Category: Pocket Gamers

It’s a Friday, and for many of us, that means that it’s the end of a week and a time to party! But, for the folks at UK-based charity Special Effects, today is One Special Day, quite literally. And that’s because many participating games are pitching in to help disabled gamers.

Today is dedicated to mobile! And players who make purchases in a variety of games, including Angry Birds 2, Boom Beach, Score Hero, Merge Mansion and more will have their money contribute towards raising funds for Special Effects and their work in helping players. … [MORE]

As you might already know, Marvel Contest of Champions is currently celebrating its tenth anniversary with a series of big events and updates. Today, Kabam has announced even more things to excite fans of their long-time fighter, including a Halloween event, reworks and the promise of 60 FPS for all players.

That’s a lot to get through, so let’s jump right into it. First of all, as part of the Glorious Guardians Reworks, Medusa and Purgatory are receiving surprise tweaks to bring them in line with how the game has progressed since they were added to the roster a few years ago. The pair will arrive with their new tools on October 7th. … [MORE]

Niantic wants you to get out and walk. Big surprise there, right? Well, it’s not just because it’s the major selling point of their games either. As part of National Walking Day in the US, Niantic has unveiled stats about how their flagship game helped players get out and into the fresh air!

The developer unveiled new stats for Pokémon Go, which reveals some interesting facts. Apparently, 65% of players say the game helped them exercise more, 57% state it had improved their physical fitness and a whopping 75% have said it helped them create friendships and social connections. … [MORE]

Genshin Impact’s v5.0 update brought about major changes as it introduced Natlan, the sixth nation of Teyvat to the wildly popular JRPG. The story continues as you explore this new region with version 5.1, titled The Rainbow Destined to Burn. You will be accompanied by Xilonen on your journey forward. You can also head back to Sumeru to celebrate the Sabzeruz Festival and enjoy some goodies.

You must have learnt form last update’s Archon Quest that Natlan is in immense danger because of the Abyss. You will have to join forces with other powerful individuals such as the forge master Xilonen and a member of the Masters of the Night-Wand, Citali. Work together and defeat Ororon to save Natlan and be rewarded with up to 900 Primogems. … [MORE]

XD Games has unveiled some details for Torchlight: Infinite’s sixth season. It’s called The Frozen Canvas and will begin on October 25th. From that name, you already know to expect snow-covered areas and the temperature dipping below what’s comfortable for most people. Not me, though. I’m always hoping for a year-round chill. It makes being inside much cosier.

Anyway, that’s enough of me complaining about temperatures above 7 degrees Celsius. We’re here to discuss Torchlight: Infinite. According to XD, Season Six will introduce an entirely new way to play, asking players to put down their weapons and pick up a paintbrush instead. That’s all they’ve said about that for now, but it certainly has me intrigued. … [MORE]