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The Rise of Hybridization in Mobile Games: How Developers are Genre Mashing Their Way to Success

Game Refinery

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. These mechanics are unconventional for a racing game but aren’t surprising. Genshin Impact’s turn-based TCG minigame, Genius Invocation.

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List of most popular video game genres in 2023

Logic Simplified

9 Most Popular Video Game Genres Dominating the Gaming Market Adventure Games Adventure games feature minimal fighting and rely rather on narrative. It has grown from simple text-based console games to aesthetically rich 3D experiences since its inception with popular games like Star Wars, Battletech and Dungeons & Dragons.

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The State of the Mobile Games Market in 2023

Deconstructor of Fun

In terms of revenue, the genres that took the most damage were: #1 Racing (revenue -28%, downloads +8%) The genre was down early a third down due to a decline across all titles. And unlike Racing, Shooter games also generally saw a decline in downloads as well. while the net revenues declined by 11% to $38.2B. TWIG’s 2023 Predictions.

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Banning Hit Box Controllers

Sirlin

Fighting games have a long history of joysticks, the games are designed for them, tournaments were like 99% - 100% joystick users for years. Gamepads must be allowed as well because they are the stock controllers on the consoles these games ship on. This is hopefully obvious because these have been the standards for 20+ years.

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Reality, Upgraded: Navigating VR/AR Gaming with Alex Silkin

Game Dev Unchained

While Sony’s contributions to the VR market are significant, they are often overlooked due to the console’s gaming-oriented niche. He concluded, “I think there’s obviously enough space for these two to kind of fight it out.” It’s not comparable to what you get on a traditional console or a PC.”

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How Call of Duty Mobile left $100M on the Table

Deconstructor of Fun

The Call of Duty series began with the original Call of Duty on PC and console in 2003 and has released one title every year since. The power of PC/console brands can not be underestimated on mobile. At that time, Shenzhen-based Jade Studios created a massively multiplayer PC racing title for the Chinese market called QQ Speed.

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Unity vs. Unreal: What to Choose for Your Game? | Moonmana

Moonmana

The game puts players in charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals. Armed with a bazillion weapons, players can fight in a 4-player co-op on a relentless quest for revenge and redemption across the undiscovered and unpredictable living planet. Perfect for mobile and small game development. No problem!

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