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Whether it’s free to play strategy games, endless runners, or simple indie titles, there’s usually a mobile game out there for everyone. With all that choice, we’ve trawled through our own download history and picked the best ones we’ve ever played. Don’t worry, Angry Birds isn’t on this list.
Mobile gaming gets a fair share of criticism from experts. For many ‘serious’ gamers they’re often considered a pale imitation of their console or PC counterparts, riddled with aggressive monetisation models and intrusive advertising. If big franchises move over to mobile, a huge wave of backlash is almost always inevitable.
Dedicated fans can become irate very quickly.
Yet, there are a wealth of indie titles and big-name games available for mobile that utilise its potential effectively. Gorgeous graphics, simple controls, and enjoyable gameplay can be found in so many titles for your smartphone, some of which won’t cost you a penny.
We thought it was high time that mobile got the love it deserved, which is why we’ve picked our favourite games over the years that demonstrate how great portable titles can really be.
It may be time to clear out your storage space and make room for some new apps. At least now you finally have an excuse to clear out all those old photos from 2015 that you never look at anymore.
Doodle Jump
Way back in the early days of smartphones, it took a while for people to fully understand how portable gaming on a phone could really work. Many were used to 8-bit, basic graphics on flip phones that ran at a smooth 10 fps.
Doodle Jump was one of the very first games that demonstrated how easy and addictive phone games could be. Utilising tilt controls and an endless score system, it was quick to gain traction and became a popular title during the late noughties. It’s still available today, too, so you can go on a nostalgia trip or a novel history lesson if it takes your fancy.
There’s usually seasonal events to get stuck into, with changing environments and outfits frequently added. Give it a try and let us know how well you score up.
Infinity Blade
This one was impressive for its advanced graphics when it released in 2011, and it still holds up today. Wacking medieval enemies never looked so damn good.
Infinity Blade has an endless loop system of combat that sees you level up and gain new armour with increased experience. There are various alternative paths you can take to reach the end of the loop, with new enemies unlocked as you go. It’s fantastic stuff and was a huge hit – two sequels dropped in the following years.
Unfortunately, Epic Games has since removed all three titles from App Stores, meaning its no longer available to download. It’s a staple of early mobile gaming though and worth mentioning. Plus, there’s always playthroughs to get stuck into on YouTube if you fancy something to watch.
