Whether you’re enjoying smartphone gaming on an Android device or your preference is one of Apple’s many slickly-designed phones, the leading games tend to hog the limelight somewhat when it comes to looking through the App Store and Google Play’s selection of games. From PUBG Mobile to Pokemon Go, the biggest games are generally shoved our way.
One of the main criticisms of smartphone gaming is that the biggest and best developers tend to get all the attention. It can be hard to uncover a gem in such a saturated space that essentially champions the main players in the pack. As such, many mobile gamers are struggling to find lesser-known titles that are worth experiencing. Of course, options away from the downloadable products appeal also, with gamers also playing casino games, such as Mega Moolah and Penny Roulette, while also being able to dive into games through social media sites like Facebook. Although these games also appeal to the gaming community, it’s the options we can download that tend to be explored the most.
With most written reviews and YouTube channels covering the most talked about mobile games on the whole, let’s take a look at some lesser-known alternatives that are still well worth experiencing on a smartphone device. All of the games featured are available for download on iOS and Android unless stated otherwise.
Sunrise Village
A peaceful farming sim, Sunrise Village tasks players with running a successful farm after leaving the stresses of living in a major city behind. With expansion also being a key element in the game, farmers have to not only grow crops and fulfill specific orders but there is an evident need to expand operations and purchase new buildings. While Sunrise Village is a challenge in parts, it’s a fun and relaxing game to session overall.
Reigns
Said to be inspired by the world-famous dating app Tinder, this narrative-led adventure game involves players making the most of a card-swiping control system in order to make the best decisions possible. Set in a fictional medieval world, players essentially have to decide which suggestions to take from advisors by either swiping to reject or accept the proposal. What you decide determines the success of your reign.
Mafia City
A mafia-themed strategy release, Mafia City has had a fair bit of coverage compared to many of the other titles in the list, but not every mobile gamer is aware of it. Offering a fresh take on strategy gameplay, players have to navigate their way through the brutal world of the mafia after becoming the latest mafia boss on the scene. Ever dreamed about running your own crime syndicate? While you should probably keep it quiet, you can transfer yourself into a crime-filled fantasy world as you aim to become the top dog and take out anyone in your way.
Epic Seven
If you’re partial to the odd anime release, then Epic Seven could be right up your street. A free-to-play product, the aim of this particular title is to create a team of formidable heroes as you hope to come out on top in a series of turn-based RPG battles. Also featuring a gripping storyline and some eye-catching visuals, there is a large selection of characters to meet along the way, too. Overall, when assessing some of the most underrated mobile games around at the moment, Epic Seven needs to be in the conversation.
Other games worth checking out include June’s Journey, Cat Quest 2, Kingdom Rush, Slay the Spire, Florence, AdVenture Capitalist, Mystic Messenger, Teamfight Tactics, Mini Motorways, Spaceteam, Pocket City, and Oxenfree.
