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Welcome to the roundup of the new Android games that were released on the Play Store or that we saw the week before or so. Today I am pleased to announce the arrival of Dead by Daylight Mobile, a buggy but fun asymmetric survival horror game. I also have the latest point-and-click adventure from Jesse Makkonen, and a collectible app containing 30 games from the era of Gameloft mobile phones. So without further ado, here are the most notable Android games released during the week of April 13, 2020.
Looking for the previous editions of the summary? Find them here.
Games
Dead by Daylight Mobile
Android Police coverage: Asymmetric survival and horror game Dead by Daylight is officially available on Android
Dead by Daylight Mobile has taken its time getting to Android, especially since it was originally supposed to launch in 2019. While that release was never made, this week the game was finally released on Android, and it’s as flawed as you’d expect. Now, that doesn’t mean it’s not fun, as this is a buggy game on all platforms, so these issues really could be considered part of the game’s charm, kind of like Bethesda titles. Of course, Dead by Daylight Mobile has arrived as a free launch, so anyone can get in for free, though it’s still daunting to see that greedy monetization was added to what should have been a premium port.
Monetization: Free / No Ads / IAP from $ 1.99 – $ 99.99
Heal: Pocket Edition
Android Police coverage: Heal: Pocket Edition is a heartfelt adventure game that delves into the realities of dementia
Heal: Pocket Edition is the latest release from Jesse Makkonen, the developer behind the Distraint point and click adventure series. Heal plays similarly to the developer’s previous job, so you’ll walk the halls looking for clues to solve puzzles. What is different about this release is that it is a narrative adventure that does not contain much text, so the story will be transmitted through the game, which is definitely an interesting way to tell a story that revolves around dementia. Best of all, this is a premium version, so you won’t have to worry about in-app purchases or ads ruining your experience.
Monetization: $ 4.99 / no ads / no IAP
Gameloft Classics: 20 years
Android Police coverage: Gameloft has just released 30 classic games in one app to celebrate its 20th anniversary
Gameloft Classics is a celebratory launch featuring 30 of the mobile games of the Gameloft mobile phone era. While many of the licensed titles, such as Ubisoft games, are not present, there is a solid selection of classic games for mobile devices from the Gameloft library, and all are free. Now, supposedly, in-app purchases are included, though I haven’t come across a single IAP yet, so it seems like most of the content is free to browse without spending a dime.
Monetization: Free / Contains Ads / IAPs from $ 0.99 – $ 3.99
AVA – Tarot card game
AVA – Tarot Card Game is just that, a card game built around the theme of tarot cards. It will be your job to explore a fairy tale by interacting with the tarot cards to solve puzzles. As you solve these puzzles, you will unlock new cards that you can then use to help you solve new puzzles. Now, the art of the game is very eye-catching, and the gameplay is fun enough, though it surely would have been nice to see the game in action on the Play Store before spending money on it. Fortunately, the developer offers a gameplay preview on YouTube if you want to take a closer look.
Monetization: $ 0.99 / no ads / no IAP
½ halfway
½ Halfway is the latest puzzle game from the developer behind Cessabit: a game to relieve stress, a quality puzzle in its own right. Like Cessabit, Half Halfway is also a stress-free experience, as there are no timers or enemies in this game, and best of all, there are no IAPs or ads. Its goal is to guide the light elements to their destination, but since this is a quality puzzle game, trial and patient error are the key to success.
Monetization: $ 1.99 / no ads / no IAP
Beyond this side
Beyond This Side is a new release from Crescent Moon Games, and it’s a fun little point-and-click adventure game. The story revolves around a man looking for his wife, who has mysteriously disappeared, so this mystery must be solved. Throughout his journey, he will discover that things are not exactly what they seem, so he will plunge deep into a dark and sandy world to uncover the mystery behind his missing wife.
Monetization: $ 2.99 / no ads / no IAP
Secret Files 3
Secret Files 3 is another puzzle-based adventure game and the third release in the Secret Files series. Like the last two titles, solving puzzles is the main objective of this game, and since this is an older title recently transferred to mobile devices, the graphics have been improved for HD devices. There is easily 8 hours of game time in this version spanning eighty detailed locations, which should keep people busy for a good long time, making it a good recovery this week.
Monetization: $ 3.99 / no ads / no IAP
Revised edition of Agricola – Agriculture and strategy
Agricola’s revised edition replaces the previous version of Agricola as the license recently changed hands, making Asmodee Digital the new owner. Due to this change, former customers will have to purchase the game again if they wish to explore the latest digital edition. More or less, this is a solid strategy game that has agriculture as its theme, so if you haven’t played yet, now is the perfect opportunity to learn it. Sadly, it’s a bummer to see those who previously bought the title, but at least the game is now in competent hands.
Monetization: $ 4.99 / no ads / no IAP
Evolution: educational edition
Evolution: Education Edition is an early access version of the paid version of Evolution Board Game, a digital adaptation of board games. Since the developer chose to copy and paste the description of the free version, you’ll need to check out the What’s New section in the new Play Store list to see what this particular version brings. More or less, Evolution: Education Edition is the premium version of the Evolution Board Game for students.
Monetization: $ 9.99 / contains ads / without IAP
1978 Skatepark Pinball
1978 Skatepark Pinball is a release from Qualcomm Game Studios, so the game requires a device with a Snapdragon 865 and higher. Now, you wouldn’t think that a pinball game would require the latest hardware, but if you check the lighting of the game, you will see why the graphics can be demanding for smaller devices. So if you own a smartphone with a Snapdragon 865 then why not take a look at 1978 Skatepark Pinball? After all, it is free.
Monetization: free / without ads / without IAP
TITANS: free gems and 8x faster build time
TITANS looks just like your standard Clash of Clans clone, but what’s interesting about this release is that the developer has purposely changed the game to match that of a modified pirate release. This means that all of the game’s resources are free and never run out, so you can quickly build and grow your base and army with ease. So while there is little new here in regards to overall gameplay, it is quite interesting to see that this developer has defeated pirates by freeing resources for all players.
Monetization: free / contains ads / without IAP
Bullet Hell Monday Finale
Bullet Hell Monday Finale combines the gameplay of BHM Black with the progression of the original BHM, to create a game that should appease fans of the previous two releases in the series. Controls are swipe based, unsurprisingly, and the gameplay offers content for both novice and hardcore. So whether you’re looking for a tough SHMUP or just looking to spend your time with easy content, Bullet Hell Monday Finale has you covered.
Monetization: Free / Contains Ads / IAPs from $ 1.99 – $ 4.99
Vikings II
Vikings II is an early access release of Plug in Digital, and it’s a top-down shooter game where the goal is to hit, you guessed it, Valhalla. There are tons of enemies to shoot, and of course there are a lot of obstacles lurking, so you’ll have to level up your character often if you want to reach your celestial objective.
Monetization: free / contains ads / IAP $ 5.99 per piece
Hang Line2
Hang Line2 is an early access release and the sequel to the first two Hang Line games. Like the previous titles, you will climb the slopes of the mountains fighting from one rock to the next. Of course, I couldn’t help but notice that both the URL and the What’s New section in the Play Store clearly state that this is a geographic trial version, so it may not be available for long.
Monetization: Free / Contains Ads / IAPs from $ 0.99 – $ 19.99
Dungeon restaurant
Dungeon Restaurant is a strange little food service game where you will serve the monsters that live in the game’s dungeons. You’ll gain the necessary ingredients by venturing into the game’s dungeons, with the ultimate goal of creating your own successful restaurant. As you progress, your customers’ tastes will change, so you will continually have to find new ingredients (monsters) to keep your customers happy.
Monetization: Free / Contains Ads / IAPs from $ 0.99 – $ 24.99
Pet the dog
Pat the dog is a children’s television series that started life in Belgium but has since made its way to international channels, so of course a mobile game has been created to take advantage of the growing fan base. Overall, this is a shallow game and is played just like any other remote shooting game on the Play Store. Your goal is to fly as far as you can before hitting the ground, so the game is packed with in-app purchases that make this job so much easier.
Monetization: Free / Contains Ads / IAPs from $ 0.99 – $ 54.99
Sweet Sins Superstars
Sweet Sins Superstars is an early access release that clearly features adorable kawaii art. This is a game of rhythm, so time is the key to success. For the most part, you’ll spend your time tapping the screen to the beat of the game’s music, and these songs will get harder and harder as you go along. Fortunately, there are a variety of easy, medium, and difficult levels, so no matter your game skills, here is content for you to enjoy.
Monetization: Free / Contains Ads / IAPs from $ 2.99 – $ 54.99
Aura Kingdom 2
Aura Kingdom 2 is the latest free MMORPG to hit the Play Store, and it’s apparently the sequel to the first Aura Kingdom. Basically this is a generic MMO that offers great graphics, horrible monetization and of course auto-search and combat. So really, the game is played more like an idle clicker than a traditional MMO, but I guess that’s expected.
Monetization: Free / No Ads / IAP from $ 0.99 – $ 99.99
Dino Squad: TPS Dinosaur Shooter
Dino Squad: TPS Dinosaur Shooter comes from the same group behind the successful mech shooter Robots of war, but instead of riding a mech, you will ride on top of a dinosaur. Beyond that, the two games play very similarly, so you can definitely expect outrageous monetization and lack of support if you’re ever in trouble. So if you plan to spend money on this title, you have been warned that the developer has already built up a bad rap with the community thanks to his previous work.
Monetization: Free / Contains Ads / IAPs from $ 0.99 – $ 99.99
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