READ: 5 Amazing Console-Quality RPGs for Android!

As such, the remastered version of Monster Hunter Stories will arrive on June 14th, and will be available as a digital purchase, although players can opt for a physical copy. The game will also be available as part of the “Monster Hunter Stories Collection,” which will also feature Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin.

Aside from the Nintendo Switch, the game will be available on Steam and PlayStation as well (sorry, Microsoft).

A spin-off title of the main Monster Hunter series, MH Stories features a different take on Capcom’s MH universe, and incorporates turn-based combat as well as monster collecting in addition to a new story-driven solo campaign. The game was first released on the Nintendo 3DS back in 2016, and later on mobile devices in 2017.

Source: Capcom

The post Monster Hunter Makes the Jump from Mobile to Switch this June appeared first on Phandroid.

One of those changes will be to Google Play Pass. For those unfamiliar, Play Pass is a subscription service that allows users to access a ton of games without ads or in-app purchases. If you hate pay-to-win kind of games, Play Pass is something you should check out.

To make Play Pass even more tempting, Google has announced that subscribers in select markets will receive in-game items for free for select titles, as well as receive discounts on other mobile games they might want to purchase.

Google is also making it easier for users to discover ongoing promotions. There will be YouTube videos in the Games tab in the Play Store where you’ll see videos for the latest and popular games so you’ll always be up to date on what’s hot. There are also changes being made to how users can sign into their games and save their progress.

The onus will be on developers to implement these alternative sign-in options, but if they do, users will have more choices when it comes to their preferred sign-in method. It will also save your progress and achievements so you can pick up where you left off no matter which device you’re signed in from.

Last but not least, it seems that Google is also turning their attention to PC games. Google Play Games will now support native PC games. This means that if you’re on your PC, you’ll be able to discover games that are created specifically for PCs.

The post Google shows they’re taking mobile gaming serious with these Google Play updates appeared first on Phandroid.

The GameSir x2s comes with support for a ton for different functions including Apple MFi, Android games, Cloud gaming services, emulators, XboxGame PASS, remote play functionality, making it a versatile piece of kit for different situations. As for hardware, the controller comes with hall effect triggers for smoother handling, in addition to the microswitch design in the LB and RB buttons for a more mechanical feel.

The controller also features added personalization, as players can use the GameSir App to adjust sticks and triggers dead zones, change A/B, X/Y layout, and toggle between analog or hair trigger mode. You can check out the controller using the link below.

GameSir X2S Type-C Mobile Gaming Controller for Android and iPhone 15...

• Wide Compatibility - New upgraded version in 2024 ! Gamesir X2s Type-C is designed to work seamlessly with iPhone 15 series,...
• Multiple game options - GameSir x2s Phone Controller supports Apple MFi, Android games, Cloud gaming, game emulators,...

$45.99

See on Amazon

Note: this article may contain affiliate links that help support our authors and keep the Phandroid servers running.

The post Gamesir’s New Controller Packs USB-C Support and Costs Less than 50 Bucks appeared first on Phandroid.

“Dear Friends and supporters, after seven incredible years of development and adventures with my apps, I have made the difficult decision to remove them permanently from the Play Store. My family comes first, and for this reason, I have chosen to prioritise my family over the development of my apps. I want to thank each and every one of you for your incredible support over the years. Your words of encouragement, feedback, and constant support have been a source of inspiration for me and my work. Thank you again for everything. You have been fantastic. With gratitude, Davide.”

READ: Android DS Emulator “DraStic” is now Free to Download

Berra cites that his family now comes as his main focus, resulting in the removal of his emulation apps on Google Play. Given how ruthless Nintendo is when it comes to emulation, we can’t say we blame him; just days ago, DraStic emulator developer Exophase announced that he will soon be removing his app from Google Play as well.

Source: Nintendolife

The post Nintendo Emulator “Pizza Boy” no Longer Available on Google Play appeared first on Phandroid.

READ: Backbone unveils its officially licensed PlayStation mobile gaming controller

The new version of the controller will be available on March 13, 2024 through Best Buy Drops in the Best Buy Mobile App. The Prestige Edition comes with additional double XP and special packaging, and subscribers can also take advantage of exclusive member perks including double XP and exclusive in-game items such as a Calling Card, Emblem, and Weapon Charm to customize their loadout.

Backbone players will also have additional opportunities to level up their weapons and XP with shared progression across Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and Call of Duty: Warzone, in addition to exclusive in-game items. Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile will launch on March 21 for Android and iOS devices.

The post Backbone Teams Up with COD Warzone Mobile for the ultimate smartphone gamepad appeared first on Phandroid.

Ubisoft+ Classics will be available in addition to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium memberships, giving players access to more than 50 games from Ubisoft’s library – these include multiple AAA titles such as Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Rainbow Six Siege, Rayman Origins, as well as fan-favourite hits like Child of Light, and more.

With that in mind, Ubisoft notes that a standalone subscription to Ubisoft+ Classics will cost players $7.99 per month, and will be available for PlayStation as well as on PC. For $17.99 per month however, players can avail a Ubisoft+ Premium subscription, which includes premium editions of all games in Ubisoft+ Classics, as well as day-one and early access to new releases, monthly rewards, and more on Xbox, Amazon Luna, and PC.

You can check out the full list of included games here.

Source: Ubisoft

The post You can Now Purchase Ubisoft+ Classics on your PlayStation appeared first on Phandroid.

Touted by developer YJM Games as a “Soulslike RPG,” Kingdom: The Blood packs a lot of hack and slash action as you strike down zombie opponents all throughout the game, which is set within the Kingdom universe, which itself is set in Korea’s Joseon era. The game also features PvP elements, in addition to cooperative multiplayer.

In addition to action-packed gameplay, the game does feature good-looking visuals, and comes with an 800MB download for Android devices. You can check it out using this link.

The post Kingdom: The Blood Finally Launches for Mobile Devices appeared first on Phandroid.

In an official Discord post, app developer Exophase clarifies that DraStic will soon be taken down as well, and that the decision had been long coming. As per his post:

“I just changed the app on GPlay to free. I don’t intend to even have it on there for that much longer but I want to make it clear that I don’t have any kind of financial incentive to not opening the source. Releasing the source in short order is something I fully intend on doing.”

“This change can’t be undone, so that’s it. I was already planning on this a while ago so it’s not simply due to the Nintendo stuff, that just made the whole process more urgent which I guess is a good thing because I’m terrible at doing things.”

As mentioned, Nintendo’s legal actions against Yuzu devs Tropic Haze played a part in the current state of things for DraStic, although Exophase states that he will release the source code for the emulator some time in the future.

Source: gbatemp.net

The post Android DS Emulator “DraStic” is now Free to Download appeared first on Phandroid.

Now, if you love the Nintendo Switch but don’t want to bring it with you all the time, you might be interested to learn that there is a new Switch emulator available for Android called Yuzu. Yuzu is not the first Switch emulator to launch on Android. Prior to this, there was another emulator called Skyline Emulator that was in development, but it was ultimately cancelled as the developers expressed their concern over potential legal risks.

For now, Yuzu appears to be forging ahead with their plans, but it should be noted that the emulator is currently in early access release, which means that there might be bugs and issues that haven’t been sorted out yet. Also, there might be some compatibility issues although the developers claim that users will need to own a device with at least a Snapdragon 865 or newer and a minimum of 8GB of RAM.

Also, there might be glitches with the graphics for some games, as XDA noted when they tested Animal Crossing New Horizons. Either way, if you’re looking for a way to play Switch games on your Android phone, Yuzu could be an emulator worth checking out.

The post Android users have a new Nintendo Switch emulator to play with appeared first on Phandroid.

This isn’t the only term that Nintendo wants fulfilled, however – the Japanese gaming giant also wants to prevent Tropic Haze from promoting Yuzu (and its corresponding source codes) moving forward, as well as preventing Tropic Haze personnel from working on any projects with the intent of bypassing Nintendo’s technical protection on its products.

Additionally, Tropic Haze is demanded to hand over its website domain as well as other Yuzu-related information to Nintendo.

READ: Nintendo’s Legal Team Goes After Yuzu Emulator, Files Lawsuit

While emulation apps in themselves aren’t illegal per se, Nintendo stated that most ROM download sites point people towards emulators like Yuzu in order to play their downloaded game copies. The company further alleged that Yuzu allowed people to play the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom half a month before the game’s actual release date, in effect impacting the overall sales of the game.

Source: IGN

The post Nintendo and Yuzu Emulator Devs Reach Settlement appeared first on Phandroid.

Scheduled for March 6, the Partner Preview will give Xbox fans updates about upcoming games to both Xbox and Windows. As per Microsoft’s announcement:

Today, we’re thrilled to announce the next Xbox Partner Preview, this time featuring a mix of new and upcoming games for you from publishers like Capcom, Nexon, EA, and others with more than a dozen new trailers over the course of a 30-minute broadcast.

During Xbox Partner Preview, you can learn more about combat and traversal in Tales of Kenzera: Zau, with a video narrated by Abubakar Salim himself, see new gameplay from Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, get a closer look at The First Berserker: Khazan, and other great titles coming to Xbox, Windows, or Game Pass.

For those looking forward to tune in, the event will broadcast at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT via the official Xbox channels on YouTube and Twitch. 

Source: Xbox

The post Microsoft Announces Upcoming Xbox Partner Preview appeared first on Phandroid.

“… we are streamlining our company operations to deliver deeper, more connected experiences for fans everywhere that build community, shape culture, and grow fandom.”

“In this time of change, we expect these decisions to impact approximately 5 percent of our workforce. I understand this will create uncertainty and be challenging for many who have worked with such dedication and passion and have made important contributions to our company. While not every team will be impacted, this is the hardest part of these changes, and we have deeply considered every option to try and limit impacts to our teams.”

READ: Sony to Slash 900 Jobs Across PlayStation Division

This reduction of personnel follows that of Sony’s, which was announced just recently – the Japanese entertainment giant has moved forward with its plan to lay off around 900 people, which comprises around 8% of its workforce – in addition, Sony’s entire PlayStation London studio will be shut down as well.

Source: Electronic Arts

The post EA Announces Layoffs, Will Cut Around 670 Jobs appeared first on Phandroid.

The lawsuit was filed against Tropic Haze (the group that’s responsible for Yuzu), which is headed by a person known as “Bunnei” who is believed to be in charge of development of the emulator. The contents of the lawsuit have been posted online, and can be viewed here.

That being said, Nintendo is pushing for the court to shutdown the emulator, and to sue for damages. While emulation apps in themselves aren’t illegal per se, Nintendo says that most ROM download sites point people toward Yuzu in order to play their software copies. Part of Nintendo’s lawsuit reads:

“With Yuzu in hand, nothing stops a user from obtaining and playing unlawfulcopies of virtually any game made for the Nintendo Switch, all without paying a dime to Nintendo or to any of the hundreds of other game developers and publishers making and sellinggames for the Nintendo Switch. In effect, Yuzu turns general computing devices into tools formassive intellectual property infringement of Nintendo and others’ copyrighted works”

Nintendo also alleges that the availability of Yuzu allowed people to play the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom in advance, nearly half a month before the game’s actual release date, in effect impacting the overall sales of the game.

Source: Polygon

The post Nintendo’s Legal Team Goes After Yuzu Emulator, Files Lawsuit appeared first on Phandroid.

The company promises a drift-free experience with the Nitro Deck+, in addition to a wide range of features built into the controller. These include enhanced ergonomics with an adjustment to the right thumbstick placement, direct connection to a TV with no need for an external dock, two new ‘Sidekick’ buttons for more customization options, as well as a new easy eject system allows for simple removal of the Switch console from the Nitro Deck+.

Additionally, the newer version comes with an upgraded and adjustable rumble system, alongside support for Bluetooth connecitivity, allowing players to link their controller to the CRKD App for firmware updates. The Nitro Deck + can connect via the default USB-C wired connection or via Bluetooth when the switch is inserted into the deck.

With all that said, the Nitro Deck+ is now available for pre-order, and will be available in Clear Black and Clear White. Both variants retail for: $69.99, with early pre-orders expected to begin shipping from late April 2024.

The post The NITRO DECK+ is Here, and it Packs Some Nice Upgrades appeared first on Phandroid.

READ: Looks Like We’re Getting a New Mobile Pokemon TCG Game Soon

Dubbed “Pokémon Horizons: The Series Celebration Event,” the in-game special will feature the debut of Charcadet, Armarouge and Ceruledge, in addition to a costumed Pokemon appearance. The event is scheduled to go live on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. up until Monday, March 11, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. local time. As per the game’s official update page:

“In celebration of the release of the new Pokémon animated series Pokémon Horizons: The Series in various countries and regions, Pikachu wearing Cap’s hat is coming to Pokémon GO!* Pokémon and human characters from the animated series will also appear in Pokémon GO.”

Additionally, the Ultra Legend Box will be available on the web store for $14.99. This bundle features three Remote Raid Passes, ten Premium Battle Passes, and ten Incubators. Players can check out more details on the game’s official website (linked below).

Source: Pokemon GO Live

The post Pokemon GO Event Announced Alongside New Anime Debut appeared first on Phandroid.