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Forbes
2 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
You Have One Week To Play A Perfect Video Game Before It Disappears Indefinitely
Poinpy is an absolutely perfect video game, and you only have a few days left to play it. The very best new video game I played in 2022 wasn't God of War: Ragnarok or Horizon Forbidden West. Nor was it PowerWash Simulator or Rollerdrome (as great as all four of those are). Instead, it was a perfectly realized mobile game. And it's one that's about to vanish into the ether for the time being. Let me tell you about Poinpy. It's a platforming game designed by Downwell creator Ojiro Fumoto and Team Poinpy. While Downwell was all about, uh, going down, Poinpy sees you ascending through a variety of environments using a combination of jumps and strategic bounces. Along the way, you'll have to collect fruit to make juice to satiate the blue beast that's facing you. Otherwise, you will fall victim to the monster's fiery wrath. Time slows down as you line up each jump, giving you a few precious extra seconds to find the right angle. You'll have a limited number of jump orbs you can use before you have to touch the ground. Once you've collected the right ingredients, touching the ground completes a fruit juice cocktail and resets your jump orbs. You can also restore a jump orb by slamming down on an enemy or pot. This is a roguelike, meaning that while there are a number of biomes with their own distinct elements, each run is different. The placement of fruit, enemies and obstacles will never be the same between runs. You can unlock permanent upgrades and choose between various power-ups FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder Poinpy is a perfect game. Fumoto and his team get everything exactly right here. Their vision for the game is crystal clear and they realized that faultlessly. The visuals are adorably colorful and the soundtrack from Calum Bowen (aka Bo En) is a real treat. The difficulty scaling is on point and, most importantly, Poinpy is a delight to play. Make it to the end and you'll get to experience a terrific, oddly devastating ending as well as a lovely post-credits sequence and an endless mode. But there is going to be an end to this, regrettably. The only way to play Poinpy at the minute is on an iOS or Android device. And you'll also need to be a Netflix subscriber to play it. As noted by Ryan Brown (the head of Lost In Cult's publishing label, Editions, which is largely focused on game preservation) on X, Netflix is removing Poinpy from its catalog on June 9. Publisher Devolver Digital confirmed on Discord that Netflix's licensing agreement for Poinpy is coming to an end, three years after the game's debut. After June 9, there won't be any way to play Poinpy until it's ported to other platforms. There's currently no timeline for when that might happen. "For the time being, Poinpy will become unavailable, and we know this sucks," a Devolver representative wrote on the publisher's official Discord server. "With how these integrations work, Poinpy will require further development in order to be releasable in other stores, and realistically we do not know when we would have time in-between other projects. Ojiro and us at Devolver hope to be able to release the game on other platforms in the future, but we do not have any news regarding this currently." This is such a bummer. I often dip into Poinpy to play a run or two. It's such a soothing, delightful experience and I'm so sad that I won't be able to play it for the foreseeable future. While some games certainly would not exist without the financial backing from the likes of Netflix Games, Apple Arcade and Game Pass, it stinks to see some of these works of art vanish when they leave these subscription services. Even with the Nintendo Switch 2 coming out this week and Summer Game Fest taking up much of my time this weekend, I'll be playing Poinpy as much as I can until June 9. I'd encourage you to do the same as well. I don't think you'll regret giving it a go. I hope that enough people check out Poinpy over the next week to show decision makers it's worthwhile to retool the game for the Apple App Store, Google Play Store and/or other platforms sooner rather than later. As soon as it's available elsewhere, I'll snap it up with no hesitation. If and when that happens, it could help this wonderful game find a far larger audience. In the meantime, I'm going to be waiting impatiently for Poinpy's return. Follow my blog for video game coverage and insights, and word games hints. It helps me out a lot! Follow me on Bluesky too! It's fun there. And make sure to subscribe to my newsletter, Pastimes!
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
"Last War" Launches Major Social Update, Enhancing Strategic Gameplay and Alliance Interactions
New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - May 27, 2025) - The global strategy mobile game "Last War" has rolled out a significant new update, introducing expanded social features and enhanced strategic mechanics to better align with player growth progression and alliance dynamics. These updates further reinforce the game's core identity as a hybrid of strategy and social engagement. Image 1To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Easy to Start, Rich in Strategy and Social Interaction: New Features Deepen Player Connections In this latest update, Last War introduces a brand-new "Moments" feature, allowing players to share in-game experiences through text and images. This feature enhances communication and fosters a stronger sense of community. The alliance system has also been upgraded, improving internal communication for smoother resource sharing, coordinated battles, and strategic planning. These additions complement the game's hallmark "Multiplier Gate" progression mechanic and unit skill combinations, delivering a fast-paced yet deeply strategic experience. Whether players are new or seasoned veterans, the updated alliance features empower them to join cross-server competitions and real-time battles with greater tactical freedom. According to the official team, alliance participation and social activity have seen consistent growth, with many players forming lasting friendships-and even real-world relationships-through the game, further strengthening player retention and community engagement. Image 2To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Enhanced Initial Purchase: UR Hero "Kimberly" Joins the Lineup To help new players ease into the game, Last War is introducing a $0.99 initial buy package. With this package, players will unlock Kimberly, a UR (Ultra Rare) hero. Kimberly is a powerful AOE (area-of-effect) damage dealer who remains a core unit in tank-based lineups. With her exclusive weapon equipped, she excels as a backline powerhouse across all stages of the game, offering high versatility for players. Image 3To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Gold Brick Recharge System Upgrade: New Payment Options Gold Bricks, the game's core premium currency used for unlocking heroes, accelerating progress, and purchasing packs, now come with an enhanced recharge experience. The update introduces multiple new payment methods via the official recharge platform, improving convenience for global players. About Last War Last War is a global multiplayer strategy game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Blending tactical gameplay with rich social features, the game supports multi-platform interaction and emphasizes alliance cooperation and competitive survival. The game will continue to deliver regular content updates and promote user-generated content initiatives, aiming to provide both an accessible gameplay experience and in-depth strategic and social dimensions. -Ends- Media ContactContact: S. O. Monica Email: support@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit
Globe and Mail
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Globe and Mail
"Last War" Launches Major Social Update, Enhancing Strategic Gameplay and Alliance Interactions
New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - May 27, 2025) - The global strategy mobile game "Last War" has rolled out a significant new update, introducing expanded social features and enhanced strategic mechanics to better align with player growth progression and alliance dynamics. These updates further reinforce the game's core identity as a hybrid of strategy and social engagement. Easy to Start, Rich in Strategy and Social Interaction: New Features Deepen Player Connections In this latest update, Last War introduces a brand-new "Moments" feature, allowing players to share in-game experiences through text and images. This feature enhances communication and fosters a stronger sense of community. The alliance system has also been upgraded, improving internal communication for smoother resource sharing, coordinated battles, and strategic planning. These additions complement the game's hallmark "Multiplier Gate" progression mechanic and unit skill combinations, delivering a fast-paced yet deeply strategic experience. Whether players are new or seasoned veterans, the updated alliance features empower them to join cross-server competitions and real-time battles with greater tactical freedom. According to the official team, alliance participation and social activity have seen consistent growth, with many players forming lasting friendships-and even real-world relationships-through the game, further strengthening player retention and community engagement. Enhanced Initial Purchase: UR Hero "Kimberly" Joins the Lineup To help new players ease into the game, Last War is introducing a $0.99 initial buy package. With this package, players will unlock Kimberly, a UR (Ultra Rare) hero. Kimberly is a powerful AOE (area-of-effect) damage dealer who remains a core unit in tank-based lineups. With her exclusive weapon equipped, she excels as a backline powerhouse across all stages of the game, offering high versatility for players. Gold Brick Recharge System Upgrade: New Payment Options Gold Bricks, the game's core premium currency used for unlocking heroes, accelerating progress, and purchasing packs, now come with an enhanced recharge experience. The update introduces multiple new payment methods via the official recharge platform, improving convenience for global players. About Last War Last War is a global multiplayer strategy game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Blending tactical gameplay with rich social features, the game supports multi-platform interaction and emphasizes alliance cooperation and competitive survival. The game will continue to deliver regular content updates and promote user-generated content initiatives, aiming to provide both an accessible gameplay experience and in-depth strategic and social dimensions. -Ends-
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
"Last War" Launches Major Social Update, Enhancing Strategic Gameplay and Alliance Interactions
New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - May 27, 2025) - The global strategy mobile game "Last War" has rolled out a significant new update, introducing expanded social features and enhanced strategic mechanics to better align with player growth progression and alliance dynamics. These updates further reinforce the game's core identity as a hybrid of strategy and social engagement. Image 1To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Easy to Start, Rich in Strategy and Social Interaction: New Features Deepen Player Connections In this latest update, Last War introduces a brand-new "Moments" feature, allowing players to share in-game experiences through text and images. This feature enhances communication and fosters a stronger sense of community. The alliance system has also been upgraded, improving internal communication for smoother resource sharing, coordinated battles, and strategic planning. These additions complement the game's hallmark "Multiplier Gate" progression mechanic and unit skill combinations, delivering a fast-paced yet deeply strategic experience. Whether players are new or seasoned veterans, the updated alliance features empower them to join cross-server competitions and real-time battles with greater tactical freedom. According to the official team, alliance participation and social activity have seen consistent growth, with many players forming lasting friendships-and even real-world relationships-through the game, further strengthening player retention and community engagement. Image 2To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Enhanced Initial Purchase: UR Hero "Kimberly" Joins the Lineup To help new players ease into the game, Last War is introducing a $0.99 initial buy package. With this package, players will unlock Kimberly, a UR (Ultra Rare) hero. Kimberly is a powerful AOE (area-of-effect) damage dealer who remains a core unit in tank-based lineups. With her exclusive weapon equipped, she excels as a backline powerhouse across all stages of the game, offering high versatility for players. Image 3To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Gold Brick Recharge System Upgrade: New Payment Options Gold Bricks, the game's core premium currency used for unlocking heroes, accelerating progress, and purchasing packs, now come with an enhanced recharge experience. The update introduces multiple new payment methods via the official recharge platform, improving convenience for global players. About Last War Last War is a global multiplayer strategy game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Blending tactical gameplay with rich social features, the game supports multi-platform interaction and emphasizes alliance cooperation and competitive survival. The game will continue to deliver regular content updates and promote user-generated content initiatives, aiming to provide both an accessible gameplay experience and in-depth strategic and social dimensions. -Ends- Media ContactContact: S. O. Monica Email: support@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
New York Times
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
The Year's Most Addictive Mobile Game Is Delightfully Absurd
In the year's most addictive, fast-paced mobile game, a jolly, round-bellied character with a hand for a head uses a green, flopping fish as a table tennis ball. It later shoots arrows at a bull's-eye that pops up from a toaster like an Eggo waffle. Humorous absurdity fuels the fun in What the Clash?, an Apple Arcade exclusive inspired by Nintendo's irreverent WarioWare microgames. Initially, I was terrible at the first three games available in this silly endeavor: twisted table tennis, racing and archery. (Five more games can be unlocked for free.) Yes, there are tutorials, sometimes obtuse. But they do not prepare you for the strange mash-ups that are to come, which seem like they were created by a mad scientist. The result is more Mel Brooks than Mary Shelley. At the start of each round, three game cartridges are presented at a poker table seen from a bird's-eye perspective by two online players. A green wine bottle spins and randomly chooses, say, the racing game, which is placed into a console that looks suspiciously like something Nintendo made in the 1980s. Each player is then dealt a selection of cards, putting forth the one that may lead to victory — and almost certainly to chaos. The combination of cards is what provides the game's ingenuity. In one daunting fusion, mini slot-car racers are blocked at times by the paws of insouciant black cats. Getting to the finish line requires a sense of timing that must come naturally to some. But not to me. Twisted humor is everywhere in What the Clash?, a sequel to What the Golf? and What the Car? At every milestone, a tortured 'Happy Birthday' is squeezed out on a concertina. I imagined it was played by Clash Handicoot, an older stock character who is a nod to a popular 1996 PlayStation game. What the Clash? keeps your attention by keeping things moving. It's possible to win a best-of-five match during a commercial break, and one game may take 30 frantic seconds. The tense battles are about balanced play and sanguine oddness. There is also strange customization. I rarely enjoy dressing up a game character, with the exception of placing Astro Bot in retro hero costumes. The items in the store here, though, are fun enough to pique engagement. Using coins earned by winning matches, I bought a bear finger puppet to place atop my middle digit as well as a David Bowie-inspired lightning tattoo. The store sorely needs more humorous pop-culture-inspired options, however, and I'm not sure why a ruby ring costs a mammoth 500 crowns, the in-game currency. Items don't offer extra power or agility. But I still purchased the ring, perhaps to flaunt a luxury item at opponents. One snippet from the lo-fi soundtrack amplified the way I felt about playing to the point of tendinitis. It's a six-note whistling ditty signifying the laid-back comfort of a win. That's how I felt when I emerged as a victor — on top of the world. There can also be a haunting loneliness to the tune. After losing a close match, I felt the lowest of lows. My flexors throbbed in pain. It was time to quit. But then a new card combination appeared, asking me to launch giraffes from a bow to keep away a threatening rolling barrel. It was important to continue at all costs.
