Here's a scenario everyone can relate to: you're in a waiting room, on the bus, or on a lunch break and desperately want something to do. Thankfully, the iPhone has your back. The App Store has countless games that will keep you entertained no matter where you are.
If you have an iOS device, you'll never get bored. Whether you're looking for a cozy experience, an epic open-world adventure, or a port of one of the most famous video games of all time, you're bound to find something you like on your Apple device.
10 Pokemon Sleep Makes Bedtime Fun
A video game where you sleep? At least you won't be staying up all night playing it. Pokemon Sleep is a game that tracks your sleeping patterns and rewards you for getting high-quality rest. The more you sleep, the more Pokemon will visit you when you wake up.
During the day, you can spend time with your Snorlax, feed it meals, and increase its rank. The more powerful Snorlax gets, the higher the chance you'll find a rare Pokemon. Every morning you'll get a report about your sleeping habits, like how long you slept and whether you tossed and turned.
9 Genshin Impact Is A Zelda-Esque Adventure
If you like Zelda, this is the game for you. Genshin Impact is an open-world adventure similar to Breath Of The Wild and Tears Of The Kingdom. You're an adventurer exploring the vast land of Teyvat in search of your missing sibling. The world is brimming with secrets, puzzles, quests, and bosses. There's something new to find around every corner.
There are several playable characters you can unlock, each with unique abilities that open new possibilities for exploration and combat. There's even online co-op if you want to play with a friend. To top it all off, it's free to play.
8 Roblox Offers Endless Content
Who remembers playing with Lego as a kid? Roblox is similar but on a larger scale. It's a game creator where you can make your own video game or play someone else's creation. It launched in 2006, and the community is still going strong with countless games to play.
Whether you like platformers, first-person shooters, puzzle games, or something else, there's something for everyone to enjoy. There's even cross-platform support, and since you can play many of the games with friends, it makes for a great multiplayer experience.
7 Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Is A Solid Port Of A Classic Game
It's staggering to see a PlayStation 2 title run on an iPhone. Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is an open-world game where you play as CJ, a former gangster who gets sucked back into a life of crime after his mother is murdered. You can follow the story or explore the city and cause as much chaos as possible without getting caught.
This is a rare instance of a mobile port being better than the remastered version on consoles. Since the game’s original version has been delisted from Steam, the iOS version is currently the most accessible way to play it. Thanks to its controller support, it's a solid way to revisit this GTA classic.
6 Stardew Valley Is The Ultimate Cozy Game
Stardew Valley is perfect if you want a cozy experience akin to Animal Crossing or Harvest Moon. It's a farming simulator where you plant and harvest crops, go fishing, get to know the townsfolk, and explore the mines to fight monsters. There are even dating simulator elements that allow you to romance a villager and raise a family.
The game looks and feels great on the iPhone, and all the charm from the console version is here in full glory. It's an excellent choice if you need a relaxing game to help you unwind after a long day.
5 Five Nights At Freddy's Revolutionized Horror
With all the hype around the Five Nights At Freddy's movie, now is the perfect time to see where the series began. You're trapped in a haunted pizzeria and are forced to monitor the security cameras while the possessed animatronics slowly make their way toward your office.
FNAF was ground-breaking when it launched in 2014 because there was nothing like it at the time. The mysterious lore and sheer defenselessness you feel lead to some truly suspenseful moments. It's still scary even after all these years.
4 Plague Inc. Is A Chaotic Strategy Game
Have you ever wanted to take over the world? You can in Plague Inc. You're the creator of a deadly pathogen. Your goal is to release it, cause as much havoc as possible, and eliminate anything that stands in your way.
Plague Inc. is a real-time strategy game where you monitor the effects your plague has on the world and evolve it to make it more powerful. There are several ways for you to cause chaos, including creating a zombie virus that turns everyone into the undead or making a pathogen that brainwashes the entire population.
3 Geometry Dash Is A Fast-Paced Rhythm Game
Geometry Dash combines action-platforming with rhythm game mechanics to create an enthralling experience. You tap the screen to the beat of the music to make your character jump over obstacles. The visuals are simple yet eye-catching, with vibrant colors.
Where the game really shines is the soundtrack, which contains some of the catchiest songs in all of mobile gaming. The levels are short and engaging, occasionally throwing new twists at you to keep things fresh. It's a challenging game, but it's great at making you say, "Just one more try."
2 Heads Up! Is The Perfect Party Game
Here's an excellent choice for your next game night. Heads Up! is a party game where one person holds the phone away from them so everyone else can see the screen. Words will pop up, and your team has 60 seconds to get you to guess as many of them as possible.
The words can be anything from the names of celebrities to famous movie titles. If you want to mix things up, you can take on additional challenges like only giving clues by humming or doing silly accents. You can play it with at least two people, but it's also playable if you have a large crowd.
1 Minecraft Is A Legendary Video Game
Minecraft is not only the most iconic sandbox game. It's one of the most famous PC games of all time, and you can play it on your iPhone. You explore a boundless blocky world, collect resources, craft items, and build to your heart's content. If you can imagine it, you can create it.
Depending on the mode you choose, you can relax and take your time to build things or avoid enemies and try to stay alive for as long as you can. The iOS app is a great choice if you want an easily accessible version that you can take with you anywhere.