There are plenty of quality Android games out there, and a large segment of these titles are ports and remasters from existing platforms, such as PC and consoles. While we've seen plenty of remasters, today's roundup is focused on direct ports of titles that can be considered classics. This is a list that's continually updated, and today I have 36 classic ports to share with everyone.
These games are the ones many of us grew up playing, and I've hand-selected the cream of the crop. So if you would like to check out some of the best classics on Android, this roundup is for you.
Dig in and enjoy! Bandai Namco's Ms. Pac-Man is so much better than the original Pac-Man. First of all, there is a bow on the top of the main character's head, which may be pointless, but adds a level of charm that is hard to argue against.
The second major difference will be clear when you start to notice that the game's stages turn different colors one after another. Also, the majority of mazes have two escape tunnels instead of only one. So while these may be only a few small tweaks, when added up, the extra layer of detail, for me, places this sequel above the original. The pixel-based graphics are as sharp as ever, and even though this is a game that requires a lot of grinding, I've never once felt hampered by the balance of this title.
This is about as classic as you can get when it comes to JRPGs, and as a portrait game, it works wonderfully for one-handed play. While I feel the later games suffer from the portrait orientation, II is simple enough that that one-handed play is almost ideal. If you've yet to play SotN, it's a beautiful 2D platformer that offers non-linear gameplay, so exploration is definitely encouraged. The primary campaign should take about eight or nine hours to beat, so it will take much more than one sitting to work your way through this release.
Of course, the game is listed in today's retro roundup because the Android version is a port of the PSP release, which was itself a port of the PS1 version. So even though there's new dialog and voice work, the pixel-based graphics have remained the same, allowing the game to retain its wonderful retro look. Titan Quest has had an iffy history on mobile, but it would appear that the latest developer connected to the mobile port is working on changing this.
While the original release is still available, I've chosen to list the newest listing that includes all DLC in the asking price.
It would appear that HandyGames has squashed many outstanding bugs, and so everyone is free to enjoy this classic as it was intended, in full and in working order. You'll get to fly through the skies while shooting down anything that crosses your path, and the controls are reliable, though there is no controller support, which means everyone is limited to the touchscreen controls. There are two difficulty modes to choose from, so no matter your skill level, you'll be able to enjoy this release.
Now you can play this classic from the comfort of your phone or tablet. It plays great using the default touchscreen controls, plus it also supports external controllers for those of you who require something more tactile.
The sequel to this title is also available on Android, having arrived earlier last year. The Android port has had a bit of a checkered past, what with Square Enix leaving it completely broken for over a year. Luckily it would seem the devs have turned a new corner, as a major update was recently pushed out that improves the controls, graphics, sound and adds in cloud saving support.
Plus, there are a couple of new areas to explore with the Dimensional Vortex and Lost Sanctum dungeons' additions, which should give old players something new to try out. Sega was able to do this by stuffing a ton of ads into these games. Luckily Sega has included a way for users to remove these annoying ads. Capcom has released quite a few classic games in the last few years on the Play Store. Ghost 'n Goblins Mobile is probably one of the more recognizable titles out of the bunch.
It most definitely is an improvement over the earlier Mega Man ports , so you shouldn't have to worry about any framerate issues.
Just keep in mind that this is a very difficult game, and the touch controls may not be accurate enough for some players. Company of Heroes is a popular real-time strategy game that was ported to iOS, but eventually, the game made its way to Android, and the wait was worth it. Not only is this a solid port of the classic that performs well, but the game itself is pretty fun, especially if you enjoy real-time strategy games themed around WWII.
While the small UI, lack of online play, and large price tag may hold a few people back, there's no denying that console-quality strategy games are hard to come by on Android, making Company of Heroes one of the best options currently available on the platform.
R-Type is probably one of the most well-known 2D sidescrolling space shooters ever made. I, for one, played it for many years on my original Gameboy thanks to a cart I scored while living in Japan. Not only is the level design fantastic, but each stage has a huge boss fight at the end that takes plenty of practice before you recognize all of its patterns. Plus, there's something to be said about the versatile weapon system that allows you to attach one of your guns on the fly so you can choose to shoot forward or backward.
It is a taxi racing game that tasks the player with delivering passengers under a specific time limit, which usually results in crazily driving around the city. It has a kicking soundtrack, and the timed arcade mode is perfect for when you only have a few minutes to spare but feel like taking a quick spin around the block. Atari may have completely taken a dump on the RollerCoaster Tycoon franchise , but that doesn't mean the earlier games aren't worth playing. As a matter of fact, RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic is still heralded as the best of the bunch, and it has a mobile port available on Android.
Sure, the graphics may not look that great when compared to newer games, but that just means it should run a wide range of devices, which is a good thing indeed. Streets of Rage Classic is just that, a classic arcade brawler from Sega.
A couple of years ago, Sega was busy publishing many classic games on the Play Store, and thankfully Streets of Rage made the cut. Of course, since this was a game built around physical controls, I would recommend playing with a bluetooth controller instead of the built-in touch controls, as the game can be challenging, so precision is necessary.
Luckily there is support for local co-op over wifi if you happen to get stuck on a boss. Interested parties can play for free, thanks to the title's ad support, and if you happen to find these ads are annoying, you can remove them through a single in-app purchase. The mobile version of Tropico exists as a port of the classic PC game Tropico 3.
It's a construction management sim where you get to rule over a semi-democratic banana republic. You can choose to rule with an iron fist, or you could decide to take a moral path to create an island oasis, which is what makes the game so fun, the number of choices available to the player.
So if you're looking for a AAA quality city builder that's available at a fair price-point, Tropico is indeed the game for you. The juxtaposition of children's animatronics and horror themes isn't exactly new, but throwing it all into a survival game appears to be a winning ticket when it comes to sales.
In this port from PC, you play a night guard for a Chuck-E-Cheese-inspired kid's restaurant, where the robotic animals come alive and stalk the halls once the lights are out. A limited amount of electrical power to watch the bad guys on your security monitors lends an extra element of scarcity to the freaky happenings, which is probably why this title is so popular with youngsters.
If you have yet to play Gunstar Heroes , you are definitely in for a treat. It is hands-down one of the best run-and-gun platforming shooters in existence, and this port stays true to its excellent gameplay.
Luckily bluetooth controllers are supported out of the box since the touchscreen controls don't do the game justice. Quick movements and fast shooting are very much necessary to make it through this one. Of course, if you're having a tough time, it's good to know that cross-platform multiplayer is supported over local wifi. It is a direct sequel to Pulstar , which was itself a close cousin to R-Type.
There are a few animated cinematics scattered throughout its gameplay, and its use of pre-rendered backgrounds allows for a very detailed game that still looks great today. So if you are looking for one of the best shoot 'em ups ever made, this is most definitely a top contender.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II took a long time to get here, but now that six years have passed since the first title in the series was released on Android, I'm sure plenty of gamers are eager to know how if the port of the sequel stacks up. It's fantastic. After testing diligently on an OP8 and Tabs S7, it's clear the game is optimized well. On top of this, physical controllers are supported out of the box. You can even unlock the framerate, which is handy for devices that support high framerates.
I'm telling you, it's a great port, and it's a heck of an RPG too. Knights of the Old Republic II offers a minimum of thirty hours of content that could easily stretch into a hundred. Phantasy Star Classics was originally released as Phantasy Star II under the Sega Forever moniker, but the game was eventually updated to add in the third and fourth titles in the series.
This means you can play all three games in this classic RPG series for free with ad support, and you can even remove these ads for each game through individual in-app purchases. Like many of Sega's ports, the touchscreen controls are a little rough, but luckily there is bluetooth controller support for those that really want to dig in. Waaaay back in the day, one of my first experiences playing a video game with a friend was with Kung-Fu on the NES, and Karateka Classic reminds me of that game even though it is an Apple II title from the creator of Prince of Persia.
Still, these games are very similar, and so it will be your job to fight your way through a horde of pesky guards, all so that you can save your girlfriend from the evil clutches of the warlord Akuma.
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Could you upload to e. It may help me figure out what is wrong. There's no available folder of such name in my device. Tried browsing around and can't find anything. The app is installed. It opens, allows me to choose the language and will suddenly stop when I start the visual novel. Okay, I'm done installing and trying all versions.
All of them won't work properly in Android 11, but they work just fine in older Android versions. Min taught me how to say I love you and said that it meant hi I can't this game is awesome wdhishdeuwijs I'm not very far in and it's only my first time playing but I've seen this game recommended a few times and it's already pretty nice! My first impressions were right. It the cutest and greatest thing. This game is amazing and all but I wish that you could spend more time on the relationship like more making out scenes.
Maybe you can have more senses of actually being together and you can show min finally standing up to her parents.. Thank you for making this amazing game. Glad you like it. Although I did not make it, I simply created an Android version as well as Web version. I know it is not. I do not use GPS or any other type of Google stuff or implementations of Google stuff on my phone, which is the one that I took pictures of.
Hello, I insalled the betabuild 4 and later uninstalled and installed betabuild3 onto my Amazon Fire HD 8, but both builds had the same problem that another user mentioned of hanging on the loading screen, going to black, and then crashing back to the home screen. I tried closing the app and opening it again, but there was no luck. It's most likely just the hardware I'm trying to run it on as an Amazon Fire is not a native Android device.
But if there is someway to resolve this and make a build playable on the Amazon Fire or if you know of anything I could do on my end that would fix the issue , I would be very appreciative. Thanks in advance. And thanks for your hard work of porting a great game!
It may help me with finding what is wrong. Here's a copy of what the log file said. I hope this helps! I get an error for renpysteam as well, however mine works. Seems the problem is with the screen, or drawing to it or something. They are named com…. Please uninstall the game before installing any of the debug versions to ensure it is a clean slate.
If it crashes please get a copy of the log. CTD in the loading screen. I think same as alexnz. I can replicate it to some extent on my phone too.. Not sure if an error, exactly. Game just hangs on initial loading screen for a bit, then black screens and app closes. This is on a Pixel 3a running Android What happens if you go back into the game?
I had something similar Pixel 4 Android 11 , where it would go black and just hang, closing and opening worked. It does the same thing I described no matter how many times I open it.
I've also tried clearing storage and cache too, fwiw. Love to see Butterfly Soup being made available on more platforms. Any word on the long awaited sequel? Run game. Now you can take the best visual novel with you everywhere! Web version may not run on phones. More information. Download Download butterflysoup-android-betabuild6.
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