The Wrapp – Bending time, deck-building delights and virtual skiing

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Hey there, welcome to our latest edition of The Wrapp.

Here’s your chance to peek into our upcoming gaming plans at Pocket Gamer, which may offer a glimpse of the quirky activities we engage in when not delivering the latest gaming updates and strategies. Who knows, you might discover an exciting new game for yourself!

Will Quick

Freelance Writer

Wow, it seems I’ve made it to the top of the Wrapp list! What a sign! I hope this won’t interfere too much with my spare time as I’m eager to explore other itch.io categories. With Game Jam season potentially approaching or receding, I might find myself spending more time with Solo Leveling: Arise, if only it doesn’t crash every few minutes. If it does, then there’s more opportunity for me to delve into Crashlands 2 while writing my review instead.

Additionally, the Maono microphone seems like a promising alternative for my existing one, as it has successfully cleared the podcast trial and is ready for a recording assessment. Now, it’s high time to lend it a hand in narrating some animated videos!


Catherine Dellosa

Reviews Editor

Over the weekend, I’ve got two delightful mobile games ready to play – Disney Magic Match 3D and Timelie. I intend to highlight these games on Ahead of the Game. Though I haven’t started playing them yet, I’m eagerly looking forward to matching my favorite Disney characters in a grid layout, all while navigating through time with a young girl and a secretive cat in Timelie simultaneously.

Also, did Will just beat me to The Wrapp this week? I shall not stand for this!


Toni Oisin H.C.

Freelance Writer

This weekend, I intend to finish playing ENA: Dream BBQ. I hadn’t encountered the ENA series until its recent release a few days ago, so the surreal, Satoshi Kon-like hellish landscape might be even more disconcerting and mind-bending for me than for those who are familiar with it. I’m looking forward to enjoying the experience with minimal background knowledge.

Instead, learning about this brought to my attention that Newgrounds is still around – a site I used to spend countless hours on in the 2000s. Perhaps I’ll find myself indulging in some old-school web games such as Hatsune Miku Bomb Squad! instead.


Cristina Mesesan

Staff Writer

Having wrapped up an excellent reading experience and minimal gaming time last week, I’m all geared up to elevate my play this weekend with a dose of Path of Exile. The long-awaited release is here, making me eager to immerse myself in the game.

In terms of mobile gaming, the latest Teamfight Tactics set has dropped, leaving me eager to dive in and explore every aspect! I’d been looking forward to both releases, but I must admit, I didn’t anticipate them coming out simultaneously. Oh well, looks like some sleepless nights are ahead!


Shaun Walton

Staff Writer

Due to holiday activities and a hectic month end, I’ve had less time for gaming recently. However, I expect this weekend to be calmer, so I’ll be diving back into Xenoblade Chronicles X. It’s just as enchanting as I recalled, and last night (or very early this morning), I unlocked the flight feature. No need to judge me!

On the topic of mobile gaming, I’ve recently ventured into ranked battles on Pokemon TCG Pocket, spurred by the arrival of Lucario ex, considered one of the best Pokemon. Unfortunately, it appears I’m currently matched with bots, which might be for the better. I had a couple of games with Stephen not long ago, and my performance left much to be desired. But fear not, revenge is on the horizon!


Stephen Gregson-Wood

Deputy & Special Projects Editor

Indeed, I did triumph over Shaun in a three-round showdown of strategic prowess in the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online. Yet, my victory was primarily attributed to staying updated with the current game meta, rather than exceptional skill. This week, I’ll venture into ranked matches as well. You see, your rank determines the number of Hourglasses you earn, enabling me to open more booster packs – something we all strive for!

Apart from this, I’m considering playing Grand Mountain Adventure 2 following the reviews of our App Army. Not only does their enthusiasm for it pique my interest, but as the weather here in the UK is getting warmer, I find myself missing the chill. I adore cold weather, so I hope that skiing virtually will rekindle those icy sensations I long for.


Iwan Morris

Staff Writer

It seems I’ve come to terms that it’s time for an upgrade since my S20 is getting quite old. With games like Songs of Conquest out now and more powerful devices on the market, it feels right to start looking for something new. Additionally, I’ve been heavily playing Super Meat Boy Forever and eagerly awaiting Castle v Castle release.


Dann Sullivan

Editor in Chief

This coming weekend promises a plethora of Minecraft activities for me and my loved ones, with the added excitement of the movie being in cinemas. So, it’s quite probable that we’ll take turns playing Minecraft at least once.

Beyond this point, I’ll carry on with my TCG Pocket Deck Completion mission (I only need eight more cards from the latest pack and three from Time & Space). This task is being facilitated by the new Sneak Peek system, which boosts the chances slightly. Even though increasing the odds from 20% to 25% may seem insignificant, it actually provides a considerable advantage.

I’ve been thoroughly enjoying the roguelike, run-based mode in Gordian Quest, and I plan to invest another dozen hours or so in it. Furthermore, I found that Monster Train is still on my device, and since a sequel is on the horizon, I might as well revisit it. It’s like experiencing a whirlwind journey through a chaotic world hurtling toward hell, so why not make the most of the ride?

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2025-04-04 20:19