Week in Mobile Games E15 - Star Wars: Hunters finally launches, the West's MOBA problem, and Xbox handheld rumours
Jun 9, 2024
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Craig Chapple, Daniel Griffiths, Paige Cook, and Aaron Astle from PocketGamer.biz discuss the Star Wars: Hunters launch by Zynga, the challenges of mobile MOBAs in the West, and rumors about Microsoft's Xbox handheld. They also touch on AppsFlyer's potential IPO and growth, insights into the mobile game industry, recent layoffs at Dead by Daylight developer Interactive, and a new match-three game featuring Monster Hunter cats.
Developers focusing on core strengths post layoffs, Monster Hunter match-three mobile game in development, Xbox rumored to release handheld console to compete, Importance of optimization for future growth in the gaming industry
Deep dives
Interactive Layoffs at Dead by Daylight Developer
Interactive, the developer of Dead by Daylight, announced up to 95 employee layoffs, mainly impacting Montreal. The layoffs are attributed to strategic changes for future growth after a period of rapid expansion. The company plans to focus on their core strengths within the horror gaming category, particularly highlighting their Dead by Daylight franchise.
New Monster Hunter Match Three Mobile Game Featuring Felines
A new mobile Monster Hunter game is in development, this time as a match-three game centered around feline characters from the Monster Hunter series. In this game, players engage in match-three puzzles while facing monster attacks that disrupt the board. By making matches, players can deal damage to the monsters and earn materials to customize the feline isles.
Rumored Xbox Handheld Console to be Revealed at Event
Rumors suggest that Xbox is working on a new handheld console, potentially to be revealed at an upcoming event. This move aims to compete with the likes of the PlayStation Portable and Steam Deck. Speculations hint at the device offering a unique gaming experience with a focus on Xbox Cloud Gaming and Game Pass integration.
Upcoming Monster Hunter Match Three Game Focused on Cats and Monsters
A new mobile game set in the Monster Hunter universe offers a twist with a match-three gameplay featuring feline characters. Players solve puzzles while facing monster attacks on the board. Defeating monsters rewards players with materials to customize the feline isles, creating a blend of puzzle solving and monster battling in the game.
Speculated Xbox Handheld Console Expected to Enhance Cloud Gaming Experience
Rumored reports hint at Xbox's foray into the handheld console market, potentially to be unveiled at an upcoming event. The device aims to offer a unique gaming experience with emphasis on Xbox Cloud Gaming integration. If confirmed, this move could provide a new dimension to gaming on the go.
Impactful Layoffs at Dead by Daylight Developer Amid Strategic Changes
Interactive, the developer of Dead by Daylight, announced significant layoffs affecting up to 95 employees, primarily in Montreal. The decision follows strategic changes to streamline operations and refocus on core strengths within the horror gaming genre, notably the Dead by Daylight franchise. This restructuring reflects the competitive nature of the industry and the need to optimize resources for future growth.
Innovative Monster Hunter Match Three Mobile Game with Feline Characters
A novel mobile game set in the Monster Hunter universe introduces a fresh gameplay experience with feline characters in a match-three setting. Players engage in puzzle-solving while contending with monster disruptions on the board. Defeating monsters earns players customization materials for the feline isles, adding depth to the puzzle genre with exciting monster battles.
Craig Chapple, Daniel Griffiths, Paige Cook and Aaron Astle from the PocketGamer.biz team discuss the latest mobile games industry news from the past week.
We cover the big Star Wars: Hunters launch from Zynga and provide some of the inside scoop on its development, why mobile MOBAs fail in the West, and discuss those Xbox handheld rumours.
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