TopMob recently spoke with WonYoung Lee, the game director of CookieRun: OvenSmash, about the game’s future plans and how it will evolve after its release. OvenSmash is a fast-paced, real-time PvP game featuring unique characters called Cookies and a variety of game modes. Because keeping the game interesting will be key to maintaining player engagement, its post-launch strategy is just as crucial as how it launches.
The fast-action first-person shooter series, Serious Sam, first launched in March 2001. Most Serious Sam games share a similar story: players take on the role of Sam “Serious” Stone, a time-traveling soldier fighting to defeat the villainous alien overlord, Mental. Over the past 25 years, there have been six main Serious Sam games and ten spin-off titles, including four numbered sequels, a Game Boy Advance version, mobile games, and a virtual reality co-op shooter. The latest releases, Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem and Serious Sam: Tormental, came out in 2022. Siberian Mayhem is an expansion for Serious Sam 4, while Tormental is a roguelite twin-stick shooter.
It’s been a long road to finally release this game, especially for the small team behind it. They first showed it off in the summer of 2020, and fans have been eagerly awaiting updates ever since. The studio, Third Shift, is incredibly small – just two best friends – and they’re passionate about creating story-driven games that connect with players on a personal level. The game gained even more attention in 2022 when it was featured in an Annapurna Interactive showcase. Despite the long wait, excitement has stayed strong, as Annapurna Interactive has a reputation for publishing unique, high-quality games that often become beloved favorites.
The game world feels incredibly dynamic and lively. Characters now have routines, music reacts to the level of threat, and unexpected events ensure each playthrough is different. Restored Land transforms survival into a thrilling and satisfying experience, whether you’re searching for secret supplies or challenging yourself in the new One Life mode. To celebrate its launch, TopMob recently interviewed Techland to discuss what makes this experience special for both newcomers and existing Dying Light: The Beast owners who are receiving a free upgrade.
The London bank announced that these new digital deposits will work much like regular savings accounts. You’ll still be able to exchange them directly for pounds sterling, and they’ll continue to earn interest. Importantly, they’ll also be protected by the U.K.’s financial safety net, just like traditional deposits.
As a huge fan of collecting armor, I’m excited to share where to find every piece of the Crowcaller set – a lot of people call it the Blackwing set! I’ve put together a guide with all the locations, marked on a map, and details about what each piece does. Trust me, getting this set will make your enemies tremble when they see you coming!
Fans were surprised to learn today that the popular anime series Hunter x Hunter is leaving Crunchyroll, the world’s biggest streaming service for anime. The series has been available on Crunchyroll for several years, making the removal a disappointment for many viewers who are now questioning the reason behind the change.
Originally unveiled as Project Century at The Game Awards 2024, the game was officially titled Stranger Than Heaven at Summer Game Fest in June 2025. The developers at RGG Studio have consistently presented it as a sweeping cinematic crime drama set over many years, but have been careful not to reveal too much. A key mystery has been whether Stranger Than Heaven takes place in the same world as their popular Yakuza series, but recent hints suggest that it very well might.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder introduced exciting new power-ups like the Elephant Fruit and Bubble Flower, helping it stand out from other recent Mario games. Unlike many of the New Super Mario Bros. titles which felt similar, Wonder has a unique identity. The Elephant power-up quickly became popular with fans and even inspired new merchandise. Beyond the new power-ups and enemies, the game’s improved animation also set it apart. Mario and other characters move more smoothly, giving the game a visual style reminiscent of The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
GameStop disclosed in its latest annual report that it had pledged almost all of its Bitcoin (4,709 out of 4,710 coins) to Coinbase. This was done as part of a financial strategy where they agreed to sell their Bitcoin at a set price, known as a covered call.