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15 Games to Play on Your Phone to Pass the Time
From the world of Fortnite to Harry Potter.
By Gianluca Russo
With the social distancing and staying at home lasting for the foreseeable future due to the coronavirus pandemic, you're likely spending a majority of your time on your phone, scrolling the internet for the latest memes and enjoying the comedic wonders of TikTok. But if you've run out of shows to binge-watch on Netflix, there's no need to worry: Just look to the app store.
Whether you have an iPhone or Android, the app store is full of phone games to play to fit your mood: Want something to challenge your mind? It's there. Something adventure-filled? They've got it. A game where you can dress up characters in the latest trends and styles, fulfilling your fashion dreams? Yep. To help you pass the time and cure your boredom, here are 15 of the best games to play on your phone right now (and see even more ideas to play with friends here).
There's a reason Fortnite is so popular: It's seriously that fun. It also allows you to play with your friends from around the world, which is certainly a comforting thing to do during this period of self-isolation. Fortnite is free to download (though there are in-app purchases) and is perfect if you like adventure-type games.
Minecraft: Need we say more. Build an entire world using your imagination, all from the comfort of your bed.
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
If you don't own a Nintendo Switch and can't play the new Animal Crossing: New Horizons, there's no need to worry because Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is available to play on your phone. With the game, you're able to run your own campsite and interact with beloved characters such as Tom Nook and K.K. Slider.
Disney Jigsaw Puzzles
Doing puzzles is a great way to pass the time, but more often than not, you're down to the last few pieces and suddenly realize that you're missing one. Nothing is more annoying that that! But with Disney Jigsaw Puzzles, you'll literally never miss a piece and still get all the joy that comes with puzzling.
Into role-playing games? Stardew Valley might be perfect for you! Characters imagine themselves living in the country side with no cares in the world but farming and roaming. Stardew Valley — which is available for $8 — is like a role-playing version of Harvest Moon for those who can remember the days playing that for hours on end.
If you like Clash of Clans, you'll love Clash Royale. The app — available on iPhone and iPad — is multiplayer and and allows you to duel in multiple different settings. If you've ever wanted to live out your Gladiator dreams, now is the time.
Mario Cart Tour
If you're in the mood for a classic, Mario Kart Tour is here for you. By yourself or multiplayer, ride alongside your favorite Mario characters and pretend you're driving fast with the windows down since you likely can't actually do that right now if you're staying at home.
There are a plethora of word-centered phone games available out there, and Wordscapes is one of the best. With a 4.9 rating on the app store, it's no surprise so many people love it. You won't be able to put down Wordscapes and it's the perfect thing to play while listening to the new Dua Lipa album on repeat in the background. Be the intellectual Dula Peep wants you to be.
Made popular by Ellen, Heads Up is a go-to game that will help you pass the time with your family while you're all indoors.
Just because Freeform hasn't scheduled a Harry Potter marathon yet — but like...when is that coming? We need it ASAP, Freeform! — doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the franchise in game form.
Is there any better time to get back into The Sims than during this stressful time? Your old characters may be long gone by now, but there's no reason you can't start fresh with The Sims: Mobile.
Property Brothers: Home Design
If interior design is your passion or you just need some inspiration to redo your own bedroom, play alongside the Property Brothers in this mobile game.
Imagine waking up on a deserted island all alone, only to find that there's another puzzle waiting for you behind every palm tree. That's the premise of The Witness, an intriguing mobile game that is available for $10.
Covet Fashion
Ranked as one of the top fashion games out there, Covet Fashion puts your styling to the test. In the game, you build your virtual dream closet and dress your models up to perfection. It's truly every fashionista's dream come true (in video game form).
Kim Kardashian: Hollywood
While you're binge-watching Keeping Up With the Kardashians, why not live out your Calabasas fantasy through Kim Kardashian's official game? Dress to perfection, take over Los Angeles, be the red carpet star you dream — this game literally lets experience the Kardashian lifestyle, all from the comfort of laying in your bed wearing pajamas.
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