These are the top two-player mobile games you can play on your phone, on separate phones or over the Internet!
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Are you bored at work? Perhaps you are looking for ways to relax while on vacation. Two-player mobile games are a great way to spend your time, no matter where you are or what you are doing.
With that in mind, here’s a list of the top two-player mobile games you can play on one device, different phones or over the Internet.
You can play two-player games on the same device
These two-player mobile games allow you to play with another person on the same device, so you don’t have to worry about connecting online or setting up a Bluetooth connection.
1. Boxes and dots
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Genre: Strategy
Dots and Boxes transforms a classic childhood pen-and paper game into a fun way to spend time on your phone. Local multiplayer allows two players to play the game on the same Android and iOS device.
Its offline functionality makes it convenient even if you don’t have Wi-Fi. It’s simple and addictive, but it is also competitive.
iOS (Free)
2. Crossy Road
Genre: Arcade
Crossy Road is inspired by the retro classic Frogger and delivers the same addictive, frustrating gameplay with a fun block aesthetic. You can play with two players on the same device by using split-screen input.
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You can both compete with and sabotage the opponent simultaneously. You can also play the game on Android TV.
iOS (Free)
3. Glow Hockey 2
Genre: Arcade
Glow Hockey 2, which brings air hockey to your smartphone, is another real-world game that has been made into a mobile game. Although the physical size of the game is smaller on a tablet or smartphone, it feels the same. This makes it great for two players.
It’s simple and yet very enjoyable. Your finger will guide your striker. Next, you will need to guide your striker.
iOS (Free)
4. Badland
Genre: Adventure/Sidescroller
Badland, a game that is unique and has been praised by critics, is worth a look if you are looking for something different. You must guide your blob through the obstacles to reach the end of each stage.
There are both competitive and cooperative multiplayer options. The best way to coordinate your characters is to play on the same device.
iOS ($2.99)
You can play two-player mobile games online
There are many two-player games that you can play on your smartphone, both for Android and iPhones, if you wish to connect remotely via online play.
5. Bowmasters
Genre: Action/Fighting
Bowmasters is a combination of ragdoll Physics, charming art style and cartoon violence. It’s fiendishly entertaining. Your goal is to eliminate your opponent using a weapon.
Half the fun is calculating the trajectory of your weapon. The other half of the fun is watching your friend miss the target and landing it.
You will first need to go through the tutorial and play a few matches before you can unlock the PvP mode. Two players can then compete online or on the same device.
iOS (Free)
6. Words with Friends 2
Genre: Word
Zynga released Words With Friends 2, an updated version of the Scrabble-inspired word game Words With Friends. This is another example of the popular two-player Android game Words With Friends 2.
Online play is possible with friends or random opponents. The game has another benefit: if your turn is interrupted, you can resume it later.
iOS (Free)
7. Clash Royale
Genre: Card/Strategy
Clash Royale is the creation of Clash of Clans. It’s a combination of a tower defense and battle card game. The goal of Clash Royale is to destroy the towers of your opponent’s opponents by drawing attackers and defenses from their deck.
Before you can play against your friend, you’ll need the tutorial completed. After unlocking this mode, all you need to do is add your friend and begin a match.
iOS (Free)
8. Battlelands Royale
Genre – Battle Royale/Shooter
Battlelands Royale, a battle royale video game that is similar to Fortnite or PUBG requires no strategy nor a high-end gadget. This game is great for playing with friends, or you can play it online with your friend in the duos and squad mode.
It is easy to use and quick, making it a great time-waster for just two players.
Download: Battlelands Royale for Android | iOS (Free)
9. Uno
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There is a 2v2 mode in Uno Mobile that allows you to team up with a friend and play against your opponents.
This mode can only be unlocked by first playing in a public match. Once you’ve completed this, you can invite your friends to join you in battle against other players.
You can also use the Room Mode to play with others you invite.
Download: Uno for Android | iOS (Free)
10. Boggle with Friends
Genre: Word
Zynga’s mobile version of Boggle, a traditional word game, has made it a huge success. Boggle With Friends is a word game where you have to find the most words from a random set of letters.
You can only connect letters that are adjacent (vertically or horizontally) If you score more points than your opponent, you win.
Each round is timed but the timer does not start until you have started your turn. You can play the game whenever and wherever you are available.
iOS (Free)
11. Golf Battle
Genre, Sports
Golf Battle allows you to play 1v1 online matches with your friends via your smartphone. You can also hold matches with up six people. You must connect via Facebook.
The game is casual and fun, with short challenges and matches. You don’t need to concentrate and there is no steep learning curve. It’s easy to just jump in and have fun.
You can join public matches if your friends are unavailable. This is the default multiplayer mode.
Download: Golf Battle for Android | iOS (Free)
Two-player games that can be played over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
These games are rarer than others, but you can still play them.
These are just a few…
12. Sea Battle 2
Genre: Strategy
Sea Battle 2 is a Battleship-inspired video game that features a pen-and-paper design. Play with your friend on the same device by connecting via Bluetooth, sending an invite or joining online.
It’s best to not play the game on the same monitor as the other player, but the option is available.
iOS (Free)
13. Soul Knight
Genre: Dungeon/Roguelike
Soul Knight is a fun dungeon crawler that reminds me of Enter the Gungeon. Roguelike games for mobile offer the perfect package, thanks to their simple controls and repetitive gameplay.
Play with your friends by connecting to the same Wi Fi network. The game will detect if someone is hosting a match by connecting to the same Wi-Fi network.
iOS (Free)
14. Terraria
Genre: Sandbox
Terraria, unlike most other games, is designed to be played in short bursts. This mobile version of the PC game Terraria allows you to play with your friends over Wi-Fi, or connect to a dedicated PC-hosted mobile server.
This is a great way to have two people play a mobile game together, and it’s incredibly affordable.
iOS ($4.99)
15. Tank Stars
Genre: Tactical
Tank Stars, a tactical game based on Worms, has very similar graphics to Bowmasters. This game is a fun way to challenge friends because of the variety of weapons and tanks available.
Both can be played on the same device, or connected over the same Wi Fi network. Both modes must be unlocked by playing a few AI matches.
iOS (Free)
You can add more mobile games to your collection
Mobile games are now a huge phenomenon. While you’ll still find match-three and idle clickers, there are many other amazing mobile games.
These games transform mobile gaming from being a lonely experience to one that you can share with friends.
