Today 23rd March 2020, India enters the coronavirus lockdown. The past week, I already stopped meeting my friends and relatives, as it was advised to remain indoors but now it’s official. Many people are worried not just because of the virus, but also due to the impact of social distancing.

With significant sports events cancelled, the gathering of large groups is prohibited, pubs and casinos are closed. People are now finding ways to kill boredom and most self- isolated people have come up with a plan to combat social distancing through social gaming.  

Online gaming is giving an opportunity for social contact and friendship to the whole world during the COVID-19 crisis. Playing online social casino games provide a solution to those who are not able to work due to the lockdown and also to those looking for a way to pass their free time.

One of the most popular online social casino gaming sites, Gamentio. With its latest feature, “Play With Friends”, made especially for this quarantine phase is attracting huge traffic. This feature allows a user to create his own personal room and invite his friends and family to play together. Gamentio combines multiple online casino games (Poker, Rummy, Teen Patti, Blackjack, Solitaire, and Slots) under one roof. The gameplay on Gamentio is truly interactive with its command-based gestures, excellent user interface and customizable 3D avatars, thus, giving a real-life experience of a land-based casino. Apart from providing an online platform to play and have fun, you can also earn money and win amazing products and vouchers on Gamentio online Auctions.  

Personal Rooms

During the phase of coronavirus lockdown, Gamentio has brought personal rooms feature, so you don’t miss your mummy while playing rummy. You can play 24/7 and relish the exhilaration and fun of playing card games, like Teenpatti, Rummy and Poker with your family and friends. Customize your 3D avatars, chat while you play and win coins or even cash. To get the ball rolling, you just need to follow some simple steps:

(Note: If you already have Coins in your Gamentio account, you will directly enter the game room. If you don’t have, you can purchase them)

No one can join the table unless they have the invitation code. So, you don’t have to deal with random players hopping in and spoiling the fun.

Auctions

Another exciting feature is that you can play online auctions India and bid on high-end products and win amazing products. Gamentio is a legitimate bidding site where the users can win their favourite products merely at a fraction of the retail price. For instance, you can win Rs 12,000 worth mobile phone for just Rs 10. To place a bid, a player can either earn coins by playing at the site or can purchase in order to get started. 

One of the exciting things about Auctions is that there is no limitation to bidding. You can place a bid on more than one product at the same time. The products include an exciting range of home appliances, gadgets, shopping vouchers, and many more. So, bid on your favourite product in a hassle-free way and win branded products from the comfort of your home.

Cash Games and Tournaments

Gamentio regularly organises the most thrilling cash games and knockout tourneys (Rummy and Poker). The site hosts coins and real cash tournaments daily. The best part about these tourneys is that you can participate with minimum buy-ins and win breathtaking guaranteed prize pools. 

As the tournaments are held daily throughout the week at various times and dates, there is no need to wait for long to register yourself or to participate in your preferred tourney. If you want to compete with experienced players across the world, participate in the tournament now! 

To know more about tournaments, read here. 

During the phase of lockdown and social distancing, there has been a significant impact of social gaming traditionally. Current events have affected the world at large. No wonder that most people are engaging themselves to online social gaming as a mental escape from the current situation and more avidly, to make money. 

Stay at home and make quarantine a fun game! 

There is no denying that without some good apps on your smartphone, life is a little dull. But how many of us have gone overboard installing apps? We load most of our phones with applications that we don't even remember installing. In today's world technology can be great, but some line has to be drawn. The time has come to remove those mindlessly installed apps and stick with the most useful ones. Here is a list of the five best apps that are an absolute must-have on your phone.

Online streaming apps: 

One of the greatest things that have happened in the last few years is the rapid decline in data prices. With the easy availability of the pocket-friendly data, you can watch high-quality videos on your smartphones. Video streaming apps like Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Hotstar, and many others have opened up a new entertainment world for people. In fact, many people prefer to watch these apps rather than cable TV, as they do not have to stick to a particular time to watch their favorite series or show. These apps are becoming popular because of its easy accessibility and variety of options to choose from. To watch your favorite movies or shows on-demand in today’s world is easy, and that’s why your smartphone should definitely have some of these apps. 

Games App: 

If you want to experience the real thrill and excitement of playing real games, gaming apps are the best solution for you. You can play games anytime, anywhere from the comfort of your home. Gamentio is one such app that offers its players smooth gaming experience. It offers the most popular mobile online casino games such as Rummy, Poker, Teen Patti, Blackjack and Solitaire. Play mobile free multiplayer card games online with thousands of other players across the globe. Not only this, but you can also play your favorite casino games with your loved ones by creating a private table. Just invite your friends and make your gaming session fun.

Messaging and Social media apps: 

We are fortunate to be a part of a generation where technology is significantly upgraded. To stay connected with your family and friends regularly is immensely crucial. Thanks to the technology that helps us to stay connected with those who are important to us. Simultaneously, social media apps like Instagram and Facebook gives an opportunity to connect with new people, make friends, and even entertain oneselves. These apps are also used by social media influencers for commercial purposes to brand, sell, and market their business. They are making loads of money by using their power to help their brands reach the audiences. Because of all these advantages, these applications surely should be on your mobile devices. 

Ecommerce apps: 

Gone are the days when you had to stop at the local markets every evening on your way back to home to purchase the grocery items or take a few hours out every weekend to buy clothing and household items. With e-commerce apps like Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, and many others offer a world of convenience with just a click on your phone. You can choose and select an item whether it is fashion, groceries, technology, or any other thing you can imagine. As the virtual shops are open 24/7, you can shop as and when you want. Also, delivery time is quite fast, as some online platforms deliver in a day or two. 

Digital Wallet Apps: 

After the night of 8th November 2016, payment habits in India underwent a radical shift. Digital payment apps such as Phonepe, Google Pay, Paytm, etc. have grown substantially. Now you don’t need to carry cash physically in your wallet. Your mobile works like your bank on the go, and with the advancement in technology, these payment apps are becoming more reliable. Apart from these payment options, you can also use BHIM UPI app or your bank’s own UPI app. But no matter which payment app you choose, make sure it is always up and running in your mobile devices. 

Do you have any of these trending apps already in your smartphone? Let us know if there are more mobile applications that we should add to this list.