If you’re a mobile gamer or just love to play games and you’re looking for new interesting games to play, we have compiled a list of the top 10 best upcoming mobile games for Android and iOS in 2021 and beyond that, you will be excited about.
New games are released every year for iOS and Android platforms and it is quite impossible to keep track of every single game. Despite 2020 been such a pain, we saw the release of several interesting games and we expect to see even more in 2021.
A lot of mobile games are currently in development, some are a mobile port of the PC or console version while others are built from scratch. We know you love interesting and challenging games, so, we’ve decided to highlight some of the most hyped games coming to iOS and Android in 2021.
List Of The Best Upcoming Mobile Games
In no particular order, here are the top upcoming mobile games to keep your eyes on in 2021:
| Upcoming Games | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Valorant Mobile | 2022 (Expected) |
| Apex Legend Mobile | 2022 (Expected) |
| PUBG: New State | 2021 (Expected) |
| League Of Legends: Wild Rift | 2021 (Released) |
| H1Z1 | 2021 (Expected) |
| Final Fantasy VII: The First Soldier | 2021 (Expected) |
| Diablo Immortal | 2021 (Expected) |
| Pokemon Unite | 2021 (Expected) |
| The Witcher: Monster Slayer | 2021 (Expected) |
| Project Care: Go | 2021 (Expected) |
1. Valorant Mobile
Valorant is one of the best and most popular multiplayer fps games available on the PC platform only. The game takes the 5v5 player concept from the popular title – Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and players play as ‘Agents.’ Each agent in the game has its own unique special abilities which make the game even more competitive.
Having already made a strong fan base on the PC platform, Riot Games wants to expand its player base by launching on the mobile platform. However, Volarant has not officially confirmed any development on Valorant Mobile but several Valorant leaks and rumours have suggested a mobile port of the game.
According to data miners, several in-game files has been found indicating that developers are working on a mobile port for Valorant. While we’re not sure if Valorant Mobile will actually be released, we’re hoping Riot will announce Valorant Mobile before the end of 2021, and a possible release in 2022.
Release Date: 2022 (Expected)
2. Apex Legends Mobile
Similar to Valorant, Apex Legends is already has a huge fan base on the PC platforem and is one of the most popular multiplayer games in 2021. The game is also available for consoles, and Nintendo Switch. It is basically a battle royale game, however, unlike popular battle royale titles like PUBG and COD: Warzone, Apex Legends character also has unique set of abilities each.
Apex Legend Mobile was initially scheduled to release by the end of 2020. However, due to COVID-19, the development was delayed and the game has now been rescheduled for 2022. We may, however, get to see a soft launch of the game before the end of 2021.
The game recently launched on the Nintendo Switch console and players complained about low fps while playing the game. This could be due to the poor game optimization for the console. Nonetheless, it is one of the best upcoming mobile games to watch out for.
Release Date: 2022 (Expected)
3. PUBG: New State
PUBG: New State is a new upcoming battle royale game for mobile platforms. The game was recently announced and unlike the other PUBG games availabe on mobile platforms, PUBG: New State is set in 2051. The game will introduce several futuristic techs, weapons and vehicles and players are going to see an entirely new map, TRIO.
PUBG New State will be a lot more exciting and PUGB studios have confirmed the plans of releasing the new game by the end of 2021. The alpha testing for the game will begin a little earlier than the global release.
PUBG Mobile is already one of the best and most popular battle royale games for mobile. It has millions of players worldwide and wants to expand its player-base even more with the third game under its umbrella. You can say that PUBG: New State is one of the best upcoming mobile games of 2021.
Release Date: 2021
[appbox googleplay com.pubg.newstate]4. League Of Legends: Wild Rift
Riot Games’ League Of Legends is another popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game that is currently only available on PC and macOS. It is one of the best MOBA games of all time.
Riot Games announced the mobile port of the game as Leagues of Legends: Wild Rift back in October, 2019. The game, however, is built from scratch and some in-game elements are not the same as the desktop version. The initial release was scheduled for 27, Oct, 2020 but was delayed due to the COVID-19.
The open beta of the game is available to selected regions and already listed for preregistration on the Google Play Store. So, it’s safe to assume that Riot Games will release the the game before the end of 2021.
It is one of the best upcoming mobile games to watch out for. You can preregister for the game and allow automatic installation once the game releases globally.
Release Date: 2021 (Expected)
[appbox googleplay com.riotgames.league.wildrift]5. H1Z1
Daybreak Game Company H1Z1 is an upcoming battle royale game for Android and iOS devices. It is similar to PUBG and Garena – Free Fire.
It is currently available on PS4 and PC only. H1Z1 features up to 150 players in the battle royale mode, you jump out of the plane and start looking for guns, ammo, and other supplies once you land. Then you start hunting and take down as many opponents as possible while the playzone keeps shrinking and bringing players together.
There are different vehicles available in the game that helps you can get from one place to another quickly. You can play solo or team up with one or even four other players.
Although H1Z1 isn’t as popular as some of the top battle royals games available, it still has millions of devoted fans. A mobile version is a great way to expand its fan base, however, there are no details on when it’s coming. But the company has confirmed a mobile version of the game is coming. Make sure you subscribe to our push notification and not miss a single update.
Release Date: 2021 (Expected)
6. Final Fantasy VII: The First Soldier
Final Fantasy is one of the best action role-playing game franchise of all time. The seventh installation of the game Final Fantasy VII is available on PlayStation, Microsoft Windows, iOS, PlayStation 4, Android, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One. A remake of the seventh installation was release last year and exclusive to the PS4 and PS5 platform.
If you’re a fan of the popular franchise, I bet you’re not expecting the new installment if the game coming to mobile devices dubbed Final Fantasy VII: The First Soldier. Square-Enix has taken another route and now throwing fans into the battle royals gaming in the Final Fantasy universe.
The iconic game goes beyond just shooting, each character in the game gain access to several magical abilities like shielding, healing, and even summoning. Interesting, right?
Final Fantasy VII: The First Soldier is expect to land on Android and iOS platforms by the end of 2021.
Release Date: 2021 (Expected)
7. Diablo Immortal
Blizzard Entertainment’s Diablo Immortal is an upcoming multiplayer action role-playing game for Android and iOS. The mobile port is based on the PC and console versions of the Diablo series and is set between Diablo II and Diablo III.
Blizzard announced Diablo Immortal back in 2018 and conducted the limited alpha testing for the game from December 2020 to January 2021. Blizzard confirmed that another alpha testing for Diablo Immortal would begin soon.
There is no official release date for the game, but it is expected to release by the end of 2021. You can pre-register for the game be the first to try it once released.
Release Date: 2021
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[appbox googleplay com.blizzard.diablo.immortal]8. Pokemon Unite
Pokemon Unite is the first-ever Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game by the Pokemon company based on the original game. The game is developed by TiMi Studios, the same company behind PUBG and Call Of Duty: Mobile.
In Pokemon Unite, you can team up with friends and battle against other players. The goal of the game is to score more point than your opponent. You can score points during combats and catching wild pokemon in the environments. Your Pokemon character evolves as you score more points and each Pokemon has a special Unite Move (combo) that helps score even more points in combats.
Each match is decided when the allocated time is up. The team with the highest points wins. The game is definitely an interesting play and one I personally would recommend. The game doesn’t have an official release date yet, but you can preregister on the iOS Appstore or Google Playstore to get the game once it is released.
Release Date: 2021 (Expected)
9. The Witcher: Monster Slayer
If you enjoyed playing Pokemon Go, then you’ll find The Witcher: Monster Slayer interesting. It is a new Augmented Reality(AR) game for Android and iOS that was announced last year. Unlike Pokemon Go where you are catching monsters, in CD Projekt Red The Witcher: Monster Slayer, you will be killing monsters roaming around in the world.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is considered the best rpg game ever made. The game recieved a lot of positive review that its success even inspired Netflix to work on The Witcher series starring Henry Cavill. So, considering the popularity of the Witcher franchise, it’s safe to say that The Witcher: Monster Slayer is one of the best upcoming mobile games.
At the moment, The Witcher: Monster Slayer mobile game doesn’t have an official release date. However, it is expected to be released in 2021.
Release Date: 2021 (Expected)
10. Project Cars GO
Project Cars is a popular racing game available on Xbox One, PS4, and PC. The game is getting a mobile spin-off dubbed Project Cars Go and already closed beta testing in 2020. It packs loads of exotic cars and tons of customization options just like the PC and console versions.
Slightly Mad Studios CEO Ian Bell said racing fans will be “stomping the gas pedal and burning rubber very soon,” which tells us it won’t be long before the game debuts on mobile. Project Cars Go is available for preregistration on the iOS Appstore and Google Playstore with no particular release date.
Project Cars Go can be said to be one of the best upcoming mobile game and is expected to release by the end of 2021.
Release Date: 2021 (Expected)
Wrapping Up On Top Upcoming Mobile Games
There are several other interesting upcoming games you will be excited about, however, these are the ten best upcoming mobile games you should add to your wishlist. If you have more you believe is worth adding to the list, feel free to share them in the comment section below.
