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Evertale beginner's guide: How to start your journey to save Erden
Check out these hot tips and tricks for new Crestbearers
Evertale, ZigZaGame's Pokémon-like and anime-hybrid title, tells a story about saving the world of Erden from an impending doom. Since its release, it's thematically similar (and compared) to Pokémon's catching and evolution gameplay style. The advantage of ZigZaGame's Pokémon-inspired game is that you don't need a Nintendo Switch or a top-end Android gaming phone to experience Evertale's take on monster-taming.
15 best gacha games in 2024
A hand-picked selection of the best gacha games worth gambling your time with
Playing free-to-play and gacha games offers baiting and rewarding experiences like no other genre. Some gachas lock a player's progress behind greedy paywalls, while others hide mundane, repetitious gameplay with glorifying eye candy. However, despite these unappealing qualities clouding the genre, gachas can still go toe-to-toe with some of the best Android games you can find on the platform.
Summoners War Chronicles guide: How to get started defending the Kingdom of Rahil
Lean into the power of comradery with this high-profile gacha game
Com2su Studio brings another pet-companion collector, Summoners War, to mobile and PC. Some may already be familiar with the name, as Summoners War made the rounds on mobile devices a decade ago and is still alive and kicking. Com2su Studio aims to revitalize the Summoners War series by introducing a new game to modern-day (compatible) devices. So, if you've never dipped your feet into the franchise before, Summoners War: Chronicles provides more than a solid enough entry point.
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis guide — Explore Midgar like a pro
Coping with Shinra's greedy capitalism is no easy feat
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis was one of our most anticipated Android games in 2023. The Final Fantasy franchise has a history of delivering some top-notch stories that can be loaded onto any favorite Android gaming phone. Now, with Ever Crisis available as a free-to-play mobile and PC title, you can finally play through the entire Final Fantasy VII compilation.
I got into Zenless Zone Zero's second beta — there's a lot to love and hate
Let's see how HoYoverse's latest action game is shaping up by playing its second closed beta
I was able to play Zenless Zone Zero's second closed beta equalizing test (CBT2), and now that I sunk over a dozen hours into the beta, I can finally see how HoYoverse's new roguelike (closer to roguelite) gacha is shaping up. Considering the beta lasts a whole month, it's pretty safe to assume that HoYoverse is gearing up for full release sometime next year.
Higan: Eruthyll guide — Tips and tricks to start building your dream team
All you have to do is play your cards right
Higan: Eruthyll is a real-time strategy card-based gacha game developed and published by Bilibili. In Higan: Eruthyll, you will encounter a peculiar combination of themes, often psychedelic or more fairytale-like. Since its release, the game has brought over full English dubbing alongside a Japanese voiceover, so you may want to crank up the volume on your Android gaming phone to gain the most out of this experience. For new players coming into Higan: Eruthyll blind, we've created a handy guide to assist players in getting the most potential out of their gacha affairs. Our guide breaks down the basics for battling, upgrading, and building potent teams to get you through all the early challenges and hurdles within Higan: Eruthyll.
Genshin Impact is turning 3, and the anniversary celebration is underwhelming
There's still no free standard 5-star character, even after three years
Genshin Impact, one of Android's best games and an impeccable gacha, is turning three. Unlike the first anniversary back in 2021, no one's pointing pitchforks at HoYoverse over this year's celebration. But it doesn't mean everyone is gleaming with enthusiasm and excitement over Genshin Impact's third birthday, either.
HoYoverse has shown AAA gachas can compete hand-in-hand with the hottest titles thanks to Android's frontrunner gacha Genshin Impact. The company shows no signs of slowing down as another multi-million dollar title arrives on Android, iOS, PC, and PlayStation (coming soon). But juggling several top-tier Android games can be stressful, so we've created a handy guide to teach players all of Honkai: Star Rail's exploitable secrets. After all, we wish all Trailblazers plenty of success as they depart on the Astral Express with their favorite Android gaming phone.
I just played Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis and am disgusted by its overt pay-to-win monetization
However, this expansive gacha game neatly ties together the entire Final Fantasy VII story
Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis is the latest Final Fantasy game, exclusive to Android and iOS devices. It combines all events from the Compilation of Final Fantasy VII media franchise in one neat package. It's part remaster, part expansion, but all classic Final Fantasy, albeit with some brutal monetization techniques mobile gamers should be more than familiar with.
The year is rolling by, and only a few upcoming Android gems remain. Black Clover M is one of these anticipated releases being published on our Android gaming phones. Currently, the game's publisher, Garena, has begun soft launching regionally. The mobile title is based on the iconic events surrounding the wildly popular anime and manga series Black Clover. It re-tells the story of Mage fledglings Asta and Yuno embarking on their Magic Knight's journey through Clover Kingdom. But to reach your Magic Knight's maximum potential, you must chase after the strongest allies, so we've devised a guide to teach players how to re-roll early in Black Clover M.
We just played Zenless Zone Zero, and here's what you need to know about its progress
See what HoYoverse has been cooking at Gamescom this year
Zenless Zone Zero is HoYoverse's unreleased AAA action rogue-lite RPG. The title resembles Honkai Impact 3rd, another ARPG, but with a much more modernized action combat system. After a successful launch year with Honkai: Star Rail and its ongoing money-maker, Genshin Impact, HoYoverse is preparing to come in hot with another top-tier gacha game, revealing fresh gameplay at Gamescom this year. Clearly, the company aims to take the top spot in all the gacha markets, so there's no doubt that Zenless Zone Zero will be a great mobile game to look for in 2024. Let's see how development is shaping up.
Tower of God: Great Journey guide — Following the path of the Chosen
Idle you way to success with a little luck on your side
Tower of God: Great Journey is the latest idle RPG by Ngelgames. Not to be confused with Netmarble's upcoming Tower of God: New World. The original webtoon generated 6 billion views, and now inexperienced viewers/readers will finally sample the beautiful Korean manhwa-stylized art in Great Journey. Of course, the game heavily depends on automation, so you'll spend most of your time preparing units to take down the challenging content of Great Journey, which is why we've compiled this handy beginner's guide for what could be one of Android's best games. Then, finally, using our beginner's tips, it's time to put your trusty Android gaming phone to the test and overcome the obstacles awaiting you in the Tower!
Lord of the Rings: Heroes of Middle-earth guide — Build your dream Fellowship
Use these tips to help you spending above your means
EA has launched Lord of the Rings: Heroes of Middle-earth. It plays similarly to Galaxy of Heroes, one of the best Android gacha games. So players familiar with the turn-based strategy gameplay will feel right at home with Heroes of Middle-earth. But, of course, our guide covers all the basics, from learning the essential upgrade systems to getting a handle on the right heroes — this way, you won't fall into the common traps of spending more resources than you should while playing on your favorite Android phone.
Honkai Star Rail hands-on: A spectacular digital casino with stunning graphics
Our gameplay video highlights Honkai Star Rail's improvements over Genshin Impact
Honkai: Star Rail, the sci-fi follow-up from the creators of Genshin Impact, is out now. While it's not technically a sequel, it borrows so many features from the popular 2020 gacha game it feels like one. However, there's a new cast of characters (with some returning from previous Honkai games), new gameplay mechanics, and of course, a space train. Choo choo, let's get this hands-on rolling!
Disney Mirrorverse guide: Save the universe by empowering your Guardians
Form the ultimate team of Disney and Pixar characters to fight off the Fractured
It's time to defend the Stellar Mirror with the all-star cast of Disney Mirrorverse Guardians in Kabam's latest action RPG, Disney Mirrorverse. The Fractured are after the Stellar Mirror, the source of all Stellar Magic and the manifestation of all that is good and just, and now Mickey Mouse is leaving it in your hands to put a stop to these wicked plans.
Kakao Games adds the gorgeous 3D idle gacha Eversoul to its resume of high-profile gacha games, the same company responsible for bringing notable titles Guardian Tales (one of the best Android gachas) and World Flipper. Eversoul promises heroics, collection frenzy, and team customization on your favorite Android gaming phone. But every savior needs some guidance, so we've compiled a beginner's guide outlining fundamentals like re-rolling before diving right into the heart of Eversoul.
What is a gacha video game?
Let's examine the elements behind the term gacha, how it's monetized, and the difference between regular F2P games
The term "gacha" may ring some bells as a category for many mobile games, including some of the best gachas on Android. But what does it mean? Does gacha refer to a genre of games, a company's payment model, or an introduced gameplay element? We've created a frequently asked questions (FAQ) guide providing answers to your questions while shedding light on the common misconceptions behind this term and how it ties into the gaming industry.
One Punch Man: The Strongest guide — Tips for beginners
Fast track your way to becoming the ultimate hero or villain
One Punch Man is an award-winning Manga and anime series based on a viral webcomic. The series follows Saitama, the world's strongest superhero that can blow away conspiring villains in a single punch (hence the name One Punch Man) — this concept turns into a hilariously written running gag. One Punch Man: The Strongest is officially authorized and supervised by Shueisha (the Manga publisher) while still securing the original anime VAs to complete this game's voice track. As a result, you can enjoy your fan favorites with a fine pair of wireless earbuds on your Android device, ensuring the releases spot as one of Android's best games.
Tower of Fantasy guide: Getting started on the planet of Aida
A beginner's guide covering Tower of Fantasy's gameplay: Acquiring Simulacrums, exploration, story progression, and character creation
Tower of Fantasy is an open-world MMO gacha game that aesthetically resembles Genshin Impact, considered one of Android's best games to date. But after taking a closer look, the ToF is fundamentally different. The game highlights an ever-evolving combat system while drawing players into its science fiction fantasy world, where you'll meet a unique cast of characters within an emotionally turbulent storyline. Tower of Fantasy hits a bit of everything. More importantly, the game's multiplayer focus allows you to play with your friends without requiring a high-end Android phone. But still, it's easy to get lost on where to start with the limited in-game resources, so we've created a detailed beginner's guide to help you manage resources optimally while still breaking down the basic gameplay in Tower of Fantasy.
Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent starter's guide
The basics every traveler needs to navigate the evils of Orsterra
Square Enix's Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent is Android's first entry in the series. The beloved IP originated on the Nintendo Switch in 2016, considered a love letter to the old-school RPG style with a few shakeups. Nonetheless, newcomers can experience Champions of the Content without prior knowledge of the series. The game is a prequel with plenty of character-collecting gameplay to explore on your favorite Android gaming phone.