At Pocket Gamer, we strive to bring you the latest and greatest in mobile gaming, but sometimes a gem slips through the cracks. One such hidden treasure I stumbled upon at Gamescom Latam last week is Dynabytes' Fantasma, an exciting augmented reality multiplayer GPS adventure. Say that five times fast!
Fantasma's presence at the event not only served to raise its profile but also marked the release of a significant update. This update introduces support for Japanese, Korean, Malay, and Portuguese—fitting, given the event's location in Brazil. Dynabytes isn't stopping there; they plan to roll out Spanish, Italian, and German support in the coming months, broadening the game's accessibility even further.
So, what's Fantasma all about? Imagine a world where you're tasked with tracking down and battling pesky entities known as Fantasmas. These creatures are causing havoc, and it's up to you to stop them. To do this, you'll need to set up bait—not the traditional kind, but portable electromagnetic fields that lure these beings to you.
Once the Fantasmas are enticed, you'll engage them in augmented reality combat. This means you'll be swinging your phone around, whether you're in your bedroom, a local park, or anywhere else, aiming to keep the Fantasma in your sights. Tap the screen to shoot energy balls at them, and once you've depleted their health, you can capture them in specialized bottles.
The Fantasmas you encounter are tied to your real-world location, encouraging you to explore your surroundings to find more. But you don't have to go it alone; deploy sensors to extend your radar and attract these entities from a greater distance. Plus, you can team up with other players for a more collaborative and social experience.
Fantasma is now available on both the App Store and Google Play, offering a free-to-play experience with in-app purchases. If you're intrigued, you can download it for your preferred platform using the convenient buttons below.
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