Cardio Quest

Unless I'm mistaken, if so I'll update, but it seems you have to have this game open, not in the background, and your screen unlocked for it to track. This seems like some odd requirements while I'm going for a run down the road. I was assuming you would start it when you start your workout and then be able to check your progress when you're done, but if you put your phone in your pocket or try to play some music it seems to pause. That doesn't make sense or seem safe to me.

Really cool design but really poor implementation. It is unplayable if you do not have some sort of heart rate monitor to continually track you, there are a few options for apps you can connect, but they are inconsistent. Not only that, but there have been sweeping changes to the systems and every update may come with they loss of progress. Previously, all my upgraded items to max were demoted to starter for a new "chance to upgrade" system.

If you're looking for a high-fantasy RPG, where the grinding happens via real-life exercise, and your character's in-game strength is a reflection of your own improved fitness — then look no further! Cardio Quest provides a massive motivation boost when it comes to working out. And it's not chocolate-covered brocoli (a veneer of gamification painted onto a fitness app) — the gameplay is compelling, with some well-designed mechanics, and with just the right level of challenge.