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Our in depth reviews of the latest mobile games help you find your next addiction. We provide a thorough analysis of gameplay, graphics, story, and more.

Edifier NeoDots review - "Noise Canceling for Days"When it comes to earbuds, I miss the days of having something wired in. Everything now needs charging and seems to be small enough to mistakenly drop when putting it in my pocket. Maybe I'm just old and want something that's not so easy to lose, but at the same time, I am impressed with how fast technology has grown over the years! The Edifier NeoDots is a really fantastic pair of earbuds that do a good job of focusing on the music. Looks ... [ MORE ]

Reviews | Pocket GamerDec 16

Eldrum: Black Dust review - “A satisfying and immersive text RPG”Explore a city in the desert and surrounding ruins in Eldrum: Black Dust. You play as a poor individual who finds themselves deep in debt to a criminal organization. Despite attempts to run from your debtors, you’ve been cornered and now have little choice but to do their dirty work until your debt is repaid. A good text RPG needs a compelling narrative, and the newest instalment in the Eldrum series doesn’t disappoint. Detailed on-screen descriptions meld perfectly with vivid illustrations and melodic background music to immerse you in a harsh and violent world. ... [ MORE ]

Reviews | Pocket GamerDec 16

Pine: A Story of Loss review - "It's about remembering"Loss is difficult for everyone, especially when that loss is of a loved one whom you have spent time creating a world with. Pine: A Story of Loss is just that - it explores the concept of loss and not wanting to forget the person who is no longer around. Pine: A Story of Loss puts you in the place of a woodworker who lives in the middle of the forest, isolated from any neighbours or surroundings. His day-to-day life is simple and consists primarily of work that needs to be done to keep his homestead afloat. The housework is simple - gathering water, gathering food from your garden, drying long grass in case your roof needs it... ... [ MORE ]

Reviews | Pocket GamerDec 13

Suzerain review - "Politics is a game"Depending on when you're reading this, you may or may not be experiencing a period of being angry at the people in charge of whatever land you happen to be located. Yes, it's getting harder and harder to distinguish politics from high school foolishness, but somehow the world endures. Still, some admiration should go towards folks who understand all the complexities of the headache that is the political system. The team at Torpor Games has tried to do this and created Suzerain. This is an in-depth strategy and management sim about trying to…"do" politics the best way that you can. With that, we're already off to an intimidating start. ... [ MORE ]

Reviews | Pocket GamerDec 13

Monument Valley 3 review - "Gentle story, fantastic puzzles"Monument Valley has been a big hit, with the first two really disrupting the puzzle space (in a positive way). There are a lot of high expectations when it comes to a third in a series, and Monument Valley 3 does meet all of mine. Monument Valley 3 takes you through a new story - one of hope, loss, and struggling to do stuff on your own. It's not necessarily a story-based game, as there is only a small amount of text between each level, but through subtle animations and the movements of characters, there is a lot of story that you can get. ... [ MORE ]

Reviews | Pocket GamerDec 10

Airoheart review - "A retro RPG plagued by poor design choices"Tensions are high in the land of Engard and war between the Bretons and the Elmers is brewing. Descended from both Elmer and Breton, Airoheart is destined to stop it. In this pixelated roleplaying adventure, you'll explore a vast world and battle enemies in real time. Airoheart: A Tale as Old as the RPG ... [ MORE ]

Reviews | Pocket GamerDec 9

NEO S Frost Edition controller review - "It's ice cold"Exclusive to the Apple Store, the NEO S Frost Edition is a rectangular controller with a frosty feel. The Frost is compatible with iOS, Android, Nintendo Switch, Mac, and PC and allows you to customize buttons and sensitivity. Featuring a beautiful winter-weather-inspired aesthetic, the NEO S Frost Edition is certainly tempting to the eye. Unboxing the NEO S Frost Edition ... [ MORE ]

Reviews | Pocket GamerDec 7

Edifier G5 BT Gaming Headset review - "Sound Modes make a Difference"Edifier is known for its great speakers and headphones, so when I saw their Edifier G5BT, I had some expectations with the brand. The gaming headset can connect via Bluetooth, making it compatible with phones and mobile devices, so I dove right in. When looking at the Edifier G5 BT, it does feel like the design was made with gamers in mind - the blue LED lights around the outside, the way the headset can bend to be stored away when not in use, and the metal detailing. ... [ MORE ]

Reviews | Pocket GamerDec 5

Mask Around review - “ A juice-infused roguelite platformer”Mask Around is a new 2D shooter platformer roguelite from developer Rouli, in which you explore vibrant levels as you battle enemies, collect the juice and unlock new perks. You’ll need every drop of juice you can get to overpower your enemies. It’s up to you whether you hoard your juice to unlock boosts or spend it on new weapons and other items. In Mask Around, you’ll make your way across colourful platforms, dispatching enemies, collecting juice, and unlocking new weapons and boosts. You'll start out with simple mechanics like jumping and kicking obstacles to break them. As you delve deeper, however, you'll come across new ones, such as operating levers to move obstacles and platforms. ... [ MORE ]

Reviews | Pocket GamerDec 4

PB Tails Crush Defender review - "The new king of controllers"Hardcore is the first word that comes to mind when viewing the PB Tails Crush Defender controller. This intoxicating beauty features a yellow metal body with a battle-scarred finish, highlighting purposely made scratches and dents that give it a worn look. The deep yellow body and metallic buttons immediately bring ClapTrap, the adorable robot from Borderlands, to mind. Synthetic rusting around the joysticks and edges of the device adds to its worn aesthetic. ... [ MORE ]

Reviews | Pocket GamerDec 3