Playing games on an Apple device is always fun. The smooth and lag free experience is definitely one to be enjoyed. Though it is a true fact that games are quite often released much later for iOS devices than on Android, it is always ensured that the game lives up to the standards which have been promised. On this note, let’s have a look at the best games which have been released on iOS in the year 2017. The following list of games is not a conclusive list and is not placed in an order of ranking whatsoever. These are merely the games which have fared really well on the platform and have been added to this list after considering several factors such as graphics, gameplay, storyline, and number of downloads etc. A download link has been provided after every game for you to download the game if you are interested.
LINEAGE II REVOLUTION![]()
The immersive gameplay and the attention to detail given in the game is sure to make this game one of the best MMORPG’s released this year. It can easily rival all the other games in terms of the soundtrack, high definition graphics, characters and of course the storyline.
The game has got several features included in it such as four different playable classes and heavily customizable weapons and characters. The rewards and point collection system featured in the game is also quite interesting. Lineage II Revolution is powered by an Unreal Engine 4. This has certainly boosted the graphics of the game to a whole new level. The attention to detail and the fun that you get while engaged in combat is just phenomenal.
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The multiplayer aspect of Lineage 2 Revolution is perhaps one of the most important reasons as to why the game is so amazing and fun to play with. The game allows the simultaneous connection of players from across the world allowing the game to be played in real time. The social component of the game is yet another stand out feature. It allows the players to create or join a guild in order to complete quests or raids.
Download the game at the official site
FIRE EMBLEM HEROES![]()
Fire Emblem Heroes is a strategic RPG developed by Nintendo. The game has created quite a mark in its particular genre and is quite fun to play.
The key aspects of this game include an epic quest mode where players will have to play the role of a summoner to call upon heroes from across the two kingdoms (Emblian Empire and Askran Kingdom) in order to save their Kingdom from complete destruction.
The game works on a strategic turn based gameplay which works very well for the game. Players can’t just win any battle by using random skills and abilities. The game requires that you think and plan your moves and use them carefully and smartly so as to win a battle. The game also features a lot of the original Fire Emblem hero characters from the series thereby bringing a sense of originality to the game. The several game modes which are available in the game are:
- Story Maps: Follow the storyline to finish the game.
- Training Tower: An avenue where you can take part in battle scenarios to increase your strength and understanding over the game and thereby have effective wins during combat.
- Arena Duels: This mode puts you in an Arena where you can battle different players from across the world. Winning battles in these duels will determine your ranks.
Download: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/fire-emblem-heroes/id1181774280?mt=8
POKEMON GO![]()
Our childhood was made memorable by an amazing television series called ‘Pokemon’. There would not be a single person out there who does not like the wonderful storyline and the absolute adorable and cute nature of Pikachu. Kids those days used to play Pokemon using trading cards and what not just to feel the excitement of it. It was therefore only natural that we were overwhelmed with joy when Niantic Inc. came up with Pokemon GO. It is the closest that we have been able to experience the pokemon world in its true form and the game had capture the attention of millions worldwide. The unique style of the game combined with the love that people had towards the wonderful series made the game rocket itself up towards one of the most downloaded games in a short span of time.
Capturing Pokemon in the real world was just thrilling and sometimes quite funny to look at from a different persons view. But nevertheless, the game had its lovers and still continues to do so. There is a specific reason that this game has been included in this list even though it wasn’t released in the year 2016. And what is that you ask? It’s a much needed update which will make the game one of the most exciting and fun mobile games that you will come across. The developers have been constantly rolling updates for the game but this might be one of the biggest updates that they will soon release.
The key highlights of this update is a PvP mode. You heard that right, you can now not only capture pokemon in the real world but you will be able to battle it out with players from across the globe or even with your friends.
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Another exciting update is the release of legendary pokemon. Niantic had earlier allowed some accounts to have access to legendary pokemon like Articuno etc. But in order to maintain consistency for all the players they soon revoked those legendary Pokémon’s from their accounts. However, it is now almost official that the next update would allow the players to capture legendary Pokemon However, just as it is in the original carton series, the frequency of appearance of these legendary pokemon would be very rare and this will definitely make the game more exciting.
So keep an eye out for the update to hit the game and start having those pokemon battles with your friends!
Download: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pok%C3%A9mon-go/id1094591345?mt=8
HEARTHRSTONE: HEROES OF WARCRAFT![]()
Hearthstone has been quite popular considering that it has been infused with some of the most wonderful elements of the ever famous game Warcraft. Blizzard has announced the game has over 70 million players across the world. The developers have tried a lot to keep the basic elements of the original series prevalent in Hearthstone.
Journey to Un’Goro is the fifth expansion to the famous game which was released in late April 2017. The expansion features a new card set which allows a total of 135 collectible cards. The set contains 45 neutral cards and 90 class cards with upto 10 cards per class. Each will get two legendary cards and one minion card.
The new expansion also features an adapt system which allows players to choose from the available adaptations of a card for a minion card. This will give the minion cards the ability to adapt to the situations during the game. The game has many loyal followers and is also one of the most popular downloads on the Apple store. It is therefore worthy of being mentioned in this list.
Download: https://itunes.apple.com/in/app/hearthstone/id625257520?mt=8
SUPER MARIO RUN![]()
Luigi and Mario. Two names that kids of the 90’s will never forget. A game that made us truly enjoy our childhoods by letting us use those joysticks and keyboards to help Mario save the Princess. But the evolution of technology and the old gaming consoles becoming obsolete the game itself started to be forgotten. People were more attracted to high graphics and violent games. But Nintendo inc. didn’t let that bother them. Early this year they decided to bring the ever loved phenomenal game of Mario to our fingertips. It was made accessible to all players across all platforms including iOS and the name itself was enough to make the game a chart topper within days of its release. Hats off to Nintendo for helping us reconnect with our childhood game. Nostalgia overcomes us the minute we step into the game which follows the same storyline and the same method of gameplay. It however must be admitted that they have made certain tweaks to the game so that it adapts to the standard level of gaming that hass been set today.
The game features six different worlds with the first one being made freely available to the players. The rest however, will have to be purchased in order to be played. They have also included many playable characters in addition to Mario and this is definitely one more attractive feature of the game.
Download: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/super-mario-run/id1145275343?mt=8
TRANSFORMERS: FORGED TO FIGHT![]()
Transformers: forged to fight is the latest game in the transformers series. It had gained quite a lot of attention and pre-registers before the game was officially launched and the hype that was created for the game turned out to be realistic and as expected. The various features of the game include:
- The entire collection of all the robots features in the original transformers series. Including all Autobots and Decepticons.
- Global events have been featured in the game in which players can team up with other players or with their friends to form alliances and battle in the event in order to successfully top it.
- The game allows you to set up your own base and fortify it as per your wish. This can be done in order to protect your base from being attacked by other players and from being looted. Players can also send troops in order to attack and loot enemy bases.
- A PvP mode has been infused into the game which allows you to battle it out with other players from across the globe in epic fights and it also allows you to launch special attacks in order to win the game.
The game has been developed by Kabam inc and is available on IOS devices having a 9.0 version or higher.
Download: https://itunes.apple.com/se/app/transformers-forged-to-fight/id1002635492?l=en&mt=8
MARVELS GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY , VOL 1![]()
“I am Groot”. Three words that played a huge role in us loving the Guardians of the galaxy. You guys seen Baby Groot? It’s the most cutest thing on the planet. However, that kept aside Telltale Inc. released the Guardians of the galaxy game for the iOS versions recently. The game features itself in episodes and so far only the first episode of the game hs been released by Telltale Inc.
The developers have stated that the game will be a five episode series and so far the game has managed to garner quite the attraction. The game features an immersive gameplay with quality graphics. It also allows players to choose from their favourite characters like star lord, Groot, Rocket, Drax, Gamora etc.
The graphics features in the game are extremely good and will require quite a good processor in order to be played. This is why the game is compatible for devices having an IOS verison of 9.0 or above, which loosely translated to the fact that you need atleast an iPhone 6 or Ipad Mine 4 or above to play this game without any lags or frame drops.
Download:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/guardians-of-the-galaxy-ttg/id1191949579?mt=8
CLASH OF CLANS![]()
Now you might be wondering why Clash of clans is on the list. Considering the fact that it’s been one of the most downloaded and favourite game amongst gamers for quite some time now. The reason why Clash of Clans is because of the new expansion that introduces in
the Builder Base. And the expansion pack brings along with several new interesting and noteworthy features which makes the game eligible to be on this list.
The new features which have been included in the game are:
- New Characters and new buildings to choose from in order to set up the perfect Empire.
- New troops have been introduced like Raged Barbarians, Sneeky Archer, Boxer giant, Bomber, Cannon Cart and a Hero Battle machine.
- Perhaps the most important feature. A classic player v player battle mode. Yes, now you can have PvP battles in Clash of clans and go head to head with other players. This just makes the game a whole lot interesting.
The game still holds on to the basic classic features that it had when it was launched. Players can still form and join clans and take part in clan wars against any other player in the world.
Clash of clans is one game you shouldn.t miss out if you are looking to have some fun.
Download: https://itunes.apple.com/in/app/clash-of-clans/id529479190?mt=8
DYNASTY WARRIORS UNLEASHED![]()
Initially released only for the Android Version, the game has now been brought forward to the IOS platform. Dynasty Warriors Unleashed is hands down one of the best hack and slash games that is there in the market right now? And the reason for its success? Well, there are plenty factor such as immersive gameplay, attractive and gruesome graphics, amazing soundtrack and one of the biggest highlights is definitely the number of characters that you can choose from.
Dynasty Warriors follows the same stroryline which has been adopted in the main series. The game revolves around the bringing together of the three kingdoms.
The game offers the player two modes to choose from. These include:
- Campaign: It follows the storyline of the game and can be quite interesting to play.
- Battlefield: A multiplayer mode where players can go against each other from any part of the globe. Intense fighting along with stunning graphics makes this mode an eccentric and adrenaline pumping style of gameplay.
One of the most attractive feature about this game is the number of characters that it allows you to choose from. There are easily more than 60 characters from all different classes from which players can choose.
Download: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dynasty-warriors-unleashed/id1131126249?mt=8
