Mobile phones designed for gaming

The Asus ROG Phone (left) and the Razer Phone 2 (right) are the new smartphones dedicated to gaming, as the shift of gaming moves from the desktop to mobile devices like smartphones.
The Asus ROG Phone (left) and the Razer Phone 2 (right) are the new smartphones dedicated to gaming, as the shift of gaming moves from the desktop to mobile devices like smartphones.ST PHOTO: TREVOR TAN

Packed with faster processors and better screens, these phones appeal to serious gamers, but remain a niche product for now

Published: 
Nov 28, 2018, 5:00 am SGT
vinchang@sph.com.sg

Fans of the popular Diablo series of computer games had a rude shock earlier this month.

They had been anticipating a new Diablo sequel, but to their consternation, developer Blizzard revealed that the next instalment - Diablo: Immortal - would be a mobile game.

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