Zenless Zone Zero, NTE and the new wave of Chinese games pushing the limits of free-to-play | Opinion
GamesIndustry.biz
AUGUST 6, 2024
Arguably, Genshin Impact had all the ingredients of a fully-fledged AAA console/PC game.
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The Rise of Hybridization in Mobile Games: How Developers are Genre Mashing Their Way to Success
Game Refinery
MAY 4, 2023
QQ Speed An arcade racer implementing TCG mechanics The first game on our list is QQ Speed , an arcade racing game with a manga-inspired art style that’s been very successful in the Chinese market. The narrative is a vital part of the drive toward in-game progression.
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