The Most Graphically Demanding Android And Mobile Games

Mobile gaming just keeps growing, and there is a lot more to it than Candy Crush. Everyone occasionally gets a lot more time on their hands, and those hands have often been used to play mobile games, which are now the most popular form of gaming (whether you like it or not). Some of the biggest series in the world are thriving on handheld devices, and developers are pushing the technical capabilities of phones and tablets to their limits.

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With the newest devices coming out with increasingly more RAM and powerful processors, there is plenty of power inside those tiny machines. You won’t necessarily need a top-of-the-range phone or tablet to play these games, but you certainly will if you want to see the best of their graphics. Just make sure you have a charger handy because these games will also rinse your battery.

Updated March 24, 2023, by Luke Ackroyd: There are now countless high-graphics Android games available, so narrowing down which ones to try next can be tricky. To help with that decision, this list of the best high graphics games for Android and mobile devices has been updated with even more incredible experiences. From realistic games to those with a beautiful art style, so many big mobile games will captivate you. These high GB games are stunning but also intensive and demanding on mobile devices. Luckily, as Android and mobile devices continue to improve, you can play a wide variety of games with the highest graphics without any issues.

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Bendy And The Ink Machine

Cardboard Cut outs At The Heavenly Toys Factory In Bendy And The Ink Machine

Bendy And The Ink Machine is a puzzling horror game that takes the innocent cuteness of a cartoon and twists it. You play as Henry as he explores the abandoned animator’s workshop, Joey Drew Studios, and things spiral from there.

The art style throughout the game is captivating and still holds up well on mobile devices, despite being graphically demanding at times. The gameplay is also quite varied, as you will get to enjoy combat, puzzle-solving, and stealth mechanics. Bendy And The Ink Machine is a creepy experience but a memorable one.

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Tropico

The Mansion And The City In Tropico

The Tropico series is a classic within the world of city-building, and now you can experience it on your Android device with this mobile edition. In Tropico, you are the new leader of a Caribbean island full of resources and potential. You get to decide how you will rule this land, often quickly falling into corruption. As your city grows, you’ll enact policies, build industry, encourage tourism, and more.

From the game’s visuals to its music, it is a wonderful experience. The game can undoubtedly get demanding once a sprawling city is set up, but it looks stunning and has adapted well to the small screen.

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Marvel: Future Fight

Thor And Captain America About To Fight Enemies On A Destroyed Street In Marvel Future Fight

Plenty of entertaining Marvel games are available on Android and mobile devices, but if you want to get into some chaotic battles, you should try Marvel: Future Fight. This action-packed RPG revolves around a message from the future, warning the world to prepare for a convergence of universes!

The game includes many of your favorite superheroes, such as Black Panther and Captain America. You can play with friends, battle countless enemies, and enjoy a thrilling storyline. The game looks great visually, and the variety of powers you can use is terrific to see too.

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Truck Simulator: Ultimate

Driving the Truck And The Player Seen Behind The Wheel In Truck Simulator_ Ultimate

Truck Simulator: Ultimate lets you begin your own company in various countries, complete missions, and even participate in races with your friends. There are many different trucks to drive, and the game looks incredible overall. Although it can be a heavy game to run, you can adjust the settings to help the experience remain smooth no matter what device you are playing on.

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It can be a bit daunting stepping behind the wheel of a mighty truck, but the controls are intuitive, and you’ll soon find yourself becoming a true professional, starting a fantastic career on the road. A lot of detail has been put into all aspects of this game, helping you feel immersed quickly.

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Little Misfortune

Little Misfortune Standing On A Wooden Bridge

Little Misfortune is a fantastic, story-driven game that follows a young girl on what might be the last day of her life. You help her make decisions, navigating a surprisingly dark, sinister world around her. It is a game full of various puzzles and challenges to navigate, with a twisted sense of humor throughout.

Little Misfortune might not be a massive 3D open world, but it still has utterly incredible visuals. There are many different locations with breathtaking scenery, characters, and art. Little Misfortune is visually impressive, with a captivating story and a lovely soundtrack. It is a wonderful experience that is still very enjoyable on mobile as it would be on PC.

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Need For Speed: No Limits

Drifting around a corner in Need For Speed No Limits

You can enjoy the Need For Speed series on your mobile with Need For Speed: No Limits. This stunning racing game has you attempting to claim the crown of the underground street racing world. The cars all look fantastic, and your mobile device can really handle the high-speed, graphically demanding races without struggling to keep up.

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The gameplay is simple to control on your phone but remains thrilling. There are classic races, time trials, and even moments where you must escape the police. With lots of new cars to unlock and a campaign to enjoy, it is worth jumping behind the wheel and taking Need For Speed: No Limits out for a test drive.

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Don’t Starve: Pocket Edition

Wilson Blowing A Horn Near The Beefalo And Willow Surrounded By Burning Trees In Don’t Starve Pocket Edition

For a brutal, unforgiving survival experience, you can try Don’t Starve: Pocket Edition. From fascinating mobs to encounter to mysterious artifacts and mysteries to uncover, there is so much to do from the comfort of a handheld device.

Don’t Starve: Pocket Edition has a simple art style but remains very visually impressive. The detail of everything you see on screen is beautiful, and as you generate new parts of the map, you have all the more to find and explore. You can build an elaborate home base with lots to craft and construct, which hopefully should help you survive for a few more days. If you are a fan of Don’t Starve on PC, you’ll love it on mobile too.

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The Sims Mobile

The Design Your Character Screen And Your First Home In The Sims Mobile

The Sims has had previous mobile versions, but the most recent release is The Sims Mobile. In this graphically-impressive Android variant, you get to design your Sim and help them restore a run-down house and turn it into a home.

Although there is not as much to do compared to The Sims 4 and the other main titles on PC, the mobile game is still a lot of fun. It feels very much like playing the Sims, with beautiful graphics, lots of customization, and even mini-games to try out too. If you want to be able to play The Sims on the go, then this game is for you.

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The Wolf Among Us

 - Bigby And The Mirror In The Wolf Among Us Mobile - Bigby Falling Out A Window In A Later Scene

The Wolf Among Us is a tense detective thriller based on the Fables comic series. The world of Fables is full of incredible characters, all based on fairy tales. They have had to flee their world and settle down in ours. But danger still lurks around every corner. You play as Bigby, the big bad wolf, who must investigate a brutal murder through five captivating episodes.

You are in for some really tough decisions to make in this fantastic game. It is a captivating story, all available on your phone. The comic art style is incredible and still holds up really well on android devices. If you have not had a chance to experience The Wolf Among Us, you need to download this game right away. You will not be disappointed.

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XCOM 2 Collection

Moving A Soldier Into Line Of Sight In Xcom 2 Collection Mobile - A Soldier Hiding Behind Cover

The incredible Xcom series has made it to Android and mobiles. You get the complete experience of this fantastic game, including all of the DLC. With all this content, Xcom 2 is one of the longer games you can play on mobile. You’ll be hooked from beginning to end, though.

Xcom 2 is all about rising up against your alien overlords and reclaiming Earth. You are in for quite an epic war against the formidable aliens. So, it is a good idea to have a few tactics prepared. Xcom is a tense, turn-based combat game. You need to plan out your moves, train your soldiers between missions, and do whatever it takes to stop the aliens before it is too late.

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Northgard

Your Starting Area In Winter In Northgard Mobile - Vikings Fighting A Dragon In The Game

Northgard, the real-time strategy game, has been ported to Androids and other phones and is a must-try for fans of Vikings and tactical war games. You play as a Viking clan battling it out to gain control over the realm of Nothgard. Not only do you need to conquer your enemies, but you must also defend against wild animals, mythical beasts, and the harshest of winters.

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You’ll have a blast trying out the different clans. They all have unique setups and abilities that drastically change how you tackle each battle. You might focus on researching lore with one clan. Another clan is better off setting up trade routes. There is a clan for you, no matter your play style. Northgard is a game with a lot of replayability, so the opportunity to play it on your phone is very welcome.

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Poppy Playtime

The Making A Friend Machine In Poppy Playtime Chapter One On Mobile - The Train Station In Poppy Playtime Chapter Two On Mobile

Poppy Playtime is an unsettling horror adventure game that takes place in an abandoned toy factory. You have snuck in and are exploring the facility but are not quite prepared for all the security measures… or the monsters that seem to lurk in the building too. This is a spooky game, with some creative puzzles and gameplay mechanics to mess around with throughout. Launching the GrabPack around to hack into electrical circuits is a lot of fun.

There are currently two chapters available on Android and mobile for you to enjoy. Both chapters are full of hidden details to discover. So keep your eyes peeled during your journey through this unsettling facility.

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Telltale’s The Walking Dead

Lee holding off zombies In Telltale's The Walking Dead

There are countless The Walking Dead games out there on both Android and other platforms, but few come close to the incredible Telltale’s series of games. You follow Lee and Clementine through multiple episodic seasons, navigating this harsh new way of life in a zombie apocalypse. The series is consistently outstanding throughout and well worth playing.

Now you can experience the thrilling and often tragic story on your mobile device! The game has a fantastic art style that makes you feel like you are stepping into the comic world it has been adapted from. You’ll need to be ready for many tough decisions that will impact the story, often with a limited time to decide.

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The Witness

Overview of the island In The Witness

If you are a huge fan of puzzles, you need to check out The Witness. This award-winning puzzle game is set on a mysterious island. You play as an unnamed protagonist who has just awoken in this strange place. Now you must navigate the island’s many puzzles to unlock more areas to explore.

It is a gorgeous game, even when shrunk down for smaller devices. It is full of scenic locations and vibrant colors. The lack of story allows you to focus on the captivating visuals. The Witness is a relaxed, lighthearted game you can enjoy on your Android or mobile device, but it still offers plenty of challenges beyond its colorful exterior.

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Injustice 2

Injustice 2 Cover Art - Batman Vs The Flash

A large roster of classic superheroes and villains come together to battle it out in this chaotic fighting game. Injustice 2 allows you to have Batman take on The Flash or any other DC character. There are many combinations you can try out, as there is even a three vs. three battle mode.

No matter who you prefer to play as you are in for an epic experience. The graphics hold up well for a big console game that has been shrunk down for mobiles. Each character has unique abilities that are incredible to witness. There is even an entertaining story to explore between each epic fight.

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Life Is Strange

Life Is Strange - Chloe and Max on the tracks - Max playing guitar

Life Is Strange is a fantastic episodic game. You take on the role of Max, a photography student who discovers she can rewind time. The game has a gripping story, compelling characters, and a wonderful art style. The game has been adapted for Android and mobile devices. It even has some unique mobile features, such as stickers and the ability to share your progress on social media easily.

If you haven’t checked out this fantastic story-driven game, you are missing out. You can play the first episode for free and then can purchase the rest of the episodes with a season pass. So, there is no harm in trying it out to see if this game is for you. It is quite a big, graphically demanding game, but worth it.

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Apex Legends Mobile

Squad Line-up In Apex Legends On Mobile

Apex Legends has made it to mobiles. It is a wild, action-packed battle royal shooter game, and now you can play it anywhere you want on your phone. Its graphics can be pretty demanding, so you might wish to dabble with the settings a little before jumping into battle. But on high-end devices, you’ll be in for quite an exciting experience.

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This version is a worthwhile alternative for those that are fans of the original game. It even has game modes unique to mobile, including new maps and legends to play as. You can team up with your friends or go at it alone.

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Alien: Isolation

The Xenomorph In Alien Isolation - Ripley Using A Computer In The DLC

Alien: Isolation is a terrifying experience. It perfectly captures a tense, horror atmosphere throughout. In this horror game, you take on the role of Amanda Ripley, investigating the disappearance of her mother and soon finding herself trapped with the deadly Xenomorph. This is a triple-A game brought to the smaller screen, so it is quite a big, hefty game to play. Make sure to check your phone can handle it first, but it is well worth experiencing.

The game’s interface has been tailored for mobile, making it easier for you to sneak around and craft items. This version of the game also includes all of the DLC, so there is plenty of terrifying content for you to enjoy.

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Dead Cells

Dead Cells Fighting Against A Variety Of Enemies

Dead Cells, by all rights, should be a game that people know based on its incredible gameplay. If you give this little-known title a try, then you’ll realize that Dead Cells is easily one of the better games on the market.

The fact that it’s released on mobile as well means that even more players can check out this masterpiece. Just keep in mind that touch controls might not be the best way to deal with the brutality of Dead Cells.

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Exos Heroes

The Heroes Standing In A Line Below The City In Exos Heroes

Gacha games are present across the board in the mobile video game market. After all, it’s one of the best ways to maintain a steady level of profit!

Exos Heroes is one of the most gorgeous gacha games you can try out on your phone. Just keep in mind that the grind in this game is downright frustrating at times, and having to spend real money to make any progress becomes a reality sooner rather than later.