Playing games on your mobile phone can get extremely addictive - we all know how wrapped up we got in the classic snake game on the old Nokia 3310 handsets. Brands started taking portable gaming a bit more seriously when they started launching mobile phones, and in came the Nokia N-Gage and games such as Pandemonium. This game became one of the first multiplayer games to be available for mobile phones. Since technology has evolved, smartphone technology has improved greatly and nowadays, smartphones can handle pretty heavy graphics as well, allowing one to play games that are almost on par with portable handheld gaming consoles, such as the PSP.Gaming on handhelds is extremely addictive, but what can be a bit more fun than that? Well, having your friends join in on the fun in multiplayer games. To get you started, we have combined a list of some interesting games that you and your friends can enjoy.
Racing
Asphalt 7: Heat - iOS - $0.99, Android (Coming Soon)
One of the most highly anticipated racing games of 2012, Asphalt 7: Heat recently maneuvered its way on to the iTunes App Store. Building up on the huge success of Asphalt 6: Adrenaline, this year’s racing game from Gameloft comes with 60 different cars from the world’s best manufacturers, such as Ferrari, Lamborghini and Aston Martin, to name a few. Gameloft have taken several measures to improve the multiplayer gameplay as well, giving you the option to race against 5 of your friends locally using Wi-Fi or online. If you feel constricted by the size of your screen, then this racing game can also be viewed on an HDTV by streaming via AirPlay. If your friends are not into racing games, then worry not as the matchmaking system within the game will pit you against online opponents across the world.
Asphalt 7: Heat
Real Racing 2 - iOS - $0.99, Android- Free
This is one of the most exciting racing games to have graced smartphones. It is available for all iOS devices, which include a special HD version made for the iPad. What comes as better news is that Real Racing 2 is also available for Android devices at zero price for a test drive. If Windows Phone users are feeling left out of the action, then fear not as Real Racing 2 will be available for your handset as part of a collaboration between Nokia and Electronic Arts. This game features 30 licensed vehicles from manufacturers, such as BMW and Chevrolet, a great career mode that spans across 15 locations.
Action
Marvel Vs. Capcom 2 - iOS - $4.99
Capcom has a long list of titles available for smartphones and with this game, the developers have brought the thrill of this arcade game to the small screen. It is an arguable fact that this is one of the best fighting games of all times and Capcom have now brought a full-featured port to the iOS platform. The roster of the game is pretty intense, featuring characters from both Marvel and Capcom. For multiplayer gameplay, you can connect with other iPhone users via Bluetooth and fight against each other.
Marvel Vs. Capcom 2
Street Fighter IV Volt - iOS - $0.99
This is one of the most popular games of all times, so much so that this game has reached legendary status. Capcom have released an iOS version of the game and though it features a simple combo move system, it does have a lot of aspects of the console version thrown in. This game now comes with a Battle Network feature, where you can team up with your friends and enter the tournaments in the game on Battle Network. Another great feature for multiplayer gaming is Wi-Fi match and as for the characters, there are a total of 22 fighters to choose from.
Social Gaming
Draw Something - iOS - Free, Android - Free
Draw Something is essentially a mobile version of Pictionary. The difference is that the gameplay is symbiotic. You basically create a game with someone you know by their username or by connecting to Facebook. Draw Something came out in March this year and has already seen 6 billion drawings and 50 million total installations within 50 days. On the day that the application launched, they had some three drawings per second. At its peak, Draw Something generates around 3,000 drawings per second. This app can be summarized in just one statement, ‘The game is downright addictive.’
Draw Something - iOS - Free, Android - Free
Draw Something is essentially a mobile version of Pictionary. The difference is that the gameplay is symbiotic. You basically create a game with someone you know by their username or by connecting to Facebook. Draw Something came out in March this year and has already seen 6 billion drawings and 50 million total installations within 50 days. On the day that the application launched, they had some three drawings per second. At its peak, Draw Something generates around 3,000 drawings per second. This app can be summarized in just one statement, ‘The game is downright addictive.’
Draw Something
Words with Friends - iOS - $2.99, Android - Free
Most of you may have played Scrabble and can definitely revel in the fun that it offered. Zynga aims to recreate this feeling by offering Words with Friends. Like Scrabble, players can construct words in a crossword style with the words being horizontal and vertical and has a lot of references in gameplay taken from Scrabble. Words with Friends is available for download on smartphone platforms such as Android and iOS.
Cards
UNO - iOS - $0.99, Android - $0.99
UNO is one game that most have played at least once at some point in their lives. This classic card game is now available for your iOS or Android smartphone and can be acquired through the respective stores. UNO can be played in both a single as well multiplayer mode and it extremely easy and fun. The multiplayer mode of this game can be used over a Wi-Fi connection, so you can have your friends and family around you while you play the game.
Poker by Zynga - iOS - Free, Android - Free
When it comes to online social gaming, Zynga is a name that usually pops into your head before any other. This is no surprise as the developer did revolutionize social gaming, when they first introduced their games on Facebook. Moving away from PCs to your smartphone, Zynga has now brought along a range of applications with them, one of which is Poker by Zynga. This game can be played against more than 6 million daily users and there’s always a table waiting for you in this Texas Hold ‘em Poker game. The game is great as it allows beginners to learn and it also can be tough to suit competitive poker players.
Poker by Zynga
First Person Shooters
This is another title from Gameloft on our list and is available across smartphone platforms, such as iOS and Android. This Sci-Fi FPS game features multiplayer gameplay, courtesy of Gameloft Live. This game is a great shooter game that is definitely worth trying out and by playing with up to 10 players online or locally, you are sure to enjoy yourself. If this is not enough, then the game also comes with worldwide leaderboards in the game and on the official website, allowing you to show off your skills to the world.
N.O.V.A. 2
Modern Combat 3: Fallen Nation - iOS - $6.99, Android - $6.99
Gaming on smartphones is generally considered as casual gaming, but there are a range of titles that aim to emulate the aspect that ticks a hardcore gamer's veins. One such game is Modern Combat 3: Fallen Nation. This game is currently available on multiple platforms, such as iOS and Android. This first person shooter (FPS) game is a lot of fun to play and there are battles for up to 12 players in 6 exclusive maps and 7 different modes.
Gaming on smartphones is generally considered as casual gaming, but there are a range of titles that aim to emulate the aspect that ticks a hardcore gamer's veins. One such game is Modern Combat 3: Fallen Nation. This game is currently available on multiple platforms, such as iOS and Android. This first person shooter (FPS) game is a lot of fun to play and there are battles for up to 12 players in 6 exclusive maps and 7 different modes.
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