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The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War: 5 Middle-earth locations you shouldn’t miss
Taking players on a journey through Middle-earth that encompasses all of the scope and splendour of J.R.R Tolkien’s groundbreaking The Lord of the Rings novels has been a decades long pursuit for game developers. Certainly, very few could have imagined it would be possible on Console or PC when Peter Jackson’s movie adaptations hit the big screen in the early 2000’s, let alone on mobile. But now finally, NetEase’s recent release, The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War has achieved the seemingly impossible: allowing players to explore every famous locale that can be found in Tolkien's majestic world. In this article, we've included some of the most iconic locations to b…
iPhoneLineage2M has officially launched on PC and mobile, offering players a true cross-platform experience
Battling with your clan against world bosses and competing against 10,000 other players in a single match - Lineage2M lets you do all that, and it's out now on PC, iOS, and Android devices worldwide. NCSOFT's MMORPG follows the footsteps of the hit Lineage2 game, letting players experience a fresh new world with true cross-platform play on mobile. In Lineage2M, players can expect an exciting mix of PvE and PvP elements in stunning 4K ultra-HD 3D graphics. Boss raids in the world map are daunting yet exciting, as players can either band together to defeat the monster, or compete against other players in order to score the valuable loot for themselves. The world of Aden is, of course, fill…
Figure Fantasy launches its open beta, inviting players to collect digital figurines in an idle game
Figure Fantasy has now officially launched on open beta, inviting everyone to experience Komoe Technology Limited's 3D figurine-themed idle mobile game. As it won the "2021 Best Game Changer of Google Play" award in Hong Kong and Taiwan, there's undoubtedly something to write home about when players dive into the game's miniaturized world. Amass your collection and gather all the characters from Figure Fantasy, each with their own special skills and "brands" that help them synergize with each other during combat. As you deploy the figurines on a 3x3 grid, you'll have to pay attention to your formation to take advantage of your team's skills. Of course, if you prefer to just ogle at your…
Ark Legends, the fantasy 3D RPG is now available for pre-registration
Melting Games’ exciting new creation, Ark Legends, the visually stunning role-playing game, is now available for pre-registration in the regions of North America, the UK, Germany, France, Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, and Brazil. Set in a jaw-droppingly beautiful world, Ark Legends sees you step into the shoes of the game’s lead hero and embark on an adventure to seek the lost memories that will bring peace to Ark’s various states, and end the evil organisation that’s orchestrating their downfall. It starts off slowly, but the game will unfold with explosive 5-hero battles carried onto the battlefield, with enough strategy el…
Lineage2M is NCSOFT 's hit MMORPG launching on December 2nd, and it's now ready for pre-download
Can't wait to get your hands on Lineage2M? NCSOFT isn't going to keep you waiting any longer - you can pre-download the game on November 30th ahead of its release to make sure you have a smoother gameplay experience on launch day. You can also download the official cross-play service PURPLE to stay connected with all of your online buddies. Lineage2M features a gorgeous open-world environment that players can explore to their hearts' content. From fighting ferocious world bosses to competing against other eager players in a 10,000-contender epic battle, combat is as exhilarating as it is beautiful, with the 4K ultra-HD 3D graphics and the seamless loading times. Players can also expect a…
Figure Fantasy, the idle figurine-themed title from Komoe Technology Limited, opens pre-registration today
Komoe Technology Ltd. has officially opened pre-registration sign-ups for Figure Fantasy, its latest idle game that's all about realistic 3D figurines. Now open for pre-registration on iOS and Android devices all over the world, the game boasts gorgeous visuals that showcase each figure's real-world material textures with realistic light refraction. Because Figure Fantasy's 3D figurines are absolute eye-candy, players can enjoy collecting them through the one-of-a-kind in-game Blind Box system. Then, these figurines can be proudly displayed on a customizable shelf in the game as well. Of course, the figurines themselves have their own story outside of their master's knowledge, as they fi…
Final Gear, the strategic RPG from FlashWing Studio and Komoe Technology Limited, is now available to download for iOS and Android devices
Developed by the FlashWing Studio and distributed by Komoe Technology Limited, Final Gear is finally available to download on the App Store and on Google Play for players all over the world. The mecha-style strategic RPG lets players fight in cool bots with female pilots in order to save what’s left of humanity after a worldwide disaster. Players will take on the role of Captain as they lead female pilots on mobile mechs into battle. There are hundreds of maidens to choose from across three countries (Kegha, Arita, and Hexel), and tons of customization for the mech suits themselves. Players can collect mech parts and engage in side-scrolling battles set in real-time tactical maps, u…
Recently released The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War is featured on the App Store and Galaxy Store right now
After only a week from the official release, the game belonging to the popular franchise, The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War, is now featured on Apple's App Store and Samsung's Galaxy Store. Since its launch, the game has gained massive popularity among The Lord of the Rings fans and strategy game fans alike, garnering close to a million downloads. This stunning geo-strategic wargame is set in the famous world of Middle-earth and it lets each player create their own destiny. Starting with forging their very own ring, and aiming to obtain the One Ring, The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War sees players expanding their kingdom, joining the Faction of their choice, and siding with other players…
Alchemy Stars celebrates 10 million registrations with summer Ocean Sovereign event
Alchemy Stars, Tencent and Tourdog Studio’s line strategy RPG with card collecting elements, is celebrating a whopping 10 million registrations all over the world with a limited-time event. The Ocean Sovereign event invites players to dive into a summer spectacular with all-new outfits, characters, and a sizzling storyline with a dark and sinister secret. The Ocean Sovereign event introduces a new outfit system that features Uriah, a 4-Star Aurorian - Sea Voice; Vice, a 5-Star Aurorian Vice - Ray of Sunshine; Kleken, a 5-Star Aurorian - Black Lagoon; Carleen, a 6-Star Aurorian - Sea Breeze; and Eicy, a 6-Star Aurorian - Onyx Iris. Plus, two new Aurorians - Smokey from Umbraton and G…
The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War is NetEase’s officially licensed strategy title that’s out now on iOS and Android
The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War has finally landed on both iOS and Android devices today. NetEase invites players back into the magical world of Middle-earth in this gorgeous recreation of Tolkien’s popular franchise. Players can march their armies toward Dol Guldur in this geo-strategic war game to wrestle control of the One Ring. You’ll start the game by designing your ring, then engage in battle from the get-go. You’ll recruit your first Commander and begin your journey with your chosen Faction (Gondor, Rohan, Lothlórien, Erebor, Mordor, Isengard, Angmar, and Rhûn). Every Season, players can fight to capture resource tiles for better and faster expans…
Relumine is an adorable 3D spatial puzzler out now for iOS and Android
How does the world look like through the eyes of a child? Relumine helps players revisit that childlike wonder with its charming logic puzzles and atmospheric soundtrack. Indie developer Ammil’s 3D spatial puzzle adventure puts you in the shoes of Relu, a curious little girl who stumbles upon an ancient civilization and explores abandoned mines in search of her father. Relu’s quest somehow brings her to the ruins of an old society as she looks for her long-lost Papa. Guided by glowing spirits, she discovers the power of rotation from a magic crystal, but also has to deal with a huge shadow that chases her along the way. The mystical environments can easily be navigated with s…
The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War - What to expect from this massive strategy game set in Middle-earth
The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War is the brand new strategy game that comes courtesy of publisher NetEase, the studio behind recent mega-hits like Infinite Lagrange, E.V.E Echoes, and Harry Potter: Magic Awakened. It’s been a while since we last saw a licensed The Lord of the Rings game (the last being Middle-earth: Shadow of War released over four years ago). So if you’ve been dying to be transported back to Middle-earth then The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War is definitely the game you’ve been waiting for. And it’s one which promises to deliver a brand of strategic warfare never before seen on mobile, with a firm emphasis on social interaction and alliance gamepla…
The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War invites you to return to Middle-earth, coming to iOS and Android on September 23rd
Eager to get your hands on The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War? NetEase Games and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment is letting Tolkien fans in Europe, the Americas, Oceania, and Southeast Asia pre-register for the geo-strategic seasonal wargame to score a special post-release gift pack that contains a portrait of Bilbo Baggins, the Hobbit of the Shire. Whether you’re a fan of the Ranger of the North, Aragorn, or the Elven Lord of Rivendell, Elrond, the game offers all things LOTR in this faithful rendition of the world of Arda. You’ll build your armies, expand territories, and fight for the One Ring from Dol Guldur to Minas Tirith, and pick factions among Gondor, Rohan,…
The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War will reward players with exclusive goodies upon release, and it’s is now open for pre-registration
Set in the Third Age of Middle-earth, The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War lets fans of the beloved franchise forge their own fellowship in a mobile strategy game, and it’s now open for pre-registration. NetEase Games and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment lets players dive into Tolkien’s world once more as a new war of the Ring rages. In The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War, the One Ring has resurfaced in Dol Guldur and has inevitably drawn all factions to fight for its control. You’ll have to fight for your faction (playable factions in season one will include Gondor, Rohan, Lothlórien, Erebor, Mordor, Isengard) and command legendary heroes from the beloved IP t…
Piccolo: Othello lets you play Othello on iOS
Piccolo: Othello, the charming mobile title from Symbolic Software that’s based on the strategy board game, has officially launched for iOS devices completely free of charge. The game features stunning aesthetics where players can engage in a round or two of Othello whether locally or online with friends. The rules of the mobile game are essentially the same as the classic strategy board game it’s based on, but with a little extra flourish. There’s a handy undo feature that gives you a free do-over if you ever make the wrong move during a match. If you’re not in the mood for going up against an actual human being, you can play against the highly intelligent AI to…
