Everyone’s Got a Go-To Game!

abril 20, 2025 12:00 pm

Hello, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 79, your ultimate guide to the most intriguing and Verge-worthy content in the universe. (If this is your first time here, greetings—your free time may never be the same! Don’t forget to check out all past editions at the Installer homepage.)

In the past week, I’ve delved into topics like dire wolves, Neuralink, and the Xbox’s history. I’ve been watching The Last of Us, and Your Friends and Neighbors, meticulously going through Graydon Carter’s book on magazines, trying out a Brick to manage my screen time, analyzing macrodata in Rift, and collecting countless tips from this Reddit thread about internet life hacks.

This week, I’ve got a game that’s sure to improve your life while also consuming it, a new season of a beloved show, an AirTag alternative that’s worth a look, a delightful new desk organizer, and plenty more. We took a break last week, and I missed you all greatly. Let’s dive back in!

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Blue Prince. This game technically launched last week during our break, but so many of you have praised it that I felt it warranted mention. It’s an intricate puzzle game that demands careful play, and I appreciate that! Any game that motivates my friends to take detailed notes while playing is certainly something special.
The Polaroid Flip. Instant camera enthusiasts might not favor this device, but I find it ingenious — it alerts you if a shot is out of focus or poorly exposed. While imperfect photos add charm, instant film can be pricey; let’s ensure my pictures turn out well!
The Rehearsal season 2. Nathan Fielder is undoubtedly brilliant. This show, where Fielder prepares individuals for significant life moments, constantly blurs the line between reality and fiction—plus, it