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As MU Origin turns 1, Webzen rewards players with a load of bonuses and discounts
Hooray! MU Origin is celebrating its first birthday this July. South Korean publisher Webzen created the game as an updated, mobile friendly spin-off of MU Online, itself released way back in 2003. Since the MMORPG was launched, it’s attracted just shy of 2 million players to its magical lands. That’s like the entire population of Northern Ireland hacking and slashing their way through dungeons to a combined playtime of over 7000 years! Thankfully there’s enough loot to go round. If you’re a fan of said loot, then now’s the time join MU Origin. Webzen is celebrating the game’s anniversary by gifting players a load of rewards. It’s like a chi…
AndroidReady for the next adventure? Knight Fever lands on Google Play
If you’re looking for fresh adventure of the dungeons and dragons variety, look no further. Buff Studios’ Knight Fever launches. This new mobile RPG is serving up heaps of classic role-playing gameplay with some fun new twists. Gather a party of adventurers. You’ll find Heroes specializing in both might and magic to aid you on your quest. As you search dank dungeons and explore the wilderness, you’ll be challenged by the monsters roaming the land. Take up your sword or staff in lane-based combat. The action plays out across four lanes, one for each of your Heroes. It’s your duty to keep track of all that’s happening in each lane to achieve victory. Kni…
Oceans & Empires’ new update is making a real splash
It looks as though it’s high time to be diving back into Oceans & Empires, as the naval strategy MMO’s new update makes landfall today. The June Grand Update brings a number of exciting new features that breath fresh excitement into your ocean adventures. Put your naval might to the test with a new Boss Monster, Aestaros, who challenges players to intense Rally Attacks. You’ll need to team up with others if you want a chance to take down the monster, and with the help of the new global chat system, it’s never been easier. The chat system allows players to talk to anyone, regardless of server. New preset features make battles flow more smoothly, too, as you can no…
Take a trip through time in The House of Da Vinci, available now on iOS
Fans of all things mind-bending and mysterious will be able to get their fix from today, as The House of Da Vinci graces smartphone screens tasking players to escape and seek the truth. Available now for iOS devices, the kickstarted game from developer Blue Brain Games provides a unique hands-on 3D puzzle experience which tales its inspiration from The Room series. So what’s the story? You’re placed in the role of the great Leonardo’s da Vinci’s apprentice and it’s up to you to find out what’s behind his strange disappearance. Was he killed by the church? Did some of his machines transport him into another time? Is he hiding under the bed? The o…
MU Origin’s latest update promises fresh summer fun
MU Origin’s new update is offering up new opportunities to test your warrior’s prowess. Fun new all-server challenges, some new base-building mechanics, and summer-themed costumes have all been added to the mix. Here’s what you can expect from the latest patch. Players just getting started with MU Origin will be pleased to know that the New Warrior Event has been designed with them in mind. When you create a character, you’ll automatically join this 7-day event. During your first week in game, you’ll receive Login Rewards, Recharge Rewards, and access to 7-Day Goals and 7-Day Limited Sales that will help you succeed. If you have more experience, though, ther…
Celebrate Father’s Day with Creature Quest this weekend
Creature Quest is pulling out all the stops for Father’s Day. The game’s decked out in a fatherly new theme, but there’ll be ample opportunity this month to collect rare creatures with two new celebratory events. Appeasing Poppa, the new event quest, runs through June 27. The Astral Watcher has landed in town, and he’s not messing around. He needs a rare gift or he’ll make good on his threat to destroy the entire city. It’s up to brave adventurers like yourself to head out and find a suitable present to give to the Watcher. In doing so, you might capture a rare Draconic Gallant or a Clockwork. If it’s even more rare creatures you seek, you’…
Newly launched MMORPG Art of Conquest is currently featured on the App Store and Google Play
Lilith Games brings something new to the strategy table, with a unique hybrid of PVP combat, MMO adventure, and RTS elements all wrapped up in their latest release Art of Conquest. After its launch early last week, the game has succeeded in capturing the attention of Google and Apple after finding itself featured on the app stores across 140 countries, just days after its release. Art of Conquest challenges you to broaden your domain by conquering enemy lands in an effort to build up your own kingdom and establish yourself as the the most dominant empire in Nore; the whimsical fantasy world in which the game is set. AoC brings new attributes to the RTS table, including an exceptional worl…
4 more reasons to indulge in Shadowblood’s Dark Fantasy RPG experience
If the sheer technical prowess of UTPlus Interactive’s mobile action RPG wasn’t enough to draw you into the world of Narr the first time around, those that like a little more depth with regards to their hacking, slashing, and near-endless looting can rest comfortably knowing that Shadowblood isn’t just a pretty face. Renowned amongst fans for its unique approach to control optimisation, the game lets you traverse lands and destroy dragons in a totally tailorable manner unseen in most ARPGs. But this only scratches the surface of the Shadowblood experience. So, to make things slightly clearer, we’ve highlighted some other reasons why players might be interested in a…
Win a new Honor 8 Pro smartphone in Pocket Gamer’s biggest competition yet
What do you look for most from a gaming phone? High performance API, State of the visuals, or simply a battery life that will keep you tapping and swiping away for hours on end? Well now’s your chance to receive all of that and more... Tell us what you think makes a perfect gaming phone and you could win one of the five new Honor 8 Pro smartphones being given away in Pocket Gamer’s latest competition. The elegant Honor 8 Pro is the improved iteration of the original Honor 8 device, which has enhanced all the best qualities of its predecessor and has brought more to the table, including a Quad HD display, a sleek modern design which features two fantastic 12-megapixel cameras.…
GameSpire’s Dead Plague released on Android and iOS
Chinese developer GameSpire has released a new zombie action game on to the mobile market, hoping it’ll spread like the plague. Dead Plague takes place in the sun-bleached tropics, where the mysterious Research Centre (think Umbrella Corps) has released an un-deadly virus. Now, all the sandcastles have been squashed, the beach is all bloody and the locals aren’t so friendly. In steps BIOTECH to send you off on a risky retrieval mission – you’ve got to grab some samples of zombie DNA for the BIOTECH boffins to analyse. But they’re not just going to hand it over, are they? That’s the premise Dead Plague’s single-player campaign revolves around. You…
Conquer fantasy kingdoms in Art of Conquest
Art of Conquest could very well be the mobile game fantasy and strategy fans have been waiting for. A real-time strategy game set in a beautiful fantasy world, Art of Conquest combines the best of MMORPGs, RTS, and base-building games to create something truly special. Art of Conquest sees players choosing from five races and joining one of six warring kingdoms before setting out to pave their own path. You’ll start with your own castle from which you can manage dozens of troops and heroes, build war machines, and maintain your defences. The real fun, though, lies in the art of exploration. Set out from your fledgling palace to see what the fantastical world of Nore has to offer. Y…
Five things you should know about the Honor 8 Pro
Honor released the Honor 8 Pro in April, and – with a longer battery life, speedier processing and VR capabilities – it’s a technological advancement over its predecessor. Here are five things you should know about the Honor 8 Pro. 1 – Did you know the Honor 8 Pro promises next-level gaming?For a quality gaming experience, you want a phone that runs smoothly and looks great. Thankfully, the Honor 8 Pro delivers on both counts. It boasts a quad HD display and a dynamic colour range that’ll highlight the best graphics in mobile gaming. Using the Vulkan API with a powerful Kirin 960 chipset and 6GB of RAM, it also runs like a pocket Ferrari. So that’s a tick…
4 perfect games to try on the Honor 8 Pro
The Honor 8 Pro is Honor’s latest phone, and it’s a real powerhouse. The device is packed with high-end features including a 5.7 inch Quad HD display and eight-core Kirin 960 processor. All of these impressive specs make the Honor 8 Pro the perfect phone for some serious, dedicated mobile gaming. Here are four games that will help you make the most of it. 1. Perfect for clicking - SPACEPLAN If you’re a fan of clicker games, you’ll need a phone with a responsive screen. The Honor 8 Pro is more than capable of handling tap-intensive clicker games with its 5.7 inch screen and fast response times. Devolver Digital’s SPACEPLAN is a clicker game that will put th…
Best Mobile Games of 2017
The App Store and Google Play may have millions of choices, but you don’t want to miss the best mobile games of 2017. From GTA mobile to the latest Super Mario game, here are the games which made the ranks this year. Grand Theft Auto San Andreas Grand Theft Auto finally introduced their mobile gaming app, with the mobile version following Carl Johnson, a former gangster who escaped a life of crime in San Andreas. The game takes place in the early 90s when Carl has to suddenly return home to save his family and take back control of the streets. GTA mobile has an astounding 70 hours of gameplay that covers a vast open-world of three cities. Live Blackjack The online gambling industry…
Creature Quest gives players a Mother’s Day bonus this May
Players of Creature Quest will know last month was an Easter eggstravaganza, with seasonal giveaways and neat new features too. May promises more treats courtesy of VC Mobile, this time in celebration of mothers everywhere. Hooray for mums! The loading and home screens have been redecorated with flowers and gifts, and from May 11-18 simply checking in will stock your inventory with loot. Check-in rewards include energy, battle coins, tokens, tickets and essence. There’s a new time-limited quest called Mommy Meowgic as well. Journey to the desert and barter with the Sphinx, a new Legendary creature, and you’ll have the chance to capture Rare, Epic and Legendary beasts, including…
