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Android Apps and Games are available for free for a limited time, including apps like Fake Call Screen, Stabilize Video, Simple Quote Widgets, Number to Word Convert, and Quick Volume Control.
Full Throttle, an adventure game by LucasArts, marked its 30th anniversary, leading to an investigation into its release date. Conflicting sources suggested various dates: April 30, April 20, and May 19, 1995. Double Fine Productions leans towards April 30, but that date fell on a Sunday, making it unlikely for a retail release. Investigation into original release files indicated modifications as late as May 2, 1995. An advertisement in The Daily Record on May 19, 1995, promoted the game, but staggered releases and miscommunication were common at the time. CompUSA expected copies by May 5, but they didn't reach shelves until at least May 18. Silk noted that requests for hints about the game began to appear after May 19, 1995, suggesting that this date may mark when the game entered public awareness.
The Google I/O event this year focused heavily on artificial intelligence, with the introduction of the Google AI Ultra plan priced at per month. This subscription includes access to the Gemini 2.5 model, Flow with Veo 3, early access to Project Mariner, 30TB of Google One storage, and YouTube Premium. The event's presentations were primarily aimed at developers, with limited consumer-facing innovations. Key topics like Android and Wear OS were presented in a pre-recorded video, suggesting a shift in focus towards AI and Search initiatives. The high subscription cost may deter average consumers from engaging with these new offerings.
The Google Play Store is currently offering a 5 discount on the unlocked Pixel 9 Pro Fold smartphone, a 0 reduction on Lenovo’s touchscreen Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition Copilot+ PC, and discounts of up to ,400 on Samsung OLED smart TVs. Additionally, notable app highlights include Agent A, Fury of Dracula, Aporkalypse, and Homo Machina.
Japanese Drift Master (JDM) is an open-world racing game set to be released on May 21, 2025, priced at in the U.S. and £29 in the U.K. Developed and published by Gaming Factory, it combines drifting mechanics with life simulation elements and explores Japanese drift culture through a narrative involving an outsider, a failing sushi delivery business, and an unsolved murder, presented in anime comic panels. The game features a variety of licensed vehicles, visual and performance upgrades, and event types such as drag races and delivery missions. While the drift physics are strong, the handling model may feel awkward for conventional driving. Players may face translation issues, optimization challenges, and performance hiccups, but the game offers inventive mission types and a rewarding progression system, encouraging exploration and vehicle customization.
Google has announced enhancements to its Gemini 2.5 models, including the 2.5 Pro version and the new 2.5 Flash model, which improves speed and efficiency. The 2.5 Pro will include native audio output controls for developers to customize speech. Enhanced security measures will protect against malicious instructions and prompt injection attacks. Project Mariner's functionality will be integrated into Gemini and Vertex AI. Google is also introducing insightful summaries for developers to aid in debugging, along with cost control features through a "thinking budget." A generally available model will be released, and support for Model Context Protocol (MCP) will facilitate the integration of open-source tools into Gemini projects.
There are free Android games available for a limited time, including "Monster Killer Pro," which is a top-down shooter game where the player shoots monsters.
- To turn off autoplay videos in feeds, go to the You tab, select the gear icon, choose General, tap Playback in feeds, and set it to Off.
- You can set a sleep timer for videos by tapping the gear icon while watching a video and selecting sleep timer, with options for 10, 15, 20, 30, 45, or 60 minutes.
- To fine-tune or disable app notifications, go to the You tab, select the gear icon, and tap Notifications to customize categories or use the Schedule digest feature.
- To change the default video quality, go to the You tab, select the gear icon, scroll down to Video quality preferences, and choose your preferred quality for mobile networks and Wi-Fi.
- You can adjust video playback controls by going to the You tab, selecting the gear icon, and tapping Playback to enable/disable autoplay for the next video, adjust skip intervals, and enable Picture-in-Picture mode.
New PC game releases this week include:
- Champions Tactics Reforged: A turn-based PvP battler with nostalgic tabletop figurines.
- S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Enhanced Editions: Enhanced versions of the beloved series, including Shadow Of Chornobyl, Clear Sky, and Call Of Prypiat.
- The Siege and the Sandfox: A sidescrolling stealth metroidvania with enchanting pixel art visuals.
- Jumping Jazz Cats: A whimsical racing game featuring feline competitors.
- Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer: A point-and-click adventure involving a serial killer and a biker detective.
- Monster Train 2: A sequel combining tower defense and roguelite deck-building.
- FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time: An RPG focused on life simulation and restoring a neglected island.
- City Tales - Medieval Era: An early access title encouraging creative construction.
- Deliver At All Costs: A 1950s toy-town game offering a GTA-style experience.
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Tactics RPG: A tactical gameplay title in the beloved franchise.
- Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny: A remastered version with updated controls and HD visuals.
- 9 Kings: A strategic card game for building kingdoms and engaging in combat.
- Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping: A detective game with a quirky narrative.
Additionally, the Treehouse team is preparing for Computex 2025 and the Summer Games Fest, while managing various review commitments and projects.
Doodle is a Java-based open-source wallpaper application developed by Patrick Zedler, featuring the original Doodle wallpaper collection from the Pixel 4 and unreleased Material You static wallpapers from the Pixel 6. The app allows users to explore wallpapers organized into three categories, select variants, add accent colors, set daily random wallpapers, and toggle night mode. Doodle includes three live wallpapers with interactive features like "Swipe" and "Tilt" effects. Users can customize live wallpaper animations and app color themes through various settings. During testing on a Samsung smartphone with Android 14, some features like the "Swipe" effect and Accent Colors were non-functional due to compatibility issues with the default launcher. The app's live wallpaper occasionally malfunctioned during the lock/unlock process, and transitioning between light and dark modes required relaunching the app. The source code is available on GitHub under GPLv3 licensing, and the app can be downloaded from F-Droid and the Play Store.
