Lars Andersen
There’s no shortage of fitness apps trying to gamify your workouts, from Marvel Move’s superhero storytime jogs to The Conqueror’s virtual postcard-driven walks through Middle-earth. But none of them start with a disgruntled Minotaur named Humbert who wants to rehab his image and glutes. That’s Threkka, a sideways entry in the fitness genre that’s equal parts tycoon sim, folklore fever dream, and habit-forming health app. It quietly snuck onto the App Store earlier this year and has been building a curious little universe ever since, one treadmill made of cardboard and GPS-challenged unicorn at a time. ... [MORE]
As you gear up for the Sweet Discoveries event, Pokémon Go is sharpening its blades for the upcoming Crown Clash event, and the timing couldn’t be more royal. From May 10th to 18th, you’ll get your chance to evolve the formidable Kingambit, don a crown or two, and stock up on shinies, all while raking in bonus XP just for evolving. Kingambit, the Big Blade Pokémon, makes its long-awaited debut during the Crown Clash event in Pokémon Go. To add it to your team, you’ll need to evolve Bisharp, but there’s a twist: Bisharp must be your buddy, and you'll need to defeat 15 Dark- or Steel-type Pokémon in Raid Battles. No need for Bisharp to do the battling - just bring it along for the ride and collect those wins. ... [MORE]
The humble dwarf is a gripping fantasy trope for a good reason. Who wouldn't want to combine manual labour with a stunning grasp of smithing and metalworking, and live in a grand underground hall? Which is precisely why something such as Craft The World has proven so popular. This long-running RTS crafting hybrid can best be described as a much more user-friendly version of the granular simulation Dwarf Fortress. With more comfortable graphics and a 2D plane approach, you'll develop your own dwarven stronghold as you direct your humble populace to mine, craft and defend your holding. ... [MORE]
There's a lot of argument over when exactly the heyday of the fighting genre was. Was it the 90s with hits like Street Fighter III? The 2000s and Guilty Gear? Or the 2020s and dominance of those such as Tekken? Either way, few would argue that Street Fighter IV helped revamp interest in this iconic, brawling genre of gaming. Now, thanks to Netflix Games, you'll be able to relive Street Fighter IV: Championship Edition and its cast of over 30 fighters and 12 stages to fight in. Be that the classic duo of Ryu and Ken, returning Third Strike alumni Elena and Dudley, or other fan-favourites such as C. Viper and Juri Ha,n who debuted in this iconic release. ... [MORE]
Africa, with its huge Catholic population, featured prominently on Pope Francis's agenda.
Nick Booker, a British influencer, documented the vibrant fusion of cultures in three engaging videos.
Garena have released their multiplatform entry in the hit tactical shooter series Delta Force, which arrived today on iOS and Android just a little later than expected. Promising both tight tactical gameplay in a familiar extraction shooter mode, it also sells itself on the promise of even grander 24v24 battles on the air, sea and land. At launch, Delta Force for mobile also includes the newest season, Eclipse Vigil, which introduces a new night and dusk-themed map for Operations and Warfare mode, as well as new night-vision goggles. The newest operator, Nox, also offers equally subversive abilities for players interested in using strategy and subterfuge on the field. ... [MORE]
Race Across the World has confirmed the route for series 5
While the major news at the moment may be the return of a beloved classic, there's a devoted fan base for RPGs even further back. With Summerwind, a single developer has been crafting this labour of love for over ten years, and it looks to be getting into the hands of players on mobile very soon after some time on the shelf. Summerwind is set in a fantasy world where a young woman named Ivi has developed the ability to tame monsters. Accompanied by her pet dinosaur, she finds herself swept up in an adventure that will take her into the depths of a mysterious dungeon, to stop a magical storm that threatens not just her home but the whole world. ... [MORE]
Gone are the days of the Friday night fish and chip supper being the go to takeaway for the UK, a new study has revealed that residents in Northern Ireland prefer a Chinese takeaway instead.
He was no liberal, but Francis embodied a spirit of international solidarity that is in alarmingly short supply, says Guardian Europe columnist Nathalie Tocci
Scott Vickers was planning on buying a 1996 Ford Bronco for his Summit Ford showroom — until he learned he would have to pay more than $8,000 in tariffs.
How tall you are should have no impact on your leadership potential, and yet, every election cycle, it’s a question that Canadians keep asking Google.
A bombshell review has revealed every project in Queensland’s hospital expansion plan is over budget, delayed, and some may never be built.
A repair bill for pothole damage to your car could set you back up to £460
A report by Community Living Ontario shines a light on the use of secluding, restraining and excluding students.
Wilton Littlechild remembers closing his eyes before Pope Francis led his first mass at the Vatican more than a decade ago.
The Maple Leafs have been telling us they’re good for most of a decade, racking up big contracts and stats to burn. Tuesday night was on a short list of