It's one of the best strategy games you'll play on your mobile this year, and serves as a fantastic example of how to do free-to-play right for a core audience, without compromising on artistic vision or gameplay depth.

The most fun you can have destroying civilisation without becoming a government MP, Plague Inc. refines the Pandemic formula into a streamlined combination of strategy and twisted bio-horror.

It's a pity that simultaneous multiplayer didn't make it into the Vita version of Rayman Origins, but that doesn't stop it from being an unforgettable platformer from the mind of Michel Ancel.

Ridiculous Fishing may have a strange premise, but give it half an hour and it blossoms into one of the most innovative, well-balanced, and addictive games of the year.

A top quality blend of tactics and role-playing, with enough customisation options for enormous replay value.

A thrilling celebration of Mario's jump, packed with imagination and sharp level layouts. One of the best auto runners around.

A well constructed piece of adventure gaming, The Journey Down: Episode One is worth checking out even if you're not a point-and-click sort of person.

Heroes of Ruin is a landmark 3DS release, providing true online gaming that will keep you entertained from start to finish.

Donut County is simply stunning. It smashes together smart gameplay, simple controls, a ridiculous storyline, and a gorgeous soundtrack, creating a masterpiece of an easy-going puzzler. If you're looking for something with tons of depth and hours of gameplay, you won't find it here. But what you will find is one of the finest puzzle games you may ever play, and an experience that will stay with you long after the credits roll.

Light Byte is a fantastic colour-matching game that increases in complexity and fun as you play.

A mash up of old concepts in a brand new way. Even if the idea of a puzzle RPG makes you balk, you need to give this one a go.

A finely honed, deeply stylish 2D platformer that streamlines without dumbing down.

It might take a while to learn even the basics, but True Skate is a game about precision and practice that offers the greatest rewards to those who put in the hard work.

Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit is another chapter in an already fantastic game, with some quality of life improvements, new characters, and some new features added along the way. If you are a fan of Animal Crossing style games, this is one for you.

An incredibly slick kart racer that marks a new high point for iOS kart racers and stands as another exemplary console conversion.

A brilliant, funny, addictive game, Slamjet Stadium is fun on your own and spectacular with friends.

A wonderful adaptation of a brilliant board game. If you're into the hobby, then you should pick this one up right away.

I went into Wuthering Waves fully expecting to write it off, thinking it would be a pale imitation of the big one, but it just isn’t. It pains me to say, but it is better. Comparing it to another feels like an insult, Wuthering Waves is just really fun in and of itself. I will be playing more of this, and I wholeheartedly recommend everyone give it a spin. The gameplay is incredibly fun, it looks beautiful, and you don’t need to drop a penny to win. Also, you can pet and feed at least one cat. Probably should have led with that and saved myself the time.

Miniatures is a fantastic game for those looking for something heartfelt and emotional. It's a short but bittersweet experience that will play on your mind for days to come.

A harsh and unforgiving twitch tapper, Brutal Loop can't quite dig its nails in to make you keep playing.

A contemplative puzzle game that evolves the original with extra levels and high-definition graphics, despite the lack of any new gameplay elements.

A brilliant port of a brilliant game. VVVVVV on iOS is well worth a first, second, or third download.

Metrico is a beautiful, imaginative, and ingenious puzzle game with an original idea at its heart and some seriously sharp brainteasers.

A wonderfully violent and perfectly challenging shooter.

Her Story is a bold experiment in interactive storytelling, resulting in one of the best detective games ever made.

Pine Hearts has a good story, fun quests and lots of funny characters. It feels long and vast on mobile - creating something that's well worth sinking your time into.

Twee and delightful, Kumo Lumo is a gorgeous game that shows how simple doesn't have to mean bland.

The best Pokemon game so far. Combines the addictive elements of the originals with the latest graphics to great effect. Just don't mention the Pokewalker.