, and both Playstation 5 and 4. So there are multiple ways for our Android friends to get their hands on this fantastic open-world adventure.

Fancy reading up about what games Apple includes with an Apple Arcade subscription? Then you need to check out our Apple Arcade games list.

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Another Eden is giving away a free five-star unit to celebrate five million downloads

WFS Inc has announced that its popular RPG, Another Eden, has achieved five million downloads since it first launched back in 2017. So to celebrate the momentous occasion WFS are giving away a free five-star unit – all you need to do is play through the special encounter which is available until September 16.

Everyday a new Whisper of Time encounter is going to appear in-game – complete this to receive a Whisper of Time drop. Once you’ve collected ten of these bad-boys, the encounter that’ll get you your free five-star becomes available – simple enough, right? In case you don’t get time before the end date, Whisper of Time drops are also still usable until October 14.

For those that don’t know, Another Eden: The Cat Beyond Space and Time – to use its full name – is a mobile JRPG that first dropped a few years back, before releasing worldwide early last year. Since its release, Eden has received a lot of praise for its story, soundtrack, and characters, soliciting many favourable comparisons with RPGs on PC and console.

But don’t take our word for it – you can watch the launch trailer below:

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To further celebrate the five million, we are also getting a Divine Paladin version of the character, Anabel, and there are plenty of other fateful encounters for you to try, as well as two special summer campaigns to undertake.

If you want to see what all the fuss is about, Another Eden is available on Google Play and the App Store. If you’re currently wanting for more recommendations, our list of the best mobile RPGs, and best mobile MMORPGs have plenty of great games to choose from!

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Hyena Squad is the latest turn-based strategy game by Wave Light Games

Wave Light Games, the developer of Demon’s Rise and Shieldwall Chronicles, has confirmed its next title, Hyena Squad, will launch on the App Store on September 9. Hyena Squad is a turn-based RPG similar to XCOM.  

Hyena Squad takes place in deep space, onboard an alien space station. It’s your job to infiltrate the station and rescue a VIP inmate with your team of mercenaries. You can choose from four different types of mercenary: armoured melee specialists, heavy gunners, elusive scouts, and mysterious psychics. Once you select your team, you must lead the assault, taking into account the environment, your characters’ line of sights, morale, and more. 

Hyena Squad builds on Wave Light Games’s previous RPGs by adding additional features for you to enjoy. There are 12 levels to master, each with different objectives like hostage rescue, escort to the safe zone, and various bosses. The environments in Hyena Squad are destructible, with fuel canisters and hazardous tanks to blow up. Your squad and the aliens you fight both have active and passive abilities, where you can inspire or confuse units, increasing the tactical tools at your disposal.

Hyena Squad will release this September on the App Store, where you can pre-order a copy for $1.99/£1.99. The game offers you a premium experience with no adverts, in-app purchases, or online requirements. 

If Hyena Squad sounds like the RPG for you, then check out the trailer below.

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Fancy checking out the best mobile RPGs or maybe the best mobile strategy games? Either way, we have the guide for you.

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Garena releases new Free Fire Sushi Menace elite pass

Garena has announced that the latest elite pass for Garena Free Fire is sushi-themed. Sushi Menace brings the world-famous Free Fire series into a quaint little sushi restaurant somewhere in Japan. Although, this is no ordinary sushi shack. It is the neutral meeting ground of two former warring mafia factions, where the fate of this dinner will decide if the partnership continues, or if the factions return to war.

The Sushi Menace elite pass introduces Taku and Shiori, the owners and chefs of the House of Knives. These martial arts experts don’t just know their way around a California roll; they are weapon masters in their own right, with Shiori specialising in pistols and knives, and Taku preferring katanas and rifles.

The owners of the House of Knives take on a comic book-like lifestyle, working days at their sushi restaurant, and nights as the Sushi Menace, a bounty hunting group. The elite pass doesn’t just put sushi on the menu though. There are a load of skins and backpacks, some of which include special effects.

There are plenty of juicy rewards for you to get your hands on in the Sushi Menace elite pass. We’ve listed a few examples of the sushi themed rewards below:

  • Sashimi slasher bundle skin (male)
  • Ramen slayer bundle skin (female)
  • Sashimi boat backpack skin
  • Salmon surfer skin
  • Sushi Menace grenade skin

Fancy looking at the teaser trailer for the Sushi Menace elite pass? Then watch the video below:

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You can download a free copy of Garena Free Fire from the App Store or Google Play.

Or, if you’re looking for the best multiplayer games mobile has to offer, you can check out the best mobile multiplayer games guide.