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A new mobile game called TED Tumblewords is on the way, offering a mix of bite-sized word puzzles and TED-inspired trivia designed to give players both a mental workout and a quick dose of knowledge each day. The Daily Six asks players to find six words for a high score, while competitive players can join multiplayer battles against others or challenge themselves against the in-game TED puzzle bot. The mix of solo play, trivia, and competition aims to keep the experience fresh for casual and dedicated puzzlers alike. The game will be available on iOS and Android, with pre-registration now open on the App Store and Google Play. TED has also set up a community on social media where fans can follow updates and preview gameplay clips. Microsoft’s ambitious foray into AI-driven game preservation has hit a major snag, as its recently released Quake 2 tech demo—created entirely by the company’s generative AI system Muse—has been met with widespread criticism from players and developers alike. Players who’ve tried the AI-powered version of Quake 2 have reported everything from awkward navigation and broken physics to bizarre visual inconsistencies. While Microsoft pitches Muse as a tool for preserving classic titles—especially those that are no longer playable due to aging hardware—many fans fear this could signal a future where AI-generated content replaces, rather than complements, human craftsmanship. Read more in our articles including "TED launches Tumblewords puzzle game to iOS and Android" and "Players Critique Microsoft's First AI-Generated Game Demo".