Ingress

[ssandersjr]

Is anyone playing Ingress? It looks "interesting".

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...roject.ingress

Description

*****Ingress is a closed-beta right now. Request an invite at http://www.ingress.com*****Ingress transforms the real world into the landscape for a global game of mystery, intrigue, and competition.
Our future is at stake. And you must choose a side.
A mysterious energy has been unearthed by a team of scientists in Europe. The origin and purpose of this force is unknown, but some researchers believe it is influencing the way we think. We must control it or it will control us.
“The Enlightened” seek to embrace the power that this energy may bestow upon us.
“The Resistance” struggle to defend, and protect what’s left of our humanity.
Install Ingress and transform your world.
The World is the Game
Move through the real world using your Android device and the Ingress app to discover and tap sources of this mysterious energy. Acquire objects to aid in your quest, deploy tech to capture territory, and ally with other players to advance the cause of the Enlightened or the Resistance.
Strategy
The struggle is being played out globally. Track the progress of players around the world, plan your next steps, and communicate with others using an Intelligence map.
What is the Niantic Project?
Is this just a game? An Investigation Board (http://www.nianticproject.com) filled with cryptic clues and secret codes awaits. The story evolves everyday. Powerful secrets and game tech are there to be unlocked.
Form Alliances
The struggle to save the planet spans the entire world. Groups of people acting together can be more effective than individuals acting alone. Cooperation across neighborhoods, cities, and countries will be needed to achieve the ultimate victory.
NOTE: This app is optimized for smartphones, not tablets.
Join the investigation:
G+: http://www.google.com/+NianticProject
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/NianticProject
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NianticProject



Help Center: http://support.google.com/ingress

[iamthesgt]

That does look interesting. But what is it actually about?

[ssandersjr]

That does look interesting. But what is it actually about?

It sorta reminds me of the geocaching games, treasure hunt type with GPS, but with this one you are looking for portals to either fortify or attempt to destroy. I am going to try it, it don't see myself going out of the way to anything.

[iamthesgt]

It sorta reminds me of the geocaching games, treasure hunt type with GPS, but with this one you are looking for portals to either fortify or attempt to destroy. I am going to try it, it don't see myself going out of the way to anything.

Yeah that's what I figured. It looks cool, but I have a pretty set routine. Besides, this would take time out of my more serious gaming.