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Good news about Games
Positive stories about Games, gathered from the newsrooms Rally reads. Every headline links back to the publisher who reported it.
8 stories.
6-Year-Old Girl in China Sets a Rubik’s Cube Record
Lian Yunzhi of China solved a Rubik’s Cube five times in an average of 4.27 seconds, setting a women’s world record.
The New York Times
Singapore to host Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship in 2027
Singapore will host the Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship in 2027, marking the first time the event has been held in an Asian country outside Japan. This expands opportunities for players and fans in the region, celebrating the game’s global appeal. It’s a milestone for the competitive card game community.
The Straits Times
Panic passes Trump tariff refunds back to the Playdate customers who paid them
Panic is refunding customers who paid tariffs on Playdate handhelds, reversing an unfair cost imposed by the Trump administration. The move helps buyers who were overcharged, showing the company’s commitment to fairness. It’s a rare win for consumers caught in policy disputes.
Ars Technica
Meta brings Pocket, an app that lets you vibe-code and share games, to US users
Meta’s Pocket app, which lets users create and share AI-generated games, is now available to everyone in the U.S. after a quiet rollout in Brazil. The tool makes game design accessible, offering a fun way to build and explore interactive experiences. It’s a fresh way to connect through creativity.
TechCrunch
Secrets of a Jeopardy Champion
Winning *Jeopardy* isn’t about knowing everything—it’s about strategy and quick thinking. The author shares their own struggles with trivia, proving that even casual players can learn from champions. It’s a reminder that persistence and cleverness matter more than perfection.
The Atlantic
What are you most proud of? New card deck encourages seniors to share personal memories
A new deck of 90 cards helps older adults share memories and life stories. The tool encourages meaningful conversations and preserves personal histories. It’s a simple way to connect generations and celebrate lived experiences.
The Straits Times
Star speedcubers square off at European championship
More than 1,200 speedcubers from 53 countries are gathering in the Netherlands for the European Speedcubing Championship, where top competitors will test their skills in creative challenges. The event celebrates the global community of puzzle enthusiasts and their impressive problem-solving abilities.
Al Jazeera
The Atlantic Introduces Whodunit Game: Lemony Snicket’s Suspicious Incident in Dubious Park
As part of its ongoing expansion into Games, today The Atlantic is launching its first immersive-narrative game: Lemony Snicket’s Suspicious Incident in Dubious Park. The game transports characters to the center of a fictional scene––written by the author Lemony Snicket––to solve a murder mystery.
The Atlantic
