Online gaming is a broad term, but one of its significant features is online connectivity.
As the entertainment industry consistently incorporates technological advancements, more traits are being incorporated into the field. Online gaming, in particular, is one of the branches that has evolved over the past few years. It has expanded to include various options such as social gaming, mobile gaming, free-to-play, pay-to-play, and massively multiplayer gaming, also known as MMO gaming.
Nearly 25% of mobile apps fall into the games category. That’s 2.5 times more than business apps (the second-highest category) and four times more than entertainment (the fifth highest category). With people spending a greater amount of time on their mobiles, that too on social media, social gaming has experienced a considerable increase. According to statista, by 2020, social gaming is expected to account for 84% of the online gaming market. So it’s clear to say that this latest form of entertainment is here to stay.
Game developers such as Electronic Arts, Ubisoft, and Epic Games are some of the industry leaders who have recognized and banked on the growing online gaming segment. Several games are offering interactive and entertaining gameplay. In no particular order, here are some of the online games that are most likely to make your day more enjoyable.
- Fortnite
Who hasn’t heard of Fortnite? It’s the latest addition to the battle royale craze developed by Epic Games. The game consists of 100 players dropped onto a map which continues until there is only one player, squad or team left standing.
In a world of cartoon-like graphics, players must not only know how to shoot accurately but also build mega-structures and fortresses in an ever-shrinking safe zone. Fortnite further enhances the game’s hype by adding seasonal attractions to the game, creating incentives for players to keep coming back for more. And did I mention, it’s free to play on pretty much every platform?
- Critical Ops
A game designed for critical competitors, it’s bringing the world of esports onto mobile platforms. Critical Ops offers a challenging 3D first-person shooter mobile gaming environment. It allows players to experience the action first hand. Players must implement skill and strategy to overcome the terrorists.
Bring your friends on board through its multiplayer options.
Quick reflexes and tactical strategies are vital components of the game. The free-to-play game is available in three modes (defuse, team deathmatch, and gun game).
- PUBG
No list is complete without this game. Player Unknown’s Battlegrounds, or PUBG for short, has gained incredible traction in the online gaming world. The hyperactive gameplay revolves around the battle royale ideology. As players traverse through a cartoon-like world, they are grounded to the reality with the game’s realistic agendas.
Available on multiple platforms, players team up to fight epic 100-player battles. Powered by jaw-dropping HD graphics and superb sound quality, players are completely immersed in the gameplay. With so many features to choose from, there is no shortage of gaming options. Players are hooked from the get-go, and they can’t help coming back for more excitement.
- Just Dance 2019
One of the best online games for kids as well as people of all ages, it’s a game that actually encourages physical activity. Couldn’t get better than that, now could it? Oh yes, it’s quite safe, so no need to worry about parental supervision.
Just Dance’s online mode encourages individuals to dance alongside other players from all over the world to the same song at the same time. Simply hold your smartphone in your right hand while dancing so that your movements can be tracked. You can connect up to 6 phones so that you and your friends can dance to the same beat. It’s time to play your favorite music and start dancing!
- Gem Crush
Had too much stress for one day? Gem Crush, offered by Unlimited Gamez mo, can help you unwind. Like many other match-three games, slide and match 3 or more gem tiles. This engaging puzzle game will keep you occupied for hours.
Although there are no lives, a countdown timer starts with the first level. As a tournament game, players complete tasks and proceed to the next level. The game ends when you run out of time. Gem Crush can be played on any mobile device through a subscription plan.
- Clash of Clans
This strategy is a favorite among online gamers. Though there are in-app purchases, it is a free game that can be played on any device. The game has been around for a couple of years, but updates such as a more competitive Legend League as well as new features including Builder Hall 9 and Lava Launcher keep adding flavor to the game every now and then.
Go ahead and join a team of players. Train and raise your army through a variety of tactics. With the help of barbarians, witches and dragons, battle your enemy to prove your prowess as a member of your elite clan. Are you ready to fight clan wars to defend your fortress?
- Harry Potter: Wizards Unite
This location-based augmented reality game is just what Potter fans need. Much like Pokemon Go, players have encounters through a 360-degree advanced AR, which further enhances the 3D gameplay. Tap into your wizarding potential by signing up as a member of the wizarding world. So pick up your wands and cast spells in order to defeat the magic around you.
Add to the frenzy by working together with other players to defeat Wizarding Challenges and unlock rare content. Are you prepared to unite with fellow wizards?
- League of Legends
League of Legends is still a quite popular multiplayer online game. It’s wildly famous for its strategic thinking in the battle arena, combining RTS (real-time strategy) with the role-playing game element. This highly competitive, fast-paced game is designed especially for those who crave action. Options include a solo or co-op with friends. Players often use Lol boosting to get their ranks up fastly.
Players have access to the core game for free and can then buy various things such as in-game currency, extra content, or customizations. But more importantly, League of Legends fans can stream their games from a computer to their mobile device through a Wi-Fi or a 3G/4G connection. Now every player can stay in touch with their game whenever they want, from any location, with any device.
Now that’s what I call gaming!
Ready to play?
This is a small selection of some of the online games currently in demand. By no means are you limited to playing only the ones listed here. There are endless games available. But before you head on over to search for others, try at least one of them. It just may be that you end up getting addicted.