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Stardew Valley 1.5 guide: How to get started with Android's meatiest update yet
1.5 finally comes to Android with plenty of fixes in tow
Stardew Valley's long-awaited 1.5 update arrived on Android at the start of 2023. Avid Stardew Valley players had been anticipating the update to catch up to other platforms (since 2020). This game-changing update was always in the cards for the mobile version, but it involved the developer completely rewriting his code, which already made for one of the best games on Android.
Diablo Immortal: How to navigate the Forgotten Nightmares
Where to begin with the biggest update to Diablo Immortal since its launch
Blizzard hasn't forgotten about its most successful financial mobile game, Diablo Immortal, as the game has received the most comprehensive patch since its launch. The Forgotten Nightmares updates a new story expansion, changes to existing features, and new items/mechanics to bring more options for end-game grinding. However, getting lost in the woods is easy as new players approach Diablo Immortal, which is why we've compiled a guide that breaks down what's new, what's changed, and how to take advantage of this colossal update on your favorite Android gaming phone.
Genshin Impact 3.0 guide: How to navigate the Sumeru update
Genshin Impact 3.0: Say goodbye to Inazuma, say hello to Sumeru
The wait for getting to Sumeru is finally over. After a full year of playing through Inazuma in Version 2.0, we can finally expect to explore a plethora of updates to the game, including new content, optimizations, and features. Downloading the update is just the first step, and ensuring you have a well-equipped Android phone to handle the incoming content is the next step (you have to enjoy the content, after all). But every new journey requires a roadmap, so Android Police is here to help by showing you what's coming up in Genshin Impact 3.0 by teaching you how to navigate your way to Teyvat's upcoming chapter.
Apex Legends Mobile Season 1 Cold Snap update brings the battle royale a new but familiar hero
The game's first mid-season update is here, with improvements to matchmaking
Apex Legends Mobile launched on Android this past May, and it's still on its first season (as this is a live service battle royale, after all), but today marks the announcement of a new legend, though they won't be officially available until Thursday, June 16th. Today's mid-season update also signals the arrival of a new battle pass with new rewards, along with a unique game feature that freezes its surrounding area, offering frozen loot boxes with a special currency that can be spent on loot in the Seasonal Shop. Plus, there are some bug fixes to go around, addressing player frustrations with the game's matchmaking.
Minecraft's The Wild Update brings new biomes, mobs, and blocks to your favorite sandbox survival game
Explore the deep dark and the mangrove swamp in today's Minecraft update
It's been seven months since the second part of Minecraft's Caves & Cliffs update dropped, and today marks the release of the next big update, with a focus on the great outdoors (how appropriate for summer). The latest patch is known as The Wild Update, and just like previous updates, players can expect new content, like two new biomes (the deep dark and the mangrove swamp), new blocks (sculk blocks and mud blocks), and new mobs (warden, allay, and frog). Microsoft has even released two trailers that detail the two new biomes, which you can watch below.
PUBG: New State has been on a roll since its release offering monthly updates, and today marks the launch of New State's May patch. Fans can expect the new Round Deathmatch map Underbridge, along with a level system added to Deathmatch. Fresh weapons and customizations are also in the mix, with control improvements that offer new in-game settings. Of course, Season 3 is here bringing new rewards. So strap in; it's time to dig through May's patch notes.
PUBG Mobile introduces the Official Livik map
2.0 is here bringing new weapons, a new vehicle, and classic map improvements
It's been two months since the last update for PUBG Mobile, and so it's time again for some fresh content to land as the game enters into its 2.0 release. As of this morning, PUBG Mobile's 2.0 update will start rolling out to players, bringing with it the Official Livik map (freshly out of beta), along with some new weapons, a new vehicle, and classic map improvements. Of course, a new season will be starting soon, ushering in Royale Pass Month 11, otherwise known as Hidden Hunters. So let's dig in and see what's new.
Rocket League Sideswipe appropriately enters its third season with a new 3v3 mode
Plus, Rocket Pass rewards for season 2
Back in February, Rocket League Sideswipe's second season landed on Android, bringing causal playlists to the game. Well, it would appear that Psyonix is currently on a bi-monthly cadence, releasing a new season every couple of months, and so season 3 is officially here. Up to this point, 2v2 matches were the primary focus, but today you can finally jump into 3v3 matches with five other players. Along with the addition of a new 3v3 mode, a new arena is in the mix as well as a fresh spectator mode, plus there's a new Rocket Pass for those looking to earn some extra rewards.
Dead Cells newest DLC The Queen and the Sea is coming to mobile soon
A new training mode and collectible outfits are also incoming
Late last year the Android version of Dead Cells saw the release of Fatal Falls DLC, bringing new biomes, monsters, and weapons to the game. This was the second DLC to launch for the roguelike platformer in the same year, so it's no surprise to learn more DLC is incoming, known as The Queen and the Sea. Well, as of today it's official, this upcoming DLC will launch on April 7th for $3.99, and this time around you'll slice and dice your way through a dilapidated shipwreck and a fiery lighthouse.
It would appear that PUBG Mobile updates are now on a two-month cadence, with the 1.8 update landing this past January. Well, March marks two months, and on top of that, this month is actually the fourth anniversary of the game, which means it's time for a Vibrant Anniversary event, which coincidentally gives the game a Fortnite vibe. Today's update also brings with it colorful bicycles, new camps, and plenty of improvements, rounding out PUBG Mobile's 1.9 update.
Dawn of Ragnarök expansion comes to Assassin’s Creed Valhalla on Stadia
With more content from Ubisoft incoming
Since the start, Ubisoft has been at the forefront of Stadia's releases. Even with Stadia's uneven footing in 2022, things are still trucking along with new games incoming from multiple developers. Still, Ubisoft is easily one of the most active developers on Stadia, and so it comes as no surprise that Assassin's Creed Valhalla's newest expansion, Dawn of Ragnarök, is now available on the Stadia store, with Discovery Tour - Viking Age coming soon. But that's not all; Ubisoft has also announced that Trivial Pursuit: Live! is landing this month and that Rainbow Six Siege's new season Demon Veil starts next week.
Apparently, someone at Square Enix remembered Chrono Trigger exists, and so a fresh Japanese trailer has dropped that outlines a substantial incoming update that's expected to land on mobile and PC this Friday. The sharp eyes at Gematsu reported on the trailer's existence early this morning, and the video covers what fans can expect when the update lands later this week.
PUBG: New State's latest update adds a new 4v4 deathmatch mode
Three new weapons have been added too
PUBG: New State's February patch is out today, bringing with it a bunch of new content and improvements, including a new deathmatch mode along with three new weapons, two new weapon customizations, a co-op revive/recruit function, a gift system for the in-game store, all while kicking off Survivor Pass Vol. 4. Of course, a litany of balance changes are here, including QoL improvements, bug fixes, gameplay updates, and performance optimization, rounding out this month's patch for PUBG: New State.
PUBG: New State's January patch lands with a new Extreme mode, kicking off the first season
Plus a new gun, fresh customizations, animation improvements, and much more
PUBG: New State is the new kid on the block. It's extremely similar to PUBG Mobile, but it offers a futuristic theme with improved graphics, amongst many other improvements. Well, even though you'd think Krafton would want to differentiate itself from Tencent's game, the latest patch for New State is rolling out today, a day after PUBG Mobile received its own update. Despite the confusing update cycles for both games, New State indeed offers a host of improvements and content with January's 0.9.23 patch. The most significant addition is the new Battle Royale: Extreme mode, which lasts 20 minutes, but fans can also expect a new weapon, new gun customizations, and new actions/animations. Plus, the latest Survival Pass (Vol.3) is now live.
Spider-Man swings his way to PUBG Mobile for a limited time starting today
Plus a new map and plenty more content for update 1.8
It's been two months since the last major update for PUBG Mobile, and so it's that time again to check out the latest content coming to the game. Update 1.8 begins its launch today, but it will continue to roll out over the next six days across the globe as new content is added. This odd and lengthy update period exists so that the game doesn't have to be taken offline to patch in the new content, so it would seem this will be the norm from now on. As for what's new, well, Spider-Man is in the game starting today, but only for a limited time; plus, there's a new Classic Mode map and a more secure matchmaking system, along with a litany of improvements. Let's dig in.
Indie gaming classic Super Hexagon is back and better than ever
Today's update includes Android 11 and 12 support, along with high framerate and controller support
Terry Cavanagh is an indie developer best known for his minimal arcade games, such as VVVVVV and Super Hexagon. Well, he just published a blog post that details a significant update for Super Hexagon on Android. You see, the game has been broken for those on Android 11 and 12 for a while now, and today's update addresses this problem while also bringing with it a bunch of new features. Not only has controller support been added to the game, but so has high framerate support (up to 144FPS), along with folding phone/tablet support, improved touch response times, and UI optimizations. It's a banger of an update, and it's available right now.
Minecraft Caves & Cliffs Part 2 is out for Android with new and improved biomes
The update to 1.18.0 brings new cave generation too
This past June, Mojang released the first part of its Caves & Cliffs update, bringing with it new mobs, blocks, and in-game characters. But seeing that this update was splint in two, we only knew that the second half would land sometime in winter. Well, winter might not officially start until December 21st, but I see no reason to complain about an early launch from Mojang. As expected, the release of the second half of the Caves & Cliffs update brings new cave generation along with new cave and mountain biomes. Even the generation of these biomes has been improved upon, the same with the generation of caves and ore. New music has also made the cut, and there are over 70 bug fixes, making the early arrival of The Caves & Cliffs: Part II that much more enticing.
Fight as League of Legends heroes on Mirror Island in PUBG Mobile 1.7 (APK Download)
Royal Pass month 5 starts on November 19
It would appear the PUBG Mobile update cycle is now seeing patches land every two months, with the previous 1.6 patch arriving in September, and of course, the 1.7 patch is launching today. As expected, there are many changes introduced in the new 1.7 update, including the addition of Mirror Island. This is a floating island where players will take on the roles of characters from League of Legends’ official animated Netflix series Arcane, all to battle with other players as the secrets of Arcane are revealed. Beyond the new content, a few older modes are returning, and some combat changes/rebalancing is also in the mix.
Dead Cells celebrates new Fatal Falls DLC with a 50% off sale
$3.99 will net you three new biomes to explore
Back in March, The Bad Seed DLC made its way to the Android version of Dead Cells, and today there's an all-new DLC available known as Fatal Falls. Much like the previous content expansion, you can pick up Fatal Falls through a single in-app purchase priced at $3.99. This DLC offers three new biomes to explore, along with new monsters, weapons, and bosses. There's also a new custom mode available for free with today's update, and the game is on sale for half-off until September 28th in celebration of today's DLC release.
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered now has controller and cloud save support on Android and iOS
Square makes good on a six-month-old promise, surprising everyone
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In 2016 Square Enix released Final Fantasy VII and IX on Android, but VIII was still missing from the collection, a point of contention with fans over the last few years. Well, out of nowhere, Square has just released Final Fantasy VIII Remastered on the Play Store, and it's on sale for $16.99 until April 4th, which is when the price of the JRPG will jump up to $20.99.