Burning Hot: Twitter redesign, African gaming and Leisure Suit Larry

What do you get when you combine Twitter, a handful of exciting startups, a retro game and um, a Rubik’s Cube? The latest instalment of Burning Hot.

In this edition of our round-up of some of the top tech stories of the week, we highlight the Twitter redesign that has many wishing it could be more than just a concept. Brought to you by the same designer who presented a revamped Facebook earlier this year, his take on Twitter is all about engagement and exploring connections.

Over on Gearburn, editor Steven Norris shared the story of Leisure Suit Larry, the seedy pixellated womaniser who gained a cult following and starred in a strong of remakes. From early game play to the latest 3D version, he details the highs and lows of the franchise that has spanned decades.

Ventureburn also rounded up some of the exciting African startups making a name for themselves in the world of gaming, with everything from educational zombie games to folklore superheroes.

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