Here every Friday you’ll find big games gone global, fresh soft launches, the latest release dates and everything in between.
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Royal Kingdom (Dream Games)
Royal Kingdom, Dream Games’ follow-up to monster match 3 puzzler Royal Match, is live now worldwide on iOS and Android. There are more in-depth thoughts on how it’ll fare in the market alongside Royal Match here.
Final Fantasy XIV Mobile (Square Enix)
Tencent’s Lightspeed Studios is adapting Final Fantasy 14 for mobile. The PUBG Mobile co-developer is aiming to faithfully recreate the story, combat mechanics, casual activities and social experiences featured in the console and PC MMORPG with this sister title, which is licensed and supervised by IP holder Square Enix. It will soon be available through multiple Chinese play tests, followed by a global launch shortly after.
Grandma’s Solitaire Secrets (Metacore)
This solitaire game from the Merge Mansion maker has soft launched on Google Play in Canada and Australia, according to Appmagic.
Warframe (Digital Extremes)
Following its iOS release in February, pre-registration for the Android version of Warframe is now available. While a Google Play release date hasn’t been confirmed, developer Nitro Games previously said it was targeting a 2024 launch for the third-person action shooter.
Squid Game Unleashed (Netflix)
Inspired by the streaming giant’s most popular series ever, this multiplayer battle royale game will be available exclusively in the Netflix app on December 17.
Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link (Square Enix)
The first “location-based action RPG” in the Kingdom Hearts series has been delayed indefinitely. Having had several closed beta tests since its announcement in 2022, it was previously scheduled to hit iOS and Android this year.
Sid Meier’s Civilization VI: Platinum Edition (2K)
The most recent and best-selling entry in the celebrated turn-based strategy series will be available to Netflix subscribers on December 5. This exclusive version of the game includes all previously released content updates, plus its two expansions, Rise and Fall and Gathering Storm.
More new games out now on Netflix
November’s new games for Netflix subscribers include crime sequel The Rise of the Golden Idol, puzzle game Ted Tumblewords, and Netflix Stories: A Virgin River Christmas, all of which are available now.
Marvel Mystic Mayhem (NetEase)
The team-based tactical RPG has launched its first closed alpha test. Running until November 25 on iOS and Android, it’s available to players who have pre-registered in Canada, the UK and Australia.
MythWalker (NantGames)
Blending fantasy RPG gameplay with geolocation technology, the debut mobile title from NantGames will hit the App Store and Google Play on November 21.
Vinland Tales (Colossi Games)
This is a survival action RPG set in the Viking age. It’s available now on the App Store and Google Play.
Yolk Heroes: A Long Tamago (14 Hours)
Part pet simulator and part RPG adventure, this idle game debuted on Steam in May. Pre-registration is now open ahead of its iOS and Android release on November 28.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Match Queen (East Side Games)
Announced during East Side’s quarterly financials, this match 3 fashion game is slated for a full release in 2025. It’s soft launched on iOS and Android in Australia, Denmark, Finland, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden and the Philippines, according to Appmagic.
Loot Heroes: Fantasy RPG Games (BoomBit Games)
Developed by Madcore Games, this co-op RPG adventure is available now for iOS and Android.
