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Age of Empires Mobile, developed by TiMi Studios and published by Level Infinite, is a mobile strategy game inspired by the iconic franchise that first debuted in 1997.

Set in a war-torn world, you take on the role of an empire’s leader, holding the power to shape its future by forming alliances and crushing enemies who threaten your reign.

Much like its PC predecessor, Age of Empires Mobile revolves around gathering resources, constructing armies, and conquering civilizations to strengthen your dominion.

At the start of your journey, you’ll choose one of four powerful empires: the French, Byzantine, Roman, or Chinese—each with unique units and attributes that influence your strategic decisions.

List of all Age of Empires Mobile codes

We have listed all the available redeem codes for Age of Empires Mobile in the table below. The most recent codes are located at the top of the table.

New valid gift codes for Age of Empires Mobile

Keep in mind that each Age of Empires Mobile code is time-limited. That means that it will expire after some period of time. Once they expire, you will not be able to use them. You can use each code once per account.

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How to redeem codes in Age of Empires Mobile

Redeeming codes in Age of Empires Mobile is similar to other mobile games that have code options. If you have never redeemed codes for mobile games, then simply follow the steps down below.

1. On the top left side of your screen, you will see a profile icon. Click on that icon.

2. In the lower left part of your screen, you will see the Setting Menu.

3. Once you are in the setting on the right side, you will see a big chest, and it says gift redemption. When you click on it, it will open a code bar where you will enter your code.

4. Once you enter your code, click on the redeem button.

If you follow all the steps and redeem a valid code, you will get all the items immediately. Simply repeat the process with other codes.

How to get more Age of Empires Mobile codes

When developers create a new Age of Empires Mobile code, they will publish it in official communities on Discord, Facebook, and Twitter. It can be quite tricky to follow all social media because there is no fixed schedule for when developers will release new code. That’s why we recommend that you bookmark this page to have fast access to codes. We are searching for new codes each day, and when we find working ones, we update this page.

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Warhammer 40,000: Warpforge is a free 2D collectible card game (CCG) strategy title now launching globally on Android and iOS after a year of Early Access. It is getting a full release on October 3rd, 2024.

Warhammer 40,000: Warpforge is a free-to-play digital CCG set in the 41st millennium. You can collect the most powerful factions in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, build your ultimate deck, and engage in brutal, strategic fast-paced skirmishes.

You can play with six of the most popular Warhammer 40,000 factions from the very start, with additional factions coming to the game through regular content expansions in the future. You will receive a starter deck for each faction right away and you get the opportunity to choose which faction to earn rewards from through the in-game campaign system,

Additionally, you can form alliances as well to collaborate and achieve new heights in the alliance rankings, completing joint objectives with your new allies. You can enjoy single-player and competitive multiplayer modes, whichever suits you best.

The global launch introduces a brand new faction, Astra Militarum

Warhammer 40000 gameplay

Warhammer 40,000: Warpforge will also introduce an entirely new faction, the Astra Militarum, on the same day as the game’s global release. Prepare yourself to lead the vast regiments of the Imperium into battle and discover their new mechanics.

The global launch also includes many optimizations and improvements, like the ability to sort your deck in your collection and a new practice feature that lets you play against your decks. I am excited about the global launch of Warhammer 40,000: Warpforge. With so much new content and feature updates since early access, I can’t wait to see what’s next, especially since the game is working on new factions and features.

Warhammer 40,000: Warpforge is launching globally on Android and iOS on October 3rd, and you can try out this CCG via your respective Google Play Store or App Store. The game is also available on PC and can be downloaded through Steam.

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Background Comparison: Mobile Legends vs Honor of Kings

Feature	Mobile Legends: Bang Bang	Honor of Kings (Arena of Valor)
Developer	Moonton	TiMi Studio Group (Tencent Games)
Release Date	July 14, 2016	November 26, 2015
Region of Popularity	Southeast Asia, South Asia, Middle East, and Latin America	China, Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America
Gameplay Style	Multiplayer Online Battle Arena	Multiplayer Online Battle Arena
Main Currency	Battle Points and Diamonds	Starstone, Tokens
Esports Scene	Extensive, with major tournaments like MPL	Extensive, with major tournaments like KPL
Cultural Influence	Diverse heroes inspired by various cultures	Heroes and skins are often based on Chinese mythology
Graphics	Softer, more cartoonish graphics	High-quality, realistic graphics
Monetization	Fair gacha system, in-game purchases	Gacha system, in-game purchases

1. Maps

The maps in MOBA games are usually one of the main elements every player should keep an eye on; otherwise, an enemy may swipe your base away! Let’s compare the map arenas where exciting 5v5 games unfold in real-time.

Mobile Legends, the global epitome of mobile MOBA games, has a primary map named Land of Dawn, which has other varieties and styles of its own. It’s divided into 3 main lanes: the Exp Lane, the mid lane, and the Gold Lane. Nestled between these lanes, it consists of the vast jungle where we can find different buffs like red and blue buffs, monsters, creeps, and a turtle that later evolves into the lord, becoming the main objective in winning rank games. It has many bushes for ambushes and strategic positioning while surfing in this fast-paced game.

Honor of Kings, on the other hand, has made its recent global debut and has a very similar map to that of MLBB. Well no offense here, since both the games take inspiration from their predecessor League of Legends, and the original MOBA game, DOTA 2. Unlike the turtle and lord in MLBB, it focuses on the Dragon and Baron, providing team-wide buff and strategic benefits. It features larger, more detailed, and more vibrant maps than in MLBB.

2. Gameplay

The gameplay of MOBA games has the same objective: destroy the enemy and enemy bases before they destroy us! Both have similar gameplay, with little variance in how the objective is achieved.

MLBB focuses on fast-paced action, with both individual skills and teamwork required, along with quick strategies to counter enemy heroes. When one reaches the rank of Epic, it has a hero-banning system in which the enemy team can ban 3 heroes and vice versa.

Heroes are simultaneously banned, with neither team able to see the bans until the phase concludes. This banning ability increases by one when rising in rank. Matches are quite short, the longest going around 40 minutes, while on average they last around 17–25 minutes. With Classic, Ranked, and Brawl, it has a unique magic chess mode.

HoK has longer-paced games and needs more strategic and tactical planning until late-game, and team coordination is a top requirement in rank matches. Its main modes are Classic, Ranked, and Brawl, without a theme like Magic Chess. Well, a team must be composed, balancing all roles in both games.

3. Ranks

We discuss MOBAs and do not mention the ranks and ranking system of the ranked matches, which is not fair! Both the games offer 10 different ranks with different names.

MLBB starts the rank of every new player with the warrior and goes on to rank the Elite, the Master, the Grand Master, the Epic, the Legend, the Mythic, the Mythical Honor, the Mythical Glory, and the top of all Mythical Immortals.

Here, the rank from warrior to grandmaster can be assumed to be that of a beginner player; the rank from epic to legend is above average; and the rank series starting with mythic and above are all quite skilled players. All the ranks up to Legend are divided into 5 sub-tiers from I to V. In the rank of the mythic and beyond, divisions are marked by stars. One needs 25 stars to reach the mythical honor of the myth.

HoK ranks start with the Bronze, leading to the Silver, the Gold, the Platinum, the Diamond, the Master, the Grand Master, the Mythic, the Epic, and, above all, the Legend. The Bronze and Silver are divided into 3 sub-tiers, and the Gold and Platinum are divided into 4 sub-tiers, leading a tier ahead. Then come the Diamond and Master, with 5 sub-tiers.

At last, for the Grand Master and above, it is the same star system. If it is about rank names, HoK appears to lack creativity, even though it was released a year earlier. We can see the names of the ranks mixed and matched within different ranking systems.

4. Monsters and Creeps

Monsters and Creeps, despite being quite dangerous creatures in most of the games, are not the case for MOBA games; rather, they are a crucial part of each match. All the strategies and team fights are unique elements of MOBA and are useless without them. Each of them has different roles that somehow affect the gameplay.

In MLBB, the jungle consists of 4 types of monsters. The first and most useful throughout the game are buff monsters. There are 2 Buff monsters. The first one is Blue Buff, known as Blue Sentinel or Core Guard; it provides mana regeneration and cooldown reduction. Second is Red Buff, also known as Red Brambleback or Lizard Elder; it adds a slow effect and buffs damage.

The second category of monsters are creeps found throughout the jungle. They are Little Wanderer, which provides movement speed and vision; Rock Golem; and Giant Mouth Monster, which gives experience and gold.

The third category is turtle. It provides significant gold and experience, along with the shield, to teammates. It is crucial for early game advantage. In the fourth category, a turtle evolves into a Lord after a specific duration. Upon its defeat, it aids players in clearing the enemy team’s base. This character receives a buff at the 12-minute mark, making it vital for the late-game siege. It also includes lane creeps like minions.

In HoK, the gameplay remains largely consistent, yet it features distinct character names and monster designs. We already know the buffs they provide, so let us know the names. The Read and Blue Buff are called Red Golem and Blue Golem, respectively. The creeps include the wolf, bear, and lizard. We also have an important early-game monster, the Tyrant, which later evolves into the Overlord. And for sure, we have lane creeps, which are minions.

5. Roles and Lanes

The roles of the heroes controlled in-game by players are important, along with lane understanding in rank matches. These decisions are crucial because, even if you have to play the hero you have not played before due to bans, this element always helps to deliver consistent performance in-game.

In MLBB  and Hok, Lane’s segments and roles are pretty much alike. They include three primary lanes: the Exp lane, the Mid lane, and the Gold lane. The most used yet unspoken lane is the jungle and roaming since they do not have a precise way paved out like other lanes.

The hero roles include mage, support, marksman, tank, fighter, and assassin. The mid-lane is primarily occupied by mages and heroes with dual roles, often involving magic. The Exp lane is mostly occupied by fighters, providing the necessary experience that every in-game fighter needs early in the game. The goal lane is the domain of the marksman and it supports gold gains.

If we talk about roaming, it includes covering the whole map and supporting teammates, which is done by tanks and supports. It is a tiring task, if you ask me. The most useful and important lane game is the jungle. Assassins mostly dominate this lane. But the fighter can also handle the jungle.

6. Heroes

Let us discuss the most important and interesting part of Mobile Legends and the Honor of Kings: the heroes, hero designs, and skill effects!

The MLBB and HoK are very similar in this aspect. In the given pictures, you can see the hero roles, designs, skills, and animations are the same in some way. The designs are the same, but the skills are different. If the skills are the same, the gender and design are different. Most of these MOBA games are supposed to take inspiration from their predecessors or historical roles and figures. The games are copying each other under the pretext of combination.

However, the major difference is that MLBB has taken inspiration from characters and myths worldwide, creating diversity, while HoK is purely based on Chinese lore. This is the case for HoK since it had a strong fanbase in China before the global launch. If we start to discuss it further, it deserves a separate article and detailed analysis.

7. Animation and Graphics

Today graphics and animation have become the main elements for many games to attract players. This element is crucial in the initial stage of any game to pull the player’s attention along with engaging lore and gameplay mechanics to keep them on the game.

MLBB features bright and vibrant graphics and smooth animations, though they are not detailed. It offers diverse cultural variants on the heroes and every skin and flashy skill of heroes. It has a bold and broad visual appeal to the characters, making them mute on the details. However, the story and event animations are top-notch compared to the gameplay animations of the map, and the characters complement the fast-paced gameplay.

Hok topples MLBB in terms of graphics and animation. It provides detailed, dynamic, and fluid performances on the hero designs, mainly based on Chinese cultural heritage. Providing a lush, smooth, and vibrant color environment, even the skills and skins are detailed and eye-catching. Even the characters are top-notch.

8. Equipment and Spells

Equipment and spells are the things many casual gamers ignore in MOBA games. It is a critical thing you cannot do without during gameplay. These are important to counter enemy heroes aside from your skill.

MLBB and Hok have detailed sets of equipment and spells that you can use depending on the hero you use to counter the enemy. For example, if the enemy has CC heroes who can debuff or stun you, then you can change the spell called Emblem to purify the debuff. It only works on certain heroes’ abilities; it cannot be sustained with the suppress debuff.

For equipment you purchase during matches to counter your enemy, if you’re uncertain about which equipment to choose, following the game’s recommendations is a good strategy. Both games offer a diverse and intricate array of equipment and spells can have identical effects but come with different names and designs.

9. MMR System  and In-App Purchases

The MMR system to rank heroes and in-game purchases are major things that keep players hooked in the game. It aims for a balanced and competitive gameplay environment.

Mobile Legends applies a straightforward method for rank matches and MMR systems. If the player wins the rank match, MMR increases depending on performance and decreases with every loss. It is focused on the individual hero’s power.

There is even a regional-to-global hero ranking system for each hero based on it, making the game very interesting and competitive. Purchases include skins, heroes, emblems, and in-game currencies (Diamonds). It also offers hero skins for cosmetic boosts and minor stat boosts. It also has a star-light battle pass system for regular P2W players. Even f2p is rewarded well through the events. It is pretty balanced in this aspect.

Honor of Kings has a fairer and less frustrating MMR system than MLBB. It matches players with comparable MMR. The MMR is not limited to a specific hero’s mastery. It is based on the role. For example, if you play many types of marksmen and win in the rank matches, the MMR increases. It is more performance-based than just winning. As for in-game purchases, it is similar to MLBB but does not provide extra stat boosts, making it suitable only for cosmetic purposes.

10. Esports Presence

The E-sport presence is something that every competitive game wants to be part of. It is very crucial for the game’s long-term running stability. If you earn e-sports recognition globally, it tends to increase their player bases, in turn increasing revenue and profit.

MLBB, having gained prevalence in the global market through its early release, boasts a strong presence in E-sports. It is popular and dominant in Southeast Asia and other nearby regions. It holds regular tournaments and events like the Mobile Legends Professional League (MPL). It has world championships like the Mobile Legends World Championship (M1, M2, etc.). The prize pool is quite lucrative, attracting players around the world. It commands millions of viewers across many platforms with regular events.

HoK has just been globally released and is struggling to gain e-sport fame in the pre-dominant market ruled by Mobile Legends. It will take time, but it has a strong grip on the Chinese player base, hosting tournaments and events like the King Pro League (KPL). It also has international competitions like the Honor of Kings World Champion Cup, which lures players with a significant prize pool.

Overview of the Current Situation:

Honestly, both the games copy and take inspiration from each other and their predecessors, especially on the mobile platform. Since more prominent MOBA games like League of Legends are mostly PC-optimized and have launched the mobile version too, they have not been able to take off in that e-sport like the other two. The Honor of Kings is a new player in the global industry of MOBA games, trying to earn its place among the top dogs like Mobile Legends: Bang Bang on mobile devices. And it looks like Honor of Kings is fully geared up to go against the Mobile MOBA king MLBB.

Only time will tell if it succeeds to topple MLBB or if there will be constant trifling with each other. Sensing the danger, MLBB has now started to cater to its player base more generously than ever before. The start of the promotional diamond events, free skins through events, and many other features have been exciting. As players, let’s grab our popcorn and glasses to watch where this competition takes the two titans of mobile

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Nexon America has announced the soft launch of MapleStory Worlds, where you can join others to create, explore, and play in vibrant user-generated worlds. MapleStory Worlds will soft-launch in North and South America for Android, iOS, and PC.

MapleStory is a 2D side-scrolling fan-favorite MMORPG developed by Nexon, which is recognized for its unique gameplay and art style. Nexon America has recently changed the way how players and creators interact with MapleStory through MapleStory Worlds. Originally launched in South Korea, MapleStory Worlds is now expanding worldwide, offering you a fresh way to dive into the MapleStory universe.

Experience the magical world of MapleStory with like-minded players and creators

With powerful world-building tools, the platform allows you to create worlds across various game genres using over 30 million MapleStory assets or you can use your assets. If you are a creator, you can use simple drag-and-drop tools or advanced Lua scripting to bring your imagination to life.

The game also allows you to create in-world avatar items and set a revenue model around it. Other players can then purchase these items from you like Roblox. As a player, you can explore and engage with any of the MapleStory Worlds for a unique experience. These worlds can accommodate many players and offer social features like friends lists, text chat, and chat rooms.

On this platform, you can personalize your avatar with countless options, including facial hair, hair color and styles, clothing, accessories, and so on. You can create new items if it is not available and can also earn revenue by selling them in the avatar shop.

MapleStory Worlds will soft-launch on October 16th, 2024 in North and South America and if you are from this region you can access it on Android, iOS, and PC. The platform is planning to launch in other regions as well in the future. Furthermore, you can subscribe to their newsletter to receive updates and be notified when the soft launch is live.

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