Mobile gaming was better than ever in 2022, as big names made even bigger moves in that space to deliver all kinds of interactive entertainment to small screens.
Mobile games are perhaps one of the most versatile and convenient works of interactive art that you'll ever experience, and in 2022, there was no shortage of quality games to enjoy on your iPad or your iPhone, reports GameSpot.
With modern iOS hardware boasting excellent specs, developers spent the year cracking out titles that took full advantage of Apple's impressive gear and delivered titles that didn't only look fantastic on those smaller screens, but took advantage of their unique strengths as well.
In the mobile gaming scene, Apple Arcade has proven to be excellent value for money, more indie developers have retooled their titles to work on iOS, and cloud gaming has had some ups and downs.
Dicey Dungeons
Dicey Dungeons may have debuted on console and PC first, but on iOS, it feels right at home thanks to some clever tweaks that take advantage of the iPhone and iPad real estate. The wait has paid off, as this version of the game feels perfectly polished, looks wonderfully vibrant, and doesn't skip a beat with touch controls that makes its blend of puzzles and roguelite action feel superb.
Metascore: 98
Poinpy
Some of the best mobile games are the ones that require minimal input from its user. Poinpy nails that idea, focusing on timing instead of complex controls as you hurl your adorable protagonist onwards and upwards through a vibrant world full of fruit, frogs, and giant gaping maws.
Metascore: 87
Streets of Rage 4
Streets of Rage 4 is nothing less than a lovingly crafted beat-'em-up that mixes rock-solid action with stunning art direction and a soundtrack that adds an extra touch of elegant violence to each blow.
Managing to fuse old and new school sensibilities together, this retro comeback is easily digestible fun that doesn't overstay its welcome.
Metascore: 86
Marvel Snap
The beauty of Marvel Snap is that it focuses on fast and accessible card-battling fun. It's all about snack-sized moments of fun; it feels rewarding even when you're losing; and its simple setup makes it easy to get to grips with.
If you're looking for a deckbuilding game that you can easily have a few rounds of fun in while on a bus ride or during a lunch break, this engaging game will snap up all of your attention.
Metascore: 85
Dungeons of Dreadrock
What happens when you mix dungeon crawling with puzzles? You get Dungeons of Dreadrock, a game that looks like it was inspired by Game Boy Advance Legend of Zelda titles with its visuals.
A hundred dangerous basement levels await you in this quirky descent, with each puzzle feeling like a well-designed conundrum amidst some well-executed action.
Metascore: 83
