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Looking at Some of the Top Games for Your Smartphone Right Now

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When assessing the modern-day entertainment options, gaming on a mobile phone is up there with most people when boredom sets in. It’s convenient, easy to grasp and offers light entertainment to keep us stimulated in times of need. The releases of today beat the likes of Snake and Tetris, too, two early classics before the rise of the smartphone.

Thanks to the emergence of the smartphone, gaming on a mobile phone has never been so appealing. Console-quality titles are now regularly being released on mobile, the graphics have never been so sophisticated, and the all-around detail of most releases is like we’ve never seen before. Then there’s augmented reality games like Pokemon Go, 20 payline slot releases like the Amazing Link Zeus slot, brainteasers, multiplayer classics, and a whole lot more. In fact, the overall genre has never been so detailed in terms of gaming options. Then there are accessories that help bring the best out of particular games, too, such as virtual reality headsets and joysticks. All things considered, smartphone gaming is in a healthy place.

Due to the sheer amount of options available these days, the App Store and Google Play is a bit of a saturated space, though. In order to help you find the best games suitable for you and your smartphone device right now, below is a look at some of the popular options.

Genshin Impact

Compared by some to the classic game Zelda: Breath Of The Wild, Genshin Impact is a gorgeous RPG where players can explore an open world and go on an adventure. Using gacha mechanics, this fantasy-based title offers stunning visuals in what is a truly relaxing experience. As you explore what is a huge map – particularly for a smartphone release – you can glide, climb, swim, and even control as many as four characters at the same time. The more quests you complete, the more your story will advance, and you’ll unlock additional characters. Available on both Android and iOS, Genshin Impact is a fantastic game.

Among Us

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Although its initial buzz has died down somewhat, Among Us is still one of the most popular smartphone releases we have ever been treated to. Described as a multiplayer social deduction game, players are tasked with rumbling the killer on a spaceship. After each round, players guess who they think it is. Players can also switch roles and do the killing themselves. Once you get to grips with it, Among Us is a fun game to sample with both friends and family.

House Life 3D

Made by Good Job Games, House Life 3D is essentially like having a virtual house on your phone. You play the parent, shave the father’s beard, and take part in a whole host of fun and entertaining mini-games.

Pawn Shop Master

Some people like the idea of running a pawn shop. If that has ever been you, then you’ll probably take to Pawn Shop Master. The game essentially involves players running a virtual pawnshop where you can make deals with customers and try to find hidden gems for the best price possible. It’s not the greatest game you’ll ever play, but it sure is popular at the moment.

Pokemon Go

Pokemon Go isn’t new, but it’s still one of the most popular releases people are playing on a smartphone device at the moment. Thanks to its augmented reality feature, you can explore the outdoors while catching Pokemon, taking down gyms, battling and trading with friends, and a whole lot more.

Other options include Subway Surfers, Toon Blast, Pull Him Out, and Minecraft.