Trivia Crack

I have just finished playing a round and, as I begin to write, my iPod emits a sound. It is alerting me that my opponent has taken his turn, thus making me anxious to return to the game. But, I mustn’t. It is calling to me: “Play, play, you know this trivia game is the best. It will only take a minute.” And then I stop writing…
Trivia Crack is the “new thing” these days. It is an app that generates trivia questions in the categories of history, geography, science, sports, art, and entertainment. It is addicting, a waste of time, but at least a person can learn from it. So, it might as well fall under the educational category. I say it wastes my time because, indeed, I find my self stopping numerous times throughout the day to play, even when I am doing homework or other important activities. Oh, wait! Here’s the sound again. May I be excused for a second? …
Where was I? Ah! Trivia Crack also makes students loose their train of thought. It is the kind of education that should be reserved for the summer or weekends, but more and more are playing it during the school week and in school! (I admit to being one of those people.) The strange part of it all is that students are playing the same game with their teachers. Those who refuse will soon join in, or shall be sucked in, by peer pressure. There is no escape!
Ultimately, I reserve this blog as a review of the new app. First, the name should be changed, for using “crack” does not sound appealing. The app is a waste of time, but at least it’s not merely just a game. It is the flow of information, and knowing something new will always trump a simple game, like Clash of Clans. A smart choice made by the designer was that the app runs itself. A player can make questions, rate questions, and even translate them. Overall, I would give it a 8/10. (1pt lost for it crashing sometimes and the other for it wasting my time). And it is my turn again…