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We can expect to see the return of some of our favorites, while a few of the most anticipated games of 2022 will bring us brand new names and characters to enjoy.</p>\n\n<p>It is worth bearing in mind that a lot of these new games have been <em>delayed </em>from an original 2021 release date, meaning some fans have had to wait longer.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>These factors have helped to increase the anticipation for these games to even higher levels! Here, we have gathered 12 of the games most waited for in 2022, and the suspense is almost unbearable!</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-big-games-are-coming-out-in-2022?\">What Big Games Are Coming out in 2022?</h2>\n\n<p>2022 has a fascinating mixture of big games set for release, including new versions from the <a href=\"https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Pokémon</a>, <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/God_of_War_(2018_video_game)\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">God of War</a>, and <a href=\"https://www.zelda.com/breath-of-the-wild/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Zelda</a> series.</p>\n\n<p>These new games will add a fresh twist to a successful format, with some of them introducing interesting characters or settings, while others bring back classic elements from the past that the developers think will attract more players to play them.</p>\n\n<p>Among the rest of the most anticipated games of 2022, we can see Gotham City without Batman and a much-awaited collaboration between George R.R. Martin and Hidetaka Miyazaki, so there should be <em>something </em>for everyone to enjoy.</p>\n\n<p>Take a look at these 12 titles and you can then decide which new games for 2022 you would most like to try.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"will-there-be-ps4-games-in-2022?\">Will There Be PS4 Games in 2022?</h3>\n\n<p>Yes, all of the main consoles will be receiving new games in 2022, and the PS4 is no exception. Several of the best games that we will be looking at in this list of the most anticipated video games in 2022 will be released for PlayStation 4 and 5 at the same time.</p>\n\n<p>The Nintendo Switch also has a few major new releases on the way, while those gamers who prefer the Microsoft Windows approach won’t be short of choice either. The Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S consoles are also going to receive an influx of keenly-awaited games in the next year.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"1.-zelda:-breath-of-the-wild-2-–-date-tba\">1. Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>In 2017 Breath of the Wild game was released for the Nintendo Switch and Wii U consoles and quickly regarded as one of the best open-world games of all time.</p>\n\n<p>It’s no surprise to see that the second installment is now one of the most anticipated games of 2022, with fans eagerly waiting to hear more details of what exactly it will involve.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Pi-MRZBP91I\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>To date, we know that the original game’s world will be used, but that it will be expanded to let you explore the skies above Hyrule.</p>\n\n<p>A new story and different gameplay aspects will be added, but there are still a lot of things we don’t yet know about the game. Breath of the Wild 2 was initially announced by Nintendo at E3 2019 and a trailer was released at that time, but fans are still guessing over what the plot will be about.</p>\n\n<p>We still don’t even know its full title or exactly when in 2022 it will be released.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"2.-elden-ring-–-february-25,-2022\">2. Elden Ring – February 25, 2022</h2>\n\n<p>This action <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPG</a> is another game that millions of players are looking forward to. Developed by FromSoftware and to be published by Bandai Namco, a big part of the reason there is such a buzz about it is that this is a collaboration between the popular fantasy novelist George R.R. Martin and renowned game director Hidetaka Miyazaki.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/E3Huy2cdih0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>You will be able to play Elden Ring on a variety of formats in 2022, as the release is planned on Windows, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One, and Series X/S.</p>\n\n<p>The story takes place in a region that is called the Lands Between after the Elden Ring has been destroyed and its shards scattered. Characters you will come across include the demigods that rule the land and who each hold part of the Ring.</p>\n\n<p>We already know quite a lot about this entry on our list of the most anticipated games of 2022, as it has been revealed that it will be played in a third-person perspective with an emphasis on exploration and combat across the six areas of land.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"3.-pokémon-legends:-arceus-–-january-28,-2022\">3. Pokémon Legends: Arceus – January 28, 2022</h2>\n\n<p>The fact that it was revealed this Pokémon RPG won’t be open-world hasn’t stopped it from being one of the most anticipated games of 2022 for many gamers.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/wOEHUANP-vo\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Nintendo will be releasing this as their eighth generation of Pokémon video games but it is essentially a prequel to the Pokémon Diamond and Pearl games that came out back in 2006.</p>\n\n<p>The 2022 release date is especially significant, as it means that the new game comes out as part of the Pokémon 25th anniversary celebrations.</p>\n\n<p>Expect the gameplay to be similar to what we have seen in the series in the past, with the task of capturing Pokémon to release them into battle.</p>\n\n<p>The main objective of this 2022 game is to create the first Pokédex, while the legendary Pokémon Arceus will have a big part to play in what happens.</p>\n\n<p>You will be able to use base camps to rest and can create useful items such as smoke bombs and Poké Balls. Nintendo has revealed a variety of new Pokémon in the build-up to the release date, adding to the intrigue felt by those fans who are waiting eagerly for this game to come out.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"4.-gotham-knights-–-date-tba\">4. Gotham Knights – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>Originally set for a 2021 release date, Gotham Knights now looks like it will be released in 2022, although no exact date has yet been confirmed. This is an action RPG with an open-world setting that will be playable on Windows, PlayStation 4 and 5, and the Xbox One and X/S consoles.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/TV2op47sKmY\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Why is it one of the most anticipated games of 2022 and does it deserve this title? The fact that Gotham City doesn’t have Batman in it certainly means that it starts with an interesting twist.</p>\n\n<p>The action takes place at a time after Batman has died, with Gotham City going through troubled times. Therefore, you need to control the Caped Crusader’s former allies, who are Nightwing, Robin, Batgirl, and Red Hood.</p>\n\n<p>You need to reunite these four heroes to work together and bring order back to Gotham City. The bad guys in this game will be the Court of Owls secret society, and our heroes need to return to the Belfry to witch characters and to get ready for their new missions.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"5.-god-of-war:-ragnarök-–-date-tba\">5. God of War: Ragnarök – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>No firm release date has yet been announced for this game, which will be the ninth title in the God of War series by Sony. An action-adventure, Ragnarök will have <a href=\"https://www.worldhistory.org/Norse_Mythology/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Norse mythology</a> at its heart, with the death of the Norse Gods on the cards.</p>\n\n<p>This has been one of the most anticipated games of 2022 since the initial announcement in late 2020, although the release date has already been put back from the original plans.</p>\n\n<p>For those who play <a href=\"/en/games/platform/pc-games/\">PC games</a>, God of War 2018 is coming to <em>Steam </em>so you no longer need a PS4 to play this title.</p>\n\n<p>The action on this game takes place three years after the time when 2018’s God of War game was set. Atreus becomes a more prominent character as he is looking to find out more about his own identity while Loki tries to stop Ragnarök from occurring.</p>\n\n<p>You will need to roam across nine realms and can look forward to coming across rivals such as Freya and the mighty Thor.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"6.-redfall-–-date-tba\">6. Redfall – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>Arkane Studios are behind this new action-adventure game that will be published by <a href=\"https://bethesda.net/en/dashboard\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Bethesda Softworks</a> as one of the most anticipated games of 2022.</p>\n\n<p>No exact date has been officially announced for the release of Redfall, but it looks like it will come out for the Xbox Series X/S and Windows formats in time for summer. It is an open-world shooter where you can play on your own or join forces with others in the co-operative mode.</p>\n\n<p>Choose from four playable characters that each gives you different abilities and backgrounds. This ranges from a sharpshooter to combat engineer and from inventor to a telekinetic student.</p>\n\n<p>As for the enemies you come up against, expect to do battle against vampires as well as human opponents as you explore the fictional town of Redfall in Massachusetts. A scientific experiment has gone wrong here, and that means that you need to clean up the town.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"7--splatoon-3-–-date-tba\">7- Splatoon 3 – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>This third-person shooter from Nintendo should also see the light of day in the next year. Why is it regarded as one of the most anticipated games of 2022?</p>\n\n<p>Well, it is the latest in the popular Splatoon series of video games where you can either play solo or else join the online multiplayer matches to take on other players.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Z4ngPsn5d5A\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Splatoon 3 will be available on the Nintendo Switch, although the series began life on the Wii U, and it will let you choose your characters from the Inklings and Octolings options.</p>\n\n<p>There are different weapons available now too, all of which fire out ink to splatter and cover your opponents. The Turf War mode will allow two teams of four players to try and cover the other’s area of the post-apocalyptic Splatsville in their ink as quickly as possible.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"8.-slime-rancher-2-–-date-tba\">8. Slime Rancher 2 – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>The developers at Monomi Park are bringing us a new installment of the Slime Rancher game shortly, following on from the success of the original that was released back in 2017.</p>\n\n<p>Like the original, it is expected to have an open-world setting and again features the cute Beatrix LeBeau, who will be attempting to set up and grow a farm on Rainbow Island this time.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ehh3m59vbA0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>We should expect to see Slime Rancher 2 land on Windows and the Xbox Series X/S formats in 2022. The gameplay looks similar to the original title, as you need to collect slime and build a farm.</p>\n\n<p>New types of slime such as cotton slime, flutter slime, and batty slime are all going to be included, making this easily one of the most anticipated games of 2022 for those players who enjoy cute games with a lot of variety.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"9.-tiny-tina’s-wonderland-–-march-25,-2022\">9. Tiny Tina’s Wonderland – March 25, 2022</h2>\n\n<p>This first-person shooter from Gearbox Software is a spin-off from the extremely successful Borderlands series, which helps to explain why it is one of the most anticipated 2022 video games.</p>\n\n<p>It will be published on a variety of formats by 2K Games and you can either play alone or with three others in the multiplayer option. What is it like and how has it been inspired by Borderlands?</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ikqs6B4ozM0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The action takes place right after the events of Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep in the Borderlands world, which means that it is a fantasy game with a role-playing theme.</p>\n\n<p>You can create your characters using the six available character classes, letting you mix different skills and choose from a big variety of weapons too.</p>\n\n<p>With a selection of playable worlds accessible through an overworld area, it is easy to see why this is one of the most anticipated games of 2022 among <em>fantasy RPG</em> fans.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"10.-gran-turismo-7---march-4,-2022\">10. Gran Turismo 7 - March 4, 2022</h2>\n\n<p>The latest title in the Gran Turismo series from Polyphony Digital looks like being the most visually impressive to date. The huge number of fans of Gran Turismo makes this one of the most anticipated games of 2022 for PlayStation 4 and 5 owners.</p>\n\n<p>Fans originally expected the game to be developed solely for the PS5, and it has been suggested that the PS5 version will be enhanced to take advantage of the newer console’s great power.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Eeznj47iZGg\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The trailer shows us that the main menu will return to the style we saw in Gran Turismo 4, while the GT Simulation Mode is back too. Many of the features are still present, so you can look forward to familiar elements such as the Driving School, Championships, and Tuning Parts Shop.</p>\n\n<p>Creating customized cars will now be easier than it was in previous installments of the game. Fans will be looking forward to trying out the career mode on Gran Turismo 7 as soon as possible, as it has already been delayed from 2021.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"11.-goodbye-volcano-high-–-date-tba\">11. Goodbye Volcano High – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>Another of the most anticipated games of 2022 that have been delayed from an expected 2021 release, Goodbye Volcano High is a narrative adventure game created by KO_OP. You will be able to play on the PlayStation 4 and 5, as well as on Microsoft Windows.</p>\n\n<p>What is it about? Goodbye Volcano High features a group of dinosaurs who are in a rock band and are about to graduate from high school.</p>\n\n<p>The images released so far look absolutely amazing. The developers promise that players will help the teen dinosaurs find love while trying to work out who they are and how they fit into the world.</p>\n\n<p>The addition of a <em>non-binary character</em> voiced by <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lachlan_Watson\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Lachlan Watson</a> from <a href=\"https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7569592/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina</a> adds to the intrigue of this game, which the developers say will have the feel of one of your favorite TV shows.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"12.-starfield-–-november-11,-2022\">12. Starfield – November 11, 2022</h2>\n\n<p>Finally, Bethesda Game Studios will bring us this highly-anticipated 2022 video game towards the end of the year. Starfield is an action RPG that was first announced by the developer back at the E3 event in 2018.</p>\n\n<p>The action will take place in a space-themed world and you can look forward to playing it on Windows or the Xbox Series X/S.</p>\n\n<p>One of the reasons this title makes it onto our list of the most anticipated games of 2022 is that it is the first new games franchise from Bethesda in more than <em>two decades</em>. The game takes place in 2310, and the area covered in the game runs to about 50 light-years.</p>\n\n<p>Two groups have been taking part in the Colony War, which recently ended and gave way to an uncertain peace. Playing this games means taking on the role of a space explorer who travels through a <em>very </em>troubled part of the universe.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"which-games-should-you-try-in-2022?\">Which Games Should You Try in 2022?</h2>\n\n<p>As we have seen in this look at 12 of the most anticipated games of 2022, there is a <em>huge</em> amount of variety to look forward to in the next year. Be sure to check out the latest <a href=\"/en/games/os/android-games/\">android games</a> as you may even find something to play there.</p>\n\n<p>Still, If the latest installment of one of your favorite franchises is due out in 2022, it could be an easy decision to give this new game a try and see whether it brings a new sense of excitement to a familiar world.</p>\n\n<p>Otherwise, why not take a look at the trailers we have included, to see which of 2022’s most anticipated games catches your eye? 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Through a rose-tinted lens, we view older experiences in a different light than how we'd see them today, but nostalgia isn't everything.</p>\n\n<p>Sometimes, the things we used to love are exactly as good as we remember them to be and rarely is this as true as it is in the world of retro games.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>Though limited compared to games of today, the boundaries of retro games in no way mean the titles must be bad. After all, simplicity can be a very good thing, and retro games capture this simplicity like few other forms of entertainment.</p>\n\n<p>Made by the right team and guided by the right vision, retro games plus modern players can be just as great a combination as ever, and we want to explore why.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-considered-retro-games?\">What are Considered Retro Games?</h2>\n\n<p>This is a difficult question and one which necessarily changes with time. We considered retro video games retro because of how old they are, but as video games evolve, the definition of old continues to shift.</p>\n\n<p>Back in the year 2000, retro games would usually involve anything that came before 1990. Since video games only really took off post-1980, this would classify any game released in the first half of the industry as retro.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/PQs5tXqgg8Q\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Today, just as always, what we consider as retro games is more than a little arbitrary. Generally, retro games are seen as those on PC released <em>before </em>the year 2000, or those on the <a href=\"/en/blog/console-generations/\">sixth generation of consoles</a> (PlayStation 1 and Nintendo 64) or before.</p>\n\n<p>Though this still maintains a connection to around half of the lifespan of commercial video games, it's likely that a 20-30 year gap will eventually become a standard definition of retro, as it has with movies and music.</p>\n\n<p>The one confounding issue to note here is that there is a new subgenre of retro-inspired titles like Sonic Mania and Undertale. These aren't considered true retro, more retro-inspired than anything else.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"why-do-people-play-retro-games?\">Why do People Play Retro Games?</h2>\n\n<p>In simple terms, because graphics and complexity don't necessarily equal fun and quality. <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Draughts\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Checkers</a>, for example, has existed in some forms as far back as <em>3,000 BCE</em>. As with retro games, checkers is so fun that it's never dated itself out of existence.</p>\n\n<p>For this reason, it's probable that many retro video games will never <a href=\"/en/blog/the-rise-in-popularity-of-retro-games/\">go out of style</a>, as they become permanent fixtures among gaming enthusiasts.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"are-retro-games-better-or-worse-than-modern-titles?\">Are Retro Games Better or Worse than Modern Titles?</h2>\n\n<p>Ultimately, this is a question of <em>taste</em>, with no strict yes or no answers. For some players, the streamlined approach of older titles means that they'll always be a superior choice to the bulky games of today.</p>\n\n<p>For others, older games might be so graphically unappealing that they can't find themselves able to engage in any real way. Most players, however, will find this more about genre appreciation and how the different generations reflect the possibilities for different types of games.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-genres-are-available-in-retro-games?\">What Genres are Available in Retro Games?</h2>\n\n<p>Taking place before the year 2000, it's natural that some genres won't appear in the retro games era. Playing retro games online, for example, isn't going to be easy for fans of modern <a href=\"/en/games/genre/multiplayer-games/\">multiplayer games</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Even if the networks which host these games remain online, the experience is rarely streamlined, and jumping through these hoops can be frustrating and alienating.</p>\n\n<p>Similar problems could be found in newer genres that simply didn't exist before the new millennium. <a href=\"/en/blog/moba-games-guide/\">MOBA games</a> only came about in 2003, with the release of the Defense of the Ancients mod for Warcraft III.</p>\n\n<p>For this reason, fans of LoL or Dota 2 aren't going to have any options in retro gaming. The same applies to battle royale games, which didn't really exist before PUBG in 2017.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"how-do-people-play-retro-games?\">How Do People Play Retro Games?</h2>\n\n<p>Today, few people play retro titles on their original systems. Since retro systems are no longer being built, and many have broken over time, the cost for older consoles and PCs can be prohibitive.</p>\n\n<p>To overcome this problem, most modern players turn to rereleases or, more commonly, <a href=\"/en/blog/game-emulators/\">emulators on PC and other systems</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Emulators give players access to practically, or perhaps literally, all retro games plus a range of options not available on original systems. This can make retro games easier to play, with access to save states, more ergonomic controls, and many other modern conveniences and advantages.</p>\n\n<p>Running retro games through these means configuring the right emulator, and then running the game file, called a ROM.</p>\n\n<p>Though emulating more recent systems can be problematic due to performance concerns, the low demands of retro systems mean getting them working at full speed is usually a simple task.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"our-top-five-retro-games\">Our Top Five Retro Games</h2>\n\n<p>As with any video game, taste is largely subjective. After all, the games that you love might not be loved by everyone, so making a top-five list is a tricky pursuit. That said, some titles are so influential and broadly loved that their importance is undeniable.</p>\n\n<p>With that in mind, here are our picks for the top five retro video games, with a little information on what makes them so special.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"tetris\">Tetris</h3>\n\n<p>As of late 2021, Tetris has sold over a hundred million copies, making the mobile version alone the third best-selling game of all time. Factor in the many other well-received forms of the game, and Tetris might even find a place as the most popular game ever.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/VNbo1AGqKrI\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The very first Tetris title was released in 1984, developed by Soviet software engineer <a href=\"https://tetris.com/bios#alexey\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Alexey Pajitnov</a>. Produced for an early 1978 computer called the Electronika 60, Tetris was one of the rare games that could operate well on early home computers, and it quickly became a hit.</p>\n\n<p>Much more relevant to the game's future success would be its arrival on the NES and Game Boy, where Tetris skyrocketed in the western consciousness.</p>\n\n<p>Over time, practically every video gaming system received a port of Tetris. Whether playing retro games online or even in physical releases like with Tetris Effect, the low requirements and easy-to-understand gameplay have made it a perfect fit for both casual and hardcore gamers.</p>\n\n<p>Now even featuring international competitions held on older ports of the game, Tetris has never shown any signs of slowing down. After all, as anyone who's played Tetris can tell you, the game only gets faster the further you get.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"super-mario-bros\">Super Mario Bros</h3>\n\n<p>When the NES launched in North America in 1985, it heralded a new healthy age of video games. Following the video game crash of 1983, players of retro games were after titles that had more depth, and this is <em>exactly </em>what Super Mario Bros delivered.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/7qirrV8w5SQ?start=8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>As is typical in some of the biggest retro games on the market, SMB didn't invent the important elements like smooth scrolling and fine control, but it did raise them to new levels. Mario was fast, he was precise, and he showed just how powerful early consoles could be in the hands of the right developers.</p>\n\n<p>Directed by the legendary Shigeru Miyamoto, Super Mario Bros would be a commercial and critical hit. Inspiring thousands of future platformers and retro arcade games, Mario almost singlehandedly proved the viability of the burgeoning platforming genre.</p>\n\n<p>So popular was the little plumber that he eventually became Nintendo's mascot, where he's remained for the last 35 years.</p>\n\n<p>Today, the legend of Mario lives on not just in remakes, but also in huge retro games groups like the speedrunning community. With players close to achieving a theoretically perfect fastest time, the original Super Mario Bros' spot as one of the biggest retro games is beyond dispute.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-legend-of-zelda-–-ocarina-of-time\">The Legend of Zelda – Ocarina of Time</h3>\n\n<p>With so many entries that transformed all of gaming, it's difficult to choose just one Zelda entry to put on this best retro games list. For the sake of popularising 3D adventure gaming, however, it's 1998's Ocarina of Time that earns top billing.</p>\n\n<p>Building on the precedent set by the former retro games of the series, OOT had Link set on yet another epic quest to save Princess Zelda from the hands of the evil Ganondorf.</p>\n\n<p>On his way, Link would encounter many new friends and foes, as his expanding list of abilities and items opened up new places and ways to explore.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/6g2vk8Gudqs?start=8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Like the original Zelda and later Link to the Past, OOT raised the bar of adventure to new heights, proving what was possible in 2D could also work in the challenging 3D space.</p>\n\n<p>Like with SMB, rereleases and a dedicated community have ensured that Link's first 3D quest has remained one of the most popular, even with newer releases significantly modernizing the formula.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"doom\">Doom</h3>\n\n<p>By the time Doom was released on PC in 1993, developer ID Software had already proved their pedigree in the 3D action space. With other major retro games like Catacomb 3D and Wolfenstein 3D under their belts, they knew first-person shooters better than anyone, even before FPS became a term.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/iFnOLFd_ByQ?start=8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>In fact, Doom would be so important that before the advent of the FPS title, games in the genre would commonly be called Doom clones.</p>\n\n<p>Doom introduced 3D environments well beyond anything that came before, with technology that was thought to be impossible on the home computers of the time. Backed by the design philosophies of Tom Hall and John Romero, and coded by John Carmack, Doom was generations ahead of the competitors.</p>\n\n<p>It's also one of those retro games that understood the importance of game purity. The players of Doom had a simple mission: get to the end of the level and kill any demons foolish enough to get in their way. Doom was violent, it was smooth, it was skill-based, and for many, it was also the first time the audience managed to play retro games online.</p>\n\n<p>With source-ports and console releases, the original Doom games are still widely played and loved. Gamers have still shown reverence to the new entries, but for millions of players, no retro games on PC better illustrate the platform or action games better than Doom.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"street-fighter-2\">Street Fighter 2</h3>\n\n<p>The original Street Fighter was an average game by many standards. It was slow, clumsy, and even the most dedicated Street Fighter fans recommend against giving it your time. Street Fighter 2, on the other hand, is seen as the true origin of the entire fighting games genre.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/NrZBcwLZwBY?start=8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Making retro arcade games was tricky, as early titles had to find a way to pit players against what was essentially a high-score table. In Street Fighter 2, the enemy was right next to you, and it was only your skill over them that would win the day.</p>\n\n<p>With grapples, fireballs, spinning-bird kicks, and an accidentally invented combo system, SF2 changed the course of multiplayer games forever.</p>\n\n<p>Undergoing numerous updates and arcade rereleases, this title also brought to light the importance of patches to eliminate bugs and exploits, as well as balance tier lists.</p>\n\n<p>Though one of the sequels, Street Fighter 3: 3rd Strike would arguably be the most popular in the series, the second entry has maintained an active competitive player-base for more than 30 years.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"a-retro-future\">A Retro Future</h2>\n\n<p>With each new year, the list of games we consider to be retro continues to grow. Make no mistake, even the most cutting-edge titles we love today will eventually be seen as retro games by players a few decades from now.</p>\n\n<p>With this in mind, understand that a game's age in no way reflects its quality. Just as there are great and terrible games today, there were great and terrible games in the retro era.</p>\n\n<p>Take the time, dip your toes into the pool of retro games, and you might be surprised at what you can find. Whether looking for a way to spend an afternoon or a new series to play through from the beginning, don't overlook what the landscape of retro games has to offer.</p>\n\n<p>As they say, <em>classics are classics for a reason.</em></p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/retro-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The Reason Retro Games Keep Slaying the Game\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/covers/general/5_b.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-25\"\n}\n</script>","date":"11/25/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/retro-games_1.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13569"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/best-android-games/"},"strings":{"title":"The 10 Best Android Games in 2021 ","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"840000","description":"<p>2021 has been another terrific year for the Android gaming community, with some great new games coming out and a few established favorites having bugs fixed or receiving much-needed enhancements.</p>\n\n<p>What are the best Android games in 2021 and what gameplay do they offer?</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>The following is a mixture of the best <em>new titles</em> that have hit the market in 2021, together with some <em>older classics</em> that combine to give us a list of the <em>top ten best Android games 2021</em> <em>has to offer</em>.</p>\n\n<p>With a variety of RPGs, action games, and mobile rhythm apps, this is a collection that has something for every type of mobile gamer to enjoy. Let’s get started and find out which games have caught our eye in the last year.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"1.-among-us\">1. Among Us</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Innersloth LLC</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2018</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 10+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Released in 2018, Among Us rose to prominence in 2020 and has continued to be a firm favorite of gamers over the world in 2021, meaning that it is still considered one of the best games on Android in 2021 just as it was the year before that.</p>\n\n<p>It has been downloaded from the Google Play Store <a href=\"https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.innersloth.spacemafia\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">over 12.6 million times</a> and shows no sign of losing its appeal anytime soon.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/bqibX3lW6_4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The game was partly based on the movie <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Thing_(1982_film)\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The Thing</a> and there was talk of an Among Us 2 game being released in the future, but for the moment the developers have dedicated their time to sorting out the technical issues that have caused issues for some players.</p>\n\n<p>Some of the recent improvements have helped to ensure that it doesn’t lose its spot on the best mobile games of 2021 list.</p>\n\n<p>Up to 15 players join together on a spaceship that will soon be blasting off, but one of the players is an impostor who wants to kill them all while the rest are crew members who need to find the impostor while carrying out their normal tasks.</p>\n\n<p>It’s an incredibly simple idea that has been carried out well, to give a well-rounded mobile experience where sabotage and secrecy are among the keys to success.</p>\n\n<p>As one of <em>the </em>best Android games in 2021, this is a free game worth exploring, with a selection of in-app purchases to help you enjoy the experience more if you want to upgrade.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"2.-crash-bandicoot:-on-the-run!\">2. Crash Bandicoot: On the Run!</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: King</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2021</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: None</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>This hugely popular gaming character finally came to our Android screens in 2021 in a fast, colorful adventure. It is designed as one of the endless runner genres of mobile games, where you need to jump, spin, and carry out other slick moves to make your way through a series of maps.</p>\n\n<p>There isn’t much of a storyline, but the game is based on the idea that the evil Dr Neo Cortex is up to no good and only you can stop him. With millions of downloads, Crash Bandicoot has been confirmed as one of the best Android games 2021 has brought us.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/KETsS3nkwBw\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The way it is faithful to the original game and the top-level graphics make it stand out against the other endless runner games for Android games right now.</p>\n\n<p>Once you start you will have to choose to play as either Crash or Coco. Since you can’t control your character’s speed, it is just about helping them to avoid the traps and run for as long as possible.</p>\n\n<p>An array of mutants will try to get in your way, while you will eventually run into some of the top bosses if you manage to keep running far enough.</p>\n\n<p>This title comes from the same developer that brought us the Candy Crush Saga, so expect a polished look but also lots of opportunities to spend money on the game. Despite this, it can be played for free if you are patient about waiting for your next game.</p>\n\n<p>The inclusion of Crash Bandicoot: On the Run! on our list of the best Android games for 2021 is largely due to the fun it offers and the simple but highly enjoyable gameplay.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"3.-beatstar\">3. Beatstar</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Space Ape</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2021</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 13+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The mobile rhythm market got a new contender in 2021, with the release of Beatstar on the Play Store. It looks similar to games like <a href=\"https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0498678/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Guitar Hero</a>, with a series of musical sequences scrolling down your Android’s screen for you to hit.</p>\n\n<p>The presentation is fantastic, and Beatstar also benefits from having a series of licensed songs from different artists, including an incredibly wide variety of songs from Lynyrd Skynyrd to Avicii and Doja Cat that you can choose from.</p>\n\n<p>With new songs added regularly, this is a great way to listen to your favorites while trying to match the rhythm. One drawback is that there is no offline mode, so we can’t class Beatstar among the best offline games for Android in 2021.</p>\n\n<p>Miss a note completely and the song will stop in its tracks. This is where the monetization aspect comes in, as it becomes really difficult to unlock new songs as you progress unless you are willing to pay for it.</p>\n\n<p>However, the overall appeal of the game means that it is a solid option for anyone who is happy to slowly work through the catalog at their own speed. Beatstar is undoubtedly one of the best Android games in 2021, and it should become a firm favorite for music fans long into the future.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"4.-crossy-road\">4. Crossy Road</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Hipster Whale</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2014</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: None</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>With almost five million downloads to date, this simple yet massively enjoyable game has been a huge hit, meaning that is an easy choice to add it to our best Android games 2021 list despite it already being a few years old.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/FdgxK4gR3eg\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The basic idea is that you help a chicken cross the road without him getting squashed, attacked, or even drowned along the way.</p>\n\n<p>The developers have gone for a bright, cartoony feel that helps to make this a fun romp for players of all ages who are looking for a few moments of simple pleasure without having to learn too many rules or controls.</p>\n\n<p>Crossy Road has been described as being like an endless version of the classic Frogger arcade game that first appeared in the early 1980s.</p>\n\n<p>Some gamers might find that it is just a little too simplistic and repetitive for them, but there is no denying that getting past a tough obstacle like a big road or a river is immensely satisfying.</p>\n\n<p>It may not be a game that you play every day, but Crossy Road is a more than decent option to have on your phone for those quiet moments when you just want some fun with no hassles or complex gameplay to worry about.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"5.-fortnite\">5. Fortnite</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Epic Games</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2018</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 13+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>You need to head to the Epic Game Store rather than the Google Play Store to download this game. It is a <a href=\"/en/blog/battle-royale/\">battle royale style</a> of mobile game that has been incredibly popular among gamers on many different formats for the last few years.</p>\n\n<p>The Android version perhaps lacks some of the crisp graphics and smooth action of the PC version, although those complaints certainly haven’t stopped it from becoming one of the best free Android games in 2021.</p>\n\n<p>You play this game online against other human opponents, beginning your mission by flying into the combat zone and choosing when you jump off the craft that takes you there.</p>\n\n<p>After that, you take your place in a huge battle where your mission is to attempt to be the last player standing. You can choose to take on this challenge on your own, or else you could join up with others in a team of two or four.</p>\n\n<p>As one of the best Android games that players can download at no cost, this is a good way to start playing a game for free before deciding whether or not to buy cosmetic items such as skins.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"6.-genshin-impact\">6. Genshin Impact</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: mihoYo Limited</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2020</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 13+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Following its release in the second half of the year, Genshin Impact became one of the best Android games in 2021. This action game was released in Windows, PlayStation 4, and iOS versions at the same time it made its way onto the Google Play Store.</p>\n\n<p>Described as an RPG, Genshin Impact takes place in a fantasy setting in a world known as Teyvat. You need to travel across a series of different settings, dealing with monsters using your combat skills and helping those that need you to help them.</p>\n\n<p>The spectacular success of this game meant that it earned the developer $2 billion in the first year after its release, with the signs pointing towards the total of 2.7 million downloads on the Play Store rising consistently from now on.</p>\n\n<p>The graphics and soundtrack are extremely impressive for a mobile game, although some players have criticized the monetization model that it uses.</p>\n\n<p>Yet, the appeal of seeking out the seven Gods that inhabit this land and finding answers to the key questions makes this one of the best free Android games in 2021.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"7.-castlevania:-symphony-of-the-night\">7. Castlevania: Symphony of the Night</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Konami</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2020</li>\n\t<li>Cost: $2.99</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 13+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Initially released for the PlayStation console in 1997, this instalment of the Castlevania series was ported to the Android platform in 2020. While the $2.99 price tag may put some players off, fans will probably be happy to pay that price to get hold of this mobile version of the classic RPG.</p>\n\n<p>For those who follow the series, this game is set after the Rondo of Blood title and the action takes place a few years after the events in that game.</p>\n\n<p>You take control of a vampire going by the name of Alucard and need to battle against the other demons that hang around the castle. There are lots of weapons and spells that you can use on your mission, and the castle itself is terrific fun to explore.</p>\n\n<p>The number and variety of enemies that you are pitched against make this a highly varied experience, while the graphics look fantastic too, making this one of the best Android games for 2021.</p>\n\n<p>It took a while for the original to take off, but it is now listed by some critics among the best video games ever made, so it is well worth taking a look at the Android version.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"8.-chrono-trigger\">8. Chrono Trigger</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Square Enix</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2012 (upgraded in 2018)</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 10+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Another of the classic RPGs to be released for Android devices, Chrono Trigger first came out in 1995 for the SNES.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/OFmTAc50LR4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>It was first transferred to Android in 2012, but the numerous bugs on this version led to the developers bringing out an upgraded app in 2018 that has helped to give a vastly improved and much slicker playing experience.</p>\n\n<p>The game is all about the hero, called Crono, braving entering an unknown world to find his lost friend. Marle. The journey puts you up against a variety of enemies, with interesting locations such as the Dimensional Vortex and Lost Sanctum dungeons adding a lot of atmosphere to the game.</p>\n\n<p>You get to unleash up to 50 different battle combos as you try to get the better of the many opponents who stand in your way as you attempt to rescue Marle.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"9.-dragalia-lost\">9. Dragalia Lost</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Cygames / Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2018</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 13+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>This action role-playing game brings humans and dungeons together in an epic adventure that takes place in Alberia. The royals here can transform into dragons to go into battle.</p>\n\n<p>However, strange things are happening in the land, and Prince Euden has to begin his Dragon Selection Trial against a backdrop of troubles and waning magic power. Reviewers have given praise to the gameplay, the graphics, and to the great soundtrack that plays during your adventure.</p>\n\n<p>You can play Dragalia Lost as a single player or team up with others to try the four-player cooperative play option. This was Nintendo’s first mobile game to be developed for Android devices without existing as a console game first of all.</p>\n\n<p>It proved to be a hit, with <em>more than 300,000 </em>Japanese players pre-registering for it. In its first year after release, the game had grossed more than $100 million, and it continues to be one of the best Android games in 2021 that players can download for free.</p>\n\n<p>If you like the challenge of playing strategy games, you might like to consider how to progress on Dragalia Lost through diverse tactics such as crafting new weapons and working to increase the potency of your dragon.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"10.-railroad-ink-challenge\">10. Railroad Ink Challenge</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Horrible Guild</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2021</li>\n\t<li>Cost: $3.99</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: None</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Released in 2018 as a roll and write board game, Railroad Ink Challenge made the switch to mobile devices in 2021, quickly gaining a reputation as one of the best Android games in 2021 for us to enjoy.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/QatmSzWm9wE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The aim of the game is to roll the dice and then draw the different transport routes that are needed to connect the exits dotted across the board. You can then grow your railroad network by adding in new stations and other features, letting you pick up points as you go.</p>\n\n<p>One of the reasons this app has gained a positive reputation is that you can play alone or challenge others to see who picks up the most points. Leaving open connections will see you penalized no matter how you plan the Railroad Ink Challenge game, though.</p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https://horribleguild.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The developer</a> has confirmed that expansions will be released, and will be based on the likes of the Forest and Desert sections of the original board game, adding new rules and dice to the gameplay.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"which-is-the-no-1-android-game-in-the-world-in-2021?\">Which Is the No 1 Android Game in the World in 2021?</h2>\n\n<p>If you are looking for the Android game with the highest number of downloads, the main candidates are 2017’s <em>Garena Free Fire</em>, <em>PUBG Mobile</em> from 2018, and 2016’s <em>Mobile Legends: Big Bang</em>, all of which have been downloaded <em><strong>more than a billion</strong></em> times by players across the planet.</p>\n\n<p>Each OS and device's requirements vary slightly, making our list of the best mobile games in 2021 on Android very specific.</p>\n\n<p>The titles we have included here are just some of the terrific mobile games that you can <a href=\"/en/games/category/download-games/\">download to your device</a>, but <a href=\"/en/games/platform/mobile-games/\">don't forget to check</a> our very own ones, too.</p>\n\n<p>Happy gaming!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/best-android-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The 7 Best Free PC Games to Play in 2021\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2018/week_14/realtime-turnbased-1.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-22\"\n}\n</script>","date":"11/22/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/best-android-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13557"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/handheld-game-consoles/"},"strings":{"title":"These are the Top 8 Handheld Game Console Devices of All Time","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"660000","description":"<p>There was a time when video gaming was tied only to stationary systems. Arcade machines, consoles, and PCs, all were the only ways in which a player could engage.</p>\n\n<p>While we were content with these choices, we never knew what we were missing. Eventually, developers would branch out to create the first mobile system; a true handheld game console.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>Suddenly, we had the joy of video games anywhere we went. Some of these handheld video games would even challenge the quality of their home-based cousins.</p>\n\n<p>Over time, this handheld game console market would grow and evolve, turning from what was a niche curiosity into a major market force.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/vx4Zn5u4NQA?start=105\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Have you ever wondered how we got to where we are today? Let's take a look back at the history of handheld console systems and how they changed.</p>\n\n<p>As for what counts as a handheld, in classic terms, <strong>a handheld game console is a video gaming device portable anywhere</strong>. While doing this, it also must keep the display in your hands.</p>\n\n<p>At first, this meant something like a <a href=\"https://americanhistory.si.edu/collections/search/object/nmah_1253117\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Game Boy</a>, though over time the definition expanded. Today, handhelds include mobile phones as unofficial entries among their ranks.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"in-the-beginning\">In the Beginning</h2>\n\n<p>The idea of handheld video gaming consoles was around since the advent of grounded home systems. It seemed a natural change, to bring an already popular form of entertainment into an untapped marketplace.</p>\n\n<p>After all, companies in the 70s were already spending millions to develop the best home systems. From this perspective. making the best handheld game console was a simple extension of this concept.</p>\n\n<p>The reality was that, before the 1980s, the technology to make a great handheld game console wasn't there yet. Handhelds needed tiny computer chips that were both powerful enough to run, and cheap enough to sell at a profit.</p>\n\n<p>Additionally, the battery drain for these systems could make them problematic in the long term.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/99YqJ8pmvZI?start=105\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Early on, systems like 1979 Microvision would attempt to make ground on this front. It wasn't until the Game Boy was released in 1989, however, that technological reach finally met its grasp.</p>\n\n<p>The Game Boy was powerful, it was cheap and for many, that enshrined the system as the best handheld game console of all time.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"competitors-and-decline\">Competitors and Decline</h2>\n\n<p>As handheld video games on the Game Boy began to sell like hotcakes, other major manufacturers tried to enter the handheld console market.</p>\n\n<p>During the 90s, such efforts were hardly as complicated as they are today, with famous names like Atari, Sega, and even Bandai trying to make their mark.</p>\n\n<p>Eventually, all failed in the face of Nintendo's momentum and established franchises. Only one developer managed to put up a real fight. This developer was Sony, which released the PSP in 2004, after gaining experience making the PlayStation 1 and 2.</p>\n\n<p>Entering the handheld game console market, they released the PSP, and seven years later, the PSVita. Both of these machines were well regarded, but even they folded before Nintendo's might.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"possibilities-for-the-future\">Possibilities for the Future</h2>\n\n<p>The last major dedicated gaming console offering handheld play has been the Switch, which hit shelves in 2017. As a console/handheld hybrid, the Switch superseded the New 3DS line.</p>\n\n<p>This consolidated their handheld and grounded titles into a singular whole. As of 2020, this is the only traditional handheld game console left, but tradition is changing.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img alt=\"Mobile games are becoming stronger than most older consoles\" src=\"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2019/week_7/11_Mobile.png\" title=\"MOBA on mobile\" /></p>\n\n<p>Gaining momentum in the background of the handheld gaming market is the growing success of mobile phones. Originally far more limited than the Game Boy, modern mobile phones today have come a long way.</p>\n\n<p>Today, they're often more powerful than the PlayStation 2, with some even surpassing the power of the <em>Switch</em>.</p>\n\n<p>Such potential presents a considerable challenge for Nintendo and its handheld game console fame. This created massive potential implications for the future of handheld gaming.</p>\n\n<p>Needless to say, it's going to be a difficult few years for Nintendo if they want to maintain their place in the handheld game console arena.</p>\n\n<p>Before going on, it's important to note there is debate over how we define consoles and handhelds. To some players, the term handheld is the only correct term, which should differentiate it from consoles (like the PlayStation), and PC.</p>\n\n<p>Ultimately, there isn't one right answer, so the terms handheld or handheld console are both acceptable.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"the-top-8-handheld-video-game-consoles\">The Top 8 Handheld Video Game Consoles</h2>\n\n<p>There's a lot of crossover between financial success and handheld game console influence. That said, going straight for a list of the best-sellers is a bit dry. This is especially the case when you consider how Nintendo's offerings would then completely dominate this list.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, we can't deny how much Nintendo has driven the handheld game console industry forward. We'll also focus on offerings slightly more unusual.</p>\n\n<p>As a top-eight list, the following are presented in no particular order. This is because there isn't just one \"best handheld\". Handhelds are a matter of taste, with no right or wrong answers. Heck, you can even choose the <em>Virtual Boy</em> as the best if you want to.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"game-boy\">Game Boy</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $89.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: September 1989</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 1,046</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The grandfather of them all, the Game Boy was the system that set the stage for decades to come. With a green and black monochrome display and only two buttons, the system struggles by today's standards.</p>\n\n<p>Then, at the time, it was a technological marvel. Here, titles like Tetris and Pokémon would find their legs. From humble beginnings, they then became some of the most popular handheld game console titles ever developed.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/eRiwW6M55qg\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Ten years later, in 1998, the Game Boy hardware would see its first major update in the <em>Game Boy Color</em>. With up to 56 colors on screen at a time over the original system's two, the GBC was a strong follow-up, but it couldn't compare to what Nintendo had in store next.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"game-boy-advance\">Game Boy Advance</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $99.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: June 2001</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 1,534</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>As the name suggests, the Game Boy Advance was a full handheld game console upgrade to the GB and GBC. About as powerful as the Super Nintendo, the GBA updated the button count to four.</p>\n\n<p>It also supported hundreds or thousands of colors at once, depending on the graphics mode, and was a handheld powerhouse.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/qBzh-fzzIsE?start=105\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The GBA would see its hardware refreshed with the SP and Micro models. These addressed the system's main complaint of a non-backlit screen.</p>\n\n<p>Though the system would struggle with 3D graphics, its capacity for 2D has left many to consider the GBA the best handheld game console on the market.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"nintendo-ds\">Nintendo DS</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $149.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: November 2004</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 2,048</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>When it was announced, there was a lot of confusion about the direction taken by the DS, or <em>Dual Screen</em> system. Players were confused about the need for an extra screen and the necessity of a stylus for touch control on the lower display.</p>\n\n<p>Many feared the DS would end up a gimmick system like the Virtual Boy, but the DS came out swinging.</p>\n\n<p>Though few games made full use of the touch feature, players praised the use of the bottom screen for puzzles, maps, and inventory management. Less messing around in menus made for more active play, and a huge library of titles meant DS owners never missed out.</p>\n\n<p>Even better, the DS had full backward compatibility with the GBA, making two handheld game console systems in one.</p>\n\n<p>Though not just one product, the DS line would become the second best-selling system yet. Selling 154 million units, a mere one million fewer than the PlayStation 2, the DS has been Nintendo's most successful console.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"switch\">Switch</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $299.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: March 2017</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 3,800+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The latest entry from Nintendo, the Switch took a <em>radical </em>approach from the efforts of Microsoft and Sony. Rather than pushing grounded hardware to its limits, the Switch understood that Nintendo had near full control of the handheld video games market at the time.</p>\n\n<p>Leaning on style over raw polygon count, the comparatively slow device was almost guaranteed success.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/f5uik5fgIaI?start=105\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>This was also the first Nintendo console to embrace the company's otherwise poor online systems. This meant that in addition to <a href=\"/en/games/genre/casual-games/\">casual games</a>, many offerings in the MMO and PVE spheres were finally playable on Nintendo.</p>\n\n<p>It might have taken Nintendo a while, but with the Switch, they're finally competing in the online console space.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"playstation-portable\">PlayStation Portable</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $249.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: March 2005</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Sony</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 1,370</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>With Sony leading the sixth generation of home consoles with the PS2, hyped players awaited what they could do in the handheld space. With hardware more powerful than what Nintendo offered, PSP games looked great.</p>\n\n<p>The console also boasted a broad library of both original titles and PS1 ports to choose from.</p>\n\n<p>Followed by the PSVita, the PSP series would eventually fall into obscurity. Before this decline, they showed the handheld world that competitors could exist too. Who knows, we might even see a new Sony device one day if we're lucky.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"sega-game-gear\">Sega Game Gear</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $149.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: April 1991</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Sega</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 300+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>During the late '80s and early '90s, Sega was one of the biggest names in the console market. With the Master System and Genesis, they offered the same potential as the other big names in the space.</p>\n\n<p>The only downside was fewer developers leveraging their system's power. When Sega released the Game Gear, the hope was that their performance in handhelds could match that of their console counterparts.</p>\n\n<p>Though the Game Gear sold well, it was also considered a misstep for Sega. Many of the games ported didn't fit the screen's lower resolution, and the device earned a reputation of being a major battery eater.</p>\n\n<p>If you could get around those limitations, however, the Game Gear had a charm to it.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"mobile-phones\">Mobile Phones</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: Varies</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: Varies</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Varies</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 10,000+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>While hardly a dedicated gaming device, gamers can't ignore the modern size and scope of mobile gaming. Today, many games released on consoles are ported to mobile, and some that start on mobile make their way <a href=\"/en/blog/raid-going-cross-platform/\">to other systems</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Add onto this the capacity for mobiles to host game streaming systems like Microsoft's xCloud and Google's Stadia, and the mobile phone gaming space is definitely one to watch.</p>\n\n<p>Plus, there are various browser games you can play, many of which are not accessible on dedicated handheld gaming devices.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"nvidia-shield-portable\">Nvidia Shield Portable</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $299</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: July 2013</li>\n\t<li>Developer: NVidia</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Available: 10,000+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The NVidia Shield Portable was a step away from traditional forms of handhelds. Instead of only hosting games directly on the system, Nvidia also used streaming to bring titles to the system's display.</p>\n\n<p>Performed over the internet or home networks, latency was the Shield's biggest concern.</p>\n\n<p>Though there were a handful of games released on the system, most interesting to players was the Shield's streaming ability. With this ability, the Shield could access anything your PC could.</p>\n\n<p>Since PCs can access tens of thousands of games, this provided a significant title library.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"a-more-mobile-future\">A More Mobile Future</h3>\n\n<p>Whether looking at a direct game console like the Switch, or a more unofficial system like a mobile phone, the handheld market is bigger than ever.</p>\n\n<p>With the arrival and acceptance of 5G and the potential this technology brings, new handhelds could mirror the power of grounded systems, with continuously <a href=\"/en/games/category/new-games/\">new games</a> becoming available.</p>\n\n<p>As the long-time power gap between static and handheld game console systems diminishes, the advantages of handhelds mark them as a more convenient way to play.</p>\n\n<p>As for whether this could mean fewer people playing consoles and PC, that much we would doubt. The gaming town is big enough for everyone, and for a <em>broader </em>environment, that's a positive thing.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/handheld-game-consoles/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"These are the Top 8 Handheld Game Console Devices of All Time\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2019/week_7/18_Tablet.png\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-18\"\n}\n</script>","date":"11/18/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/handheld-game-consoles.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13551"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/best-mobile-games-2021/"},"strings":{"title":"The Best Mobile Games of 2021, Reviewed","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"720000","description":"<p>From what began as a fun little addition to cellular phones, mobile gaming has become one of the most important markets in the interactive entertainment space.</p>\n\n<p>Covering every possible genre and matching practically everything from PC and consoles, making a list of the best mobile games of 2021 is a difficult task.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>Putting in the work, our panel of experts have done their best to find something for everyone, no matter your tastes and demands.</p>\n\n<p>Like books, movies, and tv, the best for you depends on the individual, so all we can do is guide you in the right direction.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, in order to play them on mobile, you need to <a href=\"/en/games/category/download-games/\">download games</a> - as opposed to many PC games that are available to play straight on your browser.</p>\n\n<p>For this reason, many of us like to know as much as possible about a game before we go ahead and download it to our device, and this is where our guide comes into play. Read on to discover our 2021 mobile game choices.</p>\n\n<p>And if you are looking for the best device for that purpose, check our blog post about our picks of <a href=\"/en/blog/gaming-phone/\">top gaming phones</a>.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-the-brave:-inside\">For the Brave: Inside</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Puzzle Platformer</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: December 2017</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Teen</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Playdead</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 1,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: $6.99</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Inside is an oddity in the world of mobile games, going for a story that leans heavily into feelings of isolation and terror. Coming from the creators of Limbo, Inside tells a story of escape in a hostile world.</p>\n\n<p>Running from forces not truly understood, all the player knows is not to get caught, and that they might be more of a threat than they seem.</p>\n\n<p>Navigating the world of Inside is remarkably simple, with the game leaning more on puzzles and slow deliberate action than fast reflexes. This makes the occasional moments of terror all the more engaging, as you guide your character through the bizarre and fascinating world.</p>\n\n<p>Most of all, Inside tells <a href=\"/en/blog/best-story-games/\">a story through its gameplay</a>, and while we don't know for sure what that story is, we do know it leaves us deeply unsettled. If you want to both play and be terrified, Inside is easily one of <em>the </em>best mobile games of 2021.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-idle-success:-cookie-clicker\">For Idle Success: Cookie Clicker</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Idle</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: May 2019</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Everyone</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Dashnet</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 1,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/mAUChNR7VlQ\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>When it was first released on PC back in 2013, Cookie Clicker was the title that popularised the idle browser games craze. The idea is simple: click cookies, use those cookies to buy faster ways to get cookies, and continue this pattern until you have more cookies than atoms.</p>\n\n<p>It's a simple premise built on the idea of continual growth, and it's just as fun now as it was on release. With constant updates and an interface perfectly suited to mobile screens, it was inevitable that Cookie Clicker would be one of the best free mobile games 2021 has to offer.</p>\n\n<p>Even if just running in the background, the constant growth is <em>always </em>rewarding, as bigger numbers give rise to incomprehensible amounts of sugary treats.</p>\n\n<p>If you want to feel rewarded for little action then Cookie Clicker could be among the best mobiles games 2021 could possibly provide. Just don't be surprised if it leaves you hungry...</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-classic-platforming:-super-mario-run\">For Classic Platforming: Super Mario Run</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Runner</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: March 2017</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Everyone</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo EPD</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 300,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: 2016</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/yz-t7hRJnI0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https://mario.nintendo.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Super Mario</a> is easily the most famous video game protagonist, and now he's stepped out of Nintendo consoles as one of the best mobile games 2021 stores have for players to enjoy. As a runner game, players of Super Mario Run can simply press the screen to time Mario's all-important leaps.</p>\n\n<p>Traveling through a range of different worlds and challenging arenas, Mario never stops for anything, just so long as you guide him in the right direction... </p>\n\n<p>The game brings a consistent challenge, combining classic <a href=\"/en/blog/the-rise-in-popularity-of-retro-games/\">retro charm</a> with the modern mobile landscape. Whether you're a new player or a long-time Mario enthusiast, Super Mario Run is easily worth a look.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-one-more-round:-dead-cells\">For One More Round: Dead Cells</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Roguelike</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: June 2020</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Teen</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Playdigious</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 5,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: $8.99</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Ever since Rogue was released in 1980, developers have been trying to find ways to implement its ideas into more modern forms of gaming. With Dead Cells being one of the most challenging and yet not frustrating modern incarnations of this idea, it's a difficult title to put down.</p>\n\n<p>Dead Cells will be one of the best mobile games 2021 has to offer if you like randomly generated worlds with a slow sense of RPG progression. Make no mistake, though, this isn't an easy game, and you can expect to fail far more often than you succeed.</p>\n\n<p>Ultimately, the goal in Dead Cells is to escape the cycle of death as the player attempts an escape from their dreaded prison. This means customizing your character as you fight a range of different enemies and bosses while adapting to the changing item drops and threats as you go.</p>\n\n<p>Only the luckiest and most skilled will be able to confront the king, but for those who put in the effort, the game's place among the best mobile games 2021 provides is undeniable.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-speed:-asphalt-9:-legends\">For Speed: Asphalt 9: Legends</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Racing</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: February 2018</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: 10+</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Gameloft</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 50,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>As the latest game in a long-running series, Asphalt 9 had a lot to live up to. Taking cues from older console and PC series like Need for Speed and Burnout, the newest entry managed to do something not all <a href=\"/en/games/category/new-games/\">new games</a> can - taking what was already a strong formula and raising the bar even <em>further</em>.</p>\n\n<p>With four different game modes in classic, time attack, hunted, and slipstream, Asphalt 9 has players racing through fictional tracks in famous cities including New York, Osaka, and Shanghai.</p>\n\n<p>So, what makes this racing game stand out to the point where it's one of the best free mobile games on 2021 stores' list?</p>\n\n<p>Common compliments from fans include the <em>car modification options</em>, the enormous<em> sense of speed</em>, and the <em>over-the-top jumps.</em> Asphalt 9 might not be especially realistic, but for players wanting action first and foremost, a little arcade extravagance is nothing to sneeze at.</p>\n<h2\">For Battlegrounds Glory: PUBG\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Battlegrounds</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: December 2017</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Teen</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Proxima Beta</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 500,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Though Fortnite might have had the greater cultural impact on consoles, on PC and mobile, it's PUBG that remains the battlegrounds king. In case you're one of the rare people not aware, PUBG involves dropping up to a hundred players onto a single map in a battle-royale style fight.</p>\n\n<p>Over time, a blue circle of electricity slowly forces players into one central point, making action inevitable as one player or team strives to be the last one standing. Along the way, characters pick up guns, equipment, and vehicles, as they loot the environment and their enemies to get ahead.</p>\n\n<p>There's a reason the battlegrounds genre took the world by storm, and it's still just as fun on mobile as ever before. If the best mobile games 2021 can supply to you are those which raise your heart rate and leave you on the edge of your seat, PUBG is a must-play.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"what-is-the-biggest-mobile-game-in-2021?\">What Is the Biggest Mobile Game in 2021?</h3>\n\n<p>Though it's a tough competition, <em><strong>PUBG currently holds the reins for the <a href=\"https://www.pocketgamer.biz/data-and-research/77383/pubg-mobile-is-the-most-downloaded-mobile-game-worldwide/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">biggest mobile title of 2021</a>.</strong></em> This isn't surprising, given it's also one of the best mobile games 2021 players can enjoy.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-strategy-fans:-pokémon-unite\">For Strategy Fans: Pokémon UNITE</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: MOBA</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: September 2021</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: 10+</li>\n\t<li>Developer: The Pokémon Company</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 10,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Q3WMddjkuwM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>MOBA games often dominate the PC landscape, but they've always been tricky to get to work properly on mobiles. Countering this long-time truth is Pokémon UNITE, which combines 5v5 arena combat with the Pokémon creatures we all know and love.</p>\n\n<p>Like in most MOBAs, players in UNITE work to gain ground on their opponents, though this game has a much friendlier approach than most.</p>\n\n<p>Operating without a traditional scoreboard, the developers of UNITE wanted it to be a more relaxing and less toxic experience than its contemporaries, and their effort paid off.</p>\n\n<p>With 26 currently available Pokémon to play and many more on the horizon, UNITE is an already great game with massive potential for future growth.</p>\n\n<p>Fans of strategy games can't afford to miss this one, as it's not only a great Pokémon game, but it's also one of the best mobile games 2021 has yet seen.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"what-mobile-games-are-trending-in-2021?\">What mobile games are trending in 2021?</h3>\n\n<p>As with Pokémon UNITE, many of the biggest trending games are those with <em>established </em>audiences on other platforms.</p>\n\n<p>Games like PUBG and COD have a step up when it comes to moving to new systems, so it makes sense that they'd be considered as some of the best mobile games 2021 offers.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-fast-paced-action:-cod-mobile\">For Fast-Paced Action: COD Mobile</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: FPS</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: October 2019</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Mature 17+</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Activision</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 100,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Sometimes the best mobile games 2021 players can enjoy are tied to mobile systems. Other times, as with COD Mobile, some of the most entertaining experiences come from long-running PC series.</p>\n\n<p>COD Mobile was a game that many thought impossible to make great without console or PC controls. It's also a game that proved many players wrong.</p>\n\n<p>COD Mobile is still about the action, it's still about moving at break-neck speeds, and it's still about making sick no-scopes that make your opponents feel silly for challenging you.</p>\n\n<p>This is one of the most hardcore games on this list but if you're someone who thinks the best mobile games 2021 provides are those that test your limits, then COD Mobile is a must-play.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-exploring-an-open-world:-genshin-impact\">For Exploring an Open World: Genshin Impact</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Adventure</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: September 2020</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Teen</li>\n\t<li>Developer: miHoYo Limited</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 10,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>If you're talking about the best mobile gacha games 2021 has, then you simply can't ignore the revelation that is Genshin Impact. Heavily influenced by Breath of the Wild, Genshin Impact is a stylish title with a sense of scale few mobile games can boast.</p>\n\n<p>The game itself is built around exploring an enormous world and collecting characters to customize your team around. With these characters you complete quests, enter dungeons, and even play with others to combat challenging bosses.</p>\n\n<p>Considered one the best PC and console games in 2021, Genshin Impact is also seen by many as one of the best mobile games 2021 gacha fans can enjoy.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-chilling-out:-stardew-valley\">For Chilling Out: Stardew Valley</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: RPG</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: March 2019</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: 10+</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Chucklefish Limited</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 1,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: $4.99</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Rounding out this list is a game that keeps seeing updates as it expands more and more. Stardew Valley is essentially a new take on a Harvest Moon game, where players work to expand their farm and build ties with their community.</p>\n\n<p>How is this fun? Well, some players might want to set the world on fire, but some might find the best mobile games 2021 delivers are those where you can settle back and relax.</p>\n\n<p>Whether tending crops, mining, fighting monsters, or romancing one of the town's inhabitants, Stardew Valley is not a game to quicken your pulse.</p>\n\n<p>Stardew Valley gives players a great way to slowly build up to something special, either alone or with friends, as you go from poor beginner to diamond-loaded expert. Whatever your choice, go at your own pace, and you won't be disappointed.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion</h3>\n\n<p>No matter your taste in video games, the above list should detail many of the best mobile games 2021 players can enjoy. From dropping in for a few minutes to spending hours on a long trip exploring a new frontier, you'll never be left wanting.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, this list only scratches the surface of the thousands of games on offer. If you're curious for more, be sure to check out your relevant mobile game stores for rankings, to see just how much deeper the rabbit hole goes.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/best-mobile-games-2021/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The Best Mobile Games of 2021, Reviewed\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/covers/general/10.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-16\"\n}\n</script></h2\">","date":"11/16/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/best-mobile-games-2021.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13545"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/what-are-args/"},"strings":{"title":"What Is an ARG? The Truth About Alternative Reality Games","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"420000","description":"<p>What is an ARG in the gaming world and how does playing one of these games differ from other ways of playing?</p>\n\n<p>This is an exciting type of game that mixes online and real-world activities to produce a unique approach where the gaming element is part of a wider narrative.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-does-arg-mean-and-how-does-it-work?\">What Does ARG Mean and How Does It Work?</h2>\n\n<p>The first point to cover here is that the full name of ARGs is <strong>Alternative Reality Games</strong>. This gives us a clue to what is an ARG and how they work, as they take place in the real world but with gaming elements that transport us to a different story and lead out on a sort of treasure hunt.</p>\n\n<p>- Does ARG mean you get a fake game?</p>\n\n<p>No, it simply means an experience where the real world is mixed with the digital world. You might find that the worlds become increasingly fused together, but it would be wrong to call it a fake gaming experience.</p>\n\n<p>Next, we need to consider what is an ARG starting point and how to identify one. They will often start with a real-life clue that players need to solve. This may involve cracking a complex code on a piece of marketing or looking for a symbol at a specific location.</p>\n\n<p>This stage may be incredibly difficult or it may be fairly simple, depending upon the target audience and the goals of the team behind it.</p>\n\n<p>After this, you need to use a mobile device or computer to continue. This could mean typing a code into a website or using an app on your smartphone to read a message. At this stage, the treasure hunt might end, or it could take you on to a further set of increasingly complex clues.</p>\n\n<p>An ARG will continue over different platforms and locations, often with a narrative that appears to make no sense at first. It can take a lot of time and collaboration between players to finally understand what is going on.</p>\n\n<p>What is an ARG without people working together, after all?</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-key-arg-slang?\">What Is the Key ARG Slang?</h2>\n\n<p>Now that we have covered what an ARG is, we'll also go over other phrases that are commonly used in this type of game. <em>Puppet-master</em>, <em>rabbit-hole</em>, and <em>TINAG </em>are some of the key terms to look out for:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"puppet-master-or-pm\">Puppet-master or PM</h3>\n\n<p>This is someone who runs an ARG, helping players while also setting up obstacles for them to overcome. They may remain anonymous throughout the duration of the game, staying behind the curtain by only interacting with players through the characters and the game itself. We can’t define what an ARG is without this person, due to the crucial role they play.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"rabbit-hole\">Rabbit-hole</h3>\n\n<p>lso known at the trailhead, this is the first point of contact for an ARG. It is usually a website, where you will find the initial details of the challenge and where there should be enough intriguing information to draw you in.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"this-is-not-a-game\">This Is Not a Game</h3>\n\n<p>Sometimes shortened to TINAG, this is a phrase that shows us an attitude that is prevalent in ARGs. The organizers and the players will often be of the opinion that this isn’t a type of game at all. What is an ARG if not a game? You could call it a real-life viral experience or something similar.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"viral-marketing\">Viral marketing</h3>\n\n<p>What is an ARG in terms of a viral marketing campaign? The truth is this can be an extremely effective way of letting people know about a new product. It may be obvious from the beginning what the product is, or it could be kept a closely-guarded secret until the very end of the challenge.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-arg-games-have-gone-viral?\">What ARG Games Have Gone Viral?</h2>\n\n<p>There have been some <em>amazing </em>examples of ARGs that have had huge levels of success in grabbing our attention. So what is an ARG example that got a lot of people really excited about? The following are some of the most memorable campaigns of this type.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"i-love-bees-–-halo-2\">I Love Bees – Halo 2</h3>\n\n<p>One of <em>the most </em>complex ARGs of all time occurred when the Bungie game Halo 2 was due for release in 2004. The trailer included a hidden message that encouraged viewers to check out the ilovebees website.</p>\n\n<p>From there, fiction and reality became increasingly blurred as that site had been apparently hacked by a type of artificial intelligence that had become stranded on our planet.</p>\n\n<p>The question of what is an ARG was still new at this time and millions of people got caught up in the game as jars of honey were sent out and players had to find real-life phone boxes to receive mysterious phone calls.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"durr-burger-and-loot-llamas-–-fortnite-season-five\">Durr Burger and Loot Llamas – Fortnite Season Five</h3>\n\n<p>When Epic Games got ready to release the fifth season of Fortnite Battle Royale, they went flat out to produce an outrageous ARG that got players all over the planet involved. The key to the whole thing was a rocket launch that included audio files with coded coordinates.</p>\n\n<p>A Durr Burger appeared in the desert in California and the agents investigating the incidents handed out cards with new clues.</p>\n\n<p>Loot llamas and other objects from the game then started to pop up in real-life locations, raising interest levels in the game to new heights and making many of us consider the question of what is an ARG for the first time.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"other-examples\">Other Examples</h3>\n\n<p>Overwatch by Blizzard Games also famously included a complex ARG for the launch of a new character called Sombra. Starting in 2016, this game began with a set of hexadecimal values in a video before a set of clues were revealed.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"what-is-an-arg-like-in-other-industries?\">What is an ARG like in other industries?</h3>\n\n<p>While ARGs are commonly linked to <a href=\"/en/games/genre/shooting-games/\">shooting games</a>, they have also been used successfully in the marketing of new movies such as The Dark Knight and A.I. Artificial Intelligence, as well as new music releases and brands from different industries.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"why-are-args-so-popular?\">Why Are ARGs So Popular?</h2>\n\n<p>Given the varying nature of the most successful ARG campaigns seen to date, it is difficult to state with complete confidence what makes a game of this type popular. However, there are some common factors in the most successful efforts.</p>\n\n<p>What is an ARG likely to have in order to become a success?</p>\n\n<p>The right length of time and difficulty level are <em>crucial </em>factors. It needs to engage fans but not drag on too long or get frustrating to complete. There also needs to be a worthwhile payoff at the end that makes it all seem like it was worth the effort.</p>\n\n<p>Crucially, gamers want to get involved in collaborating with others to solve the puzzles, building a team that gets the chance to bond while they try to work out the meaning of the puzzles they have discovered.</p>\n\n<p>Developers need to consider what ARG means to the community and how likely they are to work together. This is why the technique works well with <a href=\"/en/games/genre/mmo-games/\">MMO games</a>.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"the-future-of-args:-what are-they going-to-look-like?\">The Future of ARGs: What Are They Going to Look Like?</h2>\n\n<p>What are ARGs going to look like in the future? It seems certain that ARGs will continue to grow in popularity, in video game marketing as well as in the campaigns for other products.</p>\n\n<p>Fans love them, and marketing teams have seen that this can be a hugely effective way of connecting with their customer base.</p>\n\n<p>We can expect ARGs to head off in new directions, as the big brands try new approaches to keep the genre fresh and interesting. What should remain in place is that special blend of <em>excitement </em>and <em>community </em>feel that has made this type of game such a resounding success.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/whats-an-arg/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"What Is an ARG? 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This leaves players with a conundrum, however, of how to separate the best games from the pack.</p>\n\n<p>It's certainly a great problem to have, but it's a problem, nonetheless. This guide aims to address the issue of modern abundance, to sort out the best co op games that players can enjoy today, alongside a promising title arriving soon.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\t<p>What is \"co-op\" in gaming?</p>\n\t</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>So, what are co op games? In simple terms, these are titles that pit the player and a human companion against the world. Sometimes this can mean fighting off hordes of enemies in <a href=\"/en/games/genre/strategy-games/\">strategy games</a> or gathering resources in a desperate attempt to survive.</p>\n\n<p>Other times, co op games can be much more relaxed, with friends working towards a single creative project or goal.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-relaxing-–-stardew-valley\">For Relaxing – Stardew Valley</h2>\n\n<p>Developed almost entirely by one man, <a href=\"https://stardewvalley.fandom.com/wiki/Eric_Barone\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Eric \"ConcernedApe\" Barone</a>, Stardew Valley is one of those games with a simple concept pushed to fantastic heights.</p>\n\n<p>Designed around farming and inspired heavily by the Harvest Moon series, Stardew Valley is about planting and caring for crops, raising animals, mining, fighting monsters, and much more.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ot7uXNQskhs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The basis for Stardew Valley might sound silly, but in reality, it's one of the most relaxing co op games out there today. Expand your house, automate your crops, and enter village competitions to raise your profile.</p>\n\n<p>With your eventual goal of getting married to one of the town's eligible bachelors or bachelorettes, there's no hurry in Stardew Valley, and that makes it a perfect relaxing game.</p>\n\n<p>In co op mode, players can join in each other's farming efforts to help them along and to tackle the game's more demanding challenges. Together, you can cover twice the ground, and more quickly turn a farm from small to significant.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, effort here isn't <em>just </em>for playing nice, as players can also share in the farming profit, so everyone ends up better off. In addition to all these cool features, players can also mod Stardew Valley to make the co op experience go even further.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-creativity-–-minecraft\">For Creativity – Minecraft</h2>\n\n<p>Officially released back in 2011, Minecraft quickly skyrocketed in popularity. Now the best-selling video game of<em> all time</em>, Minecraft transcends barriers in many ways, including being one of the best co op games ever released.</p>\n\n<p>Looking at Minecraft, many players are quick to dismiss the title as simple due to its blocky appearance. Though this is only natural, such an opinion does a disservice to just how deep the systems in Minecraft run.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/MmB9b5njVbA\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Minecraft isn't only about mining and crafting, it also includes adventure, action, cooperation, competition, and setting foot in fantastical new landscapes and worlds.</p>\n\n<p>When playing in co op mode, what there is to do depends on how you and your friends want to play. You might want to build an enormous castle together, or simply clear out a communal space for creative building projects.</p>\n\n<p>You could also see how quickly you can get to and defeat the Ender Dragon, or level an entire forest. Fun in Minecraft is an expression of your creativity, where players get out what they put in.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-the-story-–-final-fantasy-14\">For the Story – Final Fantasy 14</h2>\n\n<p>As the <em>14th mainline installment</em> in the long-running <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPG</a> franchise, Final Fantasy 14 had a rocky launch. Originally seen as one of the worst co op games or <a href=\"/en/games/genre/mmorpg-games/\">MMORPGs</a> in general, the game underwent a complete redesign and relaunch as FF14: A Realm Reborn.</p>\n\n<p>Rather than the abomination that was the first attempt at the game, FF14: ARR was quickly regarded as not just a great MMORPG, but also a fantastic story-telling experience.</p>\n\n<p>Now even more popular than World of Warcraft, Final Fantasy 14 is considered a masterpiece in MMO storytelling, and as one of the best co op games, players can easily share this story.</p>\n\n<p>Each player in FF14 can play as any class, with the trademark heavy level of customization that every MMO player loves.</p>\n\n<p>In co op mode, players can work together through the story, to see the twists and turns and occasionally shocking betrayals. From here, they can also team up for dungeons, world quests, and specific achievement rewards like mounts and costumes.</p>\n\n<p>Just remember to consider having one person play a tank, to avoid that long dungeon queue time!</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>How much does FF14 Cost?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The complete game up until the end of the first expansion now costs nothing for new players, so the MMO's place in great free co op games is all but undeniable.</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>What are some free co-op games?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>For players looking for more free experiences, big names like the PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam storefronts can illustrate similarly great places to start. We recommend Warframe, CS: GO, Apex Legends, and Dota 2 as a start.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-adventure-–-deep-rock-galactic\">For Adventure – Deep Rock Galactic</h2>\n\n<p>With both mining and crafting, players might be forgiven for thinking Deep Rock Galactic is a Minecraft rip-off. A few rounds exploring the depths of the mining planet as one of the four customizable classes will soon tell you that this game is anything but.</p>\n\n<p>Deep Rock Galactic has the co op games philosophy born at the very core of its character, with each player taking a role that best suits them and their abilities. Whether gunning, engineering, scouting, or mining, everyone has a role, and if players want to compete on the harder difficulties, they're going to have to play this role well.</p>\n\n<p>A highly customizable experience, Deep Rock Galactic can be as hardcore or as gentle as you and your co op games PC buddies like.</p>\n\n<p>Boasting a fun art style, occasional moments of panic, and a button dedicated to cheering, this is one of those co op games that can't help but bring players closer together.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-classic-action-–-doom-2\">For Classic Action – Doom 2</h2>\n\n<p>Few games stood the <a href=\"/en/blog/best-pc-games-all-time/\">test of time</a> like the classic ID Software title Doom, and this is as true for co op play as it is the single-player experience.</p>\n\n<p>As one of the original biggest co op games ever released, Doom was built around moving at break-neck speeds while dodging enemy fire and laying waste to the demon hordes.</p>\n\n<p>Though all of the different classic Doom entries are great co op games, Doom 2 illustrates a perfect cross-section of challenge and approachability. Just be sure to use a modern source-port like GZDoom if you want to bring the game up to modern standards of resolution and frame rate.</p>\n\n<p>Get together with your friends and rip and tear, until it is done.</p>\n\n<p>Even better, while the Doom set of co op horror games were originally only on desktops, this limitation no longer applies. Today, the entire range of some of the best co-op games around can be played on PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and even mobile.</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Do I have to play with only a keyboard?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>No, you do not. As much as many of us played this way when the game was first released, the game was always designed for computer mice, so <em>don't </em>feel like you're cheating!</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-puzzles-–-portal-2\">For Puzzles – Portal 2</h2>\n\n<p>If you're a fan of puzzle titles or just <a href=\"/en/games/genre/robot-games/\">robot games</a> in general, then Portal 2 is a must-play. Built on the foundation set by the original Portal, the co op mode in Portal 2 exists separately from the single-player campaign.</p>\n\n<p>Here it includes multiplayer specific challenges that will push you to think in ways that no other co op games do.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/A88YiZdXugA\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Portal 2 is about finding ways to get both players to the exit through momentum, tricks, accuracy, and, of course, more than a few portals.</p>\n\n<p>This is one of those titles where each puzzle requires a careful approach, where the eureka moment is always satisfying, even if the implementation can be challenging.</p>\n\n<p>Though this is the type of co op games PC does best, thanks to a reliance on dexterous movement, players with strong controller expertise can also get in on consoles.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-the-hardcore-–-cuphead\">For the Hardcore – Cuphead</h2>\n\n<p>Cuphead has some of the most stylized and perfectly designed graphics in any video game ever released. It's also a game that thrives on difficulty, with its punishing levels and bosses at seeming odds with the game's cutesy retro-cartoonish style.</p>\n\n<p>As a 2D shooter, Cuphead demands its players work on their reflexes, learn patterns, and implement precise jumps and movement techniques. Set against this fast-paced action are the hilariously jaunty animations which scream character and a project born of passion.</p>\n\n<p>If you and your buddy don't mind co-op games that throw you against an ever-growing set of walls throughout this game, then Cuphead offers some of the best co op games challenges to come from the arena in years.</p>\n\n<p>Make no mistake, you won't complete this game on your first attempt, or your tenth, so players need to temper themselves before they adopt the mantle of the Cuphead.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-the-loot-–-borderlands-3\">For the Loot – Borderlands 3</h2>\n\n<p>Sometimes you want to loot, sometimes you want to shoot, and sometimes you want to do both. This is exactly what players can expect with Borderlands 3, a co op looter-shooter from Gearbox.</p>\n\n<p>As with the previous Borderlands games, players of BL3 can expect a strong comic book art style, larger-than-life characters, and, naturally, explosions.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/d9Gu1PspA3Y\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Borderlands 3 has players choose one of four classes on their quest to open the fabled vaults and collect as much loot as they can carry.</p>\n\n<p>In their way is the most eclectic group of baddies this side of Star Wars, and they want nothing more than to claim the Vault Hunter's hides for themselves.</p>\n\n<p>While BL3 has many strengths, key among them is the ability to customize your character and abilities to your specific form of play. Aided by semi-randomized guns, shields, grenades, and even quests in some instances, co op players of Borderlands 3 will never really know what to expect.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-platforming-–-unravel-2\">For Platforming – Unravel 2</h2>\n\n<p>If you grew up on platforming titles, then you might lament how uncommon 2D platforming games have become. Enter Unravel 2, which combines old-school 2D platforming challenges with a level of charm and cooperative spirit that few titles can boast.</p>\n\n<p>There's nothing in the way of direct combat in Unravel 2, rather the challenge comes from the maps and environmental threats that you have to avoid at all costs.</p>\n\n<p>Tied together by a thread, co op players in Unravel jump, climb, swing, and run for their lives away from the hostile world.</p>\n\n<p>Involving solid difficulty, puzzle elements, and the ability to occasionally hinder your partner (not that we ever would), Unravel 2 is a rarity in co-op games that we hope that gaming will eventually deliver more of.</p>\n\n<p>The only real downside for this title is that multiplayer is local co op only.</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>What are local co-op games?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>These are titles where the game can be played on a single screen, with the players right next to each other. While this can introduce an extra level of fun, it can also be prohibitive for some players when it's the only multiplayer option.</p>\n\n<p>With systems like Parsec or Shareplay, this limitation can sometimes be overcome.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-the-future-–-elden-ring\">For the Future – Elden Ring</h2>\n\n<p>The next big title from developer FromSoftware, Elden Ring is essentially a spiritual sequel to the Dark Souls series. As always, the main challenge in these games comes from playing them solo, but in Elden Ring, the game is based more on co op play than anything that came before.</p>\n\n<p>Taking place in a much more open world than FromSoftware's earlier releases, Elden Ring could be a great way to explore a mysterious landscape and confront unknowable threats together.</p>\n\n<p>At its core, it's one of the rare co op horror games, which could be a draw for enthusiasts of the genre. From what we've seen so far, players should expect to engage in a high level of character customization, with gear and stats reflecting your preferred playstyle.</p>\n\n<p>In co op, the level of flexibility that Elden Ring offers is likely to place significant importance on the synergy between you and your play partner.</p>\n\n<p>This could mean tank and ranged fighters working together, or it might manifest as two melee fighters doing their best to prove they're superior, it's up to you.</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Do I need to play the other FromSoftware titles first?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Elden Ring is set in its own world, so in that way, the answer is definitely no. That said, the other games are fantastic and might give you some insight into the new title's combat system, so they still might be worth a look.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"in-conclusion\">In Conclusion</h3>\n\n<p>Though these titles hardly illustrate a complete list of the best co-op games out there, they still easily make up some of the best the industry has to offer.</p>\n\n<p>Whether playing at the edge of your seat or sitting back and joking around with friends and family, the above games should have something for everyone, even if your partner isn't the gamer you are.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/co-op-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"10 Co Op Games to Enjoy with Friends\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/covers/general/2.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-15\"\n}\n</script>","date":"11/15/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/co-op-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13538"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/gacha-games/"},"strings":{"title":"Gacha Games Explained: From Random Rewards to Guaranteed Entertainment","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"540000","description":"<p>Gacha games have become big business in recent years. First popular in Asia but now a go-to option for mobile gaming fans around the world, this genre has built its reputation on uncertainty.</p>\n\n<p>Indeed, by offering random rewards and ever-evolving storylines, gacha games have captivated players of all persuasions since 2010. This guide will break down the basics of gacha and, in turn, explain why this genre has become an international hit.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-gacha-games?\">What Are Gacha Games?</h2>\n\n<p>Gacha games are, in many ways, digital versions of collectible card games (<a href=\"https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/spawn-point-collectible-card-games-beginners-guide\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">CCGs</a>). The best gacha games have <a href=\"/en/blog/rpg-elements/\">RPG elements</a> built into them. However, unlike <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPG games</a>, characters and special items are premade.</p>\n\n<p>In other words, you don’t need to do certain things to incrementally build up a character or item to make it more powerful. Instead, your character or item is ready to go.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/28ZE6X1vDkc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>This is part of the genre’s appeal. The average gacha game sees you battle against other players/characters and/or complete specific missions.</p>\n\n<p>However, instead of spending long periods of time building something capable of completing said missions (like an RPG), they’re already complete. This allows you to get straight into the action at full power.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"gacha-is-ideal-for-mobile-gaming\">Gacha is Ideal for Mobile Gaming</h3>\n\n<p>This dynamic is why gacha games are popular with mobile gamers. Mobile gaming is built on the idea that players can dip in and out at will. In essence, mobile gaming experiences can be more ephemeral.</p>\n\n<p>The games don’t need to have intricate storylines that are built up over long periods. The action should be instantly available which, in turn, means players can start and stop whenever they like. Thus, in explaining the gacha genre, we can say they’re <a href=\"/en/games/genre/casual-games/\">casual games</a>.</p>\n\n<p>That’s an important point to note. However, we need to go further and ask, what are gacha games and what makes them like CCGs? The answer is <em>random rewards</em>.</p>\n\n<p>You’re <em>required </em>to purchase a box or packs in a gacha game. These packs contain random rewards, such as the fully formed characters we’ve discussed. This is where entertainment and uncertainty come into the mix.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"creating-uncertainty\">Creating Uncertainty</h3>\n\n<p>RPGs require you to complete tasks in order to build a character. This adds uncertainty to the mix because you don’t know if you’ll complete enough missions to build the perfect character. This isn’t the case in gacha games.</p>\n\n<p>Instead, you purchase a pack, and you get a random, fully formed character. Depending on the game this character may be referred to as a \"unit\". You don’t know what unit you’re going to get. This element of chance makes things uncertain and entertaining.</p>\n\n<p>What’s more, the best gacha games have hierarchies. This can be represented in different ways, some games will use a star system, with 5 stars being the best and one being the worst. There are stronger units than others and this is what keeps you engaged.</p>\n\n<p>You’re not only trying to defeat other players and/or complete missions; you’re trying to get bigger and better units. However, because the rewards are random, you <em>don’t </em>know what you’re going to get.</p>\n\n<p>The only way you can get better characters or items is to play. Therefore, what you get is a system whereby you’re always in with a chance of getting the most powerful characters, but it’s also an experience you can start and stop at will.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"the-history-of-gacha-games\">The History of Gacha Games</h2>\n\n<p>Anyone who's been around gaming for a while will notice that the rewards in gacha games are similar to <em>loot boxes</em>. In theory, they’re virtually identical.</p>\n\n<p>In practice, there is a big difference: loot boxes <em>aren’t </em>integral to a game, whereas the packs and boxes you’ll find in gacha games <em>are </em>integral to your experience. What’s more, gacha games didn’t originate from the same place as loot boxes.</p>\n\n<p>The origins of this genre are important because it sheds some light on why random rewards are integral to these games. So, what are gacha games and where do they come from?</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"gacha-games'-background-in-a-nutshell\">Gacha Games' Background in a Nutshell</h3>\n\n<p>The genre originated in Japan back in 2010. It was inspired by gachapon (gashapon) vending machines that are popular in Japan and other parts of Asia.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/GuY1e19KzAY\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>These vending machines are filled with capsules that contain different toys. You put money in the machine, and it dispenses a random capsule.</p>\n\n<p>Gacha games work in the same way: you load up the game, buy packs, and get random rewards. It might not be a toy, but it is something that can help you in the game. The random reward can be anything relevant to the story.</p>\n\n<p>Aside from a game character, the reward could be a weapon or special powers, for example.</p>\n\n<p>The point here is that there are <em>dozens </em>of possible rewards, and you’ll receive one at random. The other point to note is that these rewards aren’t free. Like the toys you get from a gachapon vending machine, you need to pay for them.</p>\n\n<p>That means paying for it via in-game purchases. In technical terms, these purchases are known as <em>microtransactions</em>.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-microtransactions?\">What Are Microtransactions?</h3>\n\n<p>Microtransactions are in-game transactions. In other words, you’re able to buy something without exiting the game you’re playing. This means that gacha games can be described as freemium products, i.e. they’re free to download and play.</p>\n\n<p>However, to get the full experience, it’s necessary to make microtransactions. Therefore, the games are free, but they are premium products because you have to pay for something to progress.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"gacha-games-in-action:-what-makes-gacha-games-popular?\">Gacha Games in Action: What Makes Gacha Games Popular?</h2>\n\n<p>Looking at the best gacha games of 2021, you can see that they have some very similar features:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"collectible-characters\">Collectible Characters</h3>\n\n<p>Characters are the backbone of almost all the best gacha games out there. More characters don’t <em>always </em>make for a better game. However, the most popular gacha games nowadays feature a very wide variety of characters.</p>\n\n<p>As previously established, part of the reason these games are engaging is that there’s an element of uncertainty. If a game only contains three or four characters, there isn’t much uncertainty because it would only take three or four microtransactions to unlock everything.</p>\n\n<p>That’s why top-rated gacha games like <a href=\"https://thealchemistcode.fandom.com/wiki/The_Alchemist_Code_Wiki\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Alchemist Code</a> have 50 characters and <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arknights\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Arknights</a> has over 100. It’s also important to have some sort of grading system. Characters need to be strong in certain areas and weak in others.</p>\n\n<p>This, again, creates a sense of uncertainty and, in turn, a need to continue collecting new characters.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"stories-and-campaigns\">Stories and Campaigns</h3>\n\n<p>Many of the best gacha games have an RPG dynamic. There’s no use creating a random reward dynamic if players don’t have any reason to unlock them. This is where the RPG mechanics come in.</p>\n\n<p>For example, <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Another_Eden\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Another Eden</a> has an overarching storyline, but, it also includes some non-standard elements such as stories <em>within </em>a story. This allows you to slip into an ever-evolving matrix of plots, subplots, and missions.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"multi-player-experiences\">Multi-Player Experiences</h3>\n\n<p>Modern gacha games offer online multiplayer experiences. This creates additional layers of uncertainty, unpredictability, and dynamism. When you enter a PvP dynamic, there’s no telling what the other person will do.</p>\n\n<p>This makes it almost <em>impossible </em>to predict how things will play out which, in turn, makes your experience fresh and exciting.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"gacha-life-games\">Gacha Life Games</h3>\n\n<p>Certain types of gacha game contain an element of growth and evolution. To put it another way, you can find yourself in a living, breathing environment where settings and characters are constantly changing.</p>\n\n<p>These are known as gacha life games and offer a similar experience to <a href=\"https://tamagotchi.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Tamagotchi</a> toys, i.e. you have to look after a character/s by feeding them, caring for them, etc.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"gacha-game-tips-and-tricks\">Gacha Game Tips and Tricks</h2>\n\n<p>Gacha games might incorporate a certain level of uncertainty, but this doesn’t mean you can’t implement some strategies. In fact, with the right approach, you can get maximum enjoyment from your gaming experience.</p>\n\n<p>With this in mind, here are some gacha games tips you can use in <em>any</em> scenario:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"know-the-game-you’re-playing\">Know the Game You’re Playing</h3>\n\n<p>A common question in the world of gaming is \"What's the best <em>____</em> game?\", and gacha games are no exception.</p>\n\n<p>There might be no definitive answer to \"What is the best gacha game\" but there is one thing that's most <em>important</em>, and that is that you understand the game you’re playing, and how it works.</p>\n\n<p>Don’t dive into something and start spending money if you’re not sure how to progress or, more importantly, you don’t like it. The great thing about gacha games is that most of them are <em>free</em>. This means you can get a feel for what they offer before you start spending money.</p>\n\n<p>What’s more, you can learn the basics without committing yourself to the game financially.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"have-a-budget\">Have a Budget</h3>\n\n<p>Are gacha games bad? The answer is no, they are not <em>inherently</em> bad. However, because these games involve microtransactions, there is a danger of spending too much. If this happens, you could say that it’s a bad <em>experience</em>.</p>\n\n<p>As long as you have a <em>set </em>budget and stick to it, there’s nothing wrong with gacha games. The amount you spend will be a matter of personal preference. The main thing to remember is that you should only buy as many packs as you can afford.</p>\n\n<p>Once you’ve hit your spending limit, <strong>stop</strong>.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"time-your-purchases\">Time Your Purchases</h3>\n\n<p>The top gacha games have special events during which the items you unlock will be more valuable. These events are known as fests or fes. You don’t need to wait for an event to make purchases. However, at least some of your purchases should be made during a fest.</p>\n\n<p>Timing them in this way should allow you to get maximum value.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"playing-gacha-games\">Playing Gacha Games</h2>\n\n<p>There are plenty of gacha games out there. From Raid: Shadow Legends to Genshin Impact. Each one has its own unique story and takes on the gacha dynamic.</p>\n\n<p>As long as you enjoy the uncertainty of random rewards and you’re willing to make microtransactions, this is a great genre. Yes, you should be mindful of the amounts you’re spending.</p>\n\n<p>However, the nature of these games is such that you’ll want to invest <em>some </em>time and money into these ever-evolving virtual worlds.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/gacha-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The 7 Best Free PC Games to Play in 2021\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/casual/blog/illustrations/family-zoo.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-11\"\n}\n</script>","date":"11/11/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/gacha-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13533"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/konami-code/"},"strings":{"title":"The Konami Code - It Can Do Anything! (Almost)","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"600000","description":"<p>Since the earliest days of video gaming, cheat codes have played a central role in both gameplay and wider gaming subcultures.</p>\n\n<p>There is no shortage of culturally resonant and even iconic cheat codes that gamers the world over can recite from memory.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>There is \"rosebud\", the <a href=\"https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/how-to-cheat\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">money-generating cheat</a> from the first Sims games.</p>\n\n<p>There are the mind-bending <a href=\"https://www.usgamer.net/articles/26-04-2019-gta-san-andreas-cheat-codes-and-cheats-pc-cheats-xbox-one-cheats-ps4-cheats-xbox-360-cheats-ps3-cheats-mobile-ios-android\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">cheats from the Grand Theft Auto</a> game series, such as \"Kangaroo\" which allows your character to jump 100 feet in the air, or \"BSXSGGC\", which makes anything you touch explode instantly.</p>\n\n<p>Then there is the instantly recognizable god mode cheat that runs across all Bethesda open world games, activated by simply opening up the text box and typing in \"tgm\".</p>\n\n<p>While cheats of all stripes have had a significant impact on our cultural memory of video games, there is only one cheat code that stands head and shoulders above the rest, one that can confidently claim the status of being the most famous cheat code of all time.</p>\n\n<p>We are talking, of course, about the Konami cheat code. This is the <em>life-enhancing</em>, <em>strength boosting</em>, <em>level-clearing</em> cheat code that is so well-known that it has been imported into literally hundreds of bestselling games.</p>\n\n<p>But what is the Konami cheat code exactly? In its original and most widely-recognized format, the Konami cheat code goes as follows:</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A</strong></p>\n\n<p>This is the code that has saved millions of virtual lives, and helped countless gamers get through levels previously thought to be unbeatable. But what is the Konami code <em>used </em>for, specifically? For this, the answer is broad.</p>\n\n<p>Ever since it landed on our controllers in 1986, when the NES shooter game Gradius became the first to use it, the code has evolved and adapted.</p>\n\n<p>As we shall see further down below, the code has become so ubiquitous within gaming culture that it continues to be made available in games that the developer Konami has literally nothing to do with.</p>\n\n<p>Enter the Konami code (or one of its close variations) into your keyboard or controller, and what you get depends entirely on the game you are playing. You might get some extra lives or health power. You might be gifted a turbocharged weapon.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/u1ErSNGYB9A\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>You might be given the power to instantly vanquish an opponent, or spawn a new vehicle, or sink a battleship.</p>\n\n<p>Sometimes, all you'll get is a pop-up box telling you to stop cheating. Whatever the result, the Konami code was and continues to be a treasured and self-referential piece of gaming culture, as well as an occasionally useful resource.</p>\n\n<p>So how <em>did </em>the legendary Konami cheat code come to be?</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"history-of-the-konami-code\">History of the Konami Code</h2>\n\n<p>As you might have guessed, the cheat code first started appearing in games developed by the Japanese video gaming behemoth <a href=\"https://www.konami.com/en/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Konami</a>, the studio responsible for smash-hit franchises such as Metal Gear, Silent Hill, and Castlevania.</p>\n\n<p>More specifically, the Konami code first appeared in the 1986 NES shoot-em-up Gradius, in which you could pause the game and enter the code to instantly unlock various in-game power-ups.</p>\n\n<p>However, the code did not reach mainstream renown until a year later, with the release of the futuristic war game Contra, one of the most iconic early <a href=\"/en/games/genre/pvp-games/\">PvP games</a> to this day.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/m2day4a1Lww\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The game is notoriously difficult if you follow the story mode, which helped propel its reputation within gaming subcultures as an elite title.</p>\n\n<p>To help lay-person players actually progress to the next level, the team at Konami decided to throw them a bone by including the Konami code, which instantly gives you 30 extra lives if you enter the code at the starting menu.</p>\n\n<p>The buzz and lore around the Konami code began to gather pace later that year, when Nintendo included it in the \"classified information\" column of Nintendo Power Magazine, a monthly gamer guide that was a cult hit among serious players.</p>\n\n<p>From this point on, NES players began to treat the Konami code as sacred text, and it wasn't long before t-shirts, mugs, hoodies, and posters emblazoned with the code began to proliferate across Japan, North America, and beyond.</p>\n\n<p>The savvy team at Konami quickly caught on and decided to incorporate the code into all of their prestige game releases in the subsequent years.</p>\n\n<p>In the immediate years following the runaway success of Contra, NES blockbusters such as Life Force (1987), Nemesis (1990), and Parodius! From Myth to Laughter (1991) all contained the Konami code, cementing its position as a mainstay of gamer culture.</p>\n\n<p>The rest, as they say, is history.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"konami-games-that-use-the-code\">Konami Games That Use the Code</h2>\n\n<p>So, what is the Konami code used for? To illustrate this, it's worth looking at the Konami titles that are most well-known for including the code in creative and often contradictory ways.</p>\n\n<p>From head-scratcher <a href=\"/en/games/genre/strategy-games/\">strategy games</a> to gory FPS <a href=\"/en/games/genre/shooting-games/\">shooters</a>, the Konami code has come in handy countless times over the decades. Here are some of the top examples from games produced by Konami:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"dance-dance-revolution\">Dance Dance Revolution</h3>\n\n<p>The world's <em>most famous</em> arcade dance game, one that has caused countless twisted limbs to collapse under the weight of routines that require superhuman agility and flexibility.</p>\n\n<p>You might wonder how one could incorporate the Konami code into a game like Dance Dance Revolution, but the team at Konami certainly did a good job, with the code appearing in nearly all of the releases in this franchise.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/tPUJNyywC5A\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>In the second release of the series, entering the code on the title menu will unlock a secret \"super mode\" that is exceptionally difficult. In the 5th version, the code unlocks new pictures and characters.</p>\n\n<p>In Extreme, the code is actually embedded in the song Twin Bee, allowing you to stamp it out in real time to the beat.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles\">Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles</h3>\n\n<p>The TMNT franchise has always been self-referential and tongue-in-cheek, and its use of the Konami code in most of the Nintendo releases is a testament to this sense of humor.</p>\n\n<p>In Fall of the Foot Clan (Game Boy only), the code will replenish your energy to 100% when used, but it can only ever be used once in the entire game.</p>\n\n<p>Meanwhile, other games prefer you use the code to make you the butt of the joke. In The Manhattan Project, entering the code will display a pop-up message from Konami that reads \"thank you for purchasing this game\" in Japanese.</p>\n\n<p>Likewise, TMNT: The Arcade Game simply triggers the audio \"cowabunga!\" whenever you use the code. Hey, we didn't say the Konami code was always useful.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"silent-hill\">Silent Hill</h3>\n\n<p>The blood-curdling Silent Hill franchise is one of Konami's most revered and commercially successful creations, so it should come as no surprise that the Konami code appears frequently throughout the series.</p>\n\n<p>While the Konami code does actually give you something in Silent Hill, the utility of what you get is up for debate.</p>\n\n<p>In Silent Hill: Homecoming, entering the code before you launch the game will transform the character Alex into a younger version of himself from the earliest games, who will appear in all cutscenes.</p>\n\n<p>Meanwhile, if you beat the game once and then enter the code in Silent Hill 3, the character of Douglas will appear in his underwear in every cutscene. Whether that is a genuinely useful cheat is in the eye of the beholder.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"the-konami-code-in-other-games\">The Konami Code in Other Games</h2>\n\n<p>Given the near-legendary status attributed to the Konami code in wider gaming culture, it should come as no surprise that the code has been appropriated by other gaming studios and added to titles across all genres and consoles.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, the code has often needed to be adapted for its new terrain (for example, the \"A\" in the code is usually replaced with \"X\" for Xbox games). Nonetheless, other gaming empires have done their piece to keep the code alive.</p>\n\n<p>Here are some great examples of the Konami code in non-Konami games:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"bioshock-infinite\">Bioshock Infinite</h3>\n\n<p>The BioShock series has garnered a keen following among series gamers for the retro game easter eggs you can find in all of the instalments. Probably the most famous such nod to gaming culture is the use of the Konami code in the 2013 release Bioshock Infinite.</p>\n\n<p>Enter the code during the title menu and the game will automatically boot up the so-called \"1999 mode\", which is a retro version of the story mode that is more difficult than any of the existing difficulty settings.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"crash-bandicoot\">Crash Bandicoot</h3>\n\n<p>Good old Crash, everyone's favorite bandicoot. One of the most iconic and enduring stalwarts of gaming culture, several games in the Bandicoot empire make ample use of the Konami code.</p>\n\n<p>For example, in Crash Bandicoot: Warped, the code will unlock a secret Spyro the Dragon level that you can access via the title screen. Meanwhile, entering the code in the N.Sane Trilogy will unlock hidden trailers for upcoming Spiro games.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"fortnite:-battle-royale\">Fortnite: Battle Royale</h3>\n\n<p>While cheat codes are quickly rigidly banned in online PvP games like Fortnite in the interest of fairness, an exception can be made for something as iconic as the Konami code.</p>\n\n<p>During the recent Season X event, anyone who entered the Konami code in Fortnite during a specific 36-hour period could online a hidden minigame in which the Durr Burger character must fight his way out of a black hole, with your help.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"just-dance-3\">Just Dance 3</h3>\n\n<p>In a thoughtful and humorous homage to the use of the Konami code in the early Dance Dance Revolution series, the team being Just Dance 3 decided to include a version of the code for their players.</p>\n\n<p>If you enter the code during the title screen, you can unlock an \"extreme\" version of the Duck Sauce song 'Barbara Streisand', should you wish to take it on.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"dead-by-daylight\">Dead by Daylight</h3>\n\n<p>The chaotic horror survival game Dead by Daylight is essentially a tribute to the most famous characters in the history of horror games, with Resident Evil's Nemesis, Silent Hill's Executioner, and various monsters from Left4Dead all making an appearance.</p>\n\n<p>Given the inclusion of Konami's Silent Hill canon into the mix, it only makes sense that the devs would sneak in the Konami code at some point.</p>\n\n<p>Enter the code when playing as one of the Silent Hill characters and the music will switch to the theme music from Gradius, the first NES game to use the code. You will also be gifted with a charm that you can equip to boost your health and powers.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"the-konami-cheat-code-in-popular-culture\">The Konami Cheat Code in Popular Culture</h2>\n\n<p>Unsurprisingly, the Konami code has broken out from the confines of gamer culture and has made an appearance in various parts of wider pop culture over the decades.</p>\n\n<p>The examples are too numerous to list in full, but there are some that are definitely worthy of honorable mention.</p>\n\n<p>The code is spoken as a song lyric in several pop songs, including tracks from Deftones, The Moldy Peaches, and Technicolor.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/lDtVAy0t_Bs?start=122\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Meanwhile, the code is used as a gag in several TV shoes, with Family Guy, Archer, and The Amazing World of Gumball all dropping a reference to the code in the script.</p>\n\n<p>While the actual usefulness of the Konami code in most games is questionable, it remains an important cultural touchstone for gamers of all generations.</p>\n\n<p>It's a fun, self-referential, and oftentimes touching tribute to an earlier, simpler era of gaming. We can't wait to see where the code appears next.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/konami-code/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The Konami Code - It Can Do Anything! 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Read on to find out exactly how to go live on Twitch and launch your gaming career.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"a-brief-history-of-streaming-on-twitch\">A Brief History of Streaming On Twitch</h2>\n\n<p>Founded in 2007 as Justin.TV before changing its name in 2014, Twitch is a dedicated live-streaming platform that is owned by <a href=\"https://www.vox.com/2014/8/26/6067085/amazon-twitch-tv-video-games-live-streaming-league-of-legends-dota-2\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Amazon</a>, which acquired the platform for $1 billion after an intense and highly-publicized bidding war with Google.</p>\n\n<p>Today, there are more than 9 million active streamers that use the platform, the vast majority of which do so to broadcast video game content. Twitch also has 27 million daily viewers, with a few channels peaking at more than a million live views.</p>\n\n<p>In the realm of video game streaming content, Twitch holds the overwhelming majority of the market share, with close to 70% of all video game live-stream viewing hours taking place on the platform. Trailing behind it is <strong>YouTube </strong>at 22% and <strong>Facebook </strong>at 11%.</p>\n\n<p>This is why knowing how to start a stream on Twitch is so important for any aspiring gaming influencer. By leveraging the reach and tools available on Twitch, you can connect with your target audience and with the global streaming community, and even get to know some on a personal basis with <a href=\"/en/blog/twitchcon/\">TwitchCon</a> events returning to physical locations.</p>\n\n<p>With that in mind, here's why and how to start streaming on Twitch.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"why-stream-on-twitch?\">Why stream on Twitch?</h2>\n\n<p>There are many practical reasons to learn how to start a stream on Twitch. One of these is the immense market share enjoyed by the platform, as we have already covered. However, this is not the only reason to learn how to stream on Twitch.</p>\n\n<p>Twitch is the ideal platform for streamers because it is very easy to use and offers a huge range of in-built tools and software that you can use to create perfect streaming content.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img alt=\"Twitch is very easy to use for newbie streams\" src=\"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2018/week_19/rage-5.jpg\" /></p>\n\n<p>Meanwhile, Twitch offers its streaming affiliates straightforward pathways to monetize their content, through ads, donations, and subscriptions.</p>\n\n<p>Crucially, the barriers to entry are much lower on Twitch than on YouTube, meaning that it is easier to begin streaming and making money from your content.</p>\n\n<p>In order to become a Twitch affiliate and start monetizing your content, all you need to do is broadcast more than 500 minutes of content within seven days, with an average of three viewers or more. That's it.</p>\n\n<p>Compare and contrast this to YouTube, where a gaming streamer would need to first attract 1,000 subscribers and rack up more than 4,000 hours of total watch time.</p>\n\n<p>It's also worth mentioning that the terms for monetization are more generous on Twitch since 100% of donations go to streamers and Twitch takes a lower cut of ad revenue than YouTube does.</p>\n\n<p>If you are serious about making game streaming a viable career option, learning how to stream on Twitch is the obvious choice.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-create-your-twitch-account\">How to Create Your Twitch Account</h2>\n\n<p>Before you can learn how to go live on Twitch on PC or elsewhere, you first need to create your Twitch account, which you can do directly from the Twitch website. First, you must make sure that you are able and eligible to be a Twitch streamer.</p>\n\n<p>For example, one of the most common questions potential streamers have is in regards to how old you have to be to stream on Twitch. The answer, by the way, is 13 years old.</p>\n\n<p>Remember that any user found to be underage when streaming content will immediately be banned from the platform for life.</p>\n\n<p>You must also make sure you are in a country that actually allows you to stream on Twitch.</p>\n\n<p>For example, Slovakia, China, and Russia all have active Twitch bans in place in 2021, so check that you can actually legally stream your video gaming content via the platform first.</p>\n\n<p>Now that we've covered that, let's quickly go through the step-by-step process for creating a Twitch account:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"1.-review-the-twitch-community-guidelines\">1. Review the Twitch Community Guidelines</h3>\n\n<p>Thoroughly read through the community guidelines so that you know what kind of streaming content and behavior is acceptable and what rules you are bound to when creating content. Falling afoul of Twitch community guidelines can be exceedingly costly.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"2.-create-your-twitch-account\">2. Create Your Twitch Account</h3>\n\n<p>All you need to do to create your account is click the \"sign up\" on the Twitch homepage. Enter your email, username, password, and age information. After this, set up your safety and privacy settings and your payment platform of choice. That's it.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"3.-enable-security-settings\">3. Enable Security Settings</h3>\n\n<p>In order to successfully broadcast content on Twitch, you must have your two-factor authentication settings (2FA) enabled. 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The fact that Gotham City doesn’t have Batman in it certainly means that it starts with an interesting twist.</p>\n\n<p>The action takes place at a time after Batman has died, with Gotham City going through troubled times. Therefore, you need to control the Caped Crusader’s former allies, who are Nightwing, Robin, Batgirl, and Red Hood.</p>\n\n<p>You need to reunite these four heroes to work together and bring order back to Gotham City. The bad guys in this game will be the Court of Owls secret society, and our heroes need to return to the Belfry to witch characters and to get ready for their new missions.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"5.-god-of-war:-ragnarök-–-date-tba\">5. God of War: Ragnarök – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>No firm release date has yet been announced for this game, which will be the ninth title in the God of War series by Sony. An action-adventure, Ragnarök will have <a href=\"https://www.worldhistory.org/Norse_Mythology/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Norse mythology</a> at its heart, with the death of the Norse Gods on the cards.</p>\n\n<p>This has been one of the most anticipated games of 2022 since the initial announcement in late 2020, although the release date has already been put back from the original plans.</p>\n\n<p>For those who play <a href=\"/en/games/platform/pc-games/\">PC games</a>, God of War 2018 is coming to <em>Steam </em>so you no longer need a PS4 to play this title.</p>\n\n<p>The action on this game takes place three years after the time when 2018’s God of War game was set. Atreus becomes a more prominent character as he is looking to find out more about his own identity while Loki tries to stop Ragnarök from occurring.</p>\n\n<p>You will need to roam across nine realms and can look forward to coming across rivals such as Freya and the mighty Thor.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"6.-redfall-–-date-tba\">6. Redfall – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>Arkane Studios are behind this new action-adventure game that will be published by <a href=\"https://bethesda.net/en/dashboard\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Bethesda Softworks</a> as one of the most anticipated games of 2022.</p>\n\n<p>No exact date has been officially announced for the release of Redfall, but it looks like it will come out for the Xbox Series X/S and Windows formats in time for summer. It is an open-world shooter where you can play on your own or join forces with others in the co-operative mode.</p>\n\n<p>Choose from four playable characters that each gives you different abilities and backgrounds. This ranges from a sharpshooter to combat engineer and from inventor to a telekinetic student.</p>\n\n<p>As for the enemies you come up against, expect to do battle against vampires as well as human opponents as you explore the fictional town of Redfall in Massachusetts. A scientific experiment has gone wrong here, and that means that you need to clean up the town.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"7--splatoon-3-–-date-tba\">7- Splatoon 3 – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>This third-person shooter from Nintendo should also see the light of day in the next year. Why is it regarded as one of the most anticipated games of 2022?</p>\n\n<p>Well, it is the latest in the popular Splatoon series of video games where you can either play solo or else join the online multiplayer matches to take on other players.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Z4ngPsn5d5A\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Splatoon 3 will be available on the Nintendo Switch, although the series began life on the Wii U, and it will let you choose your characters from the Inklings and Octolings options.</p>\n\n<p>There are different weapons available now too, all of which fire out ink to splatter and cover your opponents. The Turf War mode will allow two teams of four players to try and cover the other’s area of the post-apocalyptic Splatsville in their ink as quickly as possible.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"8.-slime-rancher-2-–-date-tba\">8. Slime Rancher 2 – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>The developers at Monomi Park are bringing us a new installment of the Slime Rancher game shortly, following on from the success of the original that was released back in 2017.</p>\n\n<p>Like the original, it is expected to have an open-world setting and again features the cute Beatrix LeBeau, who will be attempting to set up and grow a farm on Rainbow Island this time.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ehh3m59vbA0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>We should expect to see Slime Rancher 2 land on Windows and the Xbox Series X/S formats in 2022. The gameplay looks similar to the original title, as you need to collect slime and build a farm.</p>\n\n<p>New types of slime such as cotton slime, flutter slime, and batty slime are all going to be included, making this easily one of the most anticipated games of 2022 for those players who enjoy cute games with a lot of variety.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"9.-tiny-tina’s-wonderland-–-march-25,-2022\">9. Tiny Tina’s Wonderland – March 25, 2022</h2>\n\n<p>This first-person shooter from Gearbox Software is a spin-off from the extremely successful Borderlands series, which helps to explain why it is one of the most anticipated 2022 video games.</p>\n\n<p>It will be published on a variety of formats by 2K Games and you can either play alone or with three others in the multiplayer option. What is it like and how has it been inspired by Borderlands?</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ikqs6B4ozM0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The action takes place right after the events of Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep in the Borderlands world, which means that it is a fantasy game with a role-playing theme.</p>\n\n<p>You can create your characters using the six available character classes, letting you mix different skills and choose from a big variety of weapons too.</p>\n\n<p>With a selection of playable worlds accessible through an overworld area, it is easy to see why this is one of the most anticipated games of 2022 among <em>fantasy RPG</em> fans.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"10.-gran-turismo-7---march-4,-2022\">10. Gran Turismo 7 - March 4, 2022</h2>\n\n<p>The latest title in the Gran Turismo series from Polyphony Digital looks like being the most visually impressive to date. The huge number of fans of Gran Turismo makes this one of the most anticipated games of 2022 for PlayStation 4 and 5 owners.</p>\n\n<p>Fans originally expected the game to be developed solely for the PS5, and it has been suggested that the PS5 version will be enhanced to take advantage of the newer console’s great power.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Eeznj47iZGg\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The trailer shows us that the main menu will return to the style we saw in Gran Turismo 4, while the GT Simulation Mode is back too. Many of the features are still present, so you can look forward to familiar elements such as the Driving School, Championships, and Tuning Parts Shop.</p>\n\n<p>Creating customized cars will now be easier than it was in previous installments of the game. Fans will be looking forward to trying out the career mode on Gran Turismo 7 as soon as possible, as it has already been delayed from 2021.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"11.-goodbye-volcano-high-–-date-tba\">11. Goodbye Volcano High – Date TBA</h2>\n\n<p>Another of the most anticipated games of 2022 that have been delayed from an expected 2021 release, Goodbye Volcano High is a narrative adventure game created by KO_OP. You will be able to play on the PlayStation 4 and 5, as well as on Microsoft Windows.</p>\n\n<p>What is it about? Goodbye Volcano High features a group of dinosaurs who are in a rock band and are about to graduate from high school.</p>\n\n<p>The images released so far look absolutely amazing. The developers promise that players will help the teen dinosaurs find love while trying to work out who they are and how they fit into the world.</p>\n\n<p>The addition of a <em>non-binary character</em> voiced by <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lachlan_Watson\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Lachlan Watson</a> from <a href=\"https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7569592/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina</a> adds to the intrigue of this game, which the developers say will have the feel of one of your favorite TV shows.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"12.-starfield-–-november-11,-2022\">12. Starfield – November 11, 2022</h2>\n\n<p>Finally, Bethesda Game Studios will bring us this highly-anticipated 2022 video game towards the end of the year. Starfield is an action RPG that was first announced by the developer back at the E3 event in 2018.</p>\n\n<p>The action will take place in a space-themed world and you can look forward to playing it on Windows or the Xbox Series X/S.</p>\n\n<p>One of the reasons this title makes it onto our list of the most anticipated games of 2022 is that it is the first new games franchise from Bethesda in more than <em>two decades</em>. The game takes place in 2310, and the area covered in the game runs to about 50 light-years.</p>\n\n<p>Two groups have been taking part in the Colony War, which recently ended and gave way to an uncertain peace. Playing this games means taking on the role of a space explorer who travels through a <em>very </em>troubled part of the universe.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"which-games-should-you-try-in-2022?\">Which Games Should You Try in 2022?</h2>\n\n<p>As we have seen in this look at 12 of the most anticipated games of 2022, there is a <em>huge</em> amount of variety to look forward to in the next year. Be sure to check out the latest <a href=\"/en/games/os/android-games/\">android games</a> as you may even find something to play there.</p>\n\n<p>Still, If the latest installment of one of your favorite franchises is due out in 2022, it could be an easy decision to give this new game a try and see whether it brings a new sense of excitement to a familiar world.</p>\n\n<p>Otherwise, why not take a look at the trailers we have included, to see which of 2022’s most anticipated games catches your eye? There is a lot to like about each of them, so you are sure to find something enjoyable no matter what console you use to play games on</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/most-anticipated-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The Hands Down 12 Most Anticipated Games of 2022\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2017/week_49/image-4.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-28\"\n}\n</script>","date":"11/28/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/most-anticipated-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13573"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/retro-games/"},"strings":{"title":"The Reason Retro Games Keep Slaying the Game","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"660000","description":"<p>Nostalgia is a powerful force. Through a rose-tinted lens, we view older experiences in a different light than how we'd see them today, but nostalgia isn't everything.</p>\n\n<p>Sometimes, the things we used to love are exactly as good as we remember them to be and rarely is this as true as it is in the world of retro games.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>Though limited compared to games of today, the boundaries of retro games in no way mean the titles must be bad. After all, simplicity can be a very good thing, and retro games capture this simplicity like few other forms of entertainment.</p>\n\n<p>Made by the right team and guided by the right vision, retro games plus modern players can be just as great a combination as ever, and we want to explore why.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-considered-retro-games?\">What are Considered Retro Games?</h2>\n\n<p>This is a difficult question and one which necessarily changes with time. We considered retro video games retro because of how old they are, but as video games evolve, the definition of old continues to shift.</p>\n\n<p>Back in the year 2000, retro games would usually involve anything that came before 1990. Since video games only really took off post-1980, this would classify any game released in the first half of the industry as retro.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/PQs5tXqgg8Q\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Today, just as always, what we consider as retro games is more than a little arbitrary. Generally, retro games are seen as those on PC released <em>before </em>the year 2000, or those on the <a href=\"/en/blog/console-generations/\">sixth generation of consoles</a> (PlayStation 1 and Nintendo 64) or before.</p>\n\n<p>Though this still maintains a connection to around half of the lifespan of commercial video games, it's likely that a 20-30 year gap will eventually become a standard definition of retro, as it has with movies and music.</p>\n\n<p>The one confounding issue to note here is that there is a new subgenre of retro-inspired titles like Sonic Mania and Undertale. These aren't considered true retro, more retro-inspired than anything else.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"why-do-people-play-retro-games?\">Why do People Play Retro Games?</h2>\n\n<p>In simple terms, because graphics and complexity don't necessarily equal fun and quality. <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Draughts\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Checkers</a>, for example, has existed in some forms as far back as <em>3,000 BCE</em>. As with retro games, checkers is so fun that it's never dated itself out of existence.</p>\n\n<p>For this reason, it's probable that many retro video games will never <a href=\"/en/blog/the-rise-in-popularity-of-retro-games/\">go out of style</a>, as they become permanent fixtures among gaming enthusiasts.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"are-retro-games-better-or-worse-than-modern-titles?\">Are Retro Games Better or Worse than Modern Titles?</h2>\n\n<p>Ultimately, this is a question of <em>taste</em>, with no strict yes or no answers. For some players, the streamlined approach of older titles means that they'll always be a superior choice to the bulky games of today.</p>\n\n<p>For others, older games might be so graphically unappealing that they can't find themselves able to engage in any real way. Most players, however, will find this more about genre appreciation and how the different generations reflect the possibilities for different types of games.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-genres-are-available-in-retro-games?\">What Genres are Available in Retro Games?</h2>\n\n<p>Taking place before the year 2000, it's natural that some genres won't appear in the retro games era. Playing retro games online, for example, isn't going to be easy for fans of modern <a href=\"/en/games/genre/multiplayer-games/\">multiplayer games</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Even if the networks which host these games remain online, the experience is rarely streamlined, and jumping through these hoops can be frustrating and alienating.</p>\n\n<p>Similar problems could be found in newer genres that simply didn't exist before the new millennium. <a href=\"/en/blog/moba-games-guide/\">MOBA games</a> only came about in 2003, with the release of the Defense of the Ancients mod for Warcraft III.</p>\n\n<p>For this reason, fans of LoL or Dota 2 aren't going to have any options in retro gaming. The same applies to battle royale games, which didn't really exist before PUBG in 2017.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"how-do-people-play-retro-games?\">How Do People Play Retro Games?</h2>\n\n<p>Today, few people play retro titles on their original systems. Since retro systems are no longer being built, and many have broken over time, the cost for older consoles and PCs can be prohibitive.</p>\n\n<p>To overcome this problem, most modern players turn to rereleases or, more commonly, <a href=\"/en/blog/game-emulators/\">emulators on PC and other systems</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Emulators give players access to practically, or perhaps literally, all retro games plus a range of options not available on original systems. This can make retro games easier to play, with access to save states, more ergonomic controls, and many other modern conveniences and advantages.</p>\n\n<p>Running retro games through these means configuring the right emulator, and then running the game file, called a ROM.</p>\n\n<p>Though emulating more recent systems can be problematic due to performance concerns, the low demands of retro systems mean getting them working at full speed is usually a simple task.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"our-top-five-retro-games\">Our Top Five Retro Games</h2>\n\n<p>As with any video game, taste is largely subjective. After all, the games that you love might not be loved by everyone, so making a top-five list is a tricky pursuit. That said, some titles are so influential and broadly loved that their importance is undeniable.</p>\n\n<p>With that in mind, here are our picks for the top five retro video games, with a little information on what makes them so special.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"tetris\">Tetris</h3>\n\n<p>As of late 2021, Tetris has sold over a hundred million copies, making the mobile version alone the third best-selling game of all time. Factor in the many other well-received forms of the game, and Tetris might even find a place as the most popular game ever.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/VNbo1AGqKrI\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The very first Tetris title was released in 1984, developed by Soviet software engineer <a href=\"https://tetris.com/bios#alexey\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Alexey Pajitnov</a>. Produced for an early 1978 computer called the Electronika 60, Tetris was one of the rare games that could operate well on early home computers, and it quickly became a hit.</p>\n\n<p>Much more relevant to the game's future success would be its arrival on the NES and Game Boy, where Tetris skyrocketed in the western consciousness.</p>\n\n<p>Over time, practically every video gaming system received a port of Tetris. Whether playing retro games online or even in physical releases like with Tetris Effect, the low requirements and easy-to-understand gameplay have made it a perfect fit for both casual and hardcore gamers.</p>\n\n<p>Now even featuring international competitions held on older ports of the game, Tetris has never shown any signs of slowing down. After all, as anyone who's played Tetris can tell you, the game only gets faster the further you get.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"super-mario-bros\">Super Mario Bros</h3>\n\n<p>When the NES launched in North America in 1985, it heralded a new healthy age of video games. Following the video game crash of 1983, players of retro games were after titles that had more depth, and this is <em>exactly </em>what Super Mario Bros delivered.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/7qirrV8w5SQ?start=8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>As is typical in some of the biggest retro games on the market, SMB didn't invent the important elements like smooth scrolling and fine control, but it did raise them to new levels. Mario was fast, he was precise, and he showed just how powerful early consoles could be in the hands of the right developers.</p>\n\n<p>Directed by the legendary Shigeru Miyamoto, Super Mario Bros would be a commercial and critical hit. Inspiring thousands of future platformers and retro arcade games, Mario almost singlehandedly proved the viability of the burgeoning platforming genre.</p>\n\n<p>So popular was the little plumber that he eventually became Nintendo's mascot, where he's remained for the last 35 years.</p>\n\n<p>Today, the legend of Mario lives on not just in remakes, but also in huge retro games groups like the speedrunning community. With players close to achieving a theoretically perfect fastest time, the original Super Mario Bros' spot as one of the biggest retro games is beyond dispute.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-legend-of-zelda-–-ocarina-of-time\">The Legend of Zelda – Ocarina of Time</h3>\n\n<p>With so many entries that transformed all of gaming, it's difficult to choose just one Zelda entry to put on this best retro games list. For the sake of popularising 3D adventure gaming, however, it's 1998's Ocarina of Time that earns top billing.</p>\n\n<p>Building on the precedent set by the former retro games of the series, OOT had Link set on yet another epic quest to save Princess Zelda from the hands of the evil Ganondorf.</p>\n\n<p>On his way, Link would encounter many new friends and foes, as his expanding list of abilities and items opened up new places and ways to explore.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/6g2vk8Gudqs?start=8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Like the original Zelda and later Link to the Past, OOT raised the bar of adventure to new heights, proving what was possible in 2D could also work in the challenging 3D space.</p>\n\n<p>Like with SMB, rereleases and a dedicated community have ensured that Link's first 3D quest has remained one of the most popular, even with newer releases significantly modernizing the formula.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"doom\">Doom</h3>\n\n<p>By the time Doom was released on PC in 1993, developer ID Software had already proved their pedigree in the 3D action space. With other major retro games like Catacomb 3D and Wolfenstein 3D under their belts, they knew first-person shooters better than anyone, even before FPS became a term.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/iFnOLFd_ByQ?start=8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>In fact, Doom would be so important that before the advent of the FPS title, games in the genre would commonly be called Doom clones.</p>\n\n<p>Doom introduced 3D environments well beyond anything that came before, with technology that was thought to be impossible on the home computers of the time. Backed by the design philosophies of Tom Hall and John Romero, and coded by John Carmack, Doom was generations ahead of the competitors.</p>\n\n<p>It's also one of those retro games that understood the importance of game purity. The players of Doom had a simple mission: get to the end of the level and kill any demons foolish enough to get in their way. Doom was violent, it was smooth, it was skill-based, and for many, it was also the first time the audience managed to play retro games online.</p>\n\n<p>With source-ports and console releases, the original Doom games are still widely played and loved. Gamers have still shown reverence to the new entries, but for millions of players, no retro games on PC better illustrate the platform or action games better than Doom.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"street-fighter-2\">Street Fighter 2</h3>\n\n<p>The original Street Fighter was an average game by many standards. It was slow, clumsy, and even the most dedicated Street Fighter fans recommend against giving it your time. Street Fighter 2, on the other hand, is seen as the true origin of the entire fighting games genre.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/NrZBcwLZwBY?start=8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Making retro arcade games was tricky, as early titles had to find a way to pit players against what was essentially a high-score table. In Street Fighter 2, the enemy was right next to you, and it was only your skill over them that would win the day.</p>\n\n<p>With grapples, fireballs, spinning-bird kicks, and an accidentally invented combo system, SF2 changed the course of multiplayer games forever.</p>\n\n<p>Undergoing numerous updates and arcade rereleases, this title also brought to light the importance of patches to eliminate bugs and exploits, as well as balance tier lists.</p>\n\n<p>Though one of the sequels, Street Fighter 3: 3rd Strike would arguably be the most popular in the series, the second entry has maintained an active competitive player-base for more than 30 years.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"a-retro-future\">A Retro Future</h2>\n\n<p>With each new year, the list of games we consider to be retro continues to grow. Make no mistake, even the most cutting-edge titles we love today will eventually be seen as retro games by players a few decades from now.</p>\n\n<p>With this in mind, understand that a game's age in no way reflects its quality. Just as there are great and terrible games today, there were great and terrible games in the retro era.</p>\n\n<p>Take the time, dip your toes into the pool of retro games, and you might be surprised at what you can find. Whether looking for a way to spend an afternoon or a new series to play through from the beginning, don't overlook what the landscape of retro games has to offer.</p>\n\n<p>As they say, <em>classics are classics for a reason.</em></p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/retro-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The Reason Retro Games Keep Slaying the Game\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/covers/general/5_b.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-25\"\n}\n</script>","date":"11/25/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/retro-games_1.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13569"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/best-android-games/"},"strings":{"title":"The 10 Best Android Games in 2021 ","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"840000","description":"<p>2021 has been another terrific year for the Android gaming community, with some great new games coming out and a few established favorites having bugs fixed or receiving much-needed enhancements.</p>\n\n<p>What are the best Android games in 2021 and what gameplay do they offer?</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>The following is a mixture of the best <em>new titles</em> that have hit the market in 2021, together with some <em>older classics</em> that combine to give us a list of the <em>top ten best Android games 2021</em> <em>has to offer</em>.</p>\n\n<p>With a variety of RPGs, action games, and mobile rhythm apps, this is a collection that has something for every type of mobile gamer to enjoy. Let’s get started and find out which games have caught our eye in the last year.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"1.-among-us\">1. Among Us</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Innersloth LLC</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2018</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 10+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Released in 2018, Among Us rose to prominence in 2020 and has continued to be a firm favorite of gamers over the world in 2021, meaning that it is still considered one of the best games on Android in 2021 just as it was the year before that.</p>\n\n<p>It has been downloaded from the Google Play Store <a href=\"https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.innersloth.spacemafia\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">over 12.6 million times</a> and shows no sign of losing its appeal anytime soon.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/bqibX3lW6_4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The game was partly based on the movie <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Thing_(1982_film)\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The Thing</a> and there was talk of an Among Us 2 game being released in the future, but for the moment the developers have dedicated their time to sorting out the technical issues that have caused issues for some players.</p>\n\n<p>Some of the recent improvements have helped to ensure that it doesn’t lose its spot on the best mobile games of 2021 list.</p>\n\n<p>Up to 15 players join together on a spaceship that will soon be blasting off, but one of the players is an impostor who wants to kill them all while the rest are crew members who need to find the impostor while carrying out their normal tasks.</p>\n\n<p>It’s an incredibly simple idea that has been carried out well, to give a well-rounded mobile experience where sabotage and secrecy are among the keys to success.</p>\n\n<p>As one of <em>the </em>best Android games in 2021, this is a free game worth exploring, with a selection of in-app purchases to help you enjoy the experience more if you want to upgrade.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"2.-crash-bandicoot:-on-the-run!\">2. Crash Bandicoot: On the Run!</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: King</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2021</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: None</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>This hugely popular gaming character finally came to our Android screens in 2021 in a fast, colorful adventure. It is designed as one of the endless runner genres of mobile games, where you need to jump, spin, and carry out other slick moves to make your way through a series of maps.</p>\n\n<p>There isn’t much of a storyline, but the game is based on the idea that the evil Dr Neo Cortex is up to no good and only you can stop him. With millions of downloads, Crash Bandicoot has been confirmed as one of the best Android games 2021 has brought us.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/KETsS3nkwBw\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The way it is faithful to the original game and the top-level graphics make it stand out against the other endless runner games for Android games right now.</p>\n\n<p>Once you start you will have to choose to play as either Crash or Coco. Since you can’t control your character’s speed, it is just about helping them to avoid the traps and run for as long as possible.</p>\n\n<p>An array of mutants will try to get in your way, while you will eventually run into some of the top bosses if you manage to keep running far enough.</p>\n\n<p>This title comes from the same developer that brought us the Candy Crush Saga, so expect a polished look but also lots of opportunities to spend money on the game. Despite this, it can be played for free if you are patient about waiting for your next game.</p>\n\n<p>The inclusion of Crash Bandicoot: On the Run! on our list of the best Android games for 2021 is largely due to the fun it offers and the simple but highly enjoyable gameplay.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"3.-beatstar\">3. Beatstar</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Space Ape</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2021</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 13+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The mobile rhythm market got a new contender in 2021, with the release of Beatstar on the Play Store. It looks similar to games like <a href=\"https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0498678/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Guitar Hero</a>, with a series of musical sequences scrolling down your Android’s screen for you to hit.</p>\n\n<p>The presentation is fantastic, and Beatstar also benefits from having a series of licensed songs from different artists, including an incredibly wide variety of songs from Lynyrd Skynyrd to Avicii and Doja Cat that you can choose from.</p>\n\n<p>With new songs added regularly, this is a great way to listen to your favorites while trying to match the rhythm. One drawback is that there is no offline mode, so we can’t class Beatstar among the best offline games for Android in 2021.</p>\n\n<p>Miss a note completely and the song will stop in its tracks. This is where the monetization aspect comes in, as it becomes really difficult to unlock new songs as you progress unless you are willing to pay for it.</p>\n\n<p>However, the overall appeal of the game means that it is a solid option for anyone who is happy to slowly work through the catalog at their own speed. Beatstar is undoubtedly one of the best Android games in 2021, and it should become a firm favorite for music fans long into the future.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"4.-crossy-road\">4. Crossy Road</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Hipster Whale</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2014</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: None</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>With almost five million downloads to date, this simple yet massively enjoyable game has been a huge hit, meaning that is an easy choice to add it to our best Android games 2021 list despite it already being a few years old.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/FdgxK4gR3eg\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The basic idea is that you help a chicken cross the road without him getting squashed, attacked, or even drowned along the way.</p>\n\n<p>The developers have gone for a bright, cartoony feel that helps to make this a fun romp for players of all ages who are looking for a few moments of simple pleasure without having to learn too many rules or controls.</p>\n\n<p>Crossy Road has been described as being like an endless version of the classic Frogger arcade game that first appeared in the early 1980s.</p>\n\n<p>Some gamers might find that it is just a little too simplistic and repetitive for them, but there is no denying that getting past a tough obstacle like a big road or a river is immensely satisfying.</p>\n\n<p>It may not be a game that you play every day, but Crossy Road is a more than decent option to have on your phone for those quiet moments when you just want some fun with no hassles or complex gameplay to worry about.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"5.-fortnite\">5. Fortnite</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Epic Games</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2018</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 13+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>You need to head to the Epic Game Store rather than the Google Play Store to download this game. It is a <a href=\"/en/blog/battle-royale/\">battle royale style</a> of mobile game that has been incredibly popular among gamers on many different formats for the last few years.</p>\n\n<p>The Android version perhaps lacks some of the crisp graphics and smooth action of the PC version, although those complaints certainly haven’t stopped it from becoming one of the best free Android games in 2021.</p>\n\n<p>You play this game online against other human opponents, beginning your mission by flying into the combat zone and choosing when you jump off the craft that takes you there.</p>\n\n<p>After that, you take your place in a huge battle where your mission is to attempt to be the last player standing. You can choose to take on this challenge on your own, or else you could join up with others in a team of two or four.</p>\n\n<p>As one of the best Android games that players can download at no cost, this is a good way to start playing a game for free before deciding whether or not to buy cosmetic items such as skins.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"6.-genshin-impact\">6. Genshin Impact</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: mihoYo Limited</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2020</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 13+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Following its release in the second half of the year, Genshin Impact became one of the best Android games in 2021. This action game was released in Windows, PlayStation 4, and iOS versions at the same time it made its way onto the Google Play Store.</p>\n\n<p>Described as an RPG, Genshin Impact takes place in a fantasy setting in a world known as Teyvat. You need to travel across a series of different settings, dealing with monsters using your combat skills and helping those that need you to help them.</p>\n\n<p>The spectacular success of this game meant that it earned the developer $2 billion in the first year after its release, with the signs pointing towards the total of 2.7 million downloads on the Play Store rising consistently from now on.</p>\n\n<p>The graphics and soundtrack are extremely impressive for a mobile game, although some players have criticized the monetization model that it uses.</p>\n\n<p>Yet, the appeal of seeking out the seven Gods that inhabit this land and finding answers to the key questions makes this one of the best free Android games in 2021.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"7.-castlevania:-symphony-of-the-night\">7. Castlevania: Symphony of the Night</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Konami</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2020</li>\n\t<li>Cost: $2.99</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 13+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Initially released for the PlayStation console in 1997, this instalment of the Castlevania series was ported to the Android platform in 2020. While the $2.99 price tag may put some players off, fans will probably be happy to pay that price to get hold of this mobile version of the classic RPG.</p>\n\n<p>For those who follow the series, this game is set after the Rondo of Blood title and the action takes place a few years after the events in that game.</p>\n\n<p>You take control of a vampire going by the name of Alucard and need to battle against the other demons that hang around the castle. There are lots of weapons and spells that you can use on your mission, and the castle itself is terrific fun to explore.</p>\n\n<p>The number and variety of enemies that you are pitched against make this a highly varied experience, while the graphics look fantastic too, making this one of the best Android games for 2021.</p>\n\n<p>It took a while for the original to take off, but it is now listed by some critics among the best video games ever made, so it is well worth taking a look at the Android version.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"8.-chrono-trigger\">8. Chrono Trigger</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Square Enix</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2012 (upgraded in 2018)</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 10+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Another of the classic RPGs to be released for Android devices, Chrono Trigger first came out in 1995 for the SNES.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/OFmTAc50LR4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>It was first transferred to Android in 2012, but the numerous bugs on this version led to the developers bringing out an upgraded app in 2018 that has helped to give a vastly improved and much slicker playing experience.</p>\n\n<p>The game is all about the hero, called Crono, braving entering an unknown world to find his lost friend. Marle. The journey puts you up against a variety of enemies, with interesting locations such as the Dimensional Vortex and Lost Sanctum dungeons adding a lot of atmosphere to the game.</p>\n\n<p>You get to unleash up to 50 different battle combos as you try to get the better of the many opponents who stand in your way as you attempt to rescue Marle.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"9.-dragalia-lost\">9. Dragalia Lost</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Cygames / Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2018</li>\n\t<li>Cost: Free, with in-app purchases</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: 13+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>This action role-playing game brings humans and dungeons together in an epic adventure that takes place in Alberia. The royals here can transform into dragons to go into battle.</p>\n\n<p>However, strange things are happening in the land, and Prince Euden has to begin his Dragon Selection Trial against a backdrop of troubles and waning magic power. Reviewers have given praise to the gameplay, the graphics, and to the great soundtrack that plays during your adventure.</p>\n\n<p>You can play Dragalia Lost as a single player or team up with others to try the four-player cooperative play option. This was Nintendo’s first mobile game to be developed for Android devices without existing as a console game first of all.</p>\n\n<p>It proved to be a hit, with <em>more than 300,000 </em>Japanese players pre-registering for it. In its first year after release, the game had grossed more than $100 million, and it continues to be one of the best Android games in 2021 that players can download for free.</p>\n\n<p>If you like the challenge of playing strategy games, you might like to consider how to progress on Dragalia Lost through diverse tactics such as crafting new weapons and working to increase the potency of your dragon.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"10.-railroad-ink-challenge\">10. Railroad Ink Challenge</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Developer: Horrible Guild</li>\n\t<li>Released: 2021</li>\n\t<li>Cost: $3.99</li>\n\t<li>Age restrictions: None</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Released in 2018 as a roll and write board game, Railroad Ink Challenge made the switch to mobile devices in 2021, quickly gaining a reputation as one of the best Android games in 2021 for us to enjoy.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/QatmSzWm9wE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The aim of the game is to roll the dice and then draw the different transport routes that are needed to connect the exits dotted across the board. You can then grow your railroad network by adding in new stations and other features, letting you pick up points as you go.</p>\n\n<p>One of the reasons this app has gained a positive reputation is that you can play alone or challenge others to see who picks up the most points. Leaving open connections will see you penalized no matter how you plan the Railroad Ink Challenge game, though.</p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https://horribleguild.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The developer</a> has confirmed that expansions will be released, and will be based on the likes of the Forest and Desert sections of the original board game, adding new rules and dice to the gameplay.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"which-is-the-no-1-android-game-in-the-world-in-2021?\">Which Is the No 1 Android Game in the World in 2021?</h2>\n\n<p>If you are looking for the Android game with the highest number of downloads, the main candidates are 2017’s <em>Garena Free Fire</em>, <em>PUBG Mobile</em> from 2018, and 2016’s <em>Mobile Legends: Big Bang</em>, all of which have been downloaded <em><strong>more than a billion</strong></em> times by players across the planet.</p>\n\n<p>Each OS and device's requirements vary slightly, making our list of the best mobile games in 2021 on Android very specific.</p>\n\n<p>The titles we have included here are just some of the terrific mobile games that you can <a href=\"/en/games/category/download-games/\">download to your device</a>, but <a href=\"/en/games/platform/mobile-games/\">don't forget to check</a> our very own ones, too.</p>\n\n<p>Happy gaming!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/best-android-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The 7 Best Free PC Games to Play in 2021\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2018/week_14/realtime-turnbased-1.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-22\"\n}\n</script>","date":"11/22/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/best-android-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13557"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/handheld-game-consoles/"},"strings":{"title":"These are the Top 8 Handheld Game Console Devices of All Time","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"660000","description":"<p>There was a time when video gaming was tied only to stationary systems. Arcade machines, consoles, and PCs, all were the only ways in which a player could engage.</p>\n\n<p>While we were content with these choices, we never knew what we were missing. Eventually, developers would branch out to create the first mobile system; a true handheld game console.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>Suddenly, we had the joy of video games anywhere we went. Some of these handheld video games would even challenge the quality of their home-based cousins.</p>\n\n<p>Over time, this handheld game console market would grow and evolve, turning from what was a niche curiosity into a major market force.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/vx4Zn5u4NQA?start=105\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Have you ever wondered how we got to where we are today? Let's take a look back at the history of handheld console systems and how they changed.</p>\n\n<p>As for what counts as a handheld, in classic terms, <strong>a handheld game console is a video gaming device portable anywhere</strong>. While doing this, it also must keep the display in your hands.</p>\n\n<p>At first, this meant something like a <a href=\"https://americanhistory.si.edu/collections/search/object/nmah_1253117\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Game Boy</a>, though over time the definition expanded. Today, handhelds include mobile phones as unofficial entries among their ranks.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"in-the-beginning\">In the Beginning</h2>\n\n<p>The idea of handheld video gaming consoles was around since the advent of grounded home systems. It seemed a natural change, to bring an already popular form of entertainment into an untapped marketplace.</p>\n\n<p>After all, companies in the 70s were already spending millions to develop the best home systems. From this perspective. making the best handheld game console was a simple extension of this concept.</p>\n\n<p>The reality was that, before the 1980s, the technology to make a great handheld game console wasn't there yet. Handhelds needed tiny computer chips that were both powerful enough to run, and cheap enough to sell at a profit.</p>\n\n<p>Additionally, the battery drain for these systems could make them problematic in the long term.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/99YqJ8pmvZI?start=105\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Early on, systems like 1979 Microvision would attempt to make ground on this front. It wasn't until the Game Boy was released in 1989, however, that technological reach finally met its grasp.</p>\n\n<p>The Game Boy was powerful, it was cheap and for many, that enshrined the system as the best handheld game console of all time.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"competitors-and-decline\">Competitors and Decline</h2>\n\n<p>As handheld video games on the Game Boy began to sell like hotcakes, other major manufacturers tried to enter the handheld console market.</p>\n\n<p>During the 90s, such efforts were hardly as complicated as they are today, with famous names like Atari, Sega, and even Bandai trying to make their mark.</p>\n\n<p>Eventually, all failed in the face of Nintendo's momentum and established franchises. Only one developer managed to put up a real fight. This developer was Sony, which released the PSP in 2004, after gaining experience making the PlayStation 1 and 2.</p>\n\n<p>Entering the handheld game console market, they released the PSP, and seven years later, the PSVita. Both of these machines were well regarded, but even they folded before Nintendo's might.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"possibilities-for-the-future\">Possibilities for the Future</h2>\n\n<p>The last major dedicated gaming console offering handheld play has been the Switch, which hit shelves in 2017. As a console/handheld hybrid, the Switch superseded the New 3DS line.</p>\n\n<p>This consolidated their handheld and grounded titles into a singular whole. As of 2020, this is the only traditional handheld game console left, but tradition is changing.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img alt=\"Mobile games are becoming stronger than most older consoles\" src=\"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2019/week_7/11_Mobile.png\" title=\"MOBA on mobile\" /></p>\n\n<p>Gaining momentum in the background of the handheld gaming market is the growing success of mobile phones. Originally far more limited than the Game Boy, modern mobile phones today have come a long way.</p>\n\n<p>Today, they're often more powerful than the PlayStation 2, with some even surpassing the power of the <em>Switch</em>.</p>\n\n<p>Such potential presents a considerable challenge for Nintendo and its handheld game console fame. This created massive potential implications for the future of handheld gaming.</p>\n\n<p>Needless to say, it's going to be a difficult few years for Nintendo if they want to maintain their place in the handheld game console arena.</p>\n\n<p>Before going on, it's important to note there is debate over how we define consoles and handhelds. To some players, the term handheld is the only correct term, which should differentiate it from consoles (like the PlayStation), and PC.</p>\n\n<p>Ultimately, there isn't one right answer, so the terms handheld or handheld console are both acceptable.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"the-top-8-handheld-video-game-consoles\">The Top 8 Handheld Video Game Consoles</h2>\n\n<p>There's a lot of crossover between financial success and handheld game console influence. That said, going straight for a list of the best-sellers is a bit dry. This is especially the case when you consider how Nintendo's offerings would then completely dominate this list.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, we can't deny how much Nintendo has driven the handheld game console industry forward. We'll also focus on offerings slightly more unusual.</p>\n\n<p>As a top-eight list, the following are presented in no particular order. This is because there isn't just one \"best handheld\". Handhelds are a matter of taste, with no right or wrong answers. Heck, you can even choose the <em>Virtual Boy</em> as the best if you want to.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"game-boy\">Game Boy</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $89.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: September 1989</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 1,046</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The grandfather of them all, the Game Boy was the system that set the stage for decades to come. With a green and black monochrome display and only two buttons, the system struggles by today's standards.</p>\n\n<p>Then, at the time, it was a technological marvel. Here, titles like Tetris and Pokémon would find their legs. From humble beginnings, they then became some of the most popular handheld game console titles ever developed.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/eRiwW6M55qg\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Ten years later, in 1998, the Game Boy hardware would see its first major update in the <em>Game Boy Color</em>. With up to 56 colors on screen at a time over the original system's two, the GBC was a strong follow-up, but it couldn't compare to what Nintendo had in store next.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"game-boy-advance\">Game Boy Advance</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $99.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: June 2001</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 1,534</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>As the name suggests, the Game Boy Advance was a full handheld game console upgrade to the GB and GBC. About as powerful as the Super Nintendo, the GBA updated the button count to four.</p>\n\n<p>It also supported hundreds or thousands of colors at once, depending on the graphics mode, and was a handheld powerhouse.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/qBzh-fzzIsE?start=105\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The GBA would see its hardware refreshed with the SP and Micro models. These addressed the system's main complaint of a non-backlit screen.</p>\n\n<p>Though the system would struggle with 3D graphics, its capacity for 2D has left many to consider the GBA the best handheld game console on the market.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"nintendo-ds\">Nintendo DS</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $149.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: November 2004</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 2,048</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>When it was announced, there was a lot of confusion about the direction taken by the DS, or <em>Dual Screen</em> system. Players were confused about the need for an extra screen and the necessity of a stylus for touch control on the lower display.</p>\n\n<p>Many feared the DS would end up a gimmick system like the Virtual Boy, but the DS came out swinging.</p>\n\n<p>Though few games made full use of the touch feature, players praised the use of the bottom screen for puzzles, maps, and inventory management. Less messing around in menus made for more active play, and a huge library of titles meant DS owners never missed out.</p>\n\n<p>Even better, the DS had full backward compatibility with the GBA, making two handheld game console systems in one.</p>\n\n<p>Though not just one product, the DS line would become the second best-selling system yet. Selling 154 million units, a mere one million fewer than the PlayStation 2, the DS has been Nintendo's most successful console.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"switch\">Switch</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $299.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: March 2017</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 3,800+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The latest entry from Nintendo, the Switch took a <em>radical </em>approach from the efforts of Microsoft and Sony. Rather than pushing grounded hardware to its limits, the Switch understood that Nintendo had near full control of the handheld video games market at the time.</p>\n\n<p>Leaning on style over raw polygon count, the comparatively slow device was almost guaranteed success.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/f5uik5fgIaI?start=105\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>This was also the first Nintendo console to embrace the company's otherwise poor online systems. This meant that in addition to <a href=\"/en/games/genre/casual-games/\">casual games</a>, many offerings in the MMO and PVE spheres were finally playable on Nintendo.</p>\n\n<p>It might have taken Nintendo a while, but with the Switch, they're finally competing in the online console space.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"playstation-portable\">PlayStation Portable</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $249.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: March 2005</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Sony</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 1,370</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>With Sony leading the sixth generation of home consoles with the PS2, hyped players awaited what they could do in the handheld space. With hardware more powerful than what Nintendo offered, PSP games looked great.</p>\n\n<p>The console also boasted a broad library of both original titles and PS1 ports to choose from.</p>\n\n<p>Followed by the PSVita, the PSP series would eventually fall into obscurity. Before this decline, they showed the handheld world that competitors could exist too. Who knows, we might even see a new Sony device one day if we're lucky.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"sega-game-gear\">Sega Game Gear</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $149.99</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: April 1991</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Sega</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 300+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>During the late '80s and early '90s, Sega was one of the biggest names in the console market. With the Master System and Genesis, they offered the same potential as the other big names in the space.</p>\n\n<p>The only downside was fewer developers leveraging their system's power. When Sega released the Game Gear, the hope was that their performance in handhelds could match that of their console counterparts.</p>\n\n<p>Though the Game Gear sold well, it was also considered a misstep for Sega. Many of the games ported didn't fit the screen's lower resolution, and the device earned a reputation of being a major battery eater.</p>\n\n<p>If you could get around those limitations, however, the Game Gear had a charm to it.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"mobile-phones\">Mobile Phones</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: Varies</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: Varies</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Varies</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Released: 10,000+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>While hardly a dedicated gaming device, gamers can't ignore the modern size and scope of mobile gaming. Today, many games released on consoles are ported to mobile, and some that start on mobile make their way <a href=\"/en/blog/raid-going-cross-platform/\">to other systems</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Add onto this the capacity for mobiles to host game streaming systems like Microsoft's xCloud and Google's Stadia, and the mobile phone gaming space is definitely one to watch.</p>\n\n<p>Plus, there are various browser games you can play, many of which are not accessible on dedicated handheld gaming devices.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"nvidia-shield-portable\">Nvidia Shield Portable</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Launch Price: $299</li>\n\t<li>Launch Date: July 2013</li>\n\t<li>Developer: NVidia</li>\n\t<li>Total Games Available: 10,000+</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The NVidia Shield Portable was a step away from traditional forms of handhelds. Instead of only hosting games directly on the system, Nvidia also used streaming to bring titles to the system's display.</p>\n\n<p>Performed over the internet or home networks, latency was the Shield's biggest concern.</p>\n\n<p>Though there were a handful of games released on the system, most interesting to players was the Shield's streaming ability. With this ability, the Shield could access anything your PC could.</p>\n\n<p>Since PCs can access tens of thousands of games, this provided a significant title library.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"a-more-mobile-future\">A More Mobile Future</h3>\n\n<p>Whether looking at a direct game console like the Switch, or a more unofficial system like a mobile phone, the handheld market is bigger than ever.</p>\n\n<p>With the arrival and acceptance of 5G and the potential this technology brings, new handhelds could mirror the power of grounded systems, with continuously <a href=\"/en/games/category/new-games/\">new games</a> becoming available.</p>\n\n<p>As the long-time power gap between static and handheld game console systems diminishes, the advantages of handhelds mark them as a more convenient way to play.</p>\n\n<p>As for whether this could mean fewer people playing consoles and PC, that much we would doubt. The gaming town is big enough for everyone, and for a <em>broader </em>environment, that's a positive thing.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/handheld-game-consoles/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"These are the Top 8 Handheld Game Console Devices of All Time\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2019/week_7/18_Tablet.png\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-18\"\n}\n</script>","date":"11/18/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/handheld-game-consoles.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13551"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/best-mobile-games-2021/"},"strings":{"title":"The Best Mobile Games of 2021, Reviewed","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"720000","description":"<p>From what began as a fun little addition to cellular phones, mobile gaming has become one of the most important markets in the interactive entertainment space.</p>\n\n<p>Covering every possible genre and matching practically everything from PC and consoles, making a list of the best mobile games of 2021 is a difficult task.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>Putting in the work, our panel of experts have done their best to find something for everyone, no matter your tastes and demands.</p>\n\n<p>Like books, movies, and tv, the best for you depends on the individual, so all we can do is guide you in the right direction.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, in order to play them on mobile, you need to <a href=\"/en/games/category/download-games/\">download games</a> - as opposed to many PC games that are available to play straight on your browser.</p>\n\n<p>For this reason, many of us like to know as much as possible about a game before we go ahead and download it to our device, and this is where our guide comes into play. Read on to discover our 2021 mobile game choices.</p>\n\n<p>And if you are looking for the best device for that purpose, check our blog post about our picks of <a href=\"/en/blog/gaming-phone/\">top gaming phones</a>.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-the-brave:-inside\">For the Brave: Inside</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Puzzle Platformer</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: December 2017</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Teen</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Playdead</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 1,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: $6.99</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Inside is an oddity in the world of mobile games, going for a story that leans heavily into feelings of isolation and terror. Coming from the creators of Limbo, Inside tells a story of escape in a hostile world.</p>\n\n<p>Running from forces not truly understood, all the player knows is not to get caught, and that they might be more of a threat than they seem.</p>\n\n<p>Navigating the world of Inside is remarkably simple, with the game leaning more on puzzles and slow deliberate action than fast reflexes. This makes the occasional moments of terror all the more engaging, as you guide your character through the bizarre and fascinating world.</p>\n\n<p>Most of all, Inside tells <a href=\"/en/blog/best-story-games/\">a story through its gameplay</a>, and while we don't know for sure what that story is, we do know it leaves us deeply unsettled. If you want to both play and be terrified, Inside is easily one of <em>the </em>best mobile games of 2021.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-idle-success:-cookie-clicker\">For Idle Success: Cookie Clicker</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Idle</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: May 2019</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Everyone</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Dashnet</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 1,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/mAUChNR7VlQ\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>When it was first released on PC back in 2013, Cookie Clicker was the title that popularised the idle browser games craze. The idea is simple: click cookies, use those cookies to buy faster ways to get cookies, and continue this pattern until you have more cookies than atoms.</p>\n\n<p>It's a simple premise built on the idea of continual growth, and it's just as fun now as it was on release. With constant updates and an interface perfectly suited to mobile screens, it was inevitable that Cookie Clicker would be one of the best free mobile games 2021 has to offer.</p>\n\n<p>Even if just running in the background, the constant growth is <em>always </em>rewarding, as bigger numbers give rise to incomprehensible amounts of sugary treats.</p>\n\n<p>If you want to feel rewarded for little action then Cookie Clicker could be among the best mobiles games 2021 could possibly provide. Just don't be surprised if it leaves you hungry...</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-classic-platforming:-super-mario-run\">For Classic Platforming: Super Mario Run</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Runner</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: March 2017</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Everyone</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo EPD</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 300,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: 2016</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/yz-t7hRJnI0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https://mario.nintendo.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Super Mario</a> is easily the most famous video game protagonist, and now he's stepped out of Nintendo consoles as one of the best mobile games 2021 stores have for players to enjoy. As a runner game, players of Super Mario Run can simply press the screen to time Mario's all-important leaps.</p>\n\n<p>Traveling through a range of different worlds and challenging arenas, Mario never stops for anything, just so long as you guide him in the right direction... </p>\n\n<p>The game brings a consistent challenge, combining classic <a href=\"/en/blog/the-rise-in-popularity-of-retro-games/\">retro charm</a> with the modern mobile landscape. Whether you're a new player or a long-time Mario enthusiast, Super Mario Run is easily worth a look.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-one-more-round:-dead-cells\">For One More Round: Dead Cells</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Roguelike</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: June 2020</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Teen</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Playdigious</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 5,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: $8.99</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Ever since Rogue was released in 1980, developers have been trying to find ways to implement its ideas into more modern forms of gaming. With Dead Cells being one of the most challenging and yet not frustrating modern incarnations of this idea, it's a difficult title to put down.</p>\n\n<p>Dead Cells will be one of the best mobile games 2021 has to offer if you like randomly generated worlds with a slow sense of RPG progression. Make no mistake, though, this isn't an easy game, and you can expect to fail far more often than you succeed.</p>\n\n<p>Ultimately, the goal in Dead Cells is to escape the cycle of death as the player attempts an escape from their dreaded prison. This means customizing your character as you fight a range of different enemies and bosses while adapting to the changing item drops and threats as you go.</p>\n\n<p>Only the luckiest and most skilled will be able to confront the king, but for those who put in the effort, the game's place among the best mobile games 2021 provides is undeniable.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-speed:-asphalt-9:-legends\">For Speed: Asphalt 9: Legends</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Racing</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: February 2018</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: 10+</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Gameloft</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 50,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>As the latest game in a long-running series, Asphalt 9 had a lot to live up to. Taking cues from older console and PC series like Need for Speed and Burnout, the newest entry managed to do something not all <a href=\"/en/games/category/new-games/\">new games</a> can - taking what was already a strong formula and raising the bar even <em>further</em>.</p>\n\n<p>With four different game modes in classic, time attack, hunted, and slipstream, Asphalt 9 has players racing through fictional tracks in famous cities including New York, Osaka, and Shanghai.</p>\n\n<p>So, what makes this racing game stand out to the point where it's one of the best free mobile games on 2021 stores' list?</p>\n\n<p>Common compliments from fans include the <em>car modification options</em>, the enormous<em> sense of speed</em>, and the <em>over-the-top jumps.</em> Asphalt 9 might not be especially realistic, but for players wanting action first and foremost, a little arcade extravagance is nothing to sneeze at.</p>\n<h2\">For Battlegrounds Glory: PUBG\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Battlegrounds</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: December 2017</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Teen</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Proxima Beta</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 500,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Though Fortnite might have had the greater cultural impact on consoles, on PC and mobile, it's PUBG that remains the battlegrounds king. In case you're one of the rare people not aware, PUBG involves dropping up to a hundred players onto a single map in a battle-royale style fight.</p>\n\n<p>Over time, a blue circle of electricity slowly forces players into one central point, making action inevitable as one player or team strives to be the last one standing. Along the way, characters pick up guns, equipment, and vehicles, as they loot the environment and their enemies to get ahead.</p>\n\n<p>There's a reason the battlegrounds genre took the world by storm, and it's still just as fun on mobile as ever before. If the best mobile games 2021 can supply to you are those which raise your heart rate and leave you on the edge of your seat, PUBG is a must-play.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"what-is-the-biggest-mobile-game-in-2021?\">What Is the Biggest Mobile Game in 2021?</h3>\n\n<p>Though it's a tough competition, <em><strong>PUBG currently holds the reins for the <a href=\"https://www.pocketgamer.biz/data-and-research/77383/pubg-mobile-is-the-most-downloaded-mobile-game-worldwide/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">biggest mobile title of 2021</a>.</strong></em> This isn't surprising, given it's also one of the best mobile games 2021 players can enjoy.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-strategy-fans:-pokémon-unite\">For Strategy Fans: Pokémon UNITE</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: MOBA</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: September 2021</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: 10+</li>\n\t<li>Developer: The Pokémon Company</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 10,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Q3WMddjkuwM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>MOBA games often dominate the PC landscape, but they've always been tricky to get to work properly on mobiles. Countering this long-time truth is Pokémon UNITE, which combines 5v5 arena combat with the Pokémon creatures we all know and love.</p>\n\n<p>Like in most MOBAs, players in UNITE work to gain ground on their opponents, though this game has a much friendlier approach than most.</p>\n\n<p>Operating without a traditional scoreboard, the developers of UNITE wanted it to be a more relaxing and less toxic experience than its contemporaries, and their effort paid off.</p>\n\n<p>With 26 currently available Pokémon to play and many more on the horizon, UNITE is an already great game with massive potential for future growth.</p>\n\n<p>Fans of strategy games can't afford to miss this one, as it's not only a great Pokémon game, but it's also one of the best mobile games 2021 has yet seen.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"what-mobile-games-are-trending-in-2021?\">What mobile games are trending in 2021?</h3>\n\n<p>As with Pokémon UNITE, many of the biggest trending games are those with <em>established </em>audiences on other platforms.</p>\n\n<p>Games like PUBG and COD have a step up when it comes to moving to new systems, so it makes sense that they'd be considered as some of the best mobile games 2021 offers.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-fast-paced-action:-cod-mobile\">For Fast-Paced Action: COD Mobile</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: FPS</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: October 2019</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Mature 17+</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Activision</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 100,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Sometimes the best mobile games 2021 players can enjoy are tied to mobile systems. Other times, as with COD Mobile, some of the most entertaining experiences come from long-running PC series.</p>\n\n<p>COD Mobile was a game that many thought impossible to make great without console or PC controls. It's also a game that proved many players wrong.</p>\n\n<p>COD Mobile is still about the action, it's still about moving at break-neck speeds, and it's still about making sick no-scopes that make your opponents feel silly for challenging you.</p>\n\n<p>This is one of the most hardcore games on this list but if you're someone who thinks the best mobile games 2021 provides are those that test your limits, then COD Mobile is a must-play.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-exploring-an-open-world:-genshin-impact\">For Exploring an Open World: Genshin Impact</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: Adventure</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: September 2020</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: Teen</li>\n\t<li>Developer: miHoYo Limited</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 10,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>If you're talking about the best mobile gacha games 2021 has, then you simply can't ignore the revelation that is Genshin Impact. Heavily influenced by Breath of the Wild, Genshin Impact is a stylish title with a sense of scale few mobile games can boast.</p>\n\n<p>The game itself is built around exploring an enormous world and collecting characters to customize your team around. With these characters you complete quests, enter dungeons, and even play with others to combat challenging bosses.</p>\n\n<p>Considered one the best PC and console games in 2021, Genshin Impact is also seen by many as one of the best mobile games 2021 gacha fans can enjoy.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-chilling-out:-stardew-valley\">For Chilling Out: Stardew Valley</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Genre: RPG</li>\n\t<li>Release Date: March 2019</li>\n\t<li>Age Rating: 10+</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Chucklefish Limited</li>\n\t<li>Number of Downloads: 1,000,000+</li>\n\t<li>Price: $4.99</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Rounding out this list is a game that keeps seeing updates as it expands more and more. Stardew Valley is essentially a new take on a Harvest Moon game, where players work to expand their farm and build ties with their community.</p>\n\n<p>How is this fun? Well, some players might want to set the world on fire, but some might find the best mobile games 2021 delivers are those where you can settle back and relax.</p>\n\n<p>Whether tending crops, mining, fighting monsters, or romancing one of the town's inhabitants, Stardew Valley is not a game to quicken your pulse.</p>\n\n<p>Stardew Valley gives players a great way to slowly build up to something special, either alone or with friends, as you go from poor beginner to diamond-loaded expert. Whatever your choice, go at your own pace, and you won't be disappointed.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion</h3>\n\n<p>No matter your taste in video games, the above list should detail many of the best mobile games 2021 players can enjoy. From dropping in for a few minutes to spending hours on a long trip exploring a new frontier, you'll never be left wanting.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, this list only scratches the surface of the thousands of games on offer. If you're curious for more, be sure to check out your relevant mobile game stores for rankings, to see just how much deeper the rabbit hole goes.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/best-mobile-games-2021/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The Best Mobile Games of 2021, Reviewed\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/covers/general/10.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-16\"\n}\n</script></h2\">","date":"11/16/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/best-mobile-games-2021.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13545"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/what-are-args/"},"strings":{"title":"What Is an ARG? The Truth About Alternative Reality Games","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"420000","description":"<p>What is an ARG in the gaming world and how does playing one of these games differ from other ways of playing?</p>\n\n<p>This is an exciting type of game that mixes online and real-world activities to produce a unique approach where the gaming element is part of a wider narrative.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-does-arg-mean-and-how-does-it-work?\">What Does ARG Mean and How Does It Work?</h2>\n\n<p>The first point to cover here is that the full name of ARGs is <strong>Alternative Reality Games</strong>. This gives us a clue to what is an ARG and how they work, as they take place in the real world but with gaming elements that transport us to a different story and lead out on a sort of treasure hunt.</p>\n\n<p>- Does ARG mean you get a fake game?</p>\n\n<p>No, it simply means an experience where the real world is mixed with the digital world. You might find that the worlds become increasingly fused together, but it would be wrong to call it a fake gaming experience.</p>\n\n<p>Next, we need to consider what is an ARG starting point and how to identify one. They will often start with a real-life clue that players need to solve. This may involve cracking a complex code on a piece of marketing or looking for a symbol at a specific location.</p>\n\n<p>This stage may be incredibly difficult or it may be fairly simple, depending upon the target audience and the goals of the team behind it.</p>\n\n<p>After this, you need to use a mobile device or computer to continue. This could mean typing a code into a website or using an app on your smartphone to read a message. At this stage, the treasure hunt might end, or it could take you on to a further set of increasingly complex clues.</p>\n\n<p>An ARG will continue over different platforms and locations, often with a narrative that appears to make no sense at first. It can take a lot of time and collaboration between players to finally understand what is going on.</p>\n\n<p>What is an ARG without people working together, after all?</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-key-arg-slang?\">What Is the Key ARG Slang?</h2>\n\n<p>Now that we have covered what an ARG is, we'll also go over other phrases that are commonly used in this type of game. <em>Puppet-master</em>, <em>rabbit-hole</em>, and <em>TINAG </em>are some of the key terms to look out for:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"puppet-master-or-pm\">Puppet-master or PM</h3>\n\n<p>This is someone who runs an ARG, helping players while also setting up obstacles for them to overcome. They may remain anonymous throughout the duration of the game, staying behind the curtain by only interacting with players through the characters and the game itself. We can’t define what an ARG is without this person, due to the crucial role they play.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"rabbit-hole\">Rabbit-hole</h3>\n\n<p>lso known at the trailhead, this is the first point of contact for an ARG. It is usually a website, where you will find the initial details of the challenge and where there should be enough intriguing information to draw you in.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"this-is-not-a-game\">This Is Not a Game</h3>\n\n<p>Sometimes shortened to TINAG, this is a phrase that shows us an attitude that is prevalent in ARGs. The organizers and the players will often be of the opinion that this isn’t a type of game at all. What is an ARG if not a game? You could call it a real-life viral experience or something similar.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"viral-marketing\">Viral marketing</h3>\n\n<p>What is an ARG in terms of a viral marketing campaign? The truth is this can be an extremely effective way of letting people know about a new product. It may be obvious from the beginning what the product is, or it could be kept a closely-guarded secret until the very end of the challenge.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-arg-games-have-gone-viral?\">What ARG Games Have Gone Viral?</h2>\n\n<p>There have been some <em>amazing </em>examples of ARGs that have had huge levels of success in grabbing our attention. So what is an ARG example that got a lot of people really excited about? The following are some of the most memorable campaigns of this type.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"i-love-bees-–-halo-2\">I Love Bees – Halo 2</h3>\n\n<p>One of <em>the most </em>complex ARGs of all time occurred when the Bungie game Halo 2 was due for release in 2004. The trailer included a hidden message that encouraged viewers to check out the ilovebees website.</p>\n\n<p>From there, fiction and reality became increasingly blurred as that site had been apparently hacked by a type of artificial intelligence that had become stranded on our planet.</p>\n\n<p>The question of what is an ARG was still new at this time and millions of people got caught up in the game as jars of honey were sent out and players had to find real-life phone boxes to receive mysterious phone calls.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"durr-burger-and-loot-llamas-–-fortnite-season-five\">Durr Burger and Loot Llamas – Fortnite Season Five</h3>\n\n<p>When Epic Games got ready to release the fifth season of Fortnite Battle Royale, they went flat out to produce an outrageous ARG that got players all over the planet involved. The key to the whole thing was a rocket launch that included audio files with coded coordinates.</p>\n\n<p>A Durr Burger appeared in the desert in California and the agents investigating the incidents handed out cards with new clues.</p>\n\n<p>Loot llamas and other objects from the game then started to pop up in real-life locations, raising interest levels in the game to new heights and making many of us consider the question of what is an ARG for the first time.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"other-examples\">Other Examples</h3>\n\n<p>Overwatch by Blizzard Games also famously included a complex ARG for the launch of a new character called Sombra. Starting in 2016, this game began with a set of hexadecimal values in a video before a set of clues were revealed.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"what-is-an-arg-like-in-other-industries?\">What is an ARG like in other industries?</h3>\n\n<p>While ARGs are commonly linked to <a href=\"/en/games/genre/shooting-games/\">shooting games</a>, they have also been used successfully in the marketing of new movies such as The Dark Knight and A.I. Artificial Intelligence, as well as new music releases and brands from different industries.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"why-are-args-so-popular?\">Why Are ARGs So Popular?</h2>\n\n<p>Given the varying nature of the most successful ARG campaigns seen to date, it is difficult to state with complete confidence what makes a game of this type popular. However, there are some common factors in the most successful efforts.</p>\n\n<p>What is an ARG likely to have in order to become a success?</p>\n\n<p>The right length of time and difficulty level are <em>crucial </em>factors. It needs to engage fans but not drag on too long or get frustrating to complete. There also needs to be a worthwhile payoff at the end that makes it all seem like it was worth the effort.</p>\n\n<p>Crucially, gamers want to get involved in collaborating with others to solve the puzzles, building a team that gets the chance to bond while they try to work out the meaning of the puzzles they have discovered.</p>\n\n<p>Developers need to consider what ARG means to the community and how likely they are to work together. This is why the technique works well with <a href=\"/en/games/genre/mmo-games/\">MMO games</a>.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"the-future-of-args:-what are-they going-to-look-like?\">The Future of ARGs: What Are They Going to Look Like?</h2>\n\n<p>What are ARGs going to look like in the future? It seems certain that ARGs will continue to grow in popularity, in video game marketing as well as in the campaigns for other products.</p>\n\n<p>Fans love them, and marketing teams have seen that this can be a hugely effective way of connecting with their customer base.</p>\n\n<p>We can expect ARGs to head off in new directions, as the big brands try new approaches to keep the genre fresh and interesting. What should remain in place is that special blend of <em>excitement </em>and <em>community </em>feel that has made this type of game such a resounding success.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/whats-an-arg/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"What Is an ARG? 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This leaves players with a conundrum, however, of how to separate the best games from the pack.</p>\n\n<p>It's certainly a great problem to have, but it's a problem, nonetheless. This guide aims to address the issue of modern abundance, to sort out the best co op games that players can enjoy today, alongside a promising title arriving soon.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\t<p>What is \"co-op\" in gaming?</p>\n\t</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>So, what are co op games? In simple terms, these are titles that pit the player and a human companion against the world. Sometimes this can mean fighting off hordes of enemies in <a href=\"/en/games/genre/strategy-games/\">strategy games</a> or gathering resources in a desperate attempt to survive.</p>\n\n<p>Other times, co op games can be much more relaxed, with friends working towards a single creative project or goal.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-relaxing-–-stardew-valley\">For Relaxing – Stardew Valley</h2>\n\n<p>Developed almost entirely by one man, <a href=\"https://stardewvalley.fandom.com/wiki/Eric_Barone\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Eric \"ConcernedApe\" Barone</a>, Stardew Valley is one of those games with a simple concept pushed to fantastic heights.</p>\n\n<p>Designed around farming and inspired heavily by the Harvest Moon series, Stardew Valley is about planting and caring for crops, raising animals, mining, fighting monsters, and much more.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ot7uXNQskhs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The basis for Stardew Valley might sound silly, but in reality, it's one of the most relaxing co op games out there today. Expand your house, automate your crops, and enter village competitions to raise your profile.</p>\n\n<p>With your eventual goal of getting married to one of the town's eligible bachelors or bachelorettes, there's no hurry in Stardew Valley, and that makes it a perfect relaxing game.</p>\n\n<p>In co op mode, players can join in each other's farming efforts to help them along and to tackle the game's more demanding challenges. Together, you can cover twice the ground, and more quickly turn a farm from small to significant.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, effort here isn't <em>just </em>for playing nice, as players can also share in the farming profit, so everyone ends up better off. In addition to all these cool features, players can also mod Stardew Valley to make the co op experience go even further.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-creativity-–-minecraft\">For Creativity – Minecraft</h2>\n\n<p>Officially released back in 2011, Minecraft quickly skyrocketed in popularity. Now the best-selling video game of<em> all time</em>, Minecraft transcends barriers in many ways, including being one of the best co op games ever released.</p>\n\n<p>Looking at Minecraft, many players are quick to dismiss the title as simple due to its blocky appearance. Though this is only natural, such an opinion does a disservice to just how deep the systems in Minecraft run.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/MmB9b5njVbA\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Minecraft isn't only about mining and crafting, it also includes adventure, action, cooperation, competition, and setting foot in fantastical new landscapes and worlds.</p>\n\n<p>When playing in co op mode, what there is to do depends on how you and your friends want to play. You might want to build an enormous castle together, or simply clear out a communal space for creative building projects.</p>\n\n<p>You could also see how quickly you can get to and defeat the Ender Dragon, or level an entire forest. Fun in Minecraft is an expression of your creativity, where players get out what they put in.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-the-story-–-final-fantasy-14\">For the Story – Final Fantasy 14</h2>\n\n<p>As the <em>14th mainline installment</em> in the long-running <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPG</a> franchise, Final Fantasy 14 had a rocky launch. Originally seen as one of the worst co op games or <a href=\"/en/games/genre/mmorpg-games/\">MMORPGs</a> in general, the game underwent a complete redesign and relaunch as FF14: A Realm Reborn.</p>\n\n<p>Rather than the abomination that was the first attempt at the game, FF14: ARR was quickly regarded as not just a great MMORPG, but also a fantastic story-telling experience.</p>\n\n<p>Now even more popular than World of Warcraft, Final Fantasy 14 is considered a masterpiece in MMO storytelling, and as one of the best co op games, players can easily share this story.</p>\n\n<p>Each player in FF14 can play as any class, with the trademark heavy level of customization that every MMO player loves.</p>\n\n<p>In co op mode, players can work together through the story, to see the twists and turns and occasionally shocking betrayals. From here, they can also team up for dungeons, world quests, and specific achievement rewards like mounts and costumes.</p>\n\n<p>Just remember to consider having one person play a tank, to avoid that long dungeon queue time!</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>How much does FF14 Cost?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The complete game up until the end of the first expansion now costs nothing for new players, so the MMO's place in great free co op games is all but undeniable.</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>What are some free co-op games?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>For players looking for more free experiences, big names like the PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam storefronts can illustrate similarly great places to start. We recommend Warframe, CS: GO, Apex Legends, and Dota 2 as a start.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-adventure-–-deep-rock-galactic\">For Adventure – Deep Rock Galactic</h2>\n\n<p>With both mining and crafting, players might be forgiven for thinking Deep Rock Galactic is a Minecraft rip-off. A few rounds exploring the depths of the mining planet as one of the four customizable classes will soon tell you that this game is anything but.</p>\n\n<p>Deep Rock Galactic has the co op games philosophy born at the very core of its character, with each player taking a role that best suits them and their abilities. Whether gunning, engineering, scouting, or mining, everyone has a role, and if players want to compete on the harder difficulties, they're going to have to play this role well.</p>\n\n<p>A highly customizable experience, Deep Rock Galactic can be as hardcore or as gentle as you and your co op games PC buddies like.</p>\n\n<p>Boasting a fun art style, occasional moments of panic, and a button dedicated to cheering, this is one of those co op games that can't help but bring players closer together.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-classic-action-–-doom-2\">For Classic Action – Doom 2</h2>\n\n<p>Few games stood the <a href=\"/en/blog/best-pc-games-all-time/\">test of time</a> like the classic ID Software title Doom, and this is as true for co op play as it is the single-player experience.</p>\n\n<p>As one of the original biggest co op games ever released, Doom was built around moving at break-neck speeds while dodging enemy fire and laying waste to the demon hordes.</p>\n\n<p>Though all of the different classic Doom entries are great co op games, Doom 2 illustrates a perfect cross-section of challenge and approachability. Just be sure to use a modern source-port like GZDoom if you want to bring the game up to modern standards of resolution and frame rate.</p>\n\n<p>Get together with your friends and rip and tear, until it is done.</p>\n\n<p>Even better, while the Doom set of co op horror games were originally only on desktops, this limitation no longer applies. Today, the entire range of some of the best co-op games around can be played on PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and even mobile.</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Do I have to play with only a keyboard?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>No, you do not. As much as many of us played this way when the game was first released, the game was always designed for computer mice, so <em>don't </em>feel like you're cheating!</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-puzzles-–-portal-2\">For Puzzles – Portal 2</h2>\n\n<p>If you're a fan of puzzle titles or just <a href=\"/en/games/genre/robot-games/\">robot games</a> in general, then Portal 2 is a must-play. Built on the foundation set by the original Portal, the co op mode in Portal 2 exists separately from the single-player campaign.</p>\n\n<p>Here it includes multiplayer specific challenges that will push you to think in ways that no other co op games do.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/A88YiZdXugA\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Portal 2 is about finding ways to get both players to the exit through momentum, tricks, accuracy, and, of course, more than a few portals.</p>\n\n<p>This is one of those titles where each puzzle requires a careful approach, where the eureka moment is always satisfying, even if the implementation can be challenging.</p>\n\n<p>Though this is the type of co op games PC does best, thanks to a reliance on dexterous movement, players with strong controller expertise can also get in on consoles.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-the-hardcore-–-cuphead\">For the Hardcore – Cuphead</h2>\n\n<p>Cuphead has some of the most stylized and perfectly designed graphics in any video game ever released. It's also a game that thrives on difficulty, with its punishing levels and bosses at seeming odds with the game's cutesy retro-cartoonish style.</p>\n\n<p>As a 2D shooter, Cuphead demands its players work on their reflexes, learn patterns, and implement precise jumps and movement techniques. Set against this fast-paced action are the hilariously jaunty animations which scream character and a project born of passion.</p>\n\n<p>If you and your buddy don't mind co-op games that throw you against an ever-growing set of walls throughout this game, then Cuphead offers some of the best co op games challenges to come from the arena in years.</p>\n\n<p>Make no mistake, you won't complete this game on your first attempt, or your tenth, so players need to temper themselves before they adopt the mantle of the Cuphead.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-the-loot-–-borderlands-3\">For the Loot – Borderlands 3</h2>\n\n<p>Sometimes you want to loot, sometimes you want to shoot, and sometimes you want to do both. This is exactly what players can expect with Borderlands 3, a co op looter-shooter from Gearbox.</p>\n\n<p>As with the previous Borderlands games, players of BL3 can expect a strong comic book art style, larger-than-life characters, and, naturally, explosions.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/d9Gu1PspA3Y\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Borderlands 3 has players choose one of four classes on their quest to open the fabled vaults and collect as much loot as they can carry.</p>\n\n<p>In their way is the most eclectic group of baddies this side of Star Wars, and they want nothing more than to claim the Vault Hunter's hides for themselves.</p>\n\n<p>While BL3 has many strengths, key among them is the ability to customize your character and abilities to your specific form of play. Aided by semi-randomized guns, shields, grenades, and even quests in some instances, co op players of Borderlands 3 will never really know what to expect.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-platforming-–-unravel-2\">For Platforming – Unravel 2</h2>\n\n<p>If you grew up on platforming titles, then you might lament how uncommon 2D platforming games have become. Enter Unravel 2, which combines old-school 2D platforming challenges with a level of charm and cooperative spirit that few titles can boast.</p>\n\n<p>There's nothing in the way of direct combat in Unravel 2, rather the challenge comes from the maps and environmental threats that you have to avoid at all costs.</p>\n\n<p>Tied together by a thread, co op players in Unravel jump, climb, swing, and run for their lives away from the hostile world.</p>\n\n<p>Involving solid difficulty, puzzle elements, and the ability to occasionally hinder your partner (not that we ever would), Unravel 2 is a rarity in co-op games that we hope that gaming will eventually deliver more of.</p>\n\n<p>The only real downside for this title is that multiplayer is local co op only.</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>What are local co-op games?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>These are titles where the game can be played on a single screen, with the players right next to each other. While this can introduce an extra level of fun, it can also be prohibitive for some players when it's the only multiplayer option.</p>\n\n<p>With systems like Parsec or Shareplay, this limitation can sometimes be overcome.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"for-the-future-–-elden-ring\">For the Future – Elden Ring</h2>\n\n<p>The next big title from developer FromSoftware, Elden Ring is essentially a spiritual sequel to the Dark Souls series. As always, the main challenge in these games comes from playing them solo, but in Elden Ring, the game is based more on co op play than anything that came before.</p>\n\n<p>Taking place in a much more open world than FromSoftware's earlier releases, Elden Ring could be a great way to explore a mysterious landscape and confront unknowable threats together.</p>\n\n<p>At its core, it's one of the rare co op horror games, which could be a draw for enthusiasts of the genre. From what we've seen so far, players should expect to engage in a high level of character customization, with gear and stats reflecting your preferred playstyle.</p>\n\n<p>In co op, the level of flexibility that Elden Ring offers is likely to place significant importance on the synergy between you and your play partner.</p>\n\n<p>This could mean tank and ranged fighters working together, or it might manifest as two melee fighters doing their best to prove they're superior, it's up to you.</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Do I need to play the other FromSoftware titles first?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Elden Ring is set in its own world, so in that way, the answer is definitely no. That said, the other games are fantastic and might give you some insight into the new title's combat system, so they still might be worth a look.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"in-conclusion\">In Conclusion</h3>\n\n<p>Though these titles hardly illustrate a complete list of the best co-op games out there, they still easily make up some of the best the industry has to offer.</p>\n\n<p>Whether playing at the edge of your seat or sitting back and joking around with friends and family, the above games should have something for everyone, even if your partner isn't the gamer you are.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/co-op-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"10 Co Op Games to Enjoy with Friends\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/covers/general/2.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-15\"\n}\n</script>","date":"11/15/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/co-op-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13538"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/gacha-games/"},"strings":{"title":"Gacha Games Explained: From Random Rewards to Guaranteed Entertainment","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"540000","description":"<p>Gacha games have become big business in recent years. First popular in Asia but now a go-to option for mobile gaming fans around the world, this genre has built its reputation on uncertainty.</p>\n\n<p>Indeed, by offering random rewards and ever-evolving storylines, gacha games have captivated players of all persuasions since 2010. This guide will break down the basics of gacha and, in turn, explain why this genre has become an international hit.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-gacha-games?\">What Are Gacha Games?</h2>\n\n<p>Gacha games are, in many ways, digital versions of collectible card games (<a href=\"https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/spawn-point-collectible-card-games-beginners-guide\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">CCGs</a>). The best gacha games have <a href=\"/en/blog/rpg-elements/\">RPG elements</a> built into them. However, unlike <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPG games</a>, characters and special items are premade.</p>\n\n<p>In other words, you don’t need to do certain things to incrementally build up a character or item to make it more powerful. Instead, your character or item is ready to go.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/28ZE6X1vDkc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>This is part of the genre’s appeal. The average gacha game sees you battle against other players/characters and/or complete specific missions.</p>\n\n<p>However, instead of spending long periods of time building something capable of completing said missions (like an RPG), they’re already complete. This allows you to get straight into the action at full power.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"gacha-is-ideal-for-mobile-gaming\">Gacha is Ideal for Mobile Gaming</h3>\n\n<p>This dynamic is why gacha games are popular with mobile gamers. Mobile gaming is built on the idea that players can dip in and out at will. In essence, mobile gaming experiences can be more ephemeral.</p>\n\n<p>The games don’t need to have intricate storylines that are built up over long periods. The action should be instantly available which, in turn, means players can start and stop whenever they like. Thus, in explaining the gacha genre, we can say they’re <a href=\"/en/games/genre/casual-games/\">casual games</a>.</p>\n\n<p>That’s an important point to note. However, we need to go further and ask, what are gacha games and what makes them like CCGs? The answer is <em>random rewards</em>.</p>\n\n<p>You’re <em>required </em>to purchase a box or packs in a gacha game. These packs contain random rewards, such as the fully formed characters we’ve discussed. This is where entertainment and uncertainty come into the mix.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"creating-uncertainty\">Creating Uncertainty</h3>\n\n<p>RPGs require you to complete tasks in order to build a character. This adds uncertainty to the mix because you don’t know if you’ll complete enough missions to build the perfect character. This isn’t the case in gacha games.</p>\n\n<p>Instead, you purchase a pack, and you get a random, fully formed character. Depending on the game this character may be referred to as a \"unit\". You don’t know what unit you’re going to get. This element of chance makes things uncertain and entertaining.</p>\n\n<p>What’s more, the best gacha games have hierarchies. This can be represented in different ways, some games will use a star system, with 5 stars being the best and one being the worst. There are stronger units than others and this is what keeps you engaged.</p>\n\n<p>You’re not only trying to defeat other players and/or complete missions; you’re trying to get bigger and better units. However, because the rewards are random, you <em>don’t </em>know what you’re going to get.</p>\n\n<p>The only way you can get better characters or items is to play. Therefore, what you get is a system whereby you’re always in with a chance of getting the most powerful characters, but it’s also an experience you can start and stop at will.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"the-history-of-gacha-games\">The History of Gacha Games</h2>\n\n<p>Anyone who's been around gaming for a while will notice that the rewards in gacha games are similar to <em>loot boxes</em>. In theory, they’re virtually identical.</p>\n\n<p>In practice, there is a big difference: loot boxes <em>aren’t </em>integral to a game, whereas the packs and boxes you’ll find in gacha games <em>are </em>integral to your experience. What’s more, gacha games didn’t originate from the same place as loot boxes.</p>\n\n<p>The origins of this genre are important because it sheds some light on why random rewards are integral to these games. So, what are gacha games and where do they come from?</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"gacha-games'-background-in-a-nutshell\">Gacha Games' Background in a Nutshell</h3>\n\n<p>The genre originated in Japan back in 2010. It was inspired by gachapon (gashapon) vending machines that are popular in Japan and other parts of Asia.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/GuY1e19KzAY\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>These vending machines are filled with capsules that contain different toys. You put money in the machine, and it dispenses a random capsule.</p>\n\n<p>Gacha games work in the same way: you load up the game, buy packs, and get random rewards. It might not be a toy, but it is something that can help you in the game. The random reward can be anything relevant to the story.</p>\n\n<p>Aside from a game character, the reward could be a weapon or special powers, for example.</p>\n\n<p>The point here is that there are <em>dozens </em>of possible rewards, and you’ll receive one at random. The other point to note is that these rewards aren’t free. Like the toys you get from a gachapon vending machine, you need to pay for them.</p>\n\n<p>That means paying for it via in-game purchases. In technical terms, these purchases are known as <em>microtransactions</em>.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-microtransactions?\">What Are Microtransactions?</h3>\n\n<p>Microtransactions are in-game transactions. In other words, you’re able to buy something without exiting the game you’re playing. This means that gacha games can be described as freemium products, i.e. they’re free to download and play.</p>\n\n<p>However, to get the full experience, it’s necessary to make microtransactions. Therefore, the games are free, but they are premium products because you have to pay for something to progress.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"gacha-games-in-action:-what-makes-gacha-games-popular?\">Gacha Games in Action: What Makes Gacha Games Popular?</h2>\n\n<p>Looking at the best gacha games of 2021, you can see that they have some very similar features:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"collectible-characters\">Collectible Characters</h3>\n\n<p>Characters are the backbone of almost all the best gacha games out there. More characters don’t <em>always </em>make for a better game. However, the most popular gacha games nowadays feature a very wide variety of characters.</p>\n\n<p>As previously established, part of the reason these games are engaging is that there’s an element of uncertainty. If a game only contains three or four characters, there isn’t much uncertainty because it would only take three or four microtransactions to unlock everything.</p>\n\n<p>That’s why top-rated gacha games like <a href=\"https://thealchemistcode.fandom.com/wiki/The_Alchemist_Code_Wiki\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Alchemist Code</a> have 50 characters and <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arknights\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Arknights</a> has over 100. It’s also important to have some sort of grading system. Characters need to be strong in certain areas and weak in others.</p>\n\n<p>This, again, creates a sense of uncertainty and, in turn, a need to continue collecting new characters.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"stories-and-campaigns\">Stories and Campaigns</h3>\n\n<p>Many of the best gacha games have an RPG dynamic. There’s no use creating a random reward dynamic if players don’t have any reason to unlock them. This is where the RPG mechanics come in.</p>\n\n<p>For example, <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Another_Eden\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Another Eden</a> has an overarching storyline, but, it also includes some non-standard elements such as stories <em>within </em>a story. This allows you to slip into an ever-evolving matrix of plots, subplots, and missions.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"multi-player-experiences\">Multi-Player Experiences</h3>\n\n<p>Modern gacha games offer online multiplayer experiences. This creates additional layers of uncertainty, unpredictability, and dynamism. When you enter a PvP dynamic, there’s no telling what the other person will do.</p>\n\n<p>This makes it almost <em>impossible </em>to predict how things will play out which, in turn, makes your experience fresh and exciting.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"gacha-life-games\">Gacha Life Games</h3>\n\n<p>Certain types of gacha game contain an element of growth and evolution. To put it another way, you can find yourself in a living, breathing environment where settings and characters are constantly changing.</p>\n\n<p>These are known as gacha life games and offer a similar experience to <a href=\"https://tamagotchi.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Tamagotchi</a> toys, i.e. you have to look after a character/s by feeding them, caring for them, etc.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"gacha-game-tips-and-tricks\">Gacha Game Tips and Tricks</h2>\n\n<p>Gacha games might incorporate a certain level of uncertainty, but this doesn’t mean you can’t implement some strategies. In fact, with the right approach, you can get maximum enjoyment from your gaming experience.</p>\n\n<p>With this in mind, here are some gacha games tips you can use in <em>any</em> scenario:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"know-the-game-you’re-playing\">Know the Game You’re Playing</h3>\n\n<p>A common question in the world of gaming is \"What's the best <em>____</em> game?\", and gacha games are no exception.</p>\n\n<p>There might be no definitive answer to \"What is the best gacha game\" but there is one thing that's most <em>important</em>, and that is that you understand the game you’re playing, and how it works.</p>\n\n<p>Don’t dive into something and start spending money if you’re not sure how to progress or, more importantly, you don’t like it. The great thing about gacha games is that most of them are <em>free</em>. This means you can get a feel for what they offer before you start spending money.</p>\n\n<p>What’s more, you can learn the basics without committing yourself to the game financially.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"have-a-budget\">Have a Budget</h3>\n\n<p>Are gacha games bad? The answer is no, they are not <em>inherently</em> bad. However, because these games involve microtransactions, there is a danger of spending too much. If this happens, you could say that it’s a bad <em>experience</em>.</p>\n\n<p>As long as you have a <em>set </em>budget and stick to it, there’s nothing wrong with gacha games. The amount you spend will be a matter of personal preference. The main thing to remember is that you should only buy as many packs as you can afford.</p>\n\n<p>Once you’ve hit your spending limit, <strong>stop</strong>.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"time-your-purchases\">Time Your Purchases</h3>\n\n<p>The top gacha games have special events during which the items you unlock will be more valuable. These events are known as fests or fes. You don’t need to wait for an event to make purchases. However, at least some of your purchases should be made during a fest.</p>\n\n<p>Timing them in this way should allow you to get maximum value.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"playing-gacha-games\">Playing Gacha Games</h2>\n\n<p>There are plenty of gacha games out there. From Raid: Shadow Legends to Genshin Impact. Each one has its own unique story and takes on the gacha dynamic.</p>\n\n<p>As long as you enjoy the uncertainty of random rewards and you’re willing to make microtransactions, this is a great genre. Yes, you should be mindful of the amounts you’re spending.</p>\n\n<p>However, the nature of these games is such that you’ll want to invest <em>some </em>time and money into these ever-evolving virtual worlds.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/gacha-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The 7 Best Free PC Games to Play in 2021\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/casual/blog/illustrations/family-zoo.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-11-11\"\n}\n</script>","date":"11/11/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/gacha-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13533"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/konami-code/"},"strings":{"title":"The Konami Code - It Can Do Anything! (Almost)","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"600000","description":"<p>Since the earliest days of video gaming, cheat codes have played a central role in both gameplay and wider gaming subcultures.</p>\n\n<p>There is no shortage of culturally resonant and even iconic cheat codes that gamers the world over can recite from memory.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>There is \"rosebud\", the <a href=\"https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/how-to-cheat\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">money-generating cheat</a> from the first Sims games.</p>\n\n<p>There are the mind-bending <a href=\"https://www.usgamer.net/articles/26-04-2019-gta-san-andreas-cheat-codes-and-cheats-pc-cheats-xbox-one-cheats-ps4-cheats-xbox-360-cheats-ps3-cheats-mobile-ios-android\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">cheats from the Grand Theft Auto</a> game series, such as \"Kangaroo\" which allows your character to jump 100 feet in the air, or \"BSXSGGC\", which makes anything you touch explode instantly.</p>\n\n<p>Then there is the instantly recognizable god mode cheat that runs across all Bethesda open world games, activated by simply opening up the text box and typing in \"tgm\".</p>\n\n<p>While cheats of all stripes have had a significant impact on our cultural memory of video games, there is only one cheat code that stands head and shoulders above the rest, one that can confidently claim the status of being the most famous cheat code of all time.</p>\n\n<p>We are talking, of course, about the Konami cheat code. This is the <em>life-enhancing</em>, <em>strength boosting</em>, <em>level-clearing</em> cheat code that is so well-known that it has been imported into literally hundreds of bestselling games.</p>\n\n<p>But what is the Konami cheat code exactly? In its original and most widely-recognized format, the Konami cheat code goes as follows:</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A</strong></p>\n\n<p>This is the code that has saved millions of virtual lives, and helped countless gamers get through levels previously thought to be unbeatable. But what is the Konami code <em>used </em>for, specifically? For this, the answer is broad.</p>\n\n<p>Ever since it landed on our controllers in 1986, when the NES shooter game Gradius became the first to use it, the code has evolved and adapted.</p>\n\n<p>As we shall see further down below, the code has become so ubiquitous within gaming culture that it continues to be made available in games that the developer Konami has literally nothing to do with.</p>\n\n<p>Enter the Konami code (or one of its close variations) into your keyboard or controller, and what you get depends entirely on the game you are playing. You might get some extra lives or health power. You might be gifted a turbocharged weapon.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/u1ErSNGYB9A\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>You might be given the power to instantly vanquish an opponent, or spawn a new vehicle, or sink a battleship.</p>\n\n<p>Sometimes, all you'll get is a pop-up box telling you to stop cheating. Whatever the result, the Konami code was and continues to be a treasured and self-referential piece of gaming culture, as well as an occasionally useful resource.</p>\n\n<p>So how <em>did </em>the legendary Konami cheat code come to be?</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"history-of-the-konami-code\">History of the Konami Code</h2>\n\n<p>As you might have guessed, the cheat code first started appearing in games developed by the Japanese video gaming behemoth <a href=\"https://www.konami.com/en/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Konami</a>, the studio responsible for smash-hit franchises such as Metal Gear, Silent Hill, and Castlevania.</p>\n\n<p>More specifically, the Konami code first appeared in the 1986 NES shoot-em-up Gradius, in which you could pause the game and enter the code to instantly unlock various in-game power-ups.</p>\n\n<p>However, the code did not reach mainstream renown until a year later, with the release of the futuristic war game Contra, one of the most iconic early <a href=\"/en/games/genre/pvp-games/\">PvP games</a> to this day.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/m2day4a1Lww\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The game is notoriously difficult if you follow the story mode, which helped propel its reputation within gaming subcultures as an elite title.</p>\n\n<p>To help lay-person players actually progress to the next level, the team at Konami decided to throw them a bone by including the Konami code, which instantly gives you 30 extra lives if you enter the code at the starting menu.</p>\n\n<p>The buzz and lore around the Konami code began to gather pace later that year, when Nintendo included it in the \"classified information\" column of Nintendo Power Magazine, a monthly gamer guide that was a cult hit among serious players.</p>\n\n<p>From this point on, NES players began to treat the Konami code as sacred text, and it wasn't long before t-shirts, mugs, hoodies, and posters emblazoned with the code began to proliferate across Japan, North America, and beyond.</p>\n\n<p>The savvy team at Konami quickly caught on and decided to incorporate the code into all of their prestige game releases in the subsequent years.</p>\n\n<p>In the immediate years following the runaway success of Contra, NES blockbusters such as Life Force (1987), Nemesis (1990), and Parodius! From Myth to Laughter (1991) all contained the Konami code, cementing its position as a mainstay of gamer culture.</p>\n\n<p>The rest, as they say, is history.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"konami-games-that-use-the-code\">Konami Games That Use the Code</h2>\n\n<p>So, what is the Konami code used for? To illustrate this, it's worth looking at the Konami titles that are most well-known for including the code in creative and often contradictory ways.</p>\n\n<p>From head-scratcher <a href=\"/en/games/genre/strategy-games/\">strategy games</a> to gory FPS <a href=\"/en/games/genre/shooting-games/\">shooters</a>, the Konami code has come in handy countless times over the decades. Here are some of the top examples from games produced by Konami:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"dance-dance-revolution\">Dance Dance Revolution</h3>\n\n<p>The world's <em>most famous</em> arcade dance game, one that has caused countless twisted limbs to collapse under the weight of routines that require superhuman agility and flexibility.</p>\n\n<p>You might wonder how one could incorporate the Konami code into a game like Dance Dance Revolution, but the team at Konami certainly did a good job, with the code appearing in nearly all of the releases in this franchise.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/tPUJNyywC5A\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>In the second release of the series, entering the code on the title menu will unlock a secret \"super mode\" that is exceptionally difficult. In the 5th version, the code unlocks new pictures and characters.</p>\n\n<p>In Extreme, the code is actually embedded in the song Twin Bee, allowing you to stamp it out in real time to the beat.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles\">Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles</h3>\n\n<p>The TMNT franchise has always been self-referential and tongue-in-cheek, and its use of the Konami code in most of the Nintendo releases is a testament to this sense of humor.</p>\n\n<p>In Fall of the Foot Clan (Game Boy only), the code will replenish your energy to 100% when used, but it can only ever be used once in the entire game.</p>\n\n<p>Meanwhile, other games prefer you use the code to make you the butt of the joke. In The Manhattan Project, entering the code will display a pop-up message from Konami that reads \"thank you for purchasing this game\" in Japanese.</p>\n\n<p>Likewise, TMNT: The Arcade Game simply triggers the audio \"cowabunga!\" whenever you use the code. Hey, we didn't say the Konami code was always useful.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"silent-hill\">Silent Hill</h3>\n\n<p>The blood-curdling Silent Hill franchise is one of Konami's most revered and commercially successful creations, so it should come as no surprise that the Konami code appears frequently throughout the series.</p>\n\n<p>While the Konami code does actually give you something in Silent Hill, the utility of what you get is up for debate.</p>\n\n<p>In Silent Hill: Homecoming, entering the code before you launch the game will transform the character Alex into a younger version of himself from the earliest games, who will appear in all cutscenes.</p>\n\n<p>Meanwhile, if you beat the game once and then enter the code in Silent Hill 3, the character of Douglas will appear in his underwear in every cutscene. Whether that is a genuinely useful cheat is in the eye of the beholder.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"the-konami-code-in-other-games\">The Konami Code in Other Games</h2>\n\n<p>Given the near-legendary status attributed to the Konami code in wider gaming culture, it should come as no surprise that the code has been appropriated by other gaming studios and added to titles across all genres and consoles.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, the code has often needed to be adapted for its new terrain (for example, the \"A\" in the code is usually replaced with \"X\" for Xbox games). Nonetheless, other gaming empires have done their piece to keep the code alive.</p>\n\n<p>Here are some great examples of the Konami code in non-Konami games:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"bioshock-infinite\">Bioshock Infinite</h3>\n\n<p>The BioShock series has garnered a keen following among series gamers for the retro game easter eggs you can find in all of the instalments. Probably the most famous such nod to gaming culture is the use of the Konami code in the 2013 release Bioshock Infinite.</p>\n\n<p>Enter the code during the title menu and the game will automatically boot up the so-called \"1999 mode\", which is a retro version of the story mode that is more difficult than any of the existing difficulty settings.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"crash-bandicoot\">Crash Bandicoot</h3>\n\n<p>Good old Crash, everyone's favorite bandicoot. One of the most iconic and enduring stalwarts of gaming culture, several games in the Bandicoot empire make ample use of the Konami code.</p>\n\n<p>For example, in Crash Bandicoot: Warped, the code will unlock a secret Spyro the Dragon level that you can access via the title screen. 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Read on to find out exactly how to go live on Twitch and launch your gaming career.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"a-brief-history-of-streaming-on-twitch\">A Brief History of Streaming On Twitch</h2>\n\n<p>Founded in 2007 as Justin.TV before changing its name in 2014, Twitch is a dedicated live-streaming platform that is owned by <a href=\"https://www.vox.com/2014/8/26/6067085/amazon-twitch-tv-video-games-live-streaming-league-of-legends-dota-2\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Amazon</a>, which acquired the platform for $1 billion after an intense and highly-publicized bidding war with Google.</p>\n\n<p>Today, there are more than 9 million active streamers that use the platform, the vast majority of which do so to broadcast video game content. Twitch also has 27 million daily viewers, with a few channels peaking at more than a million live views.</p>\n\n<p>In the realm of video game streaming content, Twitch holds the overwhelming majority of the market share, with close to 70% of all video game live-stream viewing hours taking place on the platform. Trailing behind it is <strong>YouTube </strong>at 22% and <strong>Facebook </strong>at 11%.</p>\n\n<p>This is why knowing how to start a stream on Twitch is so important for any aspiring gaming influencer. By leveraging the reach and tools available on Twitch, you can connect with your target audience and with the global streaming community, and even get to know some on a personal basis with <a href=\"/en/blog/twitchcon/\">TwitchCon</a> events returning to physical locations.</p>\n\n<p>With that in mind, here's why and how to start streaming on Twitch.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"why-stream-on-twitch?\">Why stream on Twitch?</h2>\n\n<p>There are many practical reasons to learn how to start a stream on Twitch. One of these is the immense market share enjoyed by the platform, as we have already covered. However, this is not the only reason to learn how to stream on Twitch.</p>\n\n<p>Twitch is the ideal platform for streamers because it is very easy to use and offers a huge range of in-built tools and software that you can use to create perfect streaming content.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img alt=\"Twitch is very easy to use for newbie streams\" src=\"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2018/week_19/rage-5.jpg\" /></p>\n\n<p>Meanwhile, Twitch offers its streaming affiliates straightforward pathways to monetize their content, through ads, donations, and subscriptions.</p>\n\n<p>Crucially, the barriers to entry are much lower on Twitch than on YouTube, meaning that it is easier to begin streaming and making money from your content.</p>\n\n<p>In order to become a Twitch affiliate and start monetizing your content, all you need to do is broadcast more than 500 minutes of content within seven days, with an average of three viewers or more. That's it.</p>\n\n<p>Compare and contrast this to YouTube, where a gaming streamer would need to first attract 1,000 subscribers and rack up more than 4,000 hours of total watch time.</p>\n\n<p>It's also worth mentioning that the terms for monetization are more generous on Twitch since 100% of donations go to streamers and Twitch takes a lower cut of ad revenue than YouTube does.</p>\n\n<p>If you are serious about making game streaming a viable career option, learning how to stream on Twitch is the obvious choice.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-create-your-twitch-account\">How to Create Your Twitch Account</h2>\n\n<p>Before you can learn how to go live on Twitch on PC or elsewhere, you first need to create your Twitch account, which you can do directly from the Twitch website. First, you must make sure that you are able and eligible to be a Twitch streamer.</p>\n\n<p>For example, one of the most common questions potential streamers have is in regards to how old you have to be to stream on Twitch. The answer, by the way, is 13 years old.</p>\n\n<p>Remember that any user found to be underage when streaming content will immediately be banned from the platform for life.</p>\n\n<p>You must also make sure you are in a country that actually allows you to stream on Twitch.</p>\n\n<p>For example, Slovakia, China, and Russia all have active Twitch bans in place in 2021, so check that you can actually legally stream your video gaming content via the platform first.</p>\n\n<p>Now that we've covered that, let's quickly go through the step-by-step process for creating a Twitch account:</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"1.-review-the-twitch-community-guidelines\">1. Review the Twitch Community Guidelines</h3>\n\n<p>Thoroughly read through the community guidelines so that you know what kind of streaming content and behavior is acceptable and what rules you are bound to when creating content. Falling afoul of Twitch community guidelines can be exceedingly costly.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"2.-create-your-twitch-account\">2. Create Your Twitch Account</h3>\n\n<p>All you need to do to create your account is click the \"sign up\" on the Twitch homepage. Enter your email, username, password, and age information. After this, set up your safety and privacy settings and your payment platform of choice. That's it.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"3.-enable-security-settings\">3. Enable Security Settings</h3>\n\n<p>In order to successfully broadcast content on Twitch, you must have your two-factor authentication settings (2FA) enabled. You can only do this on a desktop, so head to your computer if you are attempting to create your account via mobile.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, you will need your phone handy in order to complete the 2FA setup, which involves sending a text code to your number.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"4.-begin-the-setup-process\">4. Begin the Setup Process</h3>\n\n<p>Now, all that you need to do is customize your dashboard, select your topic areas of interest, add or remove filters, and so on.</p>\n\n<p>Twitch allows you to really create a channel that is truly your own, so make sure to really explore those account customization features.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"best-software-for-streaming-on-twitch\">Best Software for Streaming On Twitch</h2>\n\n<p>Opening your account is only the first step towards learning how to stream on Twitch. You also need to download the right software for the job, to ensure high-quality streaming content without disruption.</p>\n\n<p>Your first option as a beginner is Twitch's in-house software solution, known as Twitch Studio.</p>\n\n<p>Available for both Windows and Mac, Twitch studio is an all-rounder which offers everything you need to get started, including guided onboarding, webcam detection, starter layouts, chat function, and custom backgrounds. However, this software will only get you so far.</p>\n\n<p>You should consider some other popular streaming software options that can help you elevate your stream and attract larger audiences. These include:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li><strong>XSplit</strong>: a popular paid solution that allows for simultaneous broadcasts and game-capturing tools such as slow-mo, reverse, and more.</li>\n\t<li><strong>OBS Studio</strong>: a free, open-source solution that has thousands of features, meaning it can take a while to master. However, it is worth it.</li>\n\t<li><strong>vMix</strong>: strictly for professionals, this is an industry-grade paid solution that allows for live mixing, <em>4K production</em>, and simultaneous streaming across Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"best-gamer-hardware-for-streaming-on-twitch\">Best Gamer Hardware for Streaming On Twitch</h2>\n\n<p>When getting ready to start streaming on Twitch, you also should consider using the right hardware for the job. Whether you wish to stream <a href=\"/en/games/genre/strategy-games/\">strategy games</a> or battle royale shoot-em-ups, the right tech can make <em>all</em> the difference.</p>\n\n<p>Here are the absolute essentials to add to your streamer shopping list:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li><strong>GPU</strong>: if you want to know how to stream on Twitch on your PC, a souped-up GPU makes all the difference to the quality of your gaming and how good it looks.</li>\n\t<li><strong>Webcam</strong>: your audience will want to see you while you are playing, so invest in a high-quality HD webcam and some good lighting.</li>\n\t<li><strong>Microphone</strong>: what you have to say is the main thing people tune in for, so make sure they can hear you!</li>\n\t<li><strong>Green Screen</strong>: when you have a green screen, your stream can take on any shape or form that you want.</li>\n\t<li><strong>Streaming Deck</strong>: popular with professional streamers, a deck allows you to easily trigger commands, adjust the lighting and sound, and more with just a flick of your finger.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-stream-on-twitch-on-pc\">How to Stream On Twitch On PC</h2>\n\n<p>For those who want to know how to stream live on Twitch on PC, there are a few pointers to keep in mind:</p>\n\n<ol>\n\t<li>First, make sure all of your hardware is connected to your PC and run a test on every single item to make sure it is working properly before you launch.</li>\n\t<li>Then, make sure all of your streaming software is actually connected to your Twitch account, which you can do by logging into Twitch and going to <em>Account > Settings</em>. If there are any video or audio sources you plan to incorporate into your stream, make sure that all of your assets are ready to go.</li>\n\t<li>Finally, check your Twitch settings to ensure that you have set everything to the optimum bitrate and upload speeds. Don't worry, Twitch will automatically recommend the correct settings for your device.</li>\n</ol>\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-stream-on-twitch-for-consoles\">How to Stream On Twitch for Consoles</h2>\n\n<p>If you want to stream content <em>directly </em>from your Xbox or Playstation, the process is not too different than with a PC. However, there are some important points to take into account:</p>\n\n<ol>\n\t<li>First, remember to download the Twitch app from the Xbox or PS store. Make sure to <em>connect your console to your Twitch account</em>.</li>\n\t<li>On Playstation, this is achieved by scanning an on-screen QR code when you launch the app. On Xbox, you connect via the 2FA system, so make sure your smartphone is nearby.</li>\n\t<li>Another point; when streaming on your <em>Playstation</em>, it is essential to go to your settings and switch off HDCP, as Twitch will not run if this feature is not disabled. On <em>Xbox</em>, you must go to your settings and head to the Game Content section, where you can enable \"You can broadcast gameplay\" to allow Twitch to function.</li>\n</ol>\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-stream-on-twitch-via-smartphone\">How to Stream On Twitch via Smartphone</h2>\n\n<p>Streaming from your smartphone might probably be the simplest method to do so:</p>\n\n<ol>\n\t<li>All you need to do is download the Twitch app and log-in to your account.</li>\n\t<li>From here, the only thing left to do is tap the \"Go Live\" button at the top of the screen, which will allow you to instantly launch a stream featuring both a camera feed and your mobile gaming feed.</li>\n</ol>\n\n<p>Now you're good to go! You can stream any of your favorite genres, from <a href=\"/en/games/genre/pvp-games/\">PvP games</a> to match-3. 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