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Block Blast! goes ad-free on Apple Arcade

Block Blast!, the most downloaded mobile game of 2025, is heading to Apple Arcade in September with ads removed. For teams shipping free-to-play mobile games, it’s another reminder that subscription …

Sarah Perez ·
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Konami's eFootball tops 1 billion downloads

Konami's eFootball has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing 1 billion downloads since its late 2021 launch. This free-to-play rebranding of PES reflects a significant shift in how developers approach monetization …

Diego Argüello ·
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Free-to-play spinoff The Elder Scrolls: Blades is being shut down

The Elder Scrolls: Blades, a free-to-play title, will be shut down on June 30, 2026. This decision impacts developers involved in live service games, particularly those focused on mobile platforms. …

Chris Kerr ·
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Fortnite 'Save the World' goes free-to-play

Fortnite's 'Save the World' mode is now free-to-play, a significant shift that could reshape player engagement and monetization strategies. This change follows a recent announcement of a V-Bucks price increase, …

Diego Argüello ·
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