Word about a Destiny 2 mobile game has been spreading for a while now, and the rumours are now reality. Bungie’s popular shooter series is making its way to Android and iOS platforms soon, with an alpha test slated for 1 November.

Titled Destiny: Rising, the upcoming title is touted as an “epic” free-to-play shooter set in “an alternate Destiny timeline” during the post-Collapse era. It will explore game lore before the existence of the Tower and the emergence of Guardians while retaining certain elements from the franchise, including familiar PvE and PvP modes and hero characters.

China-based NetEase Games is developing the project and has been granted creative freedom to craft its own storyline and vision. The developer preview video dives into more details, but fans can expect to pick from a fixed roster instead of creating their own Guardian based on Hunter, Warlock, or Titan classes.

Additionally, Destiny: Rising is set to feature single, co-op, and competitive multiplayer modes, with each character having unique abilities and stories. Enemies like the Hive, Fallen, and Vex are expected to return, joining the usual Ghosts, Lightbearers, Iron Lords, and Warlords found in the Destiny universe.

There will also be controller support, alongside an option to switch between first-person and third-person view. Powerful weapons can be equipped to fight against darkness enemies in new locations like Jiangshi and the Red Sea Rift, with a new Mythic weapon rarity class unlocking access to a new weapon type.

While details on the monetisation system are sparse, the FAQ page writes that “a good part of the main campaign” and “at least one map for all game modes” will be available in the alpha test. No firm release date has been set for Destiny: Rising, but it’s coming first to the U.S. and Canada as a closed alpha test on 1 November. Registration is now open at NetEase’s website.

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The Redmagic series of gaming phones has always delivered the magic touch, breezing through various titles with great ease. Having a compact form factor certainly helps its case, allowing for on-the-go enjoyment at all times.

But sometimes, bigger is better. The bonus screen real estate offers more immersion, making both work and play a pleasant affair — from multitasking and watching the latest shows to defeating hordes of enemies in gaming titles. Building on its strong framework, the Redmagic Nova combines a handset’s portability and the oomph of a laptop into a 530-gram body, establishing itself as a lightweight powerhouse.

The tablet packs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version processor, essentially an overclocked edition of the regular chip that promises enhanced performance. It will also be the first of its kind to boast an internal fan and 3D heat pipe for improved heat dissipation, proving effective at beating the heat under heavy loads.

As for display tech, the Redmagic Nova features a 10.9-inch panel with a 2,880 x 1,800 resolution, a 16:10 aspect ratio, and a 144Hz refresh rate. The visual experience, powered by brawny hardware, yielded exceptional results in Zenless Zone Zero, Genshin Impact, Call of Duty: Warzone, and PUBG Mobile, clocking little to no frame rate dips across all four titles, as well as a crisp, smooth and satisfying experience.

Check out how well the device plays in our gaming test video above, which includes starting temperatures, performance indicators, and thermal management findings. The Redmagic Nova starts from S$779 and comes in two configurations — 12GB ROM + 256GB RAM and 16GB ROM + 512GB RAM.

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Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.

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It’s par for the course that a dedicated gaming phone blows performance out of the water, but Apple proves that a regular handset can do the same. While its recent releases have proven highly adept at handling GPU-intensive demands, the upgraded iPhone 16 promises to sharpen the edge in more ways than one.

The latest-gen successor is powered by the all-new A18 chip, touting 30 percent faster CPU performance than its predecessor and a 40 percent increase in GPU processing. It also runs hardware-accelerated ray tracing, delivering improved gaming prowess and five times faster frame rates – an expectation that carries over to real-world testing.

Indeed, putting the iPhone 16 through its paces yielded impressive results in Zenless Zone Zero, Genshin Impact, Call of Duty: Warzone, and PUBG Mobile. There were little to no frame rate drops across all four titles, with the device clocking consistent, smooth, and crisp performance. More notably, its cooling capabilities are something to write home about, keeping temperatures lower than expected even under crunch.

Alongside its 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display and a 60Hz refresh rate, Apple’s 16th-generation member comes highly recommended for gaming on the go. Check out how well it plays in the above video, which includes starting temperatures, performance indicators, and thermal management findings.

The iPhone 16 starts from S$1,299 for 128GB of storage and tops out at S$1,749 with a 512GB outfit. It will be available in ultramarine, teal, pink, white, and black in Singapore.

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Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.

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There’s a lot going for the latest generation of Apple phones, from an A18 chip upgrade to new physical features like the Camera Control button. But the iPhone 16 Pro Max takes things up by a few notches, going full throttle with a more powerful A18 Pro processor, the biggest-ever display, enhanced camera performance, and more.

As expected, the Pro nomenclature leaves its mark on the device in various ways. The Super Retina XDR OLED display measures 6.9 inches, pairing a 2,868 x 1,320-pixel resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate. Meanwhile, the souped-up chip doubles the speed of ray tracing and delivers 15 percent faster CPU performance than its predecessor, translating into exceptional results when spurred into action.

In fact, the iPhone 16 Pro Max quickly establishes itself as one of the best non-gaming-centric presence on the market. The top-of-the-line offering breezed through the likes of Zenless Zone Zero, Genshin Impact, Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile, PUBG Mobile, and Resident Evil Village, sporting smooth, snappy performance, impressive battery efficiency, and thermal management capabilities that put the competition to great shame.

Check out its prowess in the above video, which spans starting temperatures, benchmarking tests, and a cooling component. The handset will be available in black titanium, natural titanium, white titanium, and desert titanium, alongside the 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage configurations. Local prices range from S$1,899 to S$2,499, hitting a lower cap than the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Si Jia

Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.

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10 years after its untimely demise, mobile game phenomenon Flappy Bird is set to come back bigger and better than ever.

In 2014, just one year after the game took the world by storm, developer Dong Nguyen pulled the game from stores, much to the dismay of fans worldwide. According to Nguyen, “Flappy Bird (is) a success of mine. But it also ruins my simple life. So now I hate it.” The game’s removal was tumultuous, with Nguyen even receiving death threats on X/Twitter by disgruntled fans.

Now, thanks to the team from The Flappy Bird Foundation, a self-described “new team of passionate fans committed to sharing the game with the world”, a new upgraded version of Flappy Bird is set to launch by the end of October 2024 for web browsers, with iOS and Android versions soon to follow in 2025.

The updated release will include “new game modes, characters, progression, and massive multiplayer challenges.” According to the game’s website, these include an easy mode, a basketball-styled hoops mode, and Flappy Bird Rivals, a mode which pits 99 players against one another.

Not every new addition seems to be for the better, as eagle-eyed viewers of the official trailer have spotted something all too familiar in today’s mobile gaming landscape — an interface showing the player’s diamond count, indicating the likely presence of microtransactions. This is in stark contrast to the original game, which was entirely supported by ads.

The Flappy Bird Foundation has reportedly acquired the official Flappy Bird trademark from Gametech Holdings LLC, alongside rights for the original character from Piou Piou vs. Cactus, a mobile game that supposedly inspired Flappy Bird. Kek, the developer of Piou Piou, will also be involved in this new project.

According to Michael Roberts, “chief creative” behind the game’s return, the team is “beyond excited to be bringing back Flappy Bird and delivering a fresh experience that will keep players engaged for years to come. (The team) has big plans for our little Bird!”

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The recent years have seen various industry-wide trends within the tech scene, including different sizes for a smartphone lineup. As a whole, three options will be available for the buying crowd — the standard model and a less powerful or higher-end sibling.

UK-based company Nothing, which impressed many with its sleek, glyph aesthetics upon debut, is wading into these waters for the first time. The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus promises more horsepower than the base iteration, proving that it isn’t all style and no substance.

Like before, the handset measures 161.7 x 76.3 x 8.5 mm and features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display boasting a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and a resolution of 2,412 x 1,080 pixels. The hardware has been upgraded, however, running a MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro 5G chip (versus MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro) and a Mali-G610 GPU outfit.

Coupled with an advanced cooling system, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus is certainly well-equipped to tackle highly demanding tasks for both work and play. Pitting it against Zenless Zone Zero, Genshin Impact, Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile, and PUBG Mobile yielded a predictably impressive result, especially in terms of thermal management. The icing on the cake? It only demands an asking price of S$569 — a tempting and budget-friendly alternative for those with lean wallets.

Check how the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus performs in the above video, which covers starting temperatures, performance indicators, and cooling capabilities. 

Si Jia

Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.

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Foldable devices may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but there’s no denying its advantageous edge when it comes to both work and play. Striking a balance between the portable form of traditional smartphones and the increased screen estate of a tablet, these hybrid offerings deliver versatility in spades for those who can harness their full potential. 

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is the latest to join the, well, fold, which has steadily grown from a sparse selection to an array in recent years. Like the Pixel 9 flagship series, the Google Tensor G4 processor serves as its main driver here, packing extra oomph for day-to-day performance. 

The 6.3-inch Actua OLED external display is more than enough for typical use case scenarios in clamshell form, offering a 1,080 x 2,424 resolution and a variable refresh rate of 60 to 120 Hz. But more viewing glory awaits when the device is fully unfolded, revealing an 8-inch Super Actua Flex OLED Display, a 2,076 x 2,152 resolution, and a 120Hz refresh rate. 

With the hardware upgrade and visual prowess, Google’s latest is well-equipped to handle everything that stands in its way, from everyday productivity to mobile gaming – on paper, at least. To see how well it takes to the real world, the device was put through its paces with four different titles: Zenless Zone Zero, Genshin Impact, Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile, and PUBG Mobile. 

Check out how it runs in the video above, covering starting temperatures, performance indicators, and cooling capabilities. The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold starts from S$2,399, and will only be available in Obsidian in Singapore. 

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Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.

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The roster of Street Fighter: Duel, which brings Capcom’s popular brawler franchise to Android and iOS devices, is set to welcome a new challenger. From 27 August to 9 September, Street Fighter 6 protagonist Luke Sullivan will be available as part of an upcoming collaboration event between both games, titled “Security Training”.

Trained in the Special Forces, he now works as a PMC contractor and teaches mixed martial arts to beginners. In Street Fighter: Duel, Luke is a Balanced fighter who hails from the Master faction, with Power as his fighting style. Players will have to build the right lineup in the face of changing battles, and unleash his Ultimate, Vulcan Blast, to claim a beautiful victory. 

Going into the “Security Training event”, the brawler can greatly buff the whole team. Take part in the special events to win Flaming Gloves and exchange for all kinds of items and resources in the “Coaching Supplies” section, with the Boss Challenge following in the order of Combat Guile, Decapre, Mech Seth, and Feilong. Those who deal enough damage to meet the requirement are able to claim achievement rewards. 

Other game modes like Martial Training, Professional Coaching, Battlelust Manuals, Coaching Gift, and Limited-Time Wishes will also be available during the Street Fighter: Duel X Street Fighter 6 collaboration. The special event kicks off on 27 August, promising a fun time with Luke. 

You can download Street Fighter: Duel now. For more information, visit the official website or follow Street Fighter: Duel on Facebook.

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After seven years of cosy fun and wholesome socialising, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is nearing the end of the road. The app will end service on 28 November (or 29 November, depending on region), with Nintendo currently working on a new paid version that allows players to carry over their save data.

The latter is designed to replace the current game, launching during the same period as the termination. Ahead of the service-end date, players will no longer be able to purchase microtransactions, and monthly subscription services are set to cease.

It should be noted that while save data transfer is possible with the new paid app, Leaf Tickets won’t be carried over. The basic gameplay and controls of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp remain unchanged, but in-app purchases, subscriptions, and the requirement for constant internet connection will no longer be available. More details about the transition period can be found on the Q&A page, including a data transfer guide for both Android and iOS devices.

Unlike other industry giants like Activision and Take-Two, mobile games only made up a small fraction of Nintendo’s earnings. This latest termination reinforces the company’s reduced focus on the market, leaving only three apps in operation: Super Mario Run, Fire Emblem Heroes, and Pikmin Bloom.

According to Appmagic data (via Mobilegamer.biz), Fire Emblem Heroes is Nintendo’s most successful mobile outing to date, with over a US$810 million haul as of last year that accounts for more than half of its US$1.5 billion total.

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Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.

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The big G has gone even bigger with the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, marking the first time that a second upsized offering is available in the lineup. Announced earlier this month, the device joins its other two siblings in getting the Tensor G4 chip upgrade, designed to boost performance of everyday use cases like opening apps or web browsing.

The proprietary hardware is paired with a 6.8-inch OLED display with a 1,344 x 2,992 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, promising smooth, sharp visuals and increased screen real estate for both work and play. In the latter case, taking it out for a spin with Zenless Zone Zero, Honkai: Star Rail, Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile, and PUBG Mobile yielded an enjoyable experience — so long as the graphical settings are dialed back.

Indeed, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL doesn’t exactly offer best-in-class performance when gaming at the highest settings. However, battery efficiency certainly surpasses expectations, packing enough oomph to power through extended sessions across all four titles. Thermal management is also a cut above average, as noted in our gaming test.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is available on-shelf and on the official website starting 22 August, with pre-orders now open. It starts from S$1,739 for 16GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, and will come in four colours: Obsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, and Rose Quartz. Those seeking a smaller phone or more wallet-friendly option can turn to the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro, priced from S$1,199 and S$1,459 respectively. While the base model is also due out on 22 August, the latter is only releasing in September.

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Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.

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Anime titles are a dime a dozen, and a new competitor is stepping into the field as Strinova, the free-to-play 5v5 anime-style shooter from developer iDreamSky, will open time-limited testing in Europe, Southeast Asia, South America, and South Korea from 21 to 25 August.

While not officially launched overseas, the game has already attracted widespread attention in the global esports community, making its debut at Esports World Cup this year alongside well-known heavyweights like Apex Legends, Overwatch 2, PUBG, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, and more. The game touts the core characteristic of free switching between 2D and 3D forms, as well as familiar mechanics involving dodging bullets and traversing narrow spaces.

Each character in Strinova is bound to a primary weapon, an active skill, a passive skill, and an ultimate skill, with the choice of a secondary weapon that includes grenades, long swords, flamethrowers, and more. Players can accumulate resources, unlock attribute enhancements, and even change the effects of the ultimate skill during battles, which has made the game a lot more strategically attractive and playable.

Coupled with the “Stringify” feature, which changes a character’s attack surface and movement pattern, the tactical shooter looks to spice up close combat and adds more depth to the traditional shooting and navigation experience. The longer time-to-kill (TTK), referring to the time it takes for a player to eliminate an opponent in a game, also opens up more options outside of shooting, such as gathering information, occupying geographical advantages, and directly rescuing teammates.

Interested parties may sign up for the closed beta on the official website and gain access to Strivona from 21 August, 8pm (GMT +8). The network test will end on 25 August at 8pm.

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HoYoverse dropped a bombshell with an announcement of a Honkai Star Rail x Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works collaboration ahead of patch 2.4 for Honkai Star Rail.

The news was revealed at the end of the Honkai Star Rail version 2.4 livestream, which aims to give players a glimpse of everything featured in the next update. HoYoverse announced that the Honkai Star Rail x Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works collab is slated to kick off in the third quarter of 2025. This means fans will have to wait approximately a year before diving into this epic crossover. With plenty of time on their hands, HoYoverse is expected to tease bits of information in the upcoming year through special livestreams or announcements.

Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works is an anime series that follows high school student Shirou Emiya, who unwittingly becomes a participant in the Holy Grail War, a secret magical tournament where powerful mages, known as Masters, summon legendary heroes from history and mythology, called Servants, to battle for the ultimate prize — the Holy Grail, which can grant any wish. Partnered with the spirited Saber and joined by the enigmatic Rin Tohsaka and her Servant, Archer, Shirou navigates a dangerous web of alliances and betrayals, uncovering dark secrets about the Grail and the true nature of heroism.

Given HoYoverse’s history with collaborations — including one with Guerilla Games’ Horizon Zero Dawn that introduced Aloy as a playable character in Genshin Impact — it’s likely we’ll see some iconic characters from Unlimited Blade Works make their way into Honkai Star Rail. Additionally, fans may also be able to look forward to limited-time Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works merchandise. Though unconfirmed, the prospect of snagging exclusive crossover items is certainly enticing for dedicated fans of both franchises.

Meanwhile, HoYoverse continues its strong grip on the gaming scene, with its latest action role-playing game, Zenless Zone Zero, crossing 50 million global downloads in its first three days.

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Mobile gaming just keeps getting better and better, and Redmagic has been part of the, well, magic for a while now. Almost a year after the release of its predecessor, the Redmagic 9S Pro is back with upgraded performance and four colours for the first time: Sleet, Frost, Snowfall, Cyclone.

The device will be the first in the family to boast the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version processor, or so the company calls it. In simpler terms, that means an overclocked edition of the regular Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, a step up from the previously-equipped Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version.

Alongside up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, users can also various gaming-focused features, including improved cooling capabilities, 520Hz shoulder triggers, and a long-lasting 6,500mAh battery. The 6.8-inch display touts FHD+ resolution (2,480 x 1,116) and eye protection features, while custom RGB lighting with 16.8 million colour options and a new backlight strip add some bling into the mix.

As expected, the Redmagic 9S Pro is a powerhouse in action. Running Zenless Zone Zero, Honkai: Star Rail, Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile, and PUBG Mobile proved to be a seamless, effortless affair, sporting little to no frame rate drops. At higher settings, temperatures crossed the 55-degree Celsius mark, but otherwise, the gaming experience remains highly enjoyable and impressive — check out its beastly prowess in the video above.

The phone is now available for purchase on the official website, with the Frost variant releasing mid-September, and early bird offers spanning 23 to 30 July. The Sleet and Frost iterations, retailing for S$949 each, will ship with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, while the S$1,199 Snowfall and Cyclone are offer 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.

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Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.

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Sometimes, size does matter. While the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold series has continued to adopt the less-is-more design philosophy, its foldable nature also means an extended screen for more viewing real estate, offering added work and play versatility.

The company’s latest refresh looks to lighten the load with a slimmer, lighter build. Announced at the recent Unpacked event held on 10 July, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 now weighs 239 grams, down from 250 grams before, measuring 153.5 x 132.6 x 5.6mm when unfolded. It runs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, which works with a 7.6-inch AMOLED 2X display to ensure smooth performance.

In particular, the souped-up hardware makes gaming an enjoyable affair. The likes of Zenless Zone Zero, Honkai: Star Rail, Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile and PUBG Mobile unfolded (hah) nicely across the display, with the 120Hz refresh rate and 2,160 x 1,856 resolution delivering extra visual flourish.

More notably, the device’s cooling capabilities are the standout here. Far exceeding expectations, the vapour cooler proves to be highly efficient at dissipating heat, keeping things cool for extended play sessions, even with more GPU-intensive titles.

Check out how the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 holds its own against various mobile gaming demands in the video above, complete with number crunching on performance testing software PerfDog.

Si Jia

Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.

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As Square Enix’s fan-favourite MMO enjoys a host of new content with the release of its Dawntrail DLC, it seems even more players are set to step into the world in the near future. According to a forum post on Exputer, the publisher has reportedly joined forces with Tencent to develop a mobile version of Final Fantasy XIV.

Nothing is officially confirmed yet, but it’s worth noting that the two companies formed a strategic alliance back in 2018. “We are in ongoing communications with Tencent, and there are some projects that are underway but I will refrain from commenting on any details at present, including in terms of any output over the next three years,” said Square Enix’s president Yosuke Matsuda in 2021.

It’s also currently unknown if the title will be available on all devices, and neither party have formerly confirmed what these projects are. However, a Final Fantasy XIV mobile game is thought to be the top choice after an unannounced Nier title was shelved last year. If true, the release aligns with director Naoki Yoshida’s goal to bring the beloved MMO to more players.

“My dream, or goal, for more than ten years at this point is for players to be able to play Final Fantasy XIV regardless of device and access the servers to go in and access the same world,” said Yoshi-P, as known to fans, when asked on the possibility of a Nintendo Switch 2 debut. The successor to Nintendo’s home console is currently planned for 2025.

Dawntrail is the latest expansion to grace Final Fantasy XIV, following 2015’s Heavensward, 2017’s Stormblood, 2019’s Shadowbringers, and 2021’s Endwalker. It went live on 2 July, introducing new allies, enemies, and places to explore, as well as new jobs to learn in the continent of Tural, known in Eorzea as the New World.

Apologising for early access issues plaguing the game’s launch, Yoshida said, “Firstly, I would like to thank everyone who has been playing Dawntrail since the start of early access. However, I would like to offer my sincere apologies regarding the issues that we have identified and listed below. Please let me explain the status of the investigation behind their causes and the measures we plan to take to address them.”

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Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.

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