Nowadays, mobile gaming has reached unprecedented heights, with hardware and software capabilities rivaling those of modern PCs and consoles. The phrase "The future is mobile" has never been more apt. But for many gamers, having a phone that can run simple games is enough. Today, we're going to explore the world of open-world games on mobile devices.
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
One of the biggest hits of the PS2 era has been ported to countless platforms since its release, including an excellent mobile version. While some elements are missing, such as multiplayer missions, most of the same endlessly exciting sandbox gameplay is present here. You'll find it hard to put your phone or tablet down as you make your way through various run-and-gun and driving missions.
Terraria
Re-Logic's mega-hit has done well on mobile despite its complexity, massive biomes, and combat gameplay, thanks to its retro side-scrolling Metroidvania action style. This engaging game has you adventuring to slay monsters, collect items, craft gear, and build structures much like a 2D Minecraft. Having undergone quality-of-life adjustments and having sharp, clear controls, the game looks surprisingly great even on a small touchscreen phone.
Wuthering Waves
This highly anticipated title offers beautiful character and world design, with combat that relies on timed dodges and parries. You get to play as a Rover from the start as you try to uncover the many secrets of this world, including your true identity. You also meet several characters who you can acquire through the Gacha system and enjoy the beautiful story of exploring the world at your own pace.
Perfect World Mobile
Before Gacha games became popular, traditional Korean MMORPGs were the best representation of Eastern online RPG markets. One example was Perfect World, which allowed unprecedented freedom in character creation, world, storylines, and more. Fast-forward to today, and we can relive that experience with Perfect World Mobile, a nearly identical game with automation mechanics for when you don't have time to waste.
Infinity Nikki
This open-world game is perfect for passing the time on-the-go. The massive world of Infinity Nikki is filled with beautiful dresses to find and create amazing combinations for your Nikki. You'll also take part in various challenges like super stylish Voguing boss battles, a fashion show with puppies wearing hats, and a heartwarming storyline.
Minecraft
This is an exercise in creativity and freedom, and few games can match the level of creation and customization that it offers. The game isn't free, but it's almost the same experience you'd get on larger platforms, complete with multiplayer. It's impressive to be able to explore and build in an infinitely vast world, creating almost anything you want (as long as it's made of blocks) on mobile.
Goat Simulator
Some games sometimes forget that the best thing they can give players is pure, simple, and destructive fun. That's what Goat Simulator offered when it launched as a glitchy-looking game about a rebellious goat in a small town. Now, that same goat can terrorize the small screen of your Android or iOS phone. The graphics weren't all that demanding to begin with anyway, so they fit easily into mobile hardware.
Stardew Valley
"Relaxing" is a requirement that's always present in this successful farming game/romance simulator, an absolute hit on PC and console. On mobile, the port offers the same features, setting, music, and everything else right in the comfort of your hands. The graphics are the same, and you return to the small Pelican Town to live out your dreams of living in the countryside in a place full of single country people with personalities and stereotypes that seem to have come right out of romance anime.
GTA Vice City
Even before Grand Theft Auto 5's massively popular multiplayer mode changed the way we look at the series, making it one of the best-selling mobile games.