The Best Mobile Games of All Time

The 19 best Smartphone games

31 votes

Genshin Impact

Adventure Action-Adventure Gacha Open World

Survey scores · avg 4.3/5

Story4.2

Gameplay4.2

Graphics4.3

Music4.4

Character4.3

Genshin Impact is an anime-style open-world action RPG, filled with magic and style. Follow a traveler of your choice in uncovering all there is to know about the world of Genshin: its places, people, and stories. For players who enjoy gacha character collection with enticing lore and elemental combat, this game will interest you with various gamemodes and puzzles that will quench your thirst for adventure and exploration.

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あっきー / 30代 / 男性
Genshin is a big work you could call the one that created the currently trendy anime-style open-world game trend, and the shock of a work with console-worthy quality being playable for free and even on smartphones is, thinking about it now, still insane. Its impact on the game industry was tremendous too, greatly contributing to raising the quality of subsequent smartphone games. In this game, the fun comes from clearing exploration and combat by making full use of gimmicks called elemental reactions, and I think it's amazing how combat that isn't simply about hitting or not hitting a weakness gives new meaning to using characters. The story is complex and hard to get into, but since it's designed so that even free-to-play players get rewards the more they play, the point that you can keep enjoying it forever is a happy one too.
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原神は現在流行りのアニメ調オープンワールドゲームのトレンドを作った作品と言える大作で、コンシューマーでもおかしくないクオリティの作品が無料かつスマホでも遊べるという衝撃は今考えてもやばいです。ゲーム業界に与えた影響も凄まじく以降のスマホゲームのクオリティ引き上げにも大きく貢献しました。本作では元素反応と呼ばれるギミックを駆使して探索や戦闘を攻略していくことが面白さとなり、単純な弱点をついたつかないではない戦闘はキャラクターを使う新しい意味を見出してくれている点がすごいと思います。複雑でとっつきにくいストーリーではあるものの、無課金でも遊んだら遊んだだけ見返りがくる設計なので、ずっと楽しむことができる点も嬉しいポイントです。

Lina / 30s / Female
It's been a while since I really played Genshin, but there were quests that I really enjoyed completing, like the story of Dainsleif's friend and Ruu in Tsurumi Island. Another good memory I have about the game was when I reached the floating island in Qingyun Peak and enjoyed the music and view for a few minutes. Since it's been so long since I last played, I've been having a hard time catching up on quests and grinding to level up my characters. I still keep the game on my phone in case I want to return and have time to grind.

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23 votes

Honkai: Star Rail

RPG Gacha Turn-Based

Survey scores · avg 4.4/5

Story4.5

Gameplay4.0

Graphics4.6

Music4.5

Character4.3

Honkai: Star Rail takes you on a journey across galaxies as HoYoverse's take on the outer space sci-fi RPG genre. This gacha game will have you in awe with its colorful characters, expansive worldbuilding, intergalactic conflicts, and intuitive turn-based combat. With its highly-detailed storytelling and grand scale of events, the plot is sure to move you. This game is for those who love strategic team-building, exploring a futuristic universe, engaging in fun side stories, and obliterating their enemies with orbital beams.

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Lina / 30s / Female
I played the game for a while after its release and really enjoyed it. One feature I liked was the auto-battle option, which made grinding for materials much easier, provided my characters were properly optimized. I also appreciated the humorous conversation and reply options in the game. The characters are visually appealing, especially when they unleash their ultimate abilities. One of the most memorable Trailblaze Missions for me was when Dan Heng accepted and awakened his power as Imbibitor Lunae. The song "Samudrartha," combined with that scene, made it a truly epic experience. I haven’t deleted the game from my phone because I want to catch up with the story soon.

Aiko / 20s / Female
I think I enjoy Star Rail more than Genshin though I don't really play either anymore. Gameplay-wise, I enjoy the strategy Star Rail offers. The space travel aesthetic is also pretty cool too.

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19 votes

Arknights

StrategyTower DefenseGacha

Survey scores · avg 4.5/5

Story4.8

Gameplay4.3

Graphics4.2

Music4.7

Character4.8

Arknights is a tactical tower defense strategy game featuring a cast of breathtaking characters, an expansive lore, and gameplay depth that can challenge players' puzzle and problem-solving skills. Each event features its own mechanics, giving players a fresh and novel experience for each stage while constantly challenging them with new hurdles to overcome. Its story dabbles primarily in the topics of hope and political affairs, with each chapter letting players experience the various events and cultures present in its world, Terra. Those who enjoy a challenge, crafting and employing their own strategies, experiencing a story with incredible worldbuilding, or those who simply enjoy stunning art and music will come to appreciate Arknights.

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Elmer
Phenomenal worldbuilding, and the gameplay constantly finds ways to make itself challenging. Out of all the gachas I've played, Arknights is the least "brute force-y" of its kind, since you can't just steamroll the stages with the latest, strongest character at the highest rarity. There are plenty of strategies to employ, plenty of options to pick, and the characters at low rarities or were released long ago still sees relevance depending on the strategy you make, or simply picking your favorite characters and strategizing around them is also possible.

Mango / 20s / Male
Honestly, hooked over by how they handle this game. The gameplay is very interesting, the story and worldbuilding is something that can't be found in other gacha games, and the music is made by a 100/10 chef.

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14 votes

Umamusume: Pretty Derby

RPG Roguelike Gacha

Survey scores · avg 4.7/5

Story4.5

Gameplay4.3

Graphics4.8

Music5.0

Character4.6

Umamusume: Pretty Derby allows players to train horse girls before putting them through races. While this premise may be simple, the game is anything but. Players not only train the horse girls, but can also learn about the horse's real life counterparts. This is because the careers and stories of these horse girls are based on their real life counterparts. Players are able to see just what these horses went through, both good and bad. Add to that amazing art, great music, and fun events, and you have a game that is more than meets the eye.

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Wicllaic / u18 / Female
It's entirely unique and helps people discover more about the lives of real life horses! With its large fan base and supportive community, it can really help you see sports from a entirely new angle, alongside inspire you with several ideas!

Birb / 20s / Male
Gameplay is repetitive to be honest but the story is great. Simple on the surface, a joy to discuss the characters. Very complex if you delve into the meta.

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11 votes

Monster Strike

PuzzleGacha

Survey scores · avg 3.4/5

Story1.4

Gameplay4.5

Graphics3.5

Music4.3

Character4.5

Monster Strike is a pinball-like action game where you use monsters and bounce them into enemies to defeat them. The game has multiple characters and is easy to pick up. It's great for players who want to play with something familiar to pinball, and yet refreshing thanks to the game's physics, character roster, and variety of enemies.

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めげまる / 30代 / 女性
Not only clearing quests, but clearing quests over and over to max out a monster's Luck, plus quests and events of various difficulties, and now even monthly collaborations, it's fun. Tournaments were held in the past too, so there were lots of elements to enjoy from other angles as well.
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クエストをクリアするだけではなく、何度もクエストをクリアして運極を作ったり、様々な難易度のクエストやイベント、今では毎月コラボもしていて面白い。過去に大会も開かれていて、別角度からも楽しめる要素がたくさんあった。

よねさん / 30代 / 男性
A game that keeps growing on you, going since my college days. It's just right for grinding while watching anime or livestreams, and one way or another I play it every day. Gensei no Shinden is god-tier.
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大学生の頃から続いてるスルメゲー。アニメや生放送を見ながら周回するのにちょうど良くてなんだかんだ毎日やってる。原生の神殿は神。

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10 votes

Wuthering Waves

RPG Action RPG Gacha Open World

Survey scores · avg 4.7/5

Story4.4

Gameplay4.7

Graphics5.0

Music4.8

Character5.0

Wuthering Waves is an anime open-world action RPG with incredibly fast, technical, combo-driven combat, limited only by the player's skill, speed, and tactical foresight. It's set in a fantasy sci-fi world and is popular for its heavily emotional stories delivered through masterful cinematic presentation. It is a great fit for anyone looking for an open-world game that delivers consistently high-quality storytelling and challenging battles.

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Al / 30s / Male
My second favorite mobile game of all time. It's insane how this excellent of a game is free to play. Though the story is certainly not always amazing and the performance is a pain, everything else about it is of the highest tier

Trick / 20s / Male
One of the better gacha games in the market, though its optimization in PC has a lot to be desired. Trying it out on the phone really let me see what the game is capable of, unironically.

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10 votes

Puzzle & Dragons

Puzzle

Survey scores · avg 3.1/5

Story1.3

Gameplay4.4

Graphics3.0

Music3.5

Character4.0

Puzzle & Dragons is a match puzzle game mixed with RPG elements, where players are required to solve puzzles while coming up with a strategy to defeat monsters. This is a game for those who are seeking a different kind of RPG experience, as the usual combat is replaced by the player's ability to connect orbs and let their monster team dish out damage. It also rewards those who plan their every move to set up chains that are sure to lead to a great payoff.

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あすりすた / 20代 / 男性
The first smartphone game I got hooked on. Back in my student days, my friends and I talked almost daily about team-building and tips for clearing. It really feels like a long-running game the way its features get more convenient year by year, and compared to other games the barrier to entry is lower, which I think is good for beginners to start.
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はじめてハマったスマホゲーム。学生当時、友達と毎日のように編成やクリアのするためのコツを語り合っていた。年々機能面が便利になっていくのがさすが長く続いてるゲームだと感じるし、他のゲームに比べて敷居が低く、初心者が始めやすいのもいいと思う。

ばたし / 30代 / 男性
A masterpiece that pioneered the path for app games. The gameplay has gotten a bit too complicated, but even now it's a god-tier game that isn't too Pay to Win and rewards skill. It's not as sweet as recent games where fully maxing out means you win, still a fun work.
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アプリゲームの道を切り開いた名作少しゲーム性が複雑化しすぎているが、今でもPay to Winになりすぎていない実力が出る神ゲー完凸していれば勝てるなんて最近のゲームのように甘くはない、まだまだ面白い作品

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9 votes

Blue Archive

RPG Gacha

Survey scores · avg 4.4/5

Story4.7

Gameplay3.7

Graphics4.3

Music4.8

Character4.8

Blue Archive is a gacha RPG auto-battler game that features a cast of cute and funny characters, kawaii bass music, vibrant UI design, and fluid motion graphics. It uses 3D Chibi models for its gameplay and 2D art to tell its compelling story. Perhaps one of its main highlights is the countless heartwarming stories that showcase the daily life of every student in Kivotos and how Sensei interacts and guides them for a brighter tomorrow—A future where adults bear the responsibility of becoming the guiding light for those who will come after.

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なるにあ / 20代 / 男性
The story is super good. I started drawn in by the characters' appeal, but before I knew it I was drawn into the story.
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ストーリーが超良い。キャラの魅力に惹かれて始めたが、気がつくとストーリーに惹き込まれていた。

Sicat / 20s / Male
Aside from the weak gameplay, play it for the story and the students. I will be a Sensei until the day it EoS

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8 votes

Fate/Grand Order

Strategy Gacha

Survey scores · avg 4.2/5

Story5.0

Gameplay3.4

Graphics4.1

Music4.2

Character5.0

Fate/Grand Order is a beautifully written visual novel with a gacha game attached to it. The gameplay revolves around Servants, summoned from stories, myths, and various points in history to aid you in your battles. The game will bring you all over the world and all over time, all to save the present and give it a future.

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Jowi / 20s / Prefer not to say
In terms of story, this is easily the best gacha game. However, I also understand why a lot of people are vastly intimidated by its gameplay. It's admittedly old compared to its modern gacha rivals, but I think FGO is worth playing simply to experience its wonderful story. It has made me cry numerous times, even though it did take a while to get past the slow beginning that it has.

よねさん / 30代 / 男性
A game where you enjoy the story and the Noble Phantasm presentations. An auto feature still isn't implemented, but I've even come to think that not having it is more FGO-like and good. The gacha rates on this one are crap too.
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ストーリーと宝具の演出を楽しむゲーム。いまだにオート機能は実装されてないが、最早ないほうがFGOらしくて良いとまで思ってる。こちらもガチャの確率はクソ

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8 votes

Granblue Fantasy

RPG Gacha

Survey scores · avg 4.2/5

Story4.6

Gameplay3.8

Graphics3.8

Music4.5

Character5.0

Granblue Fantasy is a gacha game that can only be described as a farming simulator. It is a game where you will spend hundreds, if not thousands, of hours farming materials and weapons to make your teams hit harder and harder. Optimization is the name of the game, as each major update will have you farming even more to replace your build that you spent time on. Mixed in with this farming simulator, however, is an amazing story that has been going on for more than a decade, a wonderful soundtrack on par with AAA games, and beautiful art that just keeps on improving.

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ひも
I started playing about 4.5 years ago, and it's a game that drilled into me the importance of doing a little every day. Before playing, I only recognized Guild War as roughly a tough event, but I never thought it'd make me feel like I was losing my mind this much.
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プレイを始めたのは4.5年前ですが、毎日コツコツやることの大切さを叩き込まれたゲームです。プレイ前は古戦場は大変なイベントくらいしか認識していませんでしたが、こんなに気が触れそうになるとは思いませんでした。

ラプ / 20代 / 男性
With gaps here and there, I've played for about 10 years. The game system and UI are old-game-ish and a bit dated, but in every element it's my personal favorite game.
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間は開きつつですが、10年ほどプレイしています。ゲームシステムやUIは昔のゲームなので多少古臭いですが、全ての要素において自分が一番好きなゲームです。

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8 votes

Pokémon TCG Pocket

StrategyCard GameGacha

Survey scores · avg 3.0/5

Story1.4

Gameplay4.0

Graphics3.6

Music3.1

Character4.4

Pokémon TCG Pocket is the fun-filled mobile experience to get into the franchise's popular trading card game. Open exclusive digital card packs and build up a collection of your favorite Pokémon that can be displayed on a showcase for your friends to see. Trade cards with others and pick up some of those cards that aren't showing up in packs. Engage in a unique version of the card game better suited to mobile platforms and build powerful decks that will compete with even the strongest Trainers. It's for fans of the franchise and new players alike who want a casual, accessible TCG experience filled with the cute, cool, and sometimes terrifying Pokémon we all know and love.

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Kevin
It's a game where most of the categories barely apply, but the nice thing about Poke Poke is the little bit of daily happiness of just drawing cards each day. Even for people who find doing daily tasks a hassle, just drawing is super easy, and trading and sharing on the side are fun too, and when a good one occasionally comes from another player on its own, it's happy after all. I have periods where I do battles and periods where I don't, but since the downside of not doing them isn't big, the design that lets you come back anytime is appreciated too.
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項目がほとんど関係ないようなゲームだが、ポケポケは毎日カードを引くだけのちょっとした嬉しいことがあるのはポイント。毎日やることをこなすことが面倒な人でも、引くだけはすごく簡単で、ついでにトレードとシェアするのも楽しくて、たまにいいのが他のプレイヤーから勝手にくるとやっぱり嬉しい。私はバトルをやる時期とやらない時期があるが、やらなくてもデメリットが大きくないのでいつでも復活できる作りもありがたい。

MF / 20s / Male
I just like collecting Pokemon cards without being charged crazy amounts by scalpers.

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7 votes

Zenless Zone Zero

RPG Action RPG Gacha

Survey scores · avg 4.7/5

Story4.4

Gameplay4.9

Graphics4.9

Music4.7

Character4.7

Zenless Zone Zero, popularly referred to as ZZZ, is a gacha game that you don't want to sleep on. This HoYoverse Action RPG with an urban aesthetic and banger soundtrack presents a post-apocalyptic world with style. Go through an immersive story as a protagonist with a mysterious past as they discover the truth of how the world ended. Of course, we'd be getting help from an ever-growing cast of characters each with their own fighting styles, quirks, and hangout availabilities. This game is a must-play for those who enjoy satisfying combat, lovable characters, an intriguing story, and immaculate vibes.

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Mela / 20s / Female
First Hack-and-Slash game that I actually loved playing. The combat is just so satisfying. I also love the story. The music took a while before I could fall in love with it but I eventually did.

Alonso / 20s / Male
I love the aesthetics of the game and the world. The fast paced and wonderful animations

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6 votes

Goddess of Victory: NIKKE

RPG Action RPG Gacha

Survey scores · avg 4.2/5

Story5.0

Gameplay3.5

Graphics3.8

Music4.3

Character4.3

Goddess of Victory: NIKKE is a rail shooter gacha game which uses a cover-and-fire battle system, available for both PC and mobile. On release, its designs had warranted mixed reception for its leaning on suggestive designs on a majority of its playable characters, but players were quickly absorbed by the game's surprisingly dark story and the worldbuilding around the concept of humanity retreating underground. The gameplay has a low skill entry, but combined with teambuilding has a high skill cap, especially when it comes to dealing with either boss fight raids, or PvP. Compared to other gacha games in this generation, the developers are suprisingly communicative and generous with their compensations, and have not hesitated to give updates to characters that are in need of updates like buffs and adjustments.

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ちゃんしぃ
The characters' looks are, well, y'know, but the story is actually quite interesting. It also scores high that if you take your time and progress slowly, the game balance is totally manageable free-to-play.
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キャラの見た目がアレだけど、ストーリーが実はかなり面白い。ゲームバランスも時間をかけてゆっくり進めるなら無課金で全然余裕なのもポイント高い。

Nathan / 20s / Male
Great story, ignore the unnecessary physics.

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6 votes

Balatro

StrategyCard GameTurn-Based

Survey scores · avg 4.0/5

Story2.0

Gameplay5.0

Graphics4.5

Music4.7

Character3.4

Balatro is a poker-inspired roguelike deck-building game where players build increasingly powerful decks to defeat a series of escalating blinds by scoring enough chips with poker hands. The focus is creating high-scoring combinations by strategically upgrading your deck throughoout each run. Between rounds, players can choose Jokers, Tarot cards, Planet cards, Spectral cards, and other enhancements that inroduce powerful effects and unique synergies, which makes every run different from the rest. Balatro combines familiar rules of poker with the replayability and progression of roguelike games, encouraging experimentation and rewarding creative strategies in every run.

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Isa / 20s / Female
Until now, I still pull out Balatro to pass the time. It's incredibly addictive, and each run always feels different and fun.

Kiko / 20s / Male
If you've played Balatro, you know why Hahaha. Insanely addictive game and I don't even know stuff about poker.

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Teamfight Tactics

StrategyAuto BattlerMultiplayer

Survey scores · avg 3.9/5

Story1.8

Gameplay5.0

Graphics4.5

Music4.2

Character4.7

The best auto-battler out there, Teamfight Tactics is Riot Game's take on this kind of game. It's a game about managing your economy, choosing the correct item components, and building the fitting team composition to match the current condition the game gives you so there is a factor of luck and the skill that comes with managing luck. It's a round per round battler where the last one standing of eight players is the winner. Riot Games also releases "sets" every 4 months meaning they change up the kind of units and gimmicks the game offers you to keep it fresh every single time.

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なぎさ / 20代 / 男性
An auto-battle game where 8 players fight on the same board, aiming to be the last one standing. Luck and strategy intertwine exquisitely, letting you unfold a deep battle of wits. It uses LoL characters, and the character art is highly polished. Since thinking power and judgment are important, it's recommended for people who like refining their forces or card games. Playable on both smartphone and PC.
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8人のプレイヤーが同じ盤面で戦い、最後の1人になることを目指すオートバトルゲーム。運と戦略が絶妙に絡み合う、奥深い頭脳戦を繰り広げられる。 LOLのキャラを使用しており、キャライラストの完成度が高い。考える力と判断力が重要なので、戦力を練ったりカードゲームなどが好きな人におすすめ。スマホとPCでプレイ可能。

もりちゃん / 30代 / 男性
A tactically rich auto chess. When it comes to PvP games, it's handled by Riot Games, the finest, so there's no going wrong, no more words needed. Updates are frequent and the tuning is good too, always providing a new experience.
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戦術性に富んだオートチェス。PVPゲームにかけては最高峰のライアットゲームスが手掛けているので間違いがない、これ以上の言葉は必要ないだろう。アップデートも小まめで調整もうまく、常に新しい体験を提供してくれる。

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5 votes

Clash Royale

StrategyRTSMultiplayer

Survey scores · avg 3.7/5

Story2.0

Gameplay5.0

Graphics4.4

Music3.4

Character5.0

Clash Royale is a hybrid of RTS, tower defense, and a card game. Build your own unique deck and rally them against the opponent's king to win. You can play solo or battle with a friend to double the chaos, but also the fun! A single match can only last a few minutes, making it a great game to play anytime, anywhere.

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Sean / 20s / Male
I like that even if your cards' levels are not that high, you can still win as long as you play them right. I even saw some players using only level 1 cards on higher trophies

Ray / 20s / Male
Never a Clash of Clans guy but Clash Royale hooked me. Great game imo.

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5 votes

League of Legends: Wild Rift

StrategyMOBAMultiplayer

Survey scores · avg 3.7/5

Story2.4

Gameplay4.4

Graphics4.6

Music3.4

Character5.0

League of Legends: Wild Rift is the mobile version of League of Legends, Riot Games' 5v5 MOBA on PC. It takes elements from the original game to create simpler, faster games for gamers on their phone. True to its PC counterpart, gameplay involves 2 teams of 5 players split across 3 lanes and a jungle area. Farm minions for gold, buy items in your base, and fight as a team to win the game!

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Zam / 20s / Male
It's like bite-sized League or League in packets. You get to finish games in 18-21 minutes then go on with your day. Less complex than MOBAs on PC but also much more complex than other MOBAs on mobile. I decided to get good at it and I think I owe a lot of my improvement as a gamer overall to this game.

Yuri / 20s / Male
Wild Rift is probably the game I’ve played the most on my phone. It’s basically League of Legends, but, in my opinion, better. The matches feel more streamlined, the map is smaller, and the shorter game length makes everything feel more fast-paced and fun.

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5 votes

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang

StrategyMOBAMultiplayer

Survey scores · avg 3.6/5

Story2.8

Gameplay4.2

Graphics4.2

Music3.2

Character4.4

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) is created by Moontoon and features five-player teams competing to destroy each other's base while defending their own. Players select heroes with special powers/abilities, and teams must cooperate to win the match, which lasts ten to twenty minutes. The key to victory is defeating enemy heroes and controlling key targets such as the Lord and turrets. Different roles are key to a successful team: mages deal magical damage, marksmen provide steady damage, fighters apply pressure, assassins target key/core enemies, tanks create space, and supports boost team survival. Understanding these roles helps players contribute effectively and improve their chances of winning.

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Lina / 30s / Female
I enjoyed playing this game with my previous work friends much more than I did alone. We often used our lunch breaks to play a round or two, and the thrill of defending and winning before our break ended created some of my happiest moments with the game. While some of the character skins are appealing, they aren’t enticing enough for me to spend real money on them. Additionally, there isn't much of a storyline or music to enjoy, so my decision to play now mostly depends on my mood.

Dea / 20s / Female
What makes Mobile Legends special for me is how easy it is to jump into a match and have fun, whether playing solo or with friends. The gameplay is fast-paced and engaging, and the variety of heroes keeps things fresh. While the story isn't a major focus, the character designs and overall presentation make the game enjoyable.

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5 votes

Subway Surfers

Action

Survey scores · avg 3.3/5

Story1.8

Gameplay4.4

Graphics3.6

Music3.4

Character3.4

A staple app in most mobile phones, Subway Surfers is an endless runner game where you play as a graffiti artist on a run from a police officer. Use swiping motions to avoid colliding with trains while collecting power-ups and coins.

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Kiko / 20s / Male
All my phones always had Subway Surfers and it's really a good game to sink some hours into if you have no access to the internet Haha

Inggo / 20s / Male
My only smartphone game that I liked a lot really. Fun to waste time on when nothing is happening or waiting somewhere.

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Lord of Heroes

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Lord of Heroes

4.8/5

Lord of Heroes was a turn-based RPG gacha game where players had to lead an empire to prosperity and to do that, they must recruit heroes to fight for them and expand their territory. The game released on March 26, 2020 and has since reached its end of service on May 9, 2026.

LimbusCompany

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LimbusCompany

5.0/5

Limbus Company is a turn-based brawler-style RPG gacha game that blends its unique storytelling with an equally unique battle system, centering around the world of Project Moon and its preceding titles. You command a team of 12 Sinners as their manager to seek out the golden boughs that you have been tasked to obtain. Its story is separated into Cantos, which focuses on the different Sinners and their backstories, delving into the deepest parts of being human and the nuances that come with it. Combat, on the other hand, is decided by a coin roll system that makes it so that every turn is nearly its own battle as you clash with enemies, ensuring that each fight is a momentum-based ordeal that exercises your ability to manage your sinners to victory.

Cytus 2

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Cytus 2

5.0/5

Cytus II is the 2018 sequel to Cytus, set 700 years after the events of the first game in a futuristic era of virtual artistry. The game revamps the look of the original Cytus with a fresher and sleeker experience, introducing new mechanics that test the bounds of an ordinary rhythm game. Songs are now catalogued according to characters' unique music styles, and an in-game social networking platform serves the purpose of worldbuilding and linking every character's story to an overarching plot that also involves you, the player. Cytus II is for lovers of rhythm games, fans of the original Cytus, and even newcomers looking for a unique experience that intertwines a vast library of music genres (from jazz to dubstep) with an enigmatic, immersive story.

Tsuki's Odyssey

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Tsuki's Odyssey

5.0/5

Tsuki Odyssey is a cozy life simulation game that lets you enjoy a peaceful life in Mushroom Village. You play as Tsuki and can customize your home, decorate the inside and outside of your treehouse, discover collectibles by season, and befriend in-game characters.

NYT Games

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NYT Games

5.0/5

A collection of short daily puzzles that can scratch that itch with new ones every day. This NYT Games app is home to the NYT Crossword, Sudoku, Connections, Spelling Bee, and the recent habit-forming puzzle phenomenon: Wordle. Having them all in one app, with a basic achievement system for score-tracking and badges makes for ritualized, bite-sized play. Streak tracking keeps you from wanting to miss a day, and comparing results with friends is half the fun

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How were these best Smartphone games chosen?

From a survey of 241 players who recommended Smartphone games. Available five-axis ratings and curated comments are shown. Titles are ranked by mention count, then average score.

What is the top Smartphone game?

Genshin Impact ranks #1 with 31 votes.

How to find the best Smartphone games

The best Smartphone games according to 241 surveyed players — ranked by votes with average score as the tie-breaker, with the survey scores and curated player comments available in the source data.

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