Companion Apps for games are like a second screen to manage resources and view maps while away from your PC or even while playing to utilize special features. While more trendy companion apps frequently lose service after a year or two some have kept the community informed and engaged without fail.
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Although some developers push companion apps that barely work and lose support after a few months, looking at you Pip-Boy, the best, official apps give you access to in-game information and character management without having to be at your computer or console.
10Destiny 2
The sci-fi, first-person shooter that has had endless support and new expansions every year,Destiny 2has an app that is mostly unknown to the players but is surprisingly useful. While not strictly classified as an MMO, the app transfers these community features to mobile.
The app is calledDestiny 2 Companionand allows you to keep up with news regarding Destiny 2 as well as manage your guardian’s equipment, stats, and perks, and even move items from one guardian to another through the app. You can also use it to keep track of your clan and send messages and in-game you can even use it to join and create fireteams.
9Black Desert Online
Black Desert Onlineis a Korean MMO that focuses on cinematic action combat in a fantasy world. Like all MMOs, keeping track of every update and world schedule can be tedious and feel like work, but the app is designed to manage those aspects from anywhere.
The companion app is called Black Desert+ and serves mostly as a forum for players to ask questions and keep in touch with their guild, and a way to keep up with news. As a gaming tool, you can keep track of world events like boss schedules and even trade items through the in-game central market.
8FIFA 23
One of, if not the most popular sport game,FIFA 23is always updating to include improved graphics, players, and mechanics that reflect every new season of football, even if every FIFA game is only slightly different from the last year’s. However, one of FIFA’s best tools is its companion app which gives you fullcontrol of your roster.
The companion app is a mouthful title, EA SPORTS FIFA 23 Companion, and gives you total access to your game other than actually playing. You can control your stadium settings like walkout music and goal celebrations and build and arrange your team, even buying and selling players on the game’s market.
7EVE Online
EVE Onlineis a space exploration MMORPG that has been around for two decades and yet continues to update with improved gameplay and expansions that keep it relevant. One of these features was the companion app that gives you access to everything you need between runs.
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The companion app is called EVE Portal and its main function is to allow you to train and modify your skills outside the game while also giving you access to the in-game market to trade PLEX for ISK. Other than staying up to date with EVE news, you can also use it to view and manage all of your character sheets.
6Resident Evil Series
AlthoughResident Evil 4manages to find a new way to release every year, the entire series is loved by both the developers and fans. Their app focuses on tying the entire experience together into a neat bow, without having to download half a dozen versions for each game.
The companion app is called Resident Evil Portal and connects you to almost every Resident Evil game, allowing you to compare stats between you and friends and participate in exclusive events that give you in-game rewards. For returning fans and new players, there is also a feature that lets you view plot summaries and files you’ve found in-game.
5Warframe
Destiny 2’s older cousin,Warframeis the sci-fi, ninja, action MMO that has seen many changes since its launch. With the inclusion of forge timers and real-time build queues, the app is almost essential to get themost efficient experience.
The companion app is conveniently titled Warframe Companion and lets you do all the tedious work of Warframe while away from the game such as building weapons in your foundry to let you efficiently craft your character without having to wait until you get off work to start another 24-hour timer. You can also deploy your drones through the app to collect resources faster.
4League of Legends
The most popular MOBA of all time,League of Legendsalmost requires players to manage a dozen spreadsheets to truly master it. Luckily, the companion app helps by giving you play-by-play stats and the tools to learn.
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The companion app is called Riot Mobile and encompasses all Riot Games titles likeValorantandTeamfight Tactics. you’re able to use it with LoL to view your match history and chat with other players.
It is best used as an all-around tool for engaging with the community and watching streams or viewing player profiles and stats.
3World of Warcraft
The great uncle of MMOs,World of Warcraftis nearly two decades old and is still pumping out expansions and new content. As one of the MMOs that you have to pry yourself away from, its companion app will help you manage everything for your characters via mobile.
Also conveniently titled WoW Companion, the app follows in the footsteps of the other MMO companion apps in that it gives you access to your characters and equipment without having to be at your PC but dialed up to 11. You can organize and lead your missions, track quests, manage research trees, and buy and sell auctions through the in-game market.
2War Thunder
The war simulator, combat MMO, War Thunder, has one of the most dedicated player bases that have such an obsession with accuracy that have even gone as far asleaking military documentsto get their hands on new planes. With over 2,000 vehicles to learn, the companion app goes a long way to educate you.
The companion app is called Assistant for War Thunder and is a tool for viewing every statistic the game offers on your and your friend’s careers, squadron ratings, vehicle scores, and more. As a free-to-play game it of course also allows you to purchase premium currency.
1Final Fantasy XIV
One of the most popular titles in the Final Fantasy series,Final Fantasy XIVis a Japanese MMORPG with some of the most praised progression and story elements of all games in its genre. Their app is also the most efficient and well-designed of all the companion apps on the list but requires you to have an active service account.
The app, also titled Final Fantasy XIV Companion, has all the features of other MMO apps, giving you access to your characters to manage their inventories while trading on the in-game market. What separates the FFXIV app is its chat feature, which has its own stickers and group chat functionality that rivals WhatsApp.
