Nowadays, for many people, a smartphone has become an essential item. We eat, travel, and have meals together with it. A phone allows us to entertain ourselves, stay updated with the latest news, and communicate with others. It's not surprising that a large number of games have started to appear on mobile devices. Of course, not all of them can be considered high-quality, but there are true masterpieces among them. For example, in 2021 alone, there are many projects worth paying attention to.

Apex Legends Mobile

This game was released just recently. It is available on iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch platforms. Apex Legends Mobile is a battle royale shooter. Despite not being highly anticipated by the public, it managed to gain a huge fan base. As evidence, within just 3 weeks after its launch on the Play Market, the game was downloaded over 100,000 times. Although the project is currently in the beta testing phase, there is no doubt that it will become very popular.

Devil May Cry: Pinnacle of Combat

Fans of the series have been eagerly awaiting the release of the game on mobile devices since 2017. However, there have been no news or updates about the project for several years. The only glimpses available online were occasional small videos and screenshots. Judging from them, it could be concluded that the game would please the fans, as it already includes what they love: huge bosses, intricate combos, and stylish enemy takedowns.

Although the inclusion of PvP combat didn't sit well with some fans, the developers assured them that the project would cover all the important events and feature all the main characters from the series. Whether they kept their word or not, it will only be known in November.

Slay the Spire

This game has gained popularity on consoles and is set to arrive on mobile devices in 2021. The main feature of the project is the perfect blend of deck-building mechanics and Rogue-like elements. Thanks to this combination, it remains highly replayable for a long time. Players can progress through levels one by one and unlock new cards. They will have several characters at their disposal, each with their unique set of abilities. Additionally, the game offers daily challenges that provide additional bonuses. Considering that Slay the Spire has already proven itself on other platforms, there is no doubt about its success on mobile devices.

The Witcher: Monster Slayer

This game is practically destined for success. The Witcher community continues to grow each year, and there is no doubt that fans of the series will be interested in the mobile project. The game's story takes place long before Geralt's story. Players will become witchers and earn a living by hunting down monsters. Similar to Pokemon GO, players will have to move around real streets, parks, and other locations. Once an enemy is found, they will engage in combat and claim their trophy.

The game includes many elements from the "mature" version of The Witcher. Players will be able to brew potions, engage in character progression, complete story quests, and trade. In essence, The Witcher: Monster Slayer allows players to engage in all the familiar activities from the original series. Beta testing in Russia will begin in November of this year.

Warhammer: Odyssey

The medieval-themed Warhammer is not as popular as its sci-fi counterpart, but it is still a well-known universe. That's why a mobile online project was bound to appear sooner or later. An RPG for smartphones is currently being developed in Thailand. The estimated release date is still November 2021. The developers are confident that they will meet all the demands and wishes of the players. It has been announced that the game will feature a vast world with huge locations. The combat system will be challenging yet understandable, and class systems will be present. All characters will be tied to a specific class, meaning the progression of all abilities will be unavailable. Everything will depend on the player's choice of character.

The game's plot unfolds against the backdrop of a threat to the entire world, and the player must find out who poses the danger and destroy the enemy. Doing so will be enjoyable, as it is already known that the graphics will resemble those of computer games. At the same time, the developers promise to carefully optimize the game and make it accessible to most devices.

Total War: Elysium

Over time, the Total War series has evolved beyond the genre of historical strategy games. The developers conquered the Warhammer universe and even released the free-to-play game Total War: Arena. Now, the company has decided to try their hand at the genre of card games, and this decision has been positively received by fans of the series.

Total War: Elysium is set to be released in 2021. Players will have access to dozens of legendary and real historical characters. They can play as the great warrior Lagertha or take on the role of Napoleon. In any case, they must be prepared for endless battles, the victory of which will allow them to join the ranks of immortal heroes in the city of Elysium.

All card battles will have elements from the original game. Each commander has their own abilities and characteristics. The battlefields are divided into several regions, and the changing of day and night affects the course of the battle. Additionally, it is presumed that the abilities of units will be influenced by the terrain. In the end, it is not entirely clear what to expect from the project. Undoubtedly, the concept is promising, and it is definitely worth checking out the game.

Assassin's Creed: Blood Sail

Even the most ardent fans of Assassin's Creed are unlikely to know about the anime version of the game, which is only available in Asia. Beta testing started in China back in 2017, and only now has the company considered releasing the project on the European market. Overall, the game has a chance of success. It has borrowed much from Black Flag. Players will engage in battles as brave pirates.

Moreover, Blood Sail will certainly delight players with its beautiful graphics. After all, the project is being created on the Unreal Engine 4. However, what is unlikely to please is the freemium model of the game and its classification as an MMORPG. Considering the initial focus on the Asian market and the company's love for microtransactions, there are suspicions that Russian and European players may find it difficult to compete with gamers from China and South Korea.

Frostpunk

This project has been available to PC and console owners since 2018 and has gained great popularity. Gamers loved the concept of building a city for the last survivors in a frozen wasteland. The game's atmosphere was so appealing that many players could spend hours in front of the monitor. Such popularity led the company to release the game for mobile platforms.

If all goes according to plan, players will have the opportunity to rebuild civilization on their mobile devices as early as 2021. It is hoped that the developers will create a high-quality project since there are very few games of this genre available on smartphones.

ODIN: Valhalla Rising

From the title alone, it is clear which target audience this project is aimed at. However, not only fans of Vikings may enjoy this game. Valhalla Rising will be appreciated by all lovers of medieval battles, and this is largely due to the fact that the developers have digitized almost everything. As a result, the game's graphics correspond to the level of modern consoles, and it is easy to verify this by looking at screenshots online.

Beautiful scenery is not the only advantage. The game features expansive worlds where players can travel to Midgard, Alfheim, and other cities. Moreover, the world is completely seamless, with no loading screens. There will be no shortage of excitement in the game.

Players can travel on foot, ride animals, or even ride birds. The game has many NPCs with whom the character can simply communicate or receive quests. Overall, if the developers bring to life everything they have planned, players will have a project capable of captivating them for many hours and days.