The April 2025 games landscape continues to evolve with solutions and products that prioritize accessibility, customization, and innovative technologies. In this roundup, we explore the latest gaming trends that are redefining the industry and changing the way we play.
One brand championing inclusivity is Xbox with its new and innovative Adaptive Joystick. This product enhances accessibility with a customizable design, seamlessly working with the Xbox Adaptive Controller. Available exclusively at the Microsoft Store, this wired joystick reinforces Microsoft's commitment to inclusive gaming.
Expanding the global library of games is Blades of Fire, an action-adventure game revolving around Aran de Lira, the firstborn of the King's Ward, who must battle against Queen Nerea's army of abominations. With a unique weapon forging system, mysteries and epic settings, this title ensures a plug-and-play experience without additional updates.
Top 65 Games Trends in April

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E-Waste Portable Game Systems
The Steam Deck Motherboard Case Concept is Screen-Free

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Popular Game-Inspired QSR Menus
McDonald’s Canada Debuts the Minecraft Movie Meal and Happy Meal®
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Retro Gaming Smartwatches
The Atari 2600 My Play Smartwatch Has Four Classic Games
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Immersive Horror Games
Eyes Never Wake's Monster Sees Players Through Their Webcam
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Vertical Dual-Screen Handhelds
The MagicX Zero 40
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GenAI Gameplay Ideators
Muse by Microsoft is the First World and Human Action Model
59
Retro Gaming Room Experiences
Step Back in Time with W Montréal’s Retro Gaming Box Experience
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Candy-Branded Video Game Partnerships
The Mentos Fizzookas Rocket Debuted on Fortnite Creative
57
Game-Themed Soap Collabs
Dr. Squatch X Call of Duty Bring Battle-Ready Hygiene to Your Routine
56
Detachable Gaming Console Laptops
The Wistron Dual Fusion Imagines a System for Work and Play
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Augmented Reality Game Divisions
Niantic Sold its Game Division to Scopely Incorporated
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AI Game Development Tools
Roblox Revealed a Suite of New AI Dev Tools at GDC 2025
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Hall-Effect Gaming Keyboards
The K4 HE from Keychron Features Magnetic Hall-Effect Switches
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AI-Accelerated Dedicated GPUs
Palit's RTX 5090 GameRock is Aesthetic and Runs Cold
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Cooperative Action Adventure Games
It Takes Two Developer Hazelight is Back with 'Split Fiction'
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Handheld Retro Gaming Consoles
The AYANEO Pocket MICRO Classic Weighs in at 227-Grams
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AI-Powered Creative Analytics Platforms
Segwise Added a New Analytics Feature to its Platform
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Affordable High-Memory GPUs
AMD's Upcoming Radeon RX 9060 XT Will Feature 16GB of VRAM
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Phygital Jewelry Competitions
PhygitalTwin and AvakinLife Let Players Win Real In-Game Accessories
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Game Console Rental Programs
Sony Now Offers the Ability to Rent or Lease a PlayStation 5 Console
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Gamified Community Platforms
Forge Launched 'Forge Direct' to Foster Natural Community Growth
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Virtual Reality Creator Funds
Meta is Expanding its Meta Horizon Creator Program with $50M Fund
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Space-Simulation Joystick Setups
Thrustmaster Offers a Dual Joystick Product for Space Sims
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Immersive Cereal Cities
Kellogg's Town Welcomes Virtual Visitors in a Breakfast World
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Dinosaur Gameplay Experiences
The Sandbox Partnered with Jurassic World for a Unique Metaverse
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Updated Gaming Controllers
The Xbox Adaptive Joystick Expands Inclusive Gaming
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Smart TV Party Games
Jackbox Games is Coming to Smart TVs Through a New Update
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Game Console Beta Programs
Sony Streamlines its PS5 Beta Program with New Upgrades
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Hotel-Focused Esports Deals
Hanwha Life Esports Renews its Partnership with THE PLAZA
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London-Based Skincare Events
Byoma is Set to Host a Pop-Up for its Skincare Launch in London
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AI-Powered Gaming Ecosystems
Razer Unveiled its New 'Wyvrn' Ecosystem to Enhance Gaming
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Western European Esports Expansions
OG Esports Launches its First Mobile Team for Honor of Kings
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Gamified Productivity Apps
Tomo Cafe is an Anime-Inspired Productivity App With RPG Elements
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Debut Competitive Esports Tournaments
The Finals is Hosting its First $100K Esports Tournament
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Virtual Blockchain-Based Casinos
Pebble City is Coming to Mobile Devices on the Sui Blockchain
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Interactive Dollhouse-Themed Games
Gabby's Dollhouse: A-meow-zing Moves Launches on Nex Playground
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AI-Accelerated Gaming Assistants
Microsoft's 'Copilot for Gaming' will Provide Real-Time Aid
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Cosmic Mobile Game Releases
Katamari Damacy is Receiving a New Iteration on Apple Arcade
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Refreshed GPU Collections
Acer Added Radeon RX 9000 Series Cards to Predator BiFrost Lineup
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Free Horror Game Prologues
Ice-Pick Lodge is Launching a Prologue to Pathologic 3 on Steam
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Gaming Hardware Bundles
MSI is Offering Free Add-On Copies of Assassin's Creed: Shadows
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Software-Enhanced Game Consoles
Sony and AMD are Releasing FSR 4 Support for the PS5 Pro
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AI-Powered Gaming Investment Platforms
Slingshot Debuts a Novel Investing Model for Individuals
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Charitable Developer Games Showcases
Humble Bundle is Hosting its 2025 Games Showcase
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Roguelike Beat-em-Up Games
DotEmu is Back with a New Action Game Titled 'Absolum'
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Creator-Focused Game Launches
Ubisoft Launches a New Lineup of Siege X Co-Streamers
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Gaming-Ready Hand-Sized PCs
The Beelink SER9 Pro Features AMD's New AI Series Processors
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Value-Minded Video Game Consoles
This Nintendo Switch MAR10 Day Bundle Celebrates the Console
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In-Game Lighting Graphics Improvements
Microsoft's DirectX Raytracing 1.2 Improves Visual Fidelity
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Multi-Genre Game Updates
Omeda Studios' Predecessor is Receiving a Major Update
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Mech-Focused PvP Games
'Mecha Break' Allows Players to Pilot Giant Battle Mechs
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Updated Handheld Console Return Policies
Go Retroid is Now Accepting Returns for its Pocket Mini
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Pro-Grade Gaming Headsets
Nacon is Back with the RIG 900 Max HS for PlayStation Gamers
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Skill-Rewarding Action Games
Metroid Dread's Studio is Gearing Up to Release 'Blades of Fire'
11
Supplemental Gaming Console Displays
This Nintendo Switch 2 Display Concept Maximizes Visuals
10
In-Game Social Solutions
Discord is Launching a New Way for Developers to Enhance Connectivity
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Fighting Game-Inspired DLCs
Atelier Yumia and TEKKEN 8 Collaborate on a New In-Game Capsule
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Engaging 3D Games
The FOROS Game Brings Timeless Fun with a Modern Twist
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Premium Flight Simulator Controllers
Thrustmaster's Sol-R 1 Flightstick Simulates a Cockpit
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Strategy-Focused Digital Ownership Titles
Virtually Human Studio is Back with 'Zed Champions'
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Gaming-Focused High-End Processors
AMD's Upcoming Ryzen 9 9900X3D Features 128MB of L3 Cache
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Factory Overclocked New-Series GPUs
ZOTAC's RTX 5070 Features a Stock OC Profile for Gaming
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Horror Game Villain Debuts
Ken Kaneki Joins the Dead by Daylight Universe as a Killer
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Mining Roguelike Game Updates
Spelunky 2 is Receiving a 4K 120FPS Mode for PS5 Consoles
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High-Performance Gaming SSDs
The Biwin Black Opal X570 Pro is Designed for Gaming and Creativity
Related Ideas
Illusionary Ice-Hotel Beauty Pop-Ups
Lancôme Hosted an Exclusive Rose Ice-Hotel Activation
Brand Strategy AI
Stratify AI Simplifies Brand Strategy and Content Creation with AI
Seductive Valentine’s Day Bouquets
Dr. Squatch X Trojan Introduce a Tempting Valentine’s Bro-quet
AI Social Networking
Marshmallow Uses AI to Create Tailored Social Meetups Anytime, Anywhere
Fragrance-Inspired Airport Cafes
The Miss Dior Pop-Up at Changi Airport Offers a Unique Experience
Retro Gaming Smartwatches
The Atari 2600 My Play Smartwatch Has Four Classic Games
Beauty-Inspired Slime Toys
Gui Gui Makes Gen Alpha's Skincare Obsession Age-Safe & Fun
80s-Inspired E-Ink Gaming Consoles
The 'Ink Console' Offers a Series of Text-Driven Adventures
AI Photo Editing
Reshot AI Enhances Facial Expressions and Poses for Engaging Thumbnails
SPF-Infused Skincare Products
Emma Lewisham Releases a New Suncare Collection with SPF 50
AI Meeting Notes
Minutes AI Creates Instant Transcripts and Action Items From Any Meeting
Adorable Pimple Patch Designs
dearcloud™ Combines Effective Skincare with Playful Designs
Purifying Skin Toners
Fenty Skin Introduces Its Cherry Dub BHA Toner for Glowing Skin
GenAI Home Shopping Tools
Wayfair Muse Elevates the Customer Search Experience with AI
Popular Interactive Illustrated Books
Scholastic Debuts an Illustrated Edition of Harry Potter
Tailored Retail Experiences
Levi’s Reinvents Retail with NextGen Indigo Shopping Experience
Mobile Gaming System Mounts
The Mechanism GoPro Mount Works with the Steam Deck Go Pro
Mouse-Charging eSports Mousepads
The Logitech POWERPLAY 2 Measures in at 3.5mm Thick
Recordable Otter Toys
Slumberkins' Otter Helps Kids Feel Connected to Love Ones No Matter How Far
AI Subtitle Generators
CaptionKit Uses AI to Generate Accurate Captions and Subtitles for Videos
AI Game Development Tools
Roblox Revealed a Suite of New AI Dev Tools at GDC 2025
Canadian Beauty Brand Locators
North Finder Offers a New Way to Discover Canadian Beauty Brands
Cooking Competition Metaverses
Hell’s Kitchen by ITV Brings Gordon Ramsay's World to Roblox
Two-in-One Low-Cost Laptops
Framework is Releasing a Low-Cost Repairable Laptop for Students
AI-Powered Influencer Marketing Tools
Logie AI Launches the AI Agent Army to Meet Current Demand
Immersive Gameplay Features
The Sandbox Launched 'Game Maker 0.11' for Creators and Brands
AI-Enhanced Smart Mugs
The PixelMug Provides Displays Weather Updates & Lets Users Play Games
Affordable High-Memory GPUs
AMD's Upcoming Radeon RX 9060 XT Will Feature 16GB of VRAM
Virtual Clothing Try-Ons
Virtual Try-On for Online Shopping Let's You See Clothes on You Instantly
TV App Expansions
The Apple TV App Expands to Android, Bringing Apple TV+ to More Viewers
Minimal Elevated Cabinet Series
Herman Miller Introduces a New Nelson Basic Cabinet Capsule
Silk-Forward Retail Experiences
The LILYSILK Concept Store in NYC Offers an Immersive Experience
Fast-Paced Multidimensional Games
'Lost Soul Aside' Features High-Octane Action Combat
Limited-Edition Maple-Infused Beers
Maple from Canada & Steadfast Brewing Co. Debut a Cheeky Beer
Expansive Rose-Inspired Cosmetic Lines
Nuxe Adds a Plumping Lip Serum to its 'Very Rose' Range
Mobile Game Autobattler Tournaments
Magic Chess: Go Go is Hosting its First Esports Series
Multi-Year Esports Smartphone Deals
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Unveils a Partnership with Infinix
Luxe March Break Experiences
The St. Regis Toronto Offers an Exclusive March Break Staycation
Startup Idea Generators
Idea Forge Helps You Discover, Generate, and Assess Startup Ideas
Buttery Sensitive-Skin-Targeted Soaps
Dr. Squatch Launched the 'Total Moisture Collection'
Healthcare-Focused AI Assistants
Microsoft's Dragon Copilot is a Unified AI for Healthcare
Celebratory Stacking Game Consoles
The Tetris Forever Handheld Video Game Console Marks 40 Years
Actress-Approved Skincare Boxes
The goop Detox Box Contains Gwyneth Paltrow’s Glow Essentials
AI-Powered Social Media Lenses
Snap Announced AI Video Lenses for Snapchat Platinum Subscribers
Game Console Beta Programs
Sony Streamlines its PS5 Beta Program with New Upgrades
Mobile Game Universe Expansions
King Expands Its Roster with Candy Crush Solitaire
Acne-Fighting Mini-Games
Differin's Level Up Lobby Educates, Entertains & Rewards Gen Alpha
High Protein Sweet Rolls
These High Protein Sweet Rolls Deliver a Caramel Sticky Bun Experience
Long-Lasting Vitamin C Skincare
Vitabrid C12 Launched the 12-Hour Vitamin C Soothing Serum
Surreal Dark Comedy Toys
Moose Toys Created a Line for YouTube-Viral Amazing Digital Circus
Remastered Zombie Survival Games
Bend Studio Announced 'Days Gone Remastered' for April 25th
Pro Player-Endorsed Peripherals
Razer Launches a New Collaboration with Lee 'Faker' Sang-Hyeok
Game-Inspired Market Events
Riot Games Unveils the IRL Bangkok VALORANT Night Market
College Basketball-Celebrating Burgers
The Red Robin Buzzer Beater Bacon Cheeseburger is Indulgent
Western European Esports Expansions
OG Esports Launches its First Mobile Team for Honor of Kings
AI Startup Showcases
Paddle AI Launchpad Showcase is Scaling AI Startups Into Success
Choreographed Retailer-Backed Commercials
Gap and Parker Posey Release a Movement-Focused Campaign
Berry-Flavored Sharing-Friendly Candies
Mentos Feeling Berry Good Has Three Berry Flavors
Debut Competitive Esports Tournaments
The Finals is Hosting its First $100K Esports Tournament
Interactive Dollhouse-Themed Games
Gabby's Dollhouse: A-meow-zing Moves Launches on Nex Playground
AI-Accelerated Gaming Assistants
Microsoft's 'Copilot for Gaming' will Provide Real-Time Aid
Esports-Collaborative Gaming Mice
Razer and Faker Created the Viper V3 Pro Faker Edition
AI Image Generators
Mindtown AI Generates Custom Visuals for its Creative Community
AI-Driven Video Creation
Viralshort Creates TikTok & YouTube Shorts in Seconds Using AI
Large-Screen AI-Powered Laptops
The Acer Predator Helios AI Laptops are Industry-Leading
Innovative Game Collections
Particula Redefines Play and Learning with Elevated Classics
Software-Enhanced Game Consoles
Sony and AMD are Releasing FSR 4 Support for the PS5 Pro
Esports Partnership Renewals
Philips Evnia and Team Vitality Revive Their Partnership Until 2027
AI-Powered Gaming Investment Platforms
Slingshot Debuts a Novel Investing Model for Individuals
Golf Tournament Whisky Cocktails
Johnnie Walker Kicks Off Golf Season with Signature Cocktails
Mobile Action Game Championships
Netmarble is Hosting the Inaugural Solo Leveling Championship
Easter-Themed Collectible Dolls
L.O.L. Surprise! Pastel Party is an Alternative to Chocolate Gifts
Island Adventure Metaverses
Find the Seasouls Instils Environmental Respect in Gen Alpha & Gen Z
Charitable Developer Games Showcases
Humble Bundle is Hosting its 2025 Games Showcase
Animal-Tracking Plush Toys
Fahlo Fuses Playful Technology and Wildlife Conservation
Quick Video Creation Tools
Vidss Creates Engaging Videos Instantly for Marketing, Launches, & More
Dinosaur Intricate Puzzle Sets
LEGO's Dinosaur Fossils: Tyrannosaurus Rex Set is Skeletal
Value-Minded Video Game Consoles
This Nintendo Switch MAR10 Day Bundle Celebrates the Console
Interactive Store Hubs
The Samsung Experience Store at Scarborough is a New Hub for Tech Lovers
Fifth-Generation Consumer SSDs
Micron's First PCIe Gen 5 SSD for Consumers is Available Now
Baseball-Inspired Game Collaborations
Pokémon Go is Partnering with Major League Baseball
Skill-Rewarding Action Games
Metroid Dread's Studio is Gearing Up to Release 'Blades of Fire'
Developmental Bath Toys
The Your (Un)Ordinary Bath Toy Collection Encourages Sensory Exploration
Breakfast Brand Digital Platforms
Kellogg’s Town Engages Fans in an Entertaining and Personal Way
Supplemental Gaming Console Displays
This Nintendo Switch 2 Display Concept Maximizes Visuals
In-Game Social Solutions
Discord is Launching a New Way for Developers to Enhance Connectivity
Safety-Focused Gambling Tools
Midnite Partners with Mindway AI to Help At-Risk Gamblers
Taekwondo Champion Sports Campaigns
adidas’ Latest Installment of 'You Got This' Stars Skylar Park
AI-Powered Image Generation
SimplicityAI Creates High-Resolution Product Photos For E-Commerce
AI Design Platforms
Playground Creates Professional Designs with AI-Driven Templates
Second-Hand Tech Deliveries
CeX and Just Eat Takeaway.com Will Deliver Pre-Owned Gaming Products
Fake Social Post Generators
Qura Creates Realistic-Looking Tweets for Presentations and Mockups
Investment-Focused Esports Deals
Vivo Keyd Stars Launches a New Partnership with EstrelaBet
Professional-Grade Solid-State Drives
Samsung's Latest 9100 PRO Series is Highly Performant
Decentralized AI Computing Platforms
SoluAI Aims to Improve AI Model Training and Deployment
Mid-Range Powerhouse GPUs
NVIDIA's RTX 5070 Family of GPUs Offer Competitive Performance
Creative Journey Hubs
ContentCraft Guides Content Creators with Tools, Tips, and Monetization
Extraction Shooter Beta Tests
Okami Studio is Launching a Test for its 'Outlawed' Game on Steam
Esports Training Facility Upgrades
Virtus.pro Announces a Deal with Samsung Electronics
Flagship High-End Gaming GPUs
ASUS' Astral RTX 5090 Features a Quad-Fan Shroud Design
Roguelike-Style Horror Games
'Saros' is the Next Game from Studio Behind Hit Game 'Returnal'
Multi-Year Monitor-Promoting Deals
SONY's INZONE Launches a New Partnership with VCT EMEA
Factory Overclocked New-Series GPUs
ZOTAC's RTX 5070 Features a Stock OC Profile for Gaming
Crowdfunding Feedback Platforms
FeedFund Sets Goals, Collects Donations and Track Progress
AI-Powered Quiz Creators
QuizNex Creates Custom Quizzes, Hosts Events, and Analyzes Performance
Document Insight Platforms
Solace AI Summarizes, Visualizes and Chats With Documents In Real Time
AI Content Automation
Church Loom Transforms Sermons Into Shareable Content With AI
Community-Focused Startup Leaderboards
IndiePage Showcases Startups that Compete for Top Spots
Interactive Golf Experiences
Hackers Golf Makes Scoring and Playing Golf Fun for All Skill Levels