Multiplayer mobile games are a good way to stay connected with your long-distance friends or even just kill some boredom with friends that are near. And they’re super convenient because everyone has a smartphone these days, so you can still have fun gaming even if your friends (or you) don’t have a gaming setup or a console.
And luckily, a lot of games have multiplayer options, so you shouldn’t have trouble finding one. It depends on your tastes, of course, but I’ve rounded up the best games to play with friends across multiple genres. Hope you find something you like!
Marvel Snap
Marvel Snap had a bit of a turbulent year, what with being removed from the App stores and then released again, and then switching publishers… but you know what, despite the drama, this is still a great game to play with friends.
It’s a card game, but Marvel (as the name says) and it’s relatively quick and simple. There are three matches (you have to win two to win) and the matches last about a few minutes total, so you don’t need to invest a huge amount of time to enjoy it.
There’s a bit of questionable monetization which can be annoying but you can build your deck without that. And there are plenty of events and fun new cards to keep you entertained for a long while.
And if you enjoy card games, you should check out this list here.
Albion Online
If you’re looking for a game you can play continuously with your friends, somewhere to hop on every day for a few hours of fun, Albion Online is a good choice. It’s a sandbox MMO where there are no classes and you can trade gear and equipment with others. So, you can see why it’s so good for playing with friends.
It’s constantly updated with new features and it’s balanced pretty well, if a bit niche overall.
And if mobile MMOs are your thing, you can find my favorites here.
Genshin Impact
Genshin is a really popular game, one of those you can’t miss no matter where you look. And for good reason, honestly — it’s free, it’s open world and beautifully designed. It’s a gacha RPG MMO mix that you might just love. Best part — you can play it practically anywhere, even on your phone.
The gacha element might be annoying if you don’t like it, but if you do, then you won’t have any issues. And if you are a gacha fan, see some of my favorites here.
Mortal Kombat
This is another game that if you haven’t heard of it, you’ve been living under a rock for the past — oh, I don’t know, more than two decades at this point. It’s pretty much a classic game to play with friends, and now it’s been ported to mobile devices too, so you don’t need to have it on your console or desktop to have some fun.
It’s a bit different on mobile (3‑on‑3 fighting/card‑battle hybrid), but it’s worth getting into if you want to beat your friends with some of those classic finishers.
UNO
I mean, if you’re bored and want something all of your friends can play together, even if some of you are not gamers exactly, UNO is the perfect choice. You know how it’s played, you know what it is, and most people do, so just hop on whenever you feel like it.
And if you want something new and fresh but still familiar, UNO does offer events, new cards, different rules, modes of play and tons of new stuff that can make a classic game still feel fun and interesting.
Harvest Town
And if you’re into more cozy, relaxing games, then Harvest Town should work for you. It’s cute, it’s pixel art, and you and your friends can build your farms, decorate and interact. There’s a bit of mystery, a bit of dating the NPCs, and plenty of seasonal events and festivals to feel fresh and new.
You can’t exactly work on your friend’s farms like in Stardew Valley, but it’s still fun to enter guilds with your friends and help each other out.
If you enjoy farming games (or you already played Harvest Town and want something new), I recommend checking out these as well.
Soul Knight Prequel
If you liked the original Soul Knight, then Soul Knight Prequel might just be your next obsession. It’s a pixel-art ARPG that takes everything charming about the original and dials it up with proper classes, gear progression, and a full-blown multiplayer mode.
You and your friends can actually play together in real-time co-op with cross-platform support (Android and iOS), which is always a plus. You’ll build your own knight order, dive into dungeons, collect loot, and mix-and-match 12 advanced classes with over 100 skills. There’s even a seasonal content system, so there’s always something new rolling out.
So if you and your friends want something fun, chaotic, and loot-heavy to grind together, this one’s worth a shot. And if you like pixel art overall, check out some of the best pixel art games here.
PewPew Live 2
If you love bullet hells or twin-stick shooters, PewPew Live 2 is absolutely worth a look. It’s neon, it’s smooth (up to 120 FPS!), and it throws you into pure arcade madness.
You’ve got a bunch of different modes here, from classic survival-style waves to unique new ones like Partitioner and Ceasefire. There’s even a full campaign mode with bosses and a progression system where you unlock new ships and weapons by grinding XP.
But the best part is the real-time multiplayer. You and a friend can team up over Wi-Fi or online and blast through enemies together. It’s easy to pick up, hard to master, and dangerously addicting if you’re into chasing high scores or just blowing stuff up with style.
Bloons TD 6
If you’re looking for a game that’s both casual and weirdly intense, Bloons TD 6 is the one. It’s a tower defense game with monkeys popping endless waves of balloons, and yeah, it sounds silly, but the strategy runs surprisingly deep.
You’ve got a ton of towers, tons of upgrades, and enough variety to keep things interesting for literal months. Plus, you can play it with friends — up to 4‑player co-op, and it actually works well (once you hit level 20). It’s constantly updated, too. New heroes, events, and challenge modes drop all the time.
And if you love tower defense games, check out my top picks here.
Mario Kart Tour
If you want Mario Kart on your phone, Mario Kart Tour is exactly that. It’s free to start, with quick, arcade-style races on fun courses inspired by real cities and classic tracks from the main games. Perfect for short bursts of play when you’re on the go.
And multiplayer is finally here. You can race up to eight players live — friends, randoms, or nearby racers. There are different modes like Standard Races, Gold Races that are faster and more intense, and custom rooms where you can set up private races with friends.
That said, the online experience is mixed. Some races run smooth and feel like classic Mario Kart, but others suffer from lag, invisible hits, and rubber-banding that can be frustrating.
Looking for more mobile racing games? Check out my favorites here.
Wingspan
Wingspan is a beautifully designed digital adaptation of the award-winning board game where you and friends compete to build the best bird sanctuary.
The gameplay is turn-based, as you collect bird cards, gather resources, and build your habitats. It’s surprisingly strategic while staying super accessible, and the bird artwork is absolutely stunning.
You can play asynchronously with friends, which means no stressing over finding the perfect time to squad up. Plus, it’s a cool way to bond if you’re into nature or just want a multiplayer game that’s relaxing but rewarding.
You can also play it on your laptop, so it’s a great light game overall.
Among Us
Among Us is another multiplayer classic (and a night-with-friends classic). You’re little crewmates running around completing tasks — or, if you’re the impostor, sneakily sabotaging and taking people out without getting caught. It’s fast, it’s funny, and it leads to a lot of finger-pointing and trust issues.
The mobile version is fully crossplay, so it doesn’t matter if your friends are on PC, Switch, Xbox, or wherever, you can still all play together. And the updates made it even better. There are new roles like Scientist, Guardian Angel, and more coming soon. You can even filter games by roles and maps now, which is a huge quality-of-life boost.
TFT: Team Fight Tactics
TFT is another great pick. It’s Riot’s take on the auto-battler genre, and it works surprisingly well on mobile. You can play it solo or jump into Double Up mode, where you team up with a friend, share health, and even send units to each other. It’s a great way to feel like you’re truly playing with someone, not just next to them.
It’s a bit of a learning curve at first, especially if you’ve never touched League of Legends, but once you get into it, it’s super addictive. And with regular set updates and rotating mechanics, it stays fresh for the long haul.
GeoGuessr
If you and your friends like to flex your random trivia knowledge, GeoGuessr is the game for you. It drops you somewhere in the world using Google Street View, and your job is to figure out where the heck you are. Sounds simple, but it’s wildly addictive.
You can play solo, but the real fun is in the multiplayer modes. There’s Battle Royale, Duels, Team Play, and even Party Mode where you can send a link and compete with friends to see who has the best sense of direction (or the best guessing skills). Cross-platform play is a bit hit or miss—mobile doesn’t always sync perfectly with desktop—but it usually works fine for casual games.
One thing to note: it’s not free anymore. You’ll need a subscription to really get into it, but if geography games are your jam, it’s totally worth it.
Wordfeud
And yes, it might be a bit of a boring choice on the surface, but word games are surprisingly fun. Wordfeud is basically Scrabble, but mobile and asynchronous so you can take your turn whenever, no rush, no pressure.
You can have up to 30 games going at once, so it’s great if you’ve got a whole crew that likes to play. The custom board layout option also spices things up, and there’s a chat feature so you can brag or complain mid-match. The free version has ads, but they’re not terrible. And if you really get into it, the paid version is cheap and removes all that stuff.
Vampire’s Fall 2
Vampire’s Fall 2 is a turn-based RPG with a big open 2D world you can explore without annoying loading screens or random encounters. Character creation lets you pick your vampire clan and stats, which actually changes how you play. Combat is strategic but chill, mixing basic attacks with some cool vampire powers like Bite and Drain (bonus points for the moon phase mechanics that add some flavor).
There’s PvP multiplayer built in, so you can test your builds against other players and chat in-game without switching apps. It’s free-to-play with some optional purchases, but nothing that blocks the main story.
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