The family dog is lonely

UK-based LocoMatrix is developing a gaming system that combats obesity by encouraging kids to play outside.

Kids engage the games with a GPS-enabled phone, reports Springwise.

Fruit Farmer, for example, makes use of "real environments" like beaches or parks. Kids are sent to collect virtual oranges while avoiding obstacles like killer wasps.

The service is free while in beta, but with time LocoMatrix may charge a monthly subscription fee for access to more sophisticated games, as well as the ability to join teams and enter competitions.