The Android Play Store has a vast catalog of thousands of games for you to scroll through and play, but some of these titles have withstood the test of time due to the fact that they delivered in terms of graphics, replay value, and story elements. With how well-polished some of these games are, it’s unfortunate to see some shy away from the limelight regardless of their apparent brilliance.
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The average Android device user deserves a comprehensive list of games to explore that actually innovate, redefine their genre, and deliver a memorable experience. That’s what makes these titles so exclusive and well worth their price.
11You Must Build A Boat
A unique take on the classicmatch-3 puzzle formula, this game is charming to no fault beyond being a bit too short. The levels are tough enough to make you wince a couple of times but the animation and graphics make up for that in droves.
The game features secrets to explore and offers a lot of reply value for those seeking to make it harder for people who like sitting on the edge of their seats while playing a game. It’s easy to grasp, simple to progress, and different enough to be considered an indie cult classic of sorts for mobile devices.
10Rayman Adventures
Perhaps one of the best entries to theRaymanseries in general, Rayman Adventures continues the legacy of the titular character in a similar fashion to what the Wii games were trying to make you experience.
The endless runner aspect raises the stakes and makes it harder to reach your objectives, plus the graphics are absolutely stunning and mesh well with the simple control scheme and atmosphere of the game.
9Triglav
Ascend a tower of doom and despair as you unlock mysteries along the way and interact with a myriad of interesting characters with all sorts of quests lined up for you. Triglav is simple and has a unique story that has you ascend a labyrinth-like tower to the top.
The controls are tight, the bosses are unique, and the puzzles are tough to navigate through at times too. It’s a challenging light game that perfectly emphasizes how innovative and original mobile games can be too.
8Doom & Destiny Advanced Lite
For fans of classic turn-based RPGs, the Doom & Destiny series has always provided an experience chock-full of satire segments and references to nostalgia-inducing titles of the past. This RPG adventure’s port is perhaps one of the best ways to experience the game.
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It’s got thrills, a stellar story, and impeccable backgrounds that are captivating and immersive. The game’s a solid sequel that enhances everything right with the first game and emphasizes player exploration.
7The Battle Of Polytopia
Use your wits to overcome battles and slowly build up an entire empire in your corner of the world. The Battle of Polytopia is a simple-looking game but with far more complexity than you’d initially presume. The game is inspired by Age of Empires but does its own thing fairly well.
The controls are simple, and the tutorial is thorough enough to bring you up to speed fairly quickly. Themultiplayer PVP turn-based matches, and the AI, are tough and challenging to overcome. The game also features several classes to choose from and an innovative tech tree to boot.
6Call Of Duty: Mobile
One of the most popular and successful well-built, polished Android games ever since it launched,Call of Duty: Mobileis an excellent FPS experience just like its console counterparts. The game receives constant updates to this day and offers thebest battle royale gameplayon mobile devices.
There’s a vast array of weapons to choose from, fully customizable controls and settings to tinker with, tons of unique characters with their skins, and a lot of maps to get familiar with.
5Evoland 2
Experience the evolution of video games with an RPG that lets you experience each transition first-hand as part of an overarching storyline full of captivating sights and twists that keep you engaged. Evoland 2 is basicallyThe Legend of Zeldameets a video game history lesson.
The gameplay’s simple, the controls aren’t tough, and there aren’t any optimization issues since it’s so well-polished. The most frustrating aspect of the game is how exploration-heavy it can get at times, which is a plus point if anything.
4Stardew Valley
Owning your own farm and socializing with an entire city in order to sell your produce is easier said than done, butStardew Valleymakes it such a relaxing experience that it barely takes any fun away from the entire process.
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Build your own community, buy crops for yourself, and eventually even get married to one of the townsfolk, Stardew Valley is a home away from home and the Android port is well-optimized enough to run without any hitches.
3Genshin Impact
A Zelda-esque adventure gameRPG with some of the best graphics on mobile, Hoyoverse’sGenshin Impactis an exploration-heavy gacha-game with some very unique stories. The game features a huge open-world map with fast travel points and lore behind every corner of the land.
There are tons of objects to collect, caves to explore, and people to interact with as you go about finishing your quests. The lands are full of all kinds of creatures and challenges to conquer. Utilize the easy control scheme at your disposal and start your very own adventure.
2Rocket League Sideswipe
If you’re familiar with the PC version of the game, then it’s basically the same. You have a couple or more decked-out rocket cars duking it out to land a goal in the other’s territory — only this version is 2.5D.
You can jump and flip around with the ball on your wheels and perform trick shots for extra style points and bragging rights with your friends. The game’s surprisingly well-polished and the touch controls are very intuitive. The stages are colorful and there are tons of customization options for players too.
