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The MOBA genre needs a big playerbase to survive... and if you are looking for a good MOBA game to play, these 8 are your best bet.]]>

MOBAs or Multiplayer Online Battle Arenas seems to be a little hard to get into from the outside. There are tons of characters, spells, items and stats... to learn and get used to. However, when it comes down to actually playing, the mechanics are deceptively simple. Just build upon one or two "main hero" and you are set to enjoy all the fun that the genre has to offer. In this article, we are going to list out the Top 8 Best MOBA Games For Android 2021.

Table of Contents

  • 1 - Mobile Legends
  • 2 - League of Legends: Wild Rift
  • 3 - Vainglory
  • 4 - Arena of Valor
  • 5 - Onmyoji Arena
  • 6 - Marvel Super War
  • 7 - Legend of Ace
  • 8 - Heroes of Order & Chaos

1 - Mobile Legends

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Mobile Legends is one of the most popular League clones on Android - it is even more popular than the real version of Android League, Wild Rift. The gameplay mechanics in mobile legends are more or less the MOBA staple: 5 vs 5 in three lanes, 4 jungle areas, 18 defense towers... As of the latest patch, there are 106 heroes to choose from on the original server.

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Mobile Legends is amongst the Best MOBA Games For Android 2021

The best part about Mobile Legends is probably their unique AI system. If a player quits before the match ends, his hero would be taken over by an AI so that the team still has a chance to win.

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Mobile Legends Gameplay

2 - League of Legends: Wild Rift

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It takes quite a while for the League team at Riot to make their debut in the Mobile market... however, the wait has definitely been worth it. League of Legends: Wild Rift is not just a port - it is a brand new version of LoL optimized for mobile devices. Items, characters, controls, and a fresh map... everything is designed to translate the complicated gameplay mechanics from PC to Mobile.

League of Legends: Wild Rift
League of Legends: Wild Rift

If you have played the original League of Legends on PC before, moving to this should be very easy. At the time this article is written, there are 65 heroes in Wild Rift.

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League of Legends: Wild Rift Gameplay

3 - Vainglory

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Vainglory is a fairly old mobile game that was launched a few years back... however, its longevity is definitely unparalleled. The special part about this title is that it is cross-platform, which means you can play on mobile against your friends on PC, and vice versa. There are quite a few modes in Vainglory, from full 5vs5 matches to quick 5 minutes brawl.

Vainglory
Vainglory

This game is not as big as the previous two titles - it has only 48 heroes on the roster.

Vainglory
Vainglory Gameplay

4 - Arena of Valor

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Arena of Valor is very similar to the previous MOBAs on this list - it follows the formula to a T. However, the one thing that put it apart from the others is the number of modes. Aside from the usual 5 vs 5, you can also play 3 vs 3, 1 vs 1, and even a unique mode called Hook Wars. It is a "king of the hill-style" mode in which players fight fast-paced skirmishes to take control of areas of the map.

Arena of Valor
Arena of Valor

Currently, Arena of Valor has 108 heroes.

>>> Read more: Arena Of Valor Vs Mobile Legends, Which Game Is Better?

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Arena of Valor Gameplay

5 - Onmyoji Arena

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Onmyoji Arena is a spinoff of NetEase's popular Onmyoji series. It is probably the easiest game for a beginner to get into, as there are no pay-to-win or "old player advantages" at all. Even a cheap beginner character can compete just fine at the highest tier... and there are no rune levels, everyone starts at max.

Onmyoji Arena
Onmyoji Arena

Outside of the usual 5 vs 5 mode, Onmyoji Arena also has a 3 vs 3 vs 3 team battle royale mode, which is very unique and worth checking out.

Onmyoji Arena
Onmyoji Arena Gameplay

6 - Marvel Super War

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If you are a fan of the Marvel Universe's movies and comic books, Marvel Super War should be your top choice. The game puts all your favorite Marvel characters against each other - from Thor, Hulk, Iron Man to Wolverine and Spider-Man... this game has them all. Currently, the game has 50 heroes from various Marvel series all over.

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Marvel Super War is the biggest IP amongst Best MOBA Games For Android 2021.

Gameplay-wise, Marvel Super War follows the normal 5 vs 5 formula, with two teams of heroes and villains clash against each other on the Wakanda battlefield.

>>> Read more: Top 10 Best High-End Games For Android 2021

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Marvel Super War Gameplay

7 - Legend of Ace

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Legend Of Ace is the usual 5 vs 5 MOBA with a bigger focus on the RPG aspect. The item system has been replaced with a card system - players won't have to deal with item recipes. Instead of that, they can now pick between hundreds of cards to enhance their characters.

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Legend of Ace

Similar to other titles on this list, Legend of Ace is fairly fast-paced - each match is about 10 minutes top.

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Legend of Ace Gameplay

8 - Heroes of Order & Chaos

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Heroes of Order and Chaos is Gameloft's take on the MOBA genre. It has all the trappings of the usual MOBA title, with 57 characters to play, along with three different modes. Besides 5 vs 5, you can also play 3 vs 3 and 5 vs 5 steampunk (which is another version of the mode on a different map).

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Heroes of Order & Chaos

Furthermore, there is also a spectator mode in which you can watch your friends as they battle it out against other opponents.

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Heroes of Order & Chaos Gameplay

This is the end of our guide for the Best MOBA Games For Android 2021. If you find it useful, do come back to GuruGamer.com for more.

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<![CDATA[3 Alternatives For Dota 2 On Mobile]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/3-alternatives-for-dota-2-on-mobile-13472 Sat, 10 Oct 2020 01:53:00 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/3-alternatives-for-dota-2-on-mobile-13472
Interested in playing some MOBA on mobile? These are the top 3 best games that you should try - they are all free and can be run on most phones.]]>

If you are a Dota 2 or MOBA fan, you probably wouldn't want to play any other games but them. However, MOBA games like Dota 2 usually require access to a computer, which is not always available. Want to play a round of Dota while on the go? Have no access to a PC while on vacation?

In this article, we would list out the best alternatives for Dota 2 on Mobile.

1 - Arena of Valor

Price: Free to play

Arena Of Valor

This is one of the newer MOBAs on the list - the best part about Arena of Valor is that it is pretty flexible. There are 5 vs 5, 3 vs 3 and even 1 vs 1 game modes, with over 30 heroes. Matches would last for about 10 minutes, which is the perfect length for a short session while on the go.

2 - Mobile Legends: Bang Bang

Price: Free to play

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Mobile Legends is probably the oldest mobile MOBAs on this list, with the biggest player base. The game mainly features 5 vs 5 battles with 10 minutes match lengths and simple controls. Due to the higher playerbase, finding a match in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang is pretty easy - the Google Play description boasts 10s matchmaking wait times. There is a reconnect feature for players who disconnected from the match as well - no other mobile MOBA has that.

3 - League of Legends: Wild Rift

Price: Free to play

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This game is going to be released very soon - based on Riot's announcement, Wild Rift is going to be available in all regions at the end of 2020. It is going to be a simplified port of League to console - with almost all the gameplay features intact and simplified controls. Currently, there are 40 champions available in-game, with 34 from Alpha and 6 from Beta.

Interested in more of our articles related to mobile games? Check out this post for more information about Wild Rift and how TSM Entity, the best PUBG Mobile team in India, is switching to Wild Rift.

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<![CDATA[MOBA Games For PC - The Contemporary Art Of Gaming World!]]> https://gurugamer.com/pc-console/moba-games-for-pc-11365 Sat, 11 Jul 2020 07:34:00 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/pc-console/moba-games-for-pc-11365
We hope this list will help you find some of the best MOBA games for PC on your own. Have a good time!]]>

MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena) is one of the most loved game strategies on PC nowadays in which players perform their skills in a team and the battles between teams are often held on a map in an isometric perspective. If you are looking for one and don’t know where to start, we have created a list of best MOBA games for PC below. Check it out and find your favorite one! 

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List Of Best MOBA Games For PC

  • League of Legends 
  • DOTA 2
  • Dropzone
  • Marvel End Time Arena
  • Awesomenauts
  • Paragon
  • Games of Glory 
  • Master X Master
  • Heroes Of The Storm
  • Fringe Wars

League of Legends 

League Of Legends is the No.1 in the list of best free MOBA games for PC with more than 80 million players in total. During a game, players play as a team of 5 and control characters which are called champions, combat with the other team and destroy the core building to reach victory. The game is about 10GB in size, so make sure your PC has enough space in order not to miss out on this amazing MOBA game. 

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League Of Legends

DOTA 2

Needless to say, this is the biggest rival of League of Legends when it comes to top MOBA games for PC. Being released not long before League of Legends, these two have quite many similarities in some aspects, except for characters being called “heroes”. DOTA 2 caters to every cross-grained fan of the MOBA genre thanks to beautiful graphics and diverse gameplay.

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DOTA 2

Dropzone

Unlike two MOBA games for PC mentioned above, instead of destroying constructions, you win a game by scoring points. You not only can control your own character but also a group of soldiers to occupy the aliens’ main base as many times as possible. Moreover, you can freely create and develop your own guild and unique weapons, which will bring you a whole different experience comparing with other MOBA games.

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Dropzone

Marvel End Time Arena

The game’s name may interest Marvel fans a lot, and it surely won’t disappoint. Its gameplay is pretty similar to others, while the most significant things here are the characters and the graphic design. You will see many of your favorite characters in the game such as Iron Man, Hulk, Captain America, etc with most of their skills matching their abilities in the movies.

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Marvel End Time Arena

 

Awesomenauts

This is the one and only MOBA game that was designed in 2D animation in this list. Before entering a game, players will choose one out of the “Awesomenauts” with each of them has their own look, voice, and special ability.

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Awesomenauts

While being unique thanks to its 2D graphic design, players are still divided into 2 different teams and have to destroy the other’s base to win a match. If you're searching for some small size MOBA games for PC, Awesomenauts is obviously a great choice among all!

Paragon

The way this game works is almost the same as many other best MOBA games for PC. Before a match, you choose a character called “Hero” with their own skillset matching their position in the match, then you have to collab with your team to destroy the enemy team’s core to reach victory. One thing that makes it different from other games is its excellent 3D graphics, which will bring your gaming experience to the next level.

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Paragon

Games of Glory 

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Games Of Glory

Set in a sci-fi universe, the game is full of high-tech and destructive weapons, which are brought to use by the characters to fight against each other by teams in each battle. This game also has Clubs to invite your friends to join and allows you to level-up your character the way you think that will be able to take control of the match. 

Master X Master

Being developed and produced by the same producer NCsoft, Master X Master’s graphic design looks quite the same as the popular Blade and Soul, but its gameplay is totally different from each other - of course. Just like other MOBA games, you choose a character, play in a team, and break down the enemy’s core construction to win. However, instead of one character, you control two of them and can swap their positions in certain situations in the game.

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Master X Master

Heroes Of The Storm

You play as a team and attack the other team’s main structure as usual, but there is one difference is that the characters are divided into 6 separate roles. The game also has more than 10 game modes and 15 battlegrounds for you to choose in case the usual mode bores you.

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Heroes Of The Storm

Fringe Wars

This time, instead of playing with characters, you will control a spacecraft flying and shooting enemies in space. Choose your favorite spacecraft with many unique abilities and weapons, upgrade the weapons, and defeat the enemies with your power.

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Fringe War

This is the end of the list of best MOBA games for PC. We hope this will help you find a good one on your own and have a good time playing them all!

>>> Visit Gurugamer.com to keep updated with latest gaming news in the world.

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<![CDATA[Top MOBA Games For PS4 - Which Is The Best Among Them?]]> https://gurugamer.com/pc-console/moba-games-for-ps4-11361 Fri, 10 Jul 2020 12:19:08 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/pc-console/moba-games-for-ps4-11361
For those who love battling in a MOBA-styled arena with consoles, here's the lineup of top MOBA games for PS4. ]]>

The MOBA genre is no longer strange to game enthusiasts. For those who love playing MOBAs on PlayStation 4 consoles, here's the lineup of top MOBA games for PS4.

Table of Contents

  • Overwatch - The Most Popular MOBA Games For PS4
  • SMITE
  • Battleborn
  • Switchblade
  • Awesomenauts
  • Dark Eclipse
  • AirMech Strike
  • Pirates: Treasure Hunters
  • Paladins 
  • Games of Glory

Overwatch - The Most Popular MOBA Games For PS4

Speaking of MOBA games for PS4, the best name that comes up in our mind is Overwatch. Developed by Blizzard Entertainment, Overwatch offer a decent roster of hero selections and 6v6 battles between players, unlike the basic 5v5 games in other PS4 MOBA games. Overwatch is available on PS4, Xbox One, and Windows as well.

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Speaking of MOBA games for PS4, the best name that comes up in our mind is Overwatch.

SMITE

SMITE is one of the must-try online battleground MOBA games for PS4 and has raised a lot of praise from the gamer community. The game houses several game modes with the most popular one called Conquest. The playstyle of SMITE is much similar to MOBA games on PC like League of Legends or DOTA 2 – the game forms players into two 5-member teams, their “fountain”, lanes, and so on. Every character has unique powers and players will earn gold to buy items on the hunt for more power, defense, wards, potions, etc.

Moba Games For Ps4 Smite
SMITE is much similar to League of Legends or DOTA 2 – the game forms two 5-member teams, their “fountain”, lanes, and so on.

Battleborn

Battleborn is one of MOBA games PS4 from Gearbox Software, the producer of Borderlands. In Battleborn, an uprising band of badass heroes are having to fight back against a mysterious evil to protect the last star of the Universe. Players can choose to dive into the game alone or with teammates in story mode. Battleborn also comes packed with a free trial of PvP feature for those who love real MOBA experiences.

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MOBA games for PS4 - Battleborn is a game title from Gearbox Software, the producer of Borderlands.

Switchblade

With Switchblade, players will have a chance to manipulate different heavily-armed high-tech vehicles and switch between them anytime they want. As one of the best MOBA games for PS4, Switchblade creates awesome gameplay of 5v5 battles that will run frantic in accordance with endless tactical choices. Your final goal is to take down all towers on the enemy side and claim a glorious victory.

Moba Games For Ps4 Switchblade
As one of the best MOBA games on PS4, Switchblade creates awesome gameplay of 5v5 battles.

Awesomenauts

The storyline of Awesomenauts begins with conflicts spanning over the stars when huge robot armies are stuck in a longstanding battle. After selecting from one of the available characters known as "Awesomenauts", let’s go on the 3v3 battlefield with a pair of teammates!

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The storyline of Awesomenauts begins with conflicts spanning over the stars when huge robot armies are stuck in a longstanding battle.

Dark Eclipse

Dark Eclipse is considered the first-ever title in the list of MOBA games for PS4 that comes along with Virtual Reality (VR) experience. Players are put into Oldus, a post-apocalyptic fantasy world. A team of three Leaders with powerful abilities and characteristics will fight for supremacy in this dark world!

Moba Games For Ps4 Dark Eclipse
Dark Eclipse is considered the first-ever game in the list of MOBA games for PS4 that comes along with Virtual Reality (VR).

AirMech Strike

Created by Ubisoft, the real-time strategy game AirMech Strike is playable online both cooperatively and competitively through single multiplayer modes. You have to unlock various Units and AirMechs as well as earn Experience and Kudos to emerge the ultimate victory. The game is made available to PS4, Xbox consoles, Windows, and even Google Chrome.

Moba Games For Ps4 Airmech Strike
You have to unlock various Units and AirMechs as well as earn Experience and Kudos to emerge the ultimate victory

Pirates: Treasure Hunters

Pirates: Treasure Hunters is a telling example for free-to-play MOBA games for PS4. In every in-game moment, the high-speed and dynamic tempo will guide you through direct character control. There's a broad range of heroes (dubbed as Hunters), amazing ships and vehicles to choose from. Let's give it a shot as soon as possible!

Moba Games For Ps4 Pirates Treasure Hunters
MOBA games for PS4 - In Pirates: Treasure Hunters, the high-speed and dynamic tempo will guide you through direct character control.

Paladins 

The team-based shooter game 'Paladins' was initially launched a few years ago for PS 4 with deep character customization and strategy elements in tow. By activating a unique system of collectible cards, you can control a complicated set of character's abilities to rise victory.

Moba Games For Ps4 Paladins
By activating a unique system of collectible cards, you can control a complicated set of character's abilities.

Games of Glory

Games of Glory is another action team-based shooter title among MOBA games for PS4 with a sci-fi universe. Invite some friends and fight alongside altogether to get everything in this epic intergalactic battle.

Moba Games For Ps4 Games Of Glory
Games of Glory is another action team-based shooter title among MOBA games for PS4 with a sci-fi universe.

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<![CDATA[List Of Best MOBA Games On Android For Both Beginners And Hardcore Players]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/moba-games-on-android-11324 Thu, 09 Jul 2020 15:08:04 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/moba-games-on-android-11324
Here's a complete list of the best MOBA games on Android, and they're also available on iOS as well! ]]>

Multiplayer Online Battle Arena, dubbed MOBA, is no doubt one of the most popular genres in the gaming industry. League of Legends, DOTA 2 and the likes of them have played a significant role in reshaping the way we enjoy games, and especially, MOBAs do a great job of leveling up the stronghold of e-sports. For those who are looking for such a game for mobile, here's a complete list of the best MOBA games on Android (they're also available on iOS!).

Table of Contents

  • MOBA Games On Android - Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
  • Vainglory
  • Arena of Valor
  • Brave Legends
  • Brawl Stars or Battle Bay
  • Heroes Arena

MOBA Games On Android - Mobile Legends: Bang Bang

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Mobile Legends: Bang Bang is an iconic statue when it comes to MOBA games on Android and iOS.

No need to say, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang is an iconic statue when it comes to MOBA games on Android – even if you are a newcomer to MOBA playstyle, you might have heard about Mobile Legends: Bang Bang more than once. The game is developed by Garena, and it has continued the company’s string of success with millions of downloads on both Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

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Mobile Legends: Bang Bang enables 5v5 battles, 10-min matches, simple controls, and so on.

Comprising of almost all basic elements of a MOBA game, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang enables 5v5 battles, 10-min matches, simple controls, and so on. Although the game description says it could take about up to ten seconds to match players, it’ll cost you more all the time.

Vainglory

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Vainglory quickly became a must-try MOBA game for every player, even hardcore MOBA fans.

Initially released in 2015, Vainglory has made a raid into smartphones and quickly became a must-try MOBA game for every player, even hardcore MOBA fans. The game always gets a top-ranked place and proves its dominance by any means. Thanks to that, you won’t have to wait too long for a new match.

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Vainglory is one of the best MOBA games for Android.

Speaking of gameplay, Vainglory offers a decent roster of more than 25 hero selections. You can choose to get involved in 7-min quick plays or 25-min matches for the real challenge. The game is said to come with 30ms control responsiveness and run at 60FPS.

Arena of Valor

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Not only does Arena of Valor feature 5v5 game mode but it also opens up 3v3 and 1v1 matches.

It’s obviously right up there in the list of best MOBA games on Android – yup, it’s Arena of Valor. There is a bed of things to talk about this game – not only does Arena of Valor feature 5v5 game mode but it also opens up 3v3 and 1v1 matches.

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Arena of Valor is offering more than 36 heroes for you to choose from.

Every match will last up to ten minutes while the game is offering more than 36 heroes for you to choose from. That said, some heroes are being sold through in-app purchases. After all, Arena of Valor is definitely a great choice among other best MOBA games for Android 2020.

Brave Legends

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Brave Legends combines both MOBA and RPG factors altogether.

Unlike the aforementioned MOBA games on Android, Brave Legends isn’t a pure MOBA-genre game because it combines both MOBA and RPG factors altogether. Such a mixture of genres is a far cry from an ideal MOBA game you might have expected, of course, unless you want something different yet amazing. Honestly speaking, it still packs enough MOBA elements.

Each online match sets you back around three minutes. You choose the character, level him up, and collaborate with your teammates to fight against the enemies. Defeat them and take all the glory!

Brawl Stars or Battle Bay

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Brawl Stars belongs to Supercell - the producer of Clash of Clans, Clash Royale, etc.

Those finding a lighter MOBA title are likely to be impressed by these two names – Brawl Stars and Battle Bay. In fact, they come from two different developers: Brawl Stars belongs to Supercell (the producer of Clash of Clans, Clash Royale, etc.) while Battle Bay is owned by Rovio, who developed the renowned Angry Birds series. That's why they are reasonably on the list of top MOBA games for Android!

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Battle Bay is owned by Rovio, who developed the renowned Angry Birds series.

Similar to Brave Legends, Brawl Stars and Battle Bay are toned-down MOBAs rather than being pure at first glance. Matches will be a bit less intense and that’s completely suitable for MOBA amateurs. Give them a shot as soon as possible!

Heroes Arena

With Heroes Arena, you can opt for several options as matches are available in various time settings and player modes, including 5v5, 3v3, and 1v1. In comparison with MOBA games on Android mentioned above, Heroes Area is less well-known, but it’s still somewhat a great choice for players.

Apart from pre-game optimization, in-game experiences also cater to players’ interests a lot. Heroes Arena allows players to dive into the game with ease and fast tempo. For example, they can buy equipment without having to back to base. No more messing around, Heroes Arena is kind of easy for everyone.

Feel free to leave a comment below and vote for some of the best MOBA games on Android on your own!

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<![CDATA[League of Legends: Wild Rift (LOL Mobile) Revealed Its Gameplay, But Not Coming Out Until 2021!]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/league-of-legends-wild-rift-lol-mobile-revealed-its-gameplay-but-not-coming-out-until-2021-9406 Fri, 20 Mar 2020 04:18:00 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/league-of-legends-wild-rift-lol-mobile-revealed-its-gameplay-but-not-coming-out-until-2021-9406
The mobile version of League of Legends maintains some of its titular characters, but will change some mechanics for mobile gaming!]]>

Since Riot Games announced the mobile variant of its insanely famous MOBA game League of Legends, fans are very eager to see how the game will look like. However, apart from the official name League of Legends: Wild Rift, we still haven't got anything new from the gaming giant yet. Until yesterday!

To be more specific, Riot has dropped a 'dev diary' video on Wild Rift, and not only does their staff tells us about how they're doing with the game, but they also give us a glimpse on the Wild Rift gameplay as well! Overall, it looks incredibly similar to LOL on PC, and is potentially the best-looking MOBA on mobile right now!

Let's have a look at the video down here with Gurugamer.com, and find out about its changes to adapt with League of Legends mobile gaming with us below:

League of Legends: Wild Rift will maintain its core values

This March dev diary from Riot Games will focus on the thing we're waiting for the most: the champions. To be more specific, the video gave us a quick look on the titular champions from the original League of Legends, and how they're making some slight change to its to make playing Wild Rift on League of Legends mobile mobile much better.

Brian Feeney - the lead of the LoL: Wild Rift designing team is the one revealing about those features. Overall, LoL Mobile will keep the same level of potentials in which people are familiar League of Legends. Be ready to see insane Vayne tumbling outplays, or Yasuo stylishly dashing through minions - like what we can see from the video.

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The most favorite (and annoying) champion in Lol - Yasuo - is going to be the same in Wild Rift

But will change some abilities for better control and more funs

That's what most people are afraid of the League of Legends mobile version, but the designing team is working hard to bring you the same amount of satisfaction with Wild Rift as LoL can. However, it's impossible to port the whole game on your mobile devices without some changes to adapt to the specific controls on smartphones, and Riot also keeps an eye on that as well.

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Not everything is going to be similar to the original League of Legends in Wild Rift

As a result, some champions with unique passive skills on their skillsets now will receive bonus active skills to keep them playable. For example, Vayne's Silverbots now allow you to one-tap it to temporarily increase her attack speed, while still keep the titular True Damage by percentage health. That might sound too over-powered, but Riot will surely do something to balance it.

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Champions with passive abilities now have bonus active parts to increase their playability

At the same time, some other point-n-click abilities will also be changed as well, as they are not suitable for League of Legends mobile gaming experiences. For example, Annie's and Miss Fortune's Q are now changed to skill shots, which make it less hard to cast and encourage healthier Wild Rift gameplay. However, some important abilities like Vi's Ultimate (which is also point-n-click) - will remain the same.

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Some abilities will remain the same, which some are changed to skill shots to help you with your cast

Riot also teased that there might be also some changes just for the memes, like Lux's giant laser beam abilities now is even longer than what it is in LoL!

LoL Mobile won't come out this year

To cap everything up, the team revealed that League of Legends: Wild Rift might not come out soon. Specifically, they're still testing Wild Rift thoroughly, and there will not be any new information on the game by the end of this year. It also refers that LoL mobile won't come out this year either.

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It isn't likely for us to have new updates on LoL Mobile until the end of this year

At the time it releases, League of Legends: Wild Rift (LoL mobile) will be available for free on both Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Of course, there will be some in-app purchases, which might be for unlocking champions and skins - just as how League of Legends are working now on PC. Gurugamer will provide the latest updates on this game, so don't forget to sign-up and get notifications on our articles.

On another story, Riot Games' first-person 5v5 hero shooter Valorant also released its gameplay trailer, champions and other information as well. You can have a look at the video below, and find out about that information in our article here. Enjoy!

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<![CDATA[The Best MOBA Games Available For Mobile Right Now]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/the-best-moba-games-available-for-mobile-right-now-8531 Thu, 09 Jan 2020 08:52:00 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/the-best-moba-games-available-for-mobile-right-now-8531
MOBA is a game genre with a long history and it has given us many cool titles over the years. Here we have summed up the best ones available on mobile.]]>

If you love a good MOBA, DOTA 2 and League of Legends are probably the two biggest names in the genre right now. However, if you have a tight schedule and can’t afford sitting at a computer playing matches that last 30-40 minutes each, then mobile is also a solid platform with many cool offerings for you to enjoy.

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If you love MOBAs but don't have time to play on PC, mobile is also a solid option

If you don’t know which game you should pick up, below is a list of what we consider the best titles in the genre on mobile. Hopefully it’ll help you make your decision. Let’s take a look:

Best MOBA games on Android 2020

Vainglory

Vainglory is without question the best MOBA you can get on Android right now. Even though the game has been around for ages, it has clearly stood the test of time with regular updates adding tons of new content such as additional gameplay and heroes. If you just want the best, download Vainglory right now.

Arena of Valor

Arena of Valor is an effort from Tencent to emulate League of Legends on mobile. Unfortunately, things did not really work out and the company has stopped supporting the game. That said, it is still going with a small but dedicated company, so if you want something a little different, this is still a title worth checking out.

Heroes Evolved

Heroes Evolved offers a sizable collection of more than 50 heroes to choose from, which even include popular real-world figures such as Bruce Lee. There are also several different play modes, plenty of gear to customize your characters, and the best part: Pay to win isn’t a thing.

Heroes of Order & Chaos

Heroes of Order & Chaos is yet another title with a long history as it launched all the way back in 2012 following the original Order & Chaos MMORPG. It just got a remaster, however, so don’t worry that it’ll lag behind its more recent competitors.

Onmyoji Arena

Onmyoji Arena is a pretty new offering from NetEase. As its name suggests, the game is set in the same universe as Onmyoji, which is a gacha RPG released earlier also by NetEase.  It features an awesome visual style inspired by Asian mythology and even includes a battle royale mode in which 3 teams of 3 fight for supremacy.

Mobile Legends

To be honest, MOBA is not a genre where there is a lot of room for innovation as the formula is pretty much set in stone. However, one thing about Mobile Legends worth mentioning is that it allows your character to be taken over by AI if you somehow lose connect in the middle of a match. Of course, you’ll be able to retake the driver’s wheel when you reconnect.

Paladins Strike

Paladins Strike is a special entry in this list because unlike the others we’ve mentioned above, it is more of a hero shooter. The game features 15 characters from the Paladins universe as well as various modes to enjoy.

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<![CDATA[Extraordinary Ones Is An Upcoming MOBA For Mobile, Coming January 15]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/extraordinary-ones-is-an-upcoming-moba-for-mobile-coming-january-15-8460 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 11:32:00 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/extraordinary-ones-is-an-upcoming-moba-for-mobile-coming-january-15-8460
Extraordinary Ones is an upcoming mobile MOBA from NetEase with an anime aesthetic. It's hitting both Android and iOS on January 15th.]]>

Coming from NetEase, Extraordinary Ones is an upcoming MOBA game for mobile that’s set to hit Google Play and the App Store later this month on the 15th of January. We have reported on this one back in December 2019 when it became open for pre-registration, and so far it has already amassed more than 100,000 pre-registrations, which is pretty impressive for a mobile MOBA. Check out the game’s trailer below:

Extraordinary Ones takes place in the fictional city of Esper, where humans, monsters, and other supernatural beings live together in relative harmony. The city also houses a grand academy, which is where students come to train to become masters of the art of tactical combat.

Two different groups are working hard to prove that they are the best fighters, and you'll get to acquaint yourself with a few of these students via in-game dialogues. The academy’s ground is expansive with plenty of places to explore, such as classrooms, basketball courts, podiums, gyms, and more.

 

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Fight to become the master of tactical combat

Matches are reportedly intense and fast-paced, involving two teams of 5 duking it out to see who can come out on top. At launch, the game will feature 36 unique characters to unlock and play as with new ones coming on a weekly basis. Needless to say, each hero has his/her own strengths and weaknesses. Moreover, all of these characters are apparently voiced in Japanese by an “all-star cast”.

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Matches are reportedly intense and fast-paced

When not battling, you can also build friendships and even romantic relationships with the characters. Doing so will unlock additional dialogues and stories.

With this title, NetEase says it’s aiming to balance long-term depth with controls and pacing friendly to the mobile platform.  Extraordinary Ones is set to launch globally for both Android and iOS on January 15th and is still available for pre-registration at the moment. Naturally, if you pre-register now, you’ll get some exclusive in-game rewards when the game arrives.

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<![CDATA[NetEase Announces New Mobile MOBA 'Extraordinary Ones' , Now Available For Pre-Regsitration]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/netease-announces-new-mobile-moba-extraordinatry-ones-8172 Thu, 12 Dec 2019 04:29:54 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/netease-announces-new-mobile-moba-extraordinatry-ones-8172
Extraordinary Ones is a new mobile MOBA from NetEase that is available for pre-registration on Google Play right now. It is expected to launch early next year.]]>

With the Battle Royale and Auto Chess craze receding of late, it seems MOBAs are now making a comeback. We’ll likely see Marvel Super War getting released in various regions before the end of the year, and League of Legends: Wild Rifts is set to arrive soon as well. Apparently, though, just Marvel alone is not enough to satiate NetEase, and so the company has announced Extraordinary Ones, another MOBA that’s eyeing a global release in early 2020. Check out its trailer below:

The game is already up for pre-registration on Google Play and it’ll be available for both Android and iOS at launch. The most prominent thing about Extraordinary Ones is probably its roster of 36 characters, all of whom originated from mythologies but have been redesigned to be as over-the-top as they can possibly get.

From what we’ve seen so far, these mythical figures have been mixed with anime and even some memes, and of course, their battlefield is going to be a high school campus.

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Mythical figures have been redesigned with an anime aesthetic, and now they are competing in a highschool campus

Aside from that, the game appears to be your usual MOBA experience. You'll form a team with 4 other players and compete against another team of 5, with the ultimate goal being to fight your way into their base and destroy their main structure. However, there’s also a teleporter that players you can use to catch your opponent off guard.

RNG will seemingly play a factor in deciding the items you’ll receive as well. These grant random stat boosts to your character and can also have other effects when activated. For example, you can heal yourself or inflict an enemy with a curse that slows their movement speed.

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Aside from the premise, it seems to be your typical MOBA experience

Extraordinary Ones is now up for pre-registration on Google Play but not on the App Store, though we can expect that to come pretty soon. There's no information on the monetization model yet, but if it’s anything like other NetEase’s titles, it’ll be free-to-play with IAPs.

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<![CDATA[Marvel-Themed Mobile MOBA 'Marvel Super War' To Launch In India And Some Other Countries Later This Month]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/marvel-themed-mobile-moba-marvel-super-war-to-launch-in-india-and-some-other-countries-later-this-month-8058 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 04:27:00 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/marvel-themed-mobile-moba-marvel-super-war-to-launch-in-india-and-some-other-countries-later-this-month-8058
After a beta period in India and several Southeast Asian countries, NetEase's new MOBA game Marvel Super War is finally confirmed to be launching in these regions on December 19th.]]>

NetEase has announced the release date for its upcoming Marvel-themed mobile MOBA Marvel Super War in certain regions of the world. The game will become available for both Android and iOS on the 19th of December in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, The Philippines, and India.

This launch follows a beta test that also took place in these regions from November 21st. With the full game coming to these territories in just a couple of weeks, interested players from the rest of the world can probably expect to get their hands on it pretty soon. After all, it’s Marvel, and many people will want to play it.

In case you have not heard, Marvel Super War is a 5v5 MOBA that features tons of Marvel characters. Of course, the big names such as Iron Man, Black Panther, Captain America, and Thor will be there, but accompanying them will be some less famous heroes that those who have not read the comics might not recognize.

Alongside the announcement, NetEase has also released a 12-minute-long video that provides details on the entire roster. You can check it out right below to see if your favorite heroes are present in the game. It also gives us a glimpse at a few skins that are going to be available. We can expect that these will be cosmetics that you buy with real money.

In terms of the gameplay, Marvel Super War follows the traditional MOBA formula. If you have played the likes of DotA or League of Legends, you’ll no doubt instantly notice that the map here has practically the same layout. There are 3 lanes connecting your base and the enemies', and your task is to control your chosen hero to constantly push up the lanes, destroy the enemies’ towers, and eventually their main building inside the base.

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The gameplay is pretty similar to other MOBAs

As mentioned, those who live in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, The Philippines, and India will be able to download Marvel Super War from both Google Play and the App Store starting from December 19th. This is a free-to-play title with IAPs included.

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<![CDATA[Marvel's Mobile MOBA Game MARVEL Super War Now Available For Pre-Registration In India, Closed Beta Coming Next Month]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/marvels-mobile-moba-game-marvel-super-war-now-available-for-pre-registration-in-india-closed-beta-coming-next-month-7347 Fri, 25 Oct 2019 10:13:00 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/marvels-mobile-moba-game-marvel-super-war-now-available-for-pre-registration-in-india-closed-beta-coming-next-month-7347
MARVEL Super War is an upcoming MOBA game for mobile featuring many Marvel heroes. The game is now available for pre-registration in India and various other countries with a closed beta coming next month.]]>

We reported on MARVEL Super War – a free-to-Play MOBA game for mobile made by NetEase in partnership with Marvel Entertainment – back in late May, and now the game has just made an official appearance today during the Thailand Game Show in Bangkok. Moreover, it is now available for pre-registration in Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and India. Not only that, but a second beta test will also be open for players in India and Southeast Asia on the 21st of November. Check out its trailer below:

As the first MOBA game from Marvel to make its way to the mobile platform, MARVEL Super War promises to bring the teamwork of fan-favorite Marvel heroes to life. The game offers a massive collection of characters for you to play as, including many fan-favorites such as Captain America, Iron Man, Deadpool, Spider-Man, Scarlet Witch, Black Widow, and more. Needless to say, they all come with their own unique abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, so mastering them will be the key to come out on top in the intense 5v5 matches.

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Pick your favorite Marvel hero and jump into intense 5v5 battles!

The first beta test of the game took place back in May in certain Southeast Asian countries and attracted hundreds of thousands of participants. Now, it seems an improved version is ready for the second beta, so if you live in one of the countries mentioned above, don’t miss your chance to join the fun!

What’s even better is, by pre-registering and joining the beta, you stand a chance to receive some exclusive rewards when the game actually launches. As is a pretty common occurrence in the mobile gaming world, how good the rewards depend on how many people participate.

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Pre-register now to earn exclusive rewards!

Those who are in Bangkok can go to the Thailand Game Show – which is going on right now and will last until October 27th – to try out MARVEL Super War for themselves. As for the rest, follow the game’s official website for the latest updates.

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<![CDATA[10 Mobile Games That Have Made Over $1 Billion In Revenue]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/10-mobile-games-that-have-made-over-1-billion-6541 Tue, 24 Sep 2019 10:00:00 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/10-mobile-games-that-have-made-over-1-billion-6541
Mobile games are light and convenient as a time filler in the busy life of the modern world. However, some mobile games have surpassed the entertainment tag and earned billions of dollar for developers. Which games have achieved such a feat? Let's see.]]>

The mobile game industry is one of the fastest-growing markets nowadays. We may as well be surprised by how much money mobile games have made. Some popular games even reached an astonishing 10-digit number - $1 billion in revenue. Let’s see which mobile games have made it to the list of the billion-dollar club.

1 – Pokemon Go

Developer: Niantic
Based: San Francisco, USA
Released: July 6th, 2016
Genre: Location-based / Augmented reality
Successful in: Worldwide

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There are still lots of people playing Pokemon Go nowadays

Augmented reality has been out there since forever. However, to apply it into a mobile game for a popular franchise like Pokemon was something unprecedented. The initial launch of Pokemon Go faced many problems due to overload and had to cancel in many regions. However, after various fixes, the game went smoothly and brought in a stable flow of cash

In just 7 months after release, Pokemon Go has reached more than $1 billion. By March 2019, the AR game has reached approximately $2.45 billion in revenue. Pokemon Go hit another milestone by reaching 1 billion downloads just this August.

2 – Lineage M

Developer: NCSoft
Based: Seongnam, South Korea
Released: June 21st, 2017
Genre: MMORPG
Successful in: South Korea

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Lineage M was making headlines in 2017

Lineage M is a mobile version of the big PC hit MMO Lineage from NCSoft. The franchise was among the most popular titles around South Korea at the time. The game had 5.5 million players pre-download the game even before the official launch.

In the first month of release, the game earned more than $233 million. In January 2018, Lineage M’s revenue has skyrocketed to over $1.2 billion. However, the game couldn’t maintain its success later on.

3 – Lineage 2 Revolution

Developer: Netmarble
Based: Seoul, South Korea
Released: December 2017
Genre: MMORPG
Successful in: South Korea

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Though unable to reach the height of Lineage M, the Lineage 2 Revolution was still a blast in South Korea

After NCSoft dropped the Lineage M, Netmarble has picked up where everything left off. After the success of Lineage M, hardly could anyone predict the success of the next version Lineage 2 Revolution.

Lineage 2 Revolution enjoyed instant success like its forerunner, $176 million in the first month. By 11 months, the game had already made $924 million and eventually reached $1 billion by the time it announced at GDC 2019. However, just like its predecessor, Lineage 2 Revolution dropped off significantly after that.

4 – Monster Strike

Developer: Mixi
Based: Tokyo, Japan
Released: August 8th, 2013
Genre: Physics strategy / Puzzle / RPG
Successful in: Japan

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Monster Strike is popular in Japan

Though less known worldwide, Monster Strike is incredibly popular in Japan. The game became Japan’s number one top grosser in 2014. In August 2015, the game earned an estimated $4.2 million a day. By October 2018, the game had earned around $7 billion.

5 – Puzzle & Dragons

The classic match-three has been a crucial part in the game, making Puzzling & Dragons a multi-billion dollar business

Developer: GungHo
Based: Tokyo, Japan
Released: February 20th, 2012
Genre: Match-three / RPG
Successful in: Japan

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Puzzle & Dragons is pretty popular in Japan

The game is a blend of the classic match-three, loots, RPG and gacha mechanics. The game has a large influence on the Japanese mobile market later on. Puzzle & Dragons is among the first mobile games to have announced its billion-dollar sale figure.

By February 2014, the developer GungHo Online announced their sales of up to $1.5 billion. Though the game has declined in popularity in the recent year, it still managed to rake in a regular flow of cash, making its total revenue over $7 billion.

6 – Fantasy Westward Journey

The game is popular in China by the publisher Netease

Developer: Netease
Based: Guangzhou, China
Released: 2015
Genre: MMORPG
Successful in: China

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With its cute graphics, the game has also raked in $1.5 billion

Netease is the second-largest mobile game publisher in China, second only to the giant Tencent. Their huge success was the mobile game title Fantasy Westward Journey.

In 2017, SuperData reported that the game had yielded a total of $1.5 billion in revenue.

7 – Clash Royale

The game has been a massive success while introducing the MOBA element into mobile games

Developer: Supercell
Based: Helsinki, Finland
Released: March 2nd, 2016
Genre: MOBA / CCG
Successful in: Worldwide

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Clash Royale is popular around the world

The game was a global success when introducing the famous MOBA genre into a mobile game. Moreover, the idea of a real-time PvP mobile game is set to stay.

Clash Royale hit over $1 billion in less than one year since its launch.

8 – Honor of Kings / Arena of Valor

The game brings the MOBA genre to mobile phone with the backing of the MOBA giant League of Legends

Developer: Tencent
Based: Shenzhen, China
Released: November 26th, 2015
Genre: MOBA
Successful in: China

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Arena of Valor is a fast-paced MOBA mobile game

The game is better known as Arena of Valor around the world. It brings the fast-paced MOBA genre into the mobile phone. The game is developed by Riot Games – the developer of League of Legends. That explains why Arena of Valor graphics is somewhat similar to that of LoL.

Arena of Valor is incredibly popular in China with more than 200 million players. The game has a peak of around 70 million daily active players.

Money-wise, by March 2019, Arena of Valor has already generated $4.5 billion.

9 – Fate/Grand Order

The title is popular not only in Japan but also oversea

Developer: Delightworks (published by Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment Japan)
Based: Tokyo, Japan (Delightworks)
Released: July 30th, 2015 (Japan)
Genre: RPG
Successful in: Japan

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With cool graphics and characters, Fate/Grand Order has a large fanbase

The series is just like Puzzle & Dragons or Monster Strike, incredibly popular in Japan. Moreover, it reached out of Japan and into the world market. In a report by SuperData in 2017, Fate/Grand Order was estimated to have earned $982 million.

Until March 2019, the game has approximately reached $3 billion in global revenue.

10 – PUBG Mobile

Developer: Tencent
Based: China
Released: March 2018
Genre: FPS/Battle Royale
Successful in: China

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PUBG is among the most popular Battle Royale titles on mobile phone

PUBG Mobile has recently made it into the $1 billion revenue list. With its global success, PUBG Mobile continued to dominate the Battle Royale genre in the mobile phone market. It has surpassed Fortnite and Knives Out to become the first mobile Battle Royale title to reach $1 billion in revenue.

PUBG Mobile is still popular and has a large fanbase around the world.

Among these 10 billion-dollar games, which one do you play? Which games do you like the most?

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<![CDATA[NetEase's New MOBA Game Marvel Super War Enters Closed Beta]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/neteases-new-moba-game-marvel-super-war-enters-closed-beta-3579 Wed, 29 May 2019 04:29:00 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/neteases-new-moba-game-marvel-super-war-enters-closed-beta-3579
Marvel Super War is a new MOBA game from NetEase featuring many familiar Marvel heroes and villains. The game has just entered its first closed beta.]]>

Marvel Super War is an upcoming MOBA for mobile made by NetEase in partnership with Marvel Entertainment. The game has just entered its first closed beta phase and will be available on both Android and iOS at launch.

As you might expect, Marvel Super War will feature plenty of famous heroes and villains from the Marvel universe, each of whom has their own unique abilities. Check out the trailer of the game below:

From the trailer, you should have a pretty good idea of what to expect from Marvel Super War. It follows the traditional MOBA formula where 10 players are divided into 2 teams of 5 and then proceed to choose from a collection of available characters to play as. The goal is to fight their way into the enemy’s base to destroy the main building. Honestly, the game doesn’t look like it’s doing too much to set itself apart from the hundreds of other similar titles out there. The developer did promise "fair combat and balanced gameplay," though, so at least there’s that.

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A pretty standard MOBA experience

Marvel Super War’s closed beta is currently available in Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, and India, and it will last until the end of June 10. In order to run the game, you must have a device that’s running on Android 5.1 or a later version, with at least a Snapdragon 410 chipset and 2GB of RAM. Do note that once the beta is over, all the servers and accounts will be deleted.

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Many familiar Marvel heroes are featured

At the moment, there aren’t many more details about Marvel Super War aside from what's available on the game's official website and Facebook page. Information about the monetization model hasn’t been announced, though it's likely to be a free-to-play release with in-app purchase. The official launch date also remains a mystery as well. Stay tuned for more updates.

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<![CDATA[Dota 2: The International 2019 Official Dates Confirmed By Valve]]> https://gurugamer.com/esports/dota-2-the-international-2019-official-dates-confirmed-by-valve-2833 Thu, 02 May 2019 03:00:00 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/esports/dota-2-the-international-2019-official-dates-confirmed-by-valve-2833
Valve has recently confirmed the official dates for The International 2019 Dota 2 event. It shall take place from August 16th and last until August 25th.]]>

We've heard about the dates for Dota 2 The International 2019 a few days ago from Vici Gaming’ article. However, recently, we have officially received the official dates from Valve, through their trustworthy Twitter account.

About The International

For those who don’t know, The International, or TI, is an annual Dota 2 tournament by Valve. It is undoubtedly the biggest and the most prestigious event for any professional and casual players to participate/spectate in the Major Championship circuit.

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The International is the biggest Dota 2 event of the year, which often takes place in August.

The first International was in 2011, where it unveiled Dota 2 to the world. Since 2013, the community started to contribute to the prize pool by purchasing battle pass. Will millions of dollars on the line each and every year, The International has made itself a name to be the biggest esports tournament of all time, regarding the prize pool.

Dota 2 - The International 2019

Back to The International 2019, The Main Event shall take place between Aug 20th  and Aug 25th. Prior to that, the group stage shall take place from the 16th to the 18th of August as well. As Valve confirmed the dates, they are finalizing the details to start selling tickets. We should expect tickets to go on sales in the next few weeks.

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Shanghai, China will host this year's International.

For this specific year, China will host TI 9 in the famous Mercedes Benz Arena in Shanghai. Previously, The International was in Cologne, Germany (2011), Seattle, U.S. (2012 - 2017) and Vancouver, Canada (2018).

It’s BATTLE PASS time, lads!

As we’re getting closer and closer to TI, Dota 2 fans are expecting the arrival of TI9 Battle Pass. Besides cool gifts, bonuses and cosmetics, people treat the Battle Pass as a way to contribute to TI’s prize pool.

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Get ready for Immortal Treasures, crazy Couriers and dazzling Cosmetics in the Battle Pass!

In the last few years, the community has increased the overall prize pool of TI by a significant amount, just by purchasing the Battle Pass. We haven’t got legit information on this just yet, so make sure you stick around for the soonest update.

)Source: https://liquipedia.net/dota2/The_International)

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<![CDATA[A Combination Between Battle Royale and MOBA In This New Title Hunter’s Arena.]]> https://gurugamer.com/pc-console/a-combination-between-battle-royale-and-moba-in-this-new-title-hunters-arena-2269 Sun, 31 Mar 2019 15:02:37 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/pc-console/a-combination-between-battle-royale-and-moba-in-this-new-title-hunters-arena-2269
Check how Hunter’s Arena targets to combine elements from both MOBA and Battle Royale using Unreal Engine 4.]]>

 

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With the end of the recently Games Developer Conference, we now know more and more about the upcoming games of the smaller game studios. One notable mentioned will be Hunter’s Arena, the first installment of the indie Korean studio Mantisco. Developed using Unreal Engine 4, the game is a PvP title with a variety of modes. However, during the convection, there was not enough space to show the core Battle Royale aspect of the game. Instead, Mantisco only showed a playable version of the game with a one on one tag team mode. The followings are some important factors from the observation from the game:

  • Hunter’s Arena was formerly known by the name Project W, which was initially developed in June 2017. Full-scale development only started far later in August 2018. Beginning as an indie studio, Mantisco has since then grown to 42 strong.
  • The game was crafted utilizing the Unreal Engine 4, which will be released firstly on Steam and later Xbox One, and PlayStation 4 platform. A localization for mobile phone will also be underway, however, it remains unclear whether a cross-platform play will be available for the game.
  • The game is described to be a combination between two popular genres which are Battle Royale and MOBA.

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  • As for the Battle Royale aspect, the game main map is said to able to contain 50 players, the size of the map will approximately be half the size of the Sanhok map in PUBG. This is probably not going to be a big concern for Hunter’s Arena, as the game’s action will most likely be close quarters combats. There are no long-ranged characters found in the game yet.
  • And for the MOBA aspect of the game, in-game players can hunt for monsters in order to become stronger. Moreover, they can be stealthy by hiding on bushes. All in all, the game might have some similarities to that of the Shadow Arena in Black Desert Online with some different features, for example, party and dungeon play.
  • To further explain the MOBA part of the game, there will be mob spawns similar to that of many MOBA games which grant players with experience points, as the more difficult monster will give player equipment. As for raids and dungeon, they will demand teams to complete. In short, it is a map with a variety of activities happening.

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  • There is not much to say about the aspect of Battle Royale, however, Mantisco studio claims there will be transport mechanics that will do more than just taking people around the map.
  • As mentioned above, for demonstrating the Battle Royale aspect of the game, it will take 15 people to do so according to the studio. However, it was not a possibility during the Games Developer Conference because there was not enough space.
  • Therefore, the only thing that was demonstrated during the Conference was the game’s combat mechanics and graphics, which were the aspect that Mantisco takes most pride in.
  • It is stated on Korean media that Hunter Arena’s combat feels similar to that of Tekken’s mechanics with the floating and juggling combos. Moreover, successful hits and blocks sequences will result in the ultimate skill action.

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  • The developers are currently dealing with 15 characters, however, the team only aims to have a more realistic 8 characters to launch this year. This may seem a bit insufficient compared to the 50 players out there. Nevertheless, we hope to find out more about this from Mantisco later.
  • Three game modes will be available in the game, which is the PVE (Person Versus Environment), Tag Team, and Battle Royale.
  • PVE can be described to be a mode where players have to defeat constant rounds and waves of monsters.
  • According to Mantisco, the game can be experienced with a gamepad, however, it is best to enjoy the game by a mouse and keyboard. The game’s default mechanics will share some similarities with that of League of Legends.

Hunter’s Arena

  • Different from other Battle Royale games, Hunter’s Arena focused on close quarters combats, in which players can find difficulties in starting a fight. Mantisco has come up with a way to counter this by providing players with bushes to hide and make surprise attacks or simply jump off a cliff to ambush another passing player.
  • Hunter’s Arena is set to launch on Steam, however, it is unclear whether Mantisco has confirmed a business model or not. Closed Beta Tests and Focus Group Test will begin in South Korea from April.
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<![CDATA[Dota 2 Now Lets You Bet On Tournaments Using In-Game Currency]]> https://gurugamer.com/esports/dota-2now-lets-you-bet-on-tournaments-using-in-game-currency-2185 Tue, 26 Mar 2019 18:37:57 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/esports/dota-2now-lets-you-bet-on-tournaments-using-in-game-currency-2185
Dota 2 just releases a smartphone companion app and now allows fans to bet on tournaments using Shards, a currency for Dota Plus subscribers.]]>

Earlier this week, Valve released a smartphone companion Dota 2 app that lets fans follow big tournaments easier, keep track of their beloved teams as well as grants access to in-game stats. That’s not everything though: the app allows players to gamble.

The app uses Shards, a unique currency in Dota 2 dedicated to those who subscribe to Dota Plus. Dota Plus is a hub designed to help players improve their in-game performance and ranking. It takes a look and analyzes data about your past matches like a private coach and much more. It acts as a battle pass, granting player special rewards by earning and spending Shards.

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Dota Plus's Shards can earn you special rewards that you can't buy in the market as usual.

In the past, common ways to earn Shards include predicting match results, completing quests, earning hero Xp as well as hitting specific in-game benchmarks. From now on, there’s one more way to get Shards: by betting on DPC (Dota Pro Circuit) matches.

In general, there are two ways to do this. First way involves Valve providing odds in advance for upcoming games and players betting up to 100 Shards on the winning team that they chose. If it’s correct, the reward is those Shards multiplied by their picked odds. At the moment, the maximum amount available to bet seems somehow low, especially when the odds are mainly single digit. Although, it’s still a convenient way to put extra tension in each match.

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In-app display: Fantasy team, Match Predictions and Real-time tracking, respectively.

In the second way, players can use the exclusively Valve way “Fantasy Dota 2”. Players will first construct their own fantasy team before the start of a tournament. They will then earn points accordingly for the real-time performance of their team, thus increasing their Shards. Fantasy leagues are something very familiar in Dota 2 as they’ve been in the game for a long time. However, including such feature in a first-party app now is pretty neat and manageable. As for now, it’s much easier to keep track of tournaments by using the app, just by checking the phone. It’s really awesome as it works even for those who don’t play the game that much now.

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<![CDATA[MOBA Storm Arena Has Just Launched Its Global Beta Test]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/moba-storm-arena-has-just-launched-its-global-beta-test-1316 Tue, 29 Jan 2019 19:36:55 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/moba-storm-arena-has-just-launched-its-global-beta-test-1316
Netease has just released the beta phase for Storm Arena the MOBA game. Deploy your mariners, show off your skills to outmaneuver your opponents!]]>

Storm Arena the mobile MOBA has been going through the development phase for quite some time. And now, it is time for players around the world to contribute even more towards its development. Recently, Storm Arena has launched the beta test on a global scale. The beta allows players to play the new 3v3 mode and find out how it stands out from the others on the market. So now, let’s hop in and further explore the game.

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GO SPLASH, Mariners!

Storm Arena' features

Storm Arena features some of the most advanced characteristics which are perfect for a mobile game.

  • Three-minute Battles: Make it quick in fast-paced three-minute battles!

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Rush into 3-mins battles.

  • Customization: customize your heroes with weapons and accessories to your taste
  • Heroes: Deploy 12 different adorable Mariners with extraordinary skills

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Deploy adorable mariners!

  • No Auto-Aim: Dodge attacks and counter with pure skill!
  • Team Strategy: Team up with two other players in a 3v3 team with a tanker, a support, and a DPS hero

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Team up in squad combat!

  • Titanic Ultimate: Save your ultimate attacks until needed to completely smash your enemies
  • Various Game Modes: Bounty Hunter, Goal Attack, Turf War, and Pieces of Eight.

After the PvE tutorial, you can choose your favorite among the four innovative game modes and brawl against your foes. The diversity of modes fits both casual players and veterans. For example, in Pieces of Eight, eight players will compete for the ultimate glory to be the last man standing. Wait no more, it’s time to show off your skill and strategy to outwit your enemies!

Keep yourself updated

The beta test phase of Storm Arena is now live for both Android and iOS. Additionally, you can learn more about Storm Arena in the official website here. Download the beta here.

To see the actual gameplay of Storm Arena, here is the gameplay trailer:

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<![CDATA[Vainglory Is Coming To PC And Console In 2019, Cross-Platform Fully Supported]]> https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/vainglory-is-coming-to-pc-and-console-in-2019-cross-platform-fully-supported-775 Wed, 12 Dec 2018 08:52:28 +0000 https://gurugamer.com/mobile-games/vainglory-is-coming-to-pc-and-console-in-2019-cross-platform-fully-supported-775
The developer of Vainglory has officially announced that the game is coming to PC and consoles in 2019, with cross-platform plays fully supported.]]>

Video game developer and publisher Super Evil Megacorp made an announcement on Monday that the free-to-play mobile MOBA game “Vainglory” is getting big update titled update 4.0, which will see the game releasing on PC and Mac in early 2019. The console versions will also be coming later in the same year. Moreover, when those ports arrive, they will have full cross-platform supports and competitive parity.

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Kristian Segerstrale, CEO of Super Evil Megacorp, believes that gamers are always gamers regardless of what platform they play on. Thus, all deserve to play together. He says the company is working towards a future in which gamers can play with, and compete against, anyone, anywhere. To that end, Super Evil Megacorp wants to offer gameplay parity across all kinds of devices, be they smartphones, consoles, PCs, or next-generation devices.

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The developer also said that the “Vainglory” ports will maintain the same strategic depth, precision control, as well as high-quality graphics. Furthermore, as Super Evil aims for competitive parity across all platforms, all eSports play will also support cross-play from 2019 onward. To demonstrate this new feature, the developer is organizing a PC vs. mobile show match during the Vainglory World Championship Finals, which takes place in Los Angeles on December 16.

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Additionally, Super Evil is teaming up with Chinese game studio NetEase to support the big 4.0 launch in the country. Segerstrale said that China has turned into “a cauldron of innovation” in the mobile game industry in the past few years. With this partnership, Super Evil not only wants to bring the different versions of Vainglory to Chinese gamers but also to learn from the local market to achieve global success.

Update 4.0 will also add several other new features, such as better communications, event-based game modes, and more. Interested players can sign up on the Vainglory official website to participate in the open alpha and get a unique reward.

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