Valorant Mobile
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Documents about Valorant Mobile
PocketGamer.biz35 min
Apple's $2,000+ iPhone Duo and the backlash to new EU App Store rules | Week in Mobile Games podcast
Apple is aggressively targeting the premium mobile gaming sector with the introduction of the iPhone Duo, a foldable device priced at $1,999.
- Apple has launched the iPhone Duo, a foldable smartphone with a 7.6-inch internal display and 5.4-inch outer screen, priced starting at $1,999.
- Apple is collaborating directly with studios like Azra Games to optimize titles for the iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro Max, including the implementation of 120Hz support and advanced graphics modes using Metal FX.
- Valorant Mobile saw significant growth in August 2026, with revenue reaching $53.7 million—a 68% month-over-month and 375% year-over-year increase—driven primarily by the Chinese market.
PocketGamer.bizSep 2026
Mobilegamer.biz21 min
A lot of App Store news, NC’s $300m mobile push, Overwatch, Metacore, Yahoo Games and more
The mobile games industry is currently navigating significant shifts in platform policy, corporate consolidation, and evolving monetization strategies.
- Apple’s App Store revenue is facing a downturn, with Sensor Tower reporting a 6% decline in US consumer spending for Q2 and App Figures estimating an 18% contraction in US commission revenue, largely driven by legal rulings forcing the allowance of external payment methods.
- Korean MMO giant NC (formerly NCsoft) has invested $300 million in mobile studio acquisitions and aims to grow its mobile casual division into a $5 billion business by 2030, targeting established studios with live titles generating $50–$100 million annually.
- Supercell will finalize its acquisition of Metacore by the end of September, officially bringing the 'Merge Mansion' title into its portfolio following significant restructuring and layoffs at Metacore.
Mobilegamer.bizSep 2026
Deconstructor of Fun59 min
Shooter Monthly #3 Marathon vs the Market, Valorant Goes Massive, Marvel Rivals Misreads Progression
The shooter genre is currently navigating a period of significant strategic recalibration as developers struggle to balance live-service retention with evolving player expectations.
- Valorant Mobile has doubled the franchise's total monthly active users, proving that mobile-first design paired with established IP is the most effective strategy for international expansion.
- Bungie has delayed the launch of Marathon to March 2026, reflecting the industry-wide challenge of timing high-stakes releases against established extraction shooter benchmarks.
- Call of Duty is shifting its strategy away from rapid-fire sequel releases to combat player fatigue and prioritize long-term engagement over iterative product cycles.
Deconstructor of FunDec 2025
Deconstructor of Fun10 min
The Sad Truth Behind Netflix’s Rebel Moon Game
The recent announcement of a Netflix-exclusive co-op action RPG based on the Rebel Moon franchise highlights the precarious position of Super Evil Megacorp, a studio currently trapped in a state of startup stagnation.
- Super Evil Megacorp is struggling with 'startup stagnation' despite raising over $70 million in venture capital and achieving early success with the MOBA title Vainglory.
- The studio has shifted from an independent developer to a service provider for platforms like Apple Arcade and Netflix, a transition that highlights the risks of high-valuation startups failing to scale.
- The Rebel Moon co-op action RPG is likely a legacy commitment greenlit before Netflix’s recent internal restructuring and downsizing of its gaming division.
Deconstructor of FunApr 2025
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