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The Citizen
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
IIE-Vega Durban students get creative at Ludum Dare
IIE-VEGA Durban Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences in Game Design and Development students were a force to be reckoned with at this year's Ludum Dare – an international game jam where participants have 48 to 72 hours to create a game from scratch. The first, second and third year students worked individually and in teams to create their game, with lecturers on hand to guide and support them during the process. This year's event was held under the theme 'Depths', and formed part of the second and third year students' academic assessment – offering real world experience in teamwork, creativity, time pressure and problem solving. First year student and solo entrant, Asher Gray, who created Animalia Memories, a PlayStation 1 style horror and walking simulator, said he enjoyed the challenge. 'I've been making game demos since I was 11 years old. This is my first game jam and my first completed game project ever. Being a one man band meant I had to do everything – animation, modelling, texturing, coding, programming. It was intense, but fun,' said Gray. Aso Read: Students make a colourful impact His excitement was shared by third year IIE-Vega Durban students Daniel Dennison, Rebecca Goodall, Raees Amla and Njabulo Zikhali, who created 'Rock Bottom' – a fast-paced adventure about a dwarf fighting his way down a mineshaft to retrieve his lost pickaxe. Using their experience from previous entry to game jam, the group went for something 'simple' and innovative. 'We've done game jams before, so we've learnt to go for something short, sweet and simple because of the time limit. We included humour because it always goes down well and increases game play. We almost broke into the top 100 entries in the humour category. Ludum Dare participants rate each other's games out of five stars in the categories: fun, innovation, theme, graphics, mood and humour,' said Dennison. Ludum Dare is one of the world's largest and longest running game development events. It has two formats: the Compo (a 48-hour solo challenge) and the Jam (a 72-hour team event). Participants retain full rights to their creations, and after the event they rate each other's games over three weeks to determine the winners. The winners do not receive actual prizes. For more from Berea Mail, follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Game On! Durban students level up at global 72-hour Ludum Dare challenge
Students from IIE-Vega School's Durban campus recently participated in Ludum Dare, a global game development competition Image: Supplied Students from IIE-Vega School's Durban campus recently participated in Ludum Dare, a global game development competition where participants are tasked with creating playable games in just 72 hours. Held biannually, Ludum Dare is recognised as one of the largest and longest-running challenges of its kind. This year's theme, 'depths,' inspired a variety of interpretations, as participants worked under tight deadlines, either individually or in teams, to design and build playable video games. The school noted that the event also formed part of the academic assessment for second- and third-year students. Asher Gray, a first-year Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences student specialising in Game Design and Development, created Animalia Memories, a horror game set within the neural connections of a cat's brain. The retro-style, pixelated game follows a player investigating the cause of the cat's death. Ludum Dare is recognised as one of the largest and longest-running challenges of its kind. Image: Supplied 'This is my first game jam and my first completed game project. As a solo developer, I handled everything from animation and modelling to coding and programming. It was intense, but rewarding.'Gray said. A team of first-year students from the same programme Adishesha Nandkoomar, Dylan Minkley, Jessica Anderson, Abigail Sykes, and Tatum Bollman developed Mush Go Deeper, a game in which the lead character, Mush, embarks on a quest to recover his original body after it is lost in a fight with a dragon. 'This game is an early prototype for a larger project we hope to continue developing,' Nandkoomar explained. 'Our lecturer, Henk Scheepers, encouraged us to participate and provided the support needed to bring the project to life.' Third-year students from the same programme, Daniel Dennison, Rebecca Goodall, Raees Amla, and Njabulo Zikhali developed Rock Bottom, a fast-paced adventure game in which a dwarf battles through a mineshaft to recover his lost pickaxe. 'We've participated in game jams before, so we learned to focus on creating something short, simple, and fun within the time constraints,' Dennison said. Students from IIE-Vega School's Durban campus recently participated in Ludum Dare Image: Supplied Game design and development students from IIE-Vega's Durban campus recently took part in Ludum Dare - one of the biggest international game development competitions. The challenge? Build a working video game from scratch in just 72 hours. Image: Supplied
USA Today
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
What is John Cena's record at WrestleMania? A year-by-year recap
What is John Cena's record at WrestleMania? A year-by-year recap John Cena is planning to leave WWE after one final run in 2025, and on Sunday night he'll have a chance to cap off his legendary career by winning the Undisputed WWE Championship from Cody Rhodes in Night 2 of WrestleMania 41. Cena is currently a 16-time World Champion in WWE, matching Ric Flair's all-time record - and if Cena's WrestleMania history is any indicator, he could break that record this weekend. Let's take a look back at every match Cena's had at WWE WrestleMania, starting with his Mania debut in 2004. Cena has a 10-6 record overall in 16 WrestleMania appearances - but three of those losses have come in recent years as Cena transitioned to a part-time schedule. At his peak, Cena was nearly unbeatable at the Showcase of the Immortals. WrestleMania XX: Cena defeats The Big Show (c) to win the United States Championship This was Cena's first championship in WWE, and was the first time the United States Championship was contested at a WrestleMania. He would go on to hold the title for much of 2004, before entering the main event scene at the 2005 Royal Rumble. WrestleMania 21: Cena defeats John "Bradshaw" Layfield (c) to win the WWE Championship Cena had to win a No. 1 contender tournament for the right to face JBL, and went on to win his first world title. WrestleMania 22: Cena (c) defeats Triple H by submission to retain the WWE Championship This was Cena's first WrestleMania main event. WrestleMania 23: Cena (c) defeats Shawn Michaels by submission to retain the WWE Championship In his second consecutive main event, Cena made one of his grandest entrances. WrestleMania XXIV: Randy Orton defeats Cena and Triple H to retain the WWE Championship Cena's first WrestleMania loss came in the year he made his shock return from injury and won the Royal Rumble at Madison Square Garden. WrestleMania 25: Cena defeats The Big Show and Edge (c) to win the World Heavyweight Championship WrestleMania XXVI: Cena defeats Batista (c) by submission to win the WWE Championship Cena became a nine-time World Champion with this win. WrestleMania XXVII: The Miz (c) defeats Cena to retain the WWE Championship A shocking result that set up Cena's "Once In a Lifetime" match against The Rock. After a double count-out, The Rock - who was "hosting" the event - restarted the match and later hit Cena with a Rock Bottom, allowing The Miz to score the pinfall and keep his title. WrestleMania XXVIII: The Rock defeats Cena by pinfall In a stellar match with a ton of near-falls, Cena tried to hit The People's Elbow on The Rock, only to eat a Rock Bottom and the loss. WrestleMania 29: John Cena defeats The Rock (c) to win the WWE Championship Twice in a Lifetime? This match occurred after Cena won the Royal Rumble and The Rock shocked CM Punk, ending his 400+ day reign. WrestleMania XXX: John Cena defeats Bray Wyatt WrestleMania 31: Cena defeats Rusev (c) to win the United States Championship Largely remembered as "the one where Rusev came to the ring on a tank." WrestleMania 33: Cena and Nikki Bella defeat The Miz and Maryse WrestleMania 34: The Undertaker defeats Cena In a match that happened probably a decade too late, The Undertaker squashed Cena in a match that didn't even last three minutes. WrestleMania 36: Bray Wyatt defeats Cena in a "Firefly Fun House" match WrestleMania 39: Austin Theory (c) defeats Cena to retain the United States Championship
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
What is John Cena's record at WrestleMania? A year-by-year recap
John Cena is planning to leave WWE after one final run in 2025, and on Sunday night he'll have a chance to cap off his legendary career by winning the Undisputed WWE Championship from Cody Rhodes in Night 2 of WrestleMania 41. Cena is currently a 16-time World Champion in WWE, matching Ric Flair's all-time record - and if Cena's WrestleMania history is any indicator, he could break that record this weekend. Let's take a look back at every match Cena's had at WWE WrestleMania, starting with his Mania debut in 2004. Cena has a 10-6 record overall in 16 WrestleMania appearances - but three of those losses have come in recent years as Cena transitioned to a part-time schedule. At his peak, Cena was nearly unbeatable at the Showcase of the Immortals. This was Cena's first championship in WWE, and was the first time the United States Championship was contested at a WrestleMania. He would go on to hold the title for much of 2004, before entering the main event scene at the 2005 Royal Rumble. Cena had to win a No. 1 contender tournament for the right to face JBL, and went on to win his first world title. This was Cena's first WrestleMania main event. In his second consecutive main event, Cena made one of his grandest entrances. Cena's first WrestleMania loss came in the year he made his shock return from injury and won the Royal Rumble at Madison Square Garden. Cena became a nine-time World Champion with this win. A shocking result that set up Cena's "Once In a Lifetime" match against The Rock. After a double count-out, The Rock - who was "hosting" the event - restarted the match and later hit Cena with a Rock Bottom, allowing The Miz to score the pinfall and keep his title. In a stellar match with a ton of near-falls, Cena tried to hit The People's Elbow on The Rock, only to eat a Rock Bottom and the loss. Twice in a Lifetime? This match occurred after Cena won the Royal Rumble and The Rock shocked CM Punk, ending his 400+ day reign. Largely remembered as "the one where Rusev came to the ring on a tank." In a match that happened probably a decade too late, The Undertaker squashed Cena in a match that didn't even last three minutes. This article originally appeared on For The Win: John Cena WrestleMania record: Every win and loss
Associated Press
04-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Toronto's Nicole Haber Has the #1 Song on Music's Leading Platform for Indie Artists
'This song isn't just about my story - it's for anyone who's ever felt lost or alone.' — Nicole Haber TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 4, 2025 / / -- aBreak Music, music's most leading global indie artist discovery platform, announces that 'Rock Bottom' by Nicole Haber is the newest #1 on the aBreak58. Check it out at Eletro-pop-punk artist Nicole Haber's latest release, 'Rock Bottom,' has struck a chord with listeners worldwide with their deeply personal track about battling mental health struggles, proving that even in our darkest moments, there's always a way forward. 'This song is the most vulnerable thing I've ever put out,' says Nicole Haber. 'I wrote it during one of the hardest times in my life when I was struggling with my mental health and ended up hospitalized. It's about feeling completely lost but also realizing that there's always a way back up. Seeing it reach #1 honestly blows me away - this song was written in my darkest moments and now it's reaching people who need it most.' 'Reaching #1 on the aBreak58 is an incredible honor. It validates the vulnerability poured into 'Rock Bottom' and reinforces my belief in music's power to heal and connect us all. The song isn't just about my story - it's for anyone who's ever felt lost or alone.' Haber's distinctive musical blend, paired with relatable lyrics and high energy performances, has earned them a growing audience of over 500,000 listeners worldwide and 1.7 million+ streams across all platforms. They've shared the stage with Lights, Rêve and Tom Wilson, played sold out headlining shows and recently made their West Coast debut at the Richmond Night Market. Beyond the music, Haber connects with fans every day through TikTok livestreams, building a thriving, safe-space community called The Haberhood - a place where everyone is welcome, no matter where they're at in life. It's a spot to hang out and talk about real things. With a cross-Ontario tour planned for the end of this year, Haber is gearing up to bring their electrifying live show to cities across the province. Until then, you can find them where they always are - being unapologetically themselves, onstage, online and in the studio. Every two weeks, aBreak Music releases their aBreak58 playlist featuring the top 58 songs uploaded from indie artists representing multiple genres from around the world. These songs are then rotated on what has become the leading radio station for indie artists, the aBreak58. ''Rock Bottom' has been one of the most loved and talked about songs we've highlighted at aBreak Music,' said Bruce Tyler, CEO of aBreak Music. 'Jay Stevens and I immediately recognized Nicole's expertise in blending lyric and melody in a way that reaches a very wide audience. We highly recommend checking out all of Nicole's music, as well as their daily live stream on TikTok.' About aBreak Music: aBreak Music is a US based international, multi-genre indie artist discovery platform. The company's Founder/CEO, Bruce Tyler, partner Jay Stevens, and others are some of the most successful and connected executives in the history of music. The aBreak58 playlist and radio station have become essential tools for indie artists looking to get discovered, and record industry executives looking to find the best new talent. Visit at X TikTok Legal Disclaimer:
