Games for Android
Smartphones are very useful tools: they allow us to communicate, work, inform us in real time about what is happening in the world … but let’s face it, who can resist the temptation to turn them into portable consoles and have fun with some video games?
I know, you too love to play with your mobile as soon as the opportunity arises, and that’s why today I decided to offer you a nice section of games for Android that I think should be downloaded immediately. From puzzle games to shooters, from action to sports titles, there is something for everyone. Good fun!
Platform and Action
Let’s start with a nice review of games for Android where action, alertness and fun are the masters.
- GTA IIIand GTA Vice City (€ 4.49) – two chapters from the recent past of Grand Theft Auto perfectly optimized for Android. Simply unmissable!
- Rayman Jungle Runand Rayman Fiesta Run (€ 2.69) – two hilarious platformers starring the legendary Rayman in which you have to jump from platform to platform and take down enemies by collecting lums and gold tokens.
- The Dark Knight(€ 5.99) – a nice 3D action title dedicated to Batman.
- Zombie Tsunami(Free) – original zombie-themed title in which you have to eat survivors to grow your horde of living dead.
- Prince of Persia(€ 1.79) – a great classic of the gaming world in mobile version. Good graphics.
- Sonic The Hedgehog(€ 2.77) – a cornerstone of the world of video games, download it and you will not regret it! Other chapters of the saga are also available on the Play Store.
- Metal Slug 3(€ 3.59) – historic war-themed shooter where frenzy and fun are the masters. On the Play Store you can also find other chapters of the saga.
- Meltdown(Free) – another very fast-paced and fun shooter with cartoon style graphics.
Puzzle Game and Strategy
Among the most popular Android games in the Google Play Store there are many puzzle games, these are the best:
- Candy Crush Saga(Free) – probably the most famous puzzle game of recent times. To play, you need to line up candies of the same type and create the best possible combos. It is addictive!
- Pet Rescue Saga(Free) – fun puzzle game by the same authors of Candy Crush Saga in which you have to line up two or more blocks of the same color to save the puppies scattered along the paintings.
- Plants vs Zombies(€ 0.89) – another classic in the mobile gaming world. It is a tower-defense in which plants must be exploited to take down a horde of fearsome zombies.
- Ruzzle(Free) – the “Beetle” of the new millennium. Impossible not to know him.
- Fruit Ninja(€ 0.70) – historic title for smartphones and tablets in which you have to challenge others (or the CPU) by cutting fruit that jumps on the screen.
- Clash of Clans(Free) – hugely popular strategy game where you build a village, train your troops and fight with thousands of other players online.
- Worms 2(€ 2.00) – hilarious strategic game from the “Worms” saga. Not to be missed.
- Temple Run 2(Free) – famous action game in which you have to tilt the smartphone to make your character move along a path full of obstacles.
- TETRIS(Free) – one of the most famous puzzle games in history. This version optimized for touch-screens is beautiful.
- Final Fantasy V(€ 14.49) – remake in Italian for one of the old chapters of the famous RPG Square-Enix saga. It costs a lot, but if you are a fan it is definitely worth it.
Card games
Card game enthusiasts can also count on a wide range of Android games to suit their needs.
- World Series of Poker(Free) – without a doubt one of the best poker titles available on Android. It is possible to play online with other people from all over the world and it also supports Facebook.
- Burraco Jogatina(Free) – excellent Burraco title that allows you to play in single offline mode and online multiplayer by creating 2v2 or 4v4 challenges.
- Scopa(Free) – for fans of the very classic Scopa game. It allows you to play in single player mode (against the CPU) or in multiplayer by challenging other users around the world or people who are nearby (via Bluetooth).
- Briscola(Free) – nothing better to play Briscola on Android. It supports single player mode and multiplayer mode via Facebook. It includes three different difficulty levels and an advanced milestone system.
- Tressette(Free) – the Tressette on Android. It supports single player mode and multiplayer mode to challenge other users remotely or people who are nearby (via Bluetooth). It includes various decks of cards and an intriguing achievement system that makes the game more varied.
- 250+ Solitaire Collection(Free) – as you can easily guess from the title, this is a fantastic free app that includes over 250 solitaire games (with instructions).
- UNO and Friends(Free) – the hilarious UNO card game in its digital variant. To be played in online multiplayer.
Sports and Motors
Do you love cars, football or basketball? Here are some Android games that you absolutely must try:
- Asphalt 8: Airborne(Free) – one of the best car racing games available on Android, it has spectacular graphics and a huge fleet to choose from.
- FIFA 14(Free) – the football game par excellence. While the controls aren’t always very comfortable, it has great graphics and good gameplay.
- Need for Speed Hot Pursuit(€ 4.49) – one of the best motorsport titles for Android. Besides having beautiful graphics, it includes many different game modes. You can take on the role of cops or criminals by giving life to breathtaking chases.
- GT Racing 2: The Real Car Exp(Free) – another very entertaining title dedicated to four wheels. Very realistic and with an impressive car park. Suffice it to say that it includes 67 licensed cars and 13 tracks, including Mazda and Laguna Seca.
- Jam City(Free) – an excellent basketball game with cartoon graphics.