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Time Business News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Business News
Why Jjjt Game Is 2025's Must-Try Mobile Craze (And Why Everyone's Playing It)
If you've been checking out trending games on your phone lately, you might've stumbled across something called Jjjt Game — and no, it's not just another flashy name in the endless sea of mobile apps. It's the real deal. Fast, addictive, and honestly more fun than half the stuff clogging the app stores in 2025. I downloaded Jjjt Game out of curiosity — and 30 minutes later, I realized I hadn't blinked. That's when I knew this game was something special. Let's dive into what makes Jjjt Game such a hit and why you might just become obsessed too. Right from launch, Jjjt Game keeps it simple — no confusing menus, no 5-minute tutorials. You hit start, and boom — you're in. The visuals are crisp and modern, but not overdone. It doesn't try to blind you with glittery animations. Instead, it focuses on what matters: fast-paced gameplay, quick reflexes, and smooth mechanics that challenge your instincts. The design is smart — every tap, every swipe, every combo feels like it matters. Whether you're killing time in line at Starbucks or deep in your nightly wind-down session, this game fits your schedule (and your attention span). So, what's the deal with the actual game? Jjjt Game combines precision tapping with timed sequences, reflex-based action, and a bit of puzzle-solving depending on the level. You don't just blindly mash buttons — you react , adapt , and strategize . And that's exactly why it's so satisfying. Some levels are short and snappy, others feel like boss fights. Either way, you're always pushing for a new personal best — and that 'one more try' feeling kicks in hard. There are also unlockable modes, daily challenges, and rotating mini-games that keep things fresh. The devs clearly know how to keep players coming back without shoving ads or IAPs down your throat every 5 seconds. One quick search on Reddit or YouTube, and you'll see what I'm talking about. Jjjt Game has quietly become a cult favorite — the kind of game that spreads through word of mouth instead of million-dollar ad campaigns. Some real player quotes I found: 'The timing is everything — feels like Guitar Hero met Subway Surfers in the best possible way.' 'I rage-quit this game five times in one hour… and still couldn't stop playing.' 'Clean, hard, and fair. This is what mobile gaming should be.' You don't get reviews like that unless a game really hits the mark. Here's where Jjjt Game stands out from the crowd: ✅ Zero forced ads ✅ Doesn't drain your battery like crazy ✅ Offline play support ✅ No giant download size ✅ You can actually improve with skill — not just upgrades It respects your time, your phone's performance, and your need for quick entertainment. That alone puts it miles ahead of most mobile games today. In a world full of clones and lookalike titles, Jjjt Game has an identity. It doesn't pretend to be a console game. It doesn't bombard you with loot boxes. It just… works. And it's fun . Other games often promise complexity but deliver frustration. Jjjt Game flips that — it starts simple, then subtly ramps up your skill level until you're dodging, tapping, and reacting like a pro without even realizing it. It's a rare kind of game that makes you better just by playing it — and gives you genuine satisfaction when you finally beat that one insane level you've been stuck on. If you like slow-paced, idle games — maybe not. But if you enjoy: Real-time reaction-based gameplayMental focus and fast learning curvesSeamless mobile performance Challenge with a reward
Express Tribune
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
New Tony Hawk's Pro Skater to remove "disrespectful" Guitar Hero Easter egg after player concerns
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 will remove a Guitar Hero Easter egg after it attracted attention from players. The Easter egg, found inside a trash can on the Waterpark level, appeared as a game box referencing Guitar Hero, a series developed by Neversoft, which previously worked on Tony Hawk titles. The discovery was shared on the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 subreddit, with one Reddit user stating, 'Goes to show Iron Galaxy's respect for Neversoft.' Some players viewed the inclusion as a sign of disrespect towards the earlier franchise, while others considered it a joke referencing the past. Iron Galaxy, the developer behind the remake, confirmed the removal on its official Reddit account. The studio stated, 'We have the utmost respect for anyone who makes games, we're investigating how that got in there in the first place.' The post also thanked the community for bringing the matter to attention, confirming that the asset will be removed in the next update. The Easter egg appeared in Waterpark, a new level in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4, alongside Movie Studio and Pinball. These new levels, combined with returning locations, feature the franchise's signature gameplay while introducing expanded Create-A-Skater and Create-A-Park modes. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 was released in July, bringing the third and fourth entries of the series to modern hardware, allowing players to revisit iconic locations and perform signature combos with up to eight skaters in multiplayer.
Montreal Gazette
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Montreal Gazette
Dunlevy: 25 free shows to catch at 45th Montreal International Jazz Festival
By Montreal Gazette With 350 shows on tap, the 45th Montreal International Jazz Festival offers a panoply of mouth-watering entertainment options, June 26 to July 5. The kicker? Most of them don't cost a dime. To help get you off the couch and into the crowded downtown streets, here are 25 free concerts to catch over the next 10 days at our city's iconic summer event. THURSDAY, JUNE 26 Balthvs (June 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the TD Stage). They have been compared to trippy Texan instrumental it-band Khruangbin, but Colombia's Bathvs have their own beguiling groove. Kombilesa Mi (June 26 and 27 at 8:30 p.m. at Le Cabaret TD Assurances) (and Friday). This Afro-Colombian ensemble mixes traditional percussion with lively raps to rousing effect. Mavis Staples (Thurs., June 26 at 9:30 p.m., TD Stage). As the last living member of the Staple Singers, Mavis Staples is a soul music legend. Her father was close friends with Martin Luther King, and Bob Dylan once proposed to her. On the jazz fest's opening night, she will take you there. FRIDAY, JUNE 27 Yasmin Williams (7 p.m., Rogers Stage). North Virginia six-string virtuoso Yasmin Williams learned her instrument at 12 years old by playing Guitar Hero. She plays fingerstyle guitar, i.e. on her lap with the strings facing up, but it's her wonderfully intricate music that will win your heart. Balkan Paradise Orchestra (8 and 10 p.m., Rio Tinto Stage). This all-female Barcelona collective mixes percussion, strings, horns and synths for a festive sound at once traditional and modern. Blue Rodeo (9:30 p.m., TD Stage). Can-rock heroes play a big free show in the heart of downtown on a Friday night. What's not to like? SATURDAY, JUNE 28 Kelly Finnigan and the Atonements (7 and 9 p.m., Rogers Stage). L.A.'s Kelly Finnigan sings blue-eyed soul like he means it. He and his band the Atonements will charm you with their retro-fitted, funkafied styles. Elisapie (9:30 p.m., TD Stage). Quebec darling Elisapie takes the main stage with songs from her hit 2023 album Inuktitut, featuring breathtaking Inuk covers of '80s pop and rock classics, and from throughout her 20-year career. SUNDAY, JUNE 29 Tyreek McDole (6 p.m., Le Studio TD) If you're a sucker for jazz song with a new-school twist, Tyreek McDole is your man. The Haitian-American vocalist from Florida dropped his debut album Open Up Your Senses on June 6. Catch him while you can. PJ Morton (9:30 p.m., TD Stage). Maroon 5 keyboardist PJ Morton's latest album Cape Town to Cairo mixes Gospel, soul, funk and African influences in a multitude of fly combinations. Ghost-Note (11 p.m., Rogers Stage). Snarky Puppy drummer Robert 'Sput' Searight and percussionist Nate Werth's frenetic, psychedelic jazz-funk side-project is a voyage worth taking. MONDAY, JUNE 30 Nubya Garcia (7:30 p.m., TD Stage). With her third album, Odyssey, released last year, British jazz saxophonist Nubya Garcia continues to push the boundaries of the genre. Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue (9:30 p.m., TD Stage). New Orleans horn-man Trombone Shorty has become a jazz fest regular, and with good reason — he always brings the funky good times. TUESDAY, JULY 1 Ayra Starr (9:30 p.m., TD Stage). As a leading figure of the surging Afrobeats genre, Nigeria's Sarah Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, better known as Ayra Starr, may well deliver one of the defining moments of this year's jazz fest. Endea Owens and the Cookout (7:30 p.m., TD Stage). Detroit bassist-composer Endea Owens has toured with Wynton Marsalis, Diana Ross and Solange, and performed as part of Stephen Colbert's house band. She mixes hard bop jazz, soul, blues and gospel with style and grace. Andy Rubal (8 and 10 p.m., Rio Tinto Stage) Born in Cuba, where he began singing with the group Baby Salsa at age 6, Montrealer Andy Rubal has grown up on stage. He's got showmanship and spark, as will present tunes from his forthcoming album in his mid-festival performance. You should have comfortable footwear: there will be dancing. WEDNESDAY, JULY 2 Christine Jensen Quartet (6 p.m., Le Studio TD). Christine Jensen's lyricism is matched only by her ingenuity. The multi-Juno-winning jazz saxophonist and long-time Montrealer appears with a rock-solid quartet featuring pianist Gary Versace, bassist Adrian Vedady and drummer Jim Doxas. Men I Trust (9:30 p.m., TD Stage). Led by vocalist Emma Proulx, groovy Montreal indie trio Men I Trust knows how to set a mood. The band has released not one, but two albums this year, providing ample material to take a hometown crowd on a whole new sonic adventure. Los Bitchos (7:30 p.m., TD Stage). As their name suggests, Los Bitchos don't take themselves too seriously. The all-female British outfit features members from Australia/Turkey, Sweden and the U.K., and instrumental tracks with influences ranging from cumbia to new wave, punk and indie-rock. THURSDAY, JULY 3 Allison Russell (9:30 p.m., TD Stage). Born and raised in Montreal, Grammy-winning artist Allison Russell is now based out of Nashville. She brings soul, star power and disarming candour to her down-home brand of folk and roots rock. Do not miss this. Beth McKenna (6 p.m., Pub Molson). Montreal jazz saxophonist Beth McKenna knows her way around a groove and takes an artful approach to melody. She'll play music from her new album Momentum in this early evening slot. FRIDAY, JULY 4 Dylan Synclair (7:30 p.m., TD Stage). The jazz fest goes urban with this main stage appearance by Toronto R&B singer Dylan Sinclair, whose smooth falsetto and spacious arrangements trace new possibilities for the post-Drake/Weeknd era. Frente Cumbiero (8 and 10 p.m., Rio Tinto Stage). Expanding the possibilities of cumbia is the raison d'être of this fearless foursome from Colombia. SATURDAY, JULY 5 Sun Ra Arkestra (7 p.m., Rogers Stage). Led by 101-year-old saxophonist Marshall Allen, who just released his debut solo album New Dawn, Philadelphia's Sun Ra Arkestra is a legendary sonic entity that carries on in the spirit of its titular founder.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Fortnite gets a musical makeover as Sabrina Carpenter joins the festival stage
Image via Epic Games Pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter is all set to take centre stage - virtually. In a unique blend of music and gaming, Epic Games has announced the Dance With Sabrina event as part of Fortnite Festival Season 8. The limited-time experience will run from May 30 to June 16, offering players a chance to attend a virtual concert and even star in it. How players can perform live in Fortnite's virtual concert The event will be hosted on Fortnite's Jam Stage, a mode designed to emulate the rhythm-based fun of games like Guitar Hero. Players can choose to perform as a vocalist, guitarist, drummer or bassist, and time their moves to hit songs such as 'Espresso' and 'Bad Chem'. The better the performance, the more their heart meter fills up - pushing them closer to an in-game spotlight. Those who score the highest during a session won't just be passive participants. Top performers will be assigned dynamic roles such as Dance Leader, Video Artist, or Special Effects Pro. Each role offers creative control over different parts of the show, from picking emotes and lighting effects to setting the stage's visual themes. The event is designed to be interactive and celebratory, with each concert shaped by its players. While this isn't the first time Fortnite has partnered with musical artists, Carpenter's event stands out for its immersive format. Earlier this year, her music and cosmetics were added to the game through the Season 8 Music Pass. Now, fans will get a more personal connection as they perform and pose alongside Carpenter's in-game avatar. Bad Chem bundle hits the item shop Adding to the excitement is the Bad Chem Bundle, which will be available in the Fortnite Item Shop starting May 29 at 8 PM ET. It includes a themed emote and jam track, timed perfectly for players wanting to dance in style. Though Epic has not confirmed any XP or cosmetic rewards for the Dance With Sabrina mode, players who top the leaderboard during a performance will get a chance to appear in the Finale Snapshot - a virtual group photo featuring Sabrina's avatar. For fans of the singer, it's an opportunity to be part of a digital tour experience unlike any other. And for Fortnite players, it's a chance to show off their rhythm and creativity in a global pop music celebration. So whether you're a seasoned Fortnite fan or a Sabrina Carpenter follower, mark your calendars - Fortnite is ready to get the party started. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Scotsman
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Under the Radar: Water Machine
Water Machine PIC: Jannica Honey Drawing inspiration from The Pastels, The Beastie Boys and Pavement, Glasgow band Water Machine have developed an idiosyncratic sound that includes snatches of fiddle music and a dog on guest vocals, write Olaf Furniss and Derick Mackinnon Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Glasgow's Water Machine have been making quite a splash since forming in 2023, garnering endorsements from the likes of punk legend Henry Rollins and veteran presenter Marc Riley. A further seal of approval comes from signing to Fat Cat Records, which has served as a career springboard for the likes of Frightened Rabbit, Twilight Sad and Honeyblood, as well as Icelandic legends Sigur Ros. Water Machine PIC: Jannica Honey The band cite inspirations including The Pastels, The Beastie Boys, Pavement and La Tigre, and have created an idiosyncratic sound which includes the occasional bit of fiddle as well as guest vocals from band member Flore's dog, Pat. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The band – whose members include a chef, a professional quiz master and a drummer who learned to play on Guitar Hero – already have a 6Music session under their belt, as well as appearances at the Great Western Festival and most recently The Great Escape festival in Brighton. Their album God Park (which includes a limited edition vinyl version), is released on 20 June with a special launch at the Old Hairdressers in Glasgow. Summer shows include Kelburn Garden Party and the JT Soar Festival in Nottingham, with UK-wide and European tours to follow in September and October. Olaf Furniss and Derick Mackinnon run music industry seminar and social night Born To Be Wide visit
