Gaming - Android Community

Xbox SmartGlass update brings full and proper tablet support

By Robert Nelson
on 11 Apr, 2013

Microsoft has updated the Xbox SmartGlass app for Android. And nicely done, this time the update brings full and proper support for tablets. This goes back to a previous update that was released back in 2012. That update added tablet support, but did so only for 7-inch tablets. As of today, the Xbox SmartGlass v1.5 update adds support for "Android tablets 7” and larger."

Former BioWare developers working on Android game for the living room

By Shane McGlaun
on 10 Apr, 2013

We've talked on a few occasions about a company called Green Throttle. The company built a game controller called the Atlas designed to let you play Android video games on your TV from across the room. Green Throttle Games has now announced its first internally produced free to play game to go with that Atlas game controller.

Sony Xperia devices get native DualShock 3 support

By Robert Nelson
on 9 Apr, 2013

We have seen various game controllers for Android handsets, one of which is the MOGA. Moving forward though, those rocking an Xperia branded device will not need to look towards third party controllers as Sony has announced DualShock 3 support. Basically, this means you will be able to play games on your Xperia device using your DualShock 3 controller.

Paper Toss 2.0 for Android hits the Play Store

By Cory Gunther
on 9 Apr, 2013

Oh snap! The classic and original Paper Toss game that took way too many hours of my time has been replaced. The popular developers from Backflip Studios have announced an all-new more fun, exciting, and better Paper Toss 2.0 for Android. It's been available for a few days in the Play Store, and somehow we missed it but check it out below.

Into The Dead for Android updated – we go hands on

By Cory Gunther
on 8 Apr, 2013

At the end of March an awesome and completely free game launched on Android called Into The Dead, and if you haven't seen it you'll want to check it out below. The extremely popular developers from PikPok Games released this endless-runner style zombie game, but it's certainly one that's memorable. After a quick update this weekend we figured some hands-on video was in order.

GameStick Android gaming system shipments delayed

By Shane McGlaun
on 8 Apr, 2013

We've talked about the GameStick Android gaming system on a few occasions. This device is an Android-powered stick that plugs directly into your TV allowing you to play Android video games on your big-screen. The little plug-in stick is paired with a full-size video game controller.

OUYA consoles shipping at full speed, expected to be complete by May

By Cory Gunther
on 5 Apr, 2013

Today the folks from OUYA took a moment to inform all of their loyal fans, buyers, and backers that production has continued to pick up the pace and starting next week will hit full steam. After getting a few initial shipments and developer units out lately today they've confirmed starting next week they'll be producing, packing, and shipping OUYA consoles 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Fast & Furious 6 the game coming soon to Android

By Cory Gunther
on 2 Apr, 2013

Who is ready to race? As if making a 6th movie wasn't totally overkill to begin with, it looks like there will also be a game coming along for the fast-paced ride too. If you're a fan of the Fast & Furious movie franchise there will be a game released right alongside the movie for your enjoyment. Check out the trailer below.

Magika: Wizards of the Square Tablet Hits Android

By Shane McGlaun
on 1 Apr, 2013

If you're on the lookout for a new a new game on your Android device, Magika: Wizards of the Square Tablet is now available. The interesting thing about this game is that it's also available for Apple gadgets and allows cross-platform gaming. The game supports up to four players so your friends on the iPhone or iPad can play along with you.

OUYA game console ships with over 100 available games

By Robert Nelson
on 29 Mar, 2013

We had known the OUYA game console was set to begin shipping to Kickstarter backers on March 28. And well, that seems to has begun without any delays. The OUYA team shared the news on their company blog in a post titled Shippin' -- the interesting part here, they begin with a thank you. You see, they are thanking the backers for well, backing them and making the console a success.