Gaming
Four Celebrity Mobile Games You Must Try
Being top of your chosen profession is never enough for today’s celebrities.
Winning trophies, acting in the biggest movies or having millions of followers on social media is only the start of a celebrity’s earnings or project. Whatever industry they are in, there will be some attempt to branch out into something new. For instance, a basketball player might launch a fashion range, or a social media star might release a record.
Celebrity endorsements work for both the company and the celebrity, according to Medium.com. Of course, the company gets a boost from being associated with a popular icon, but that person also expands their reach into a new market, maybe finding new fans.
One way some celebrities have sought to expand their reach is through video games. With the rise of mobile apps, it is natural that some celebrities will seek to develop their persona through the medium of mobile, reaching people in their own homes on an interactive level. Some celebrity mobile games have been successes, and others have not, but one thing is certain – good or bad, they do generate publicity and column inches for those they feature.
So, here are four such games you could try today if you dare!
Kim Kardashian Hollywood
If you asked 1,000 people which celebrity they thought would release an app to drive their brand, probably half would answer back with a Kardashian. Kim Kardashian was the first member of the family to spring to people’s attention unless you watched the OJ case of course, and it stands to reason she has her own app. It was one of the first of the genre and allows you to create your very own star to walk the red carpet, go to clubs and find love. Virtually, of course.
Cristiano Ronaldo: Kick’n’Run
Ronaldo is a real celebrity, a man not only at the very top of his profession but one who has been there for over a decade. He wins trophies and acts as a role model for millions on the soccer field, so it may surprise a few to find he is the star of a soccer-based platform game. Instead of taking CR7 around a sports field, he had to jump, dodge and kick his way around Moscow in this title, collecting coins along the way. It’s an endless runner game, but well worth checking out if you are a fan of the genre. Just don’t expect to curl in a 25-yard free-kick at any point.
Save Dan
Dan Bilzerian is a celebrity for the modern age, built on a social media profile and a lifestyle he presents, rather than any skills he has. Bilzerian claims to have won millions playing poker, reports Poker.org, but those claims are disputed. He is something of a gamer though, and not just around the poker tables. He showed off his games room in a series of Instagram posts recently, obviously, and appears to be a keen player of first-person shooters. He would have to be keen to glean enjoyment from his own rather indulgent mobile game, which was not well received by gamers if UniLad is to be believed. The object was to save him, the Dan of the title, from hordes of bikini-clad zombies. Sigh.
Sniper X with Jason Statham
Jason Statham is an actor usually appearing in high-octane action adventures in which he fights the world and wins. He made his name in Guy Ritchie’s British gangster films of the late nineties, and as you would imagine his mobile game plays very much into his acting roles. You are a part of Statham’s fictional elite paramilitary team SPEAR, using your acute sniper skills in a first-person fixed-perspective shooter to battle terror groups and stereotypical bad guys in desert locations around the world. In fairness to Statham, it is not a bad effort and certainly more playable, and believable than Bilzerian’s zombie romp.
Gaming
Recruited Since Last Month: More Than Eight Million Helldivers 2 Players
The relentless force of Helldivers 2 shows no signs of slowing down, as recent reports indicate that Arrowhead Games Studios, the Swedish developer behind the game, has sold over eight million copies since its release on both PS5 and PC just last month.
According to TD Cowen analyst Doug Creutz (thanks, VGC), who spoke to Bloomberg, it is believed that the game has exceeded expectations in terms of performance. It’s amazing how word-of-mouth buzz and the unconventional guerilla marketing strategy keep driving up recruitment numbers week after week. Arrowhead’s studio motto, “A game for everyone is a game for no one,” reflects their unwavering commitment to their unique internal design philosophy.
It appears that the PC community has recently surpassed the PlayStation fanbase in terms of player numbers and platform preference. However, thanks to crossplay, both groups continue to benefit from the growing popularity of gaming. Although it’s not particularly thrilling to see yet another service game achieve rapid success, the hardcore nature of Helldivers 2 fills us with optimism for Sony’s ongoing live gaming endeavors. We anticipate dedicating ourselves to the defense of Super Earth for many years to come.
What are your thoughts on Creutz’s sales estimate? Does it come as a surprise to you? Does it exceed or fall short of your expectations? Have you noticed any changes in your level of enthusiasm for the Democratic Party? Has it waned or grown stronger? We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section below.
Gaming
Exciting news for gamers! A wide selection of PS5 and PS4 games are now available at discounted prices, but only for this weekend
Don’t miss out on this limited-time opportunity to grab some amazing titles at a fraction of their original cost. Sony clearly understands the potential of the PS Store, as it consistently adds a plethora of new titles every week. This allows for future opportunities to offer discounts and promotions on these games. It’s evident that sales are consistently growing each month, with the introduction of time-limited weekend offers in addition to the usual sale events.
This weekend brings another round of exciting deals, with significant discounts on several popular PS5 and PS4 games. For instance, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is now available for £35.99/$35.99, while DiRT 5 Year One Edition can be purchased for just £14.79/$15.99.
Here are a few other standout moments we noticed:
- Back 4 Blood Deluxe Edition: £8.99/$8.99
- BioShock 2 Remastered: £3.99/$4.99
- Borderlands 3 Next Level Bundle: £9.74/$10.49
- EA Sports PGA Tour Deluxe Edition: £16.99/$16.99
- LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Deluxe Edition: £17.99/$20.99
Hurry up and make your decision before the offers expire on March 19th. Don’t miss out on your chance to snag some great deals. For a comprehensive list of all the latest offers, make sure to visit this page. And don’t forget to share your purchases with us in the comments section below!
Gaming
Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest on 7th June keeps the spirit of E3 alive
E3 is long gone, but that doesn’t mean we won’t have any exciting video game events this summer. Geoff Keighley, the host, has just revealed that the highly anticipated Summer Game Fest event is making a comeback on Friday, June 7th, at 5 PT/5 p.m. ET/10 p.m. BST. The event will be streamed live from the YouTube Theatre in glamorous Los Angeles.
We have a date!@SummerGameFest streams live on Friday, June 7 from @youtubetheater in Los Angeles, with thousands of in persons fans and millions watching online.
A cross-platform LIVE showcase of what's next for video games.
Public tickets on sale May 7th. pic.twitter.com/krQada8uuS
— Geoff Keighley (@geoffkeighley) March 13, 2024
In a recent tweet, Keighley assured his followers that a large number of fans will be present at the event, both in person and online. He expressed excitement about the upcoming cross-platform showcase, where the future of video games will be unveiled. Presumably, PlayStation and other gaming companies will have their own separate livestreams. However, Sony has a tendency to support Summer Game Fest, so it’s worth keeping an eye out for any announcements from them.
If you’re thinking of going, tickets will be available for purchase starting on Tuesday, May 7th. It’s definitely an event worth noting on your calendar. So, what are your expectations for this year’s Summer Game Fest? Feel free to share your dream announcements in the comments section below.
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