To start the year 2021 right, we have selected the best offline / offline games for Android.
If you are looking for games with action, history or realistic graphics, you have just found it. No clickbait and no trickery.
In this first article there will be 25 awesome offline games that don't require any internet connection. Believe me, we test them all before publishing them.
The list has it all: free games, paid games, heavy games, and lighter games.
So without any problem, let's go to the games.
Hey, but calm down friend!
A warning here. I know you should already know Pascal's Wager, this phenomenal action RPG here, which looks like Dark Souls.
It's beautiful right?
Hmm, a lot of people say it's offline, right? Not quite.
As of the publication date of this video, the game is still requesting an internet connection to start. Because of this, it will be removed from the list. But make sure you check out this game too (whispering: "it's awesome!")
Warning given? Let's go to the list!
1. BattleOps
We kick off our best offline games of 2021 with this great find. BattleOps is an offline shooting game, a rare thing to see today.
In case you don't remember, we made a video about it back in 2018. And since that year, very few offline shooters have been released.
BattleOps draws directly from the source of games like Black (that PS2 classic), Call of Duty Black Ops, and why not Modern Combat. The game focuses on missions.
BattleOps currently has one chapter with nine phases, but another 4 chapters are planned to be released soon.
The stages are very detailed and full of enemies. It is seen that the producer of the game wanted to make a title that would really attract attention, something that is missing on mobile. And it hit the target!
2. Crash Metal
It's not Ray Tracing, but Crash Metal's lighting effect is pretty cool.
This Android racing game is offline and one of the best releases of its kind in the last year.
Crash Metal features a city full of quests. You can freely drive around the city and choose which mission or race to take.
In each race, you earn virtual money that you can use to buy new cars or equip your machine.
Customization is part of the game. You can customize a lot and it reminds you of classics like Need for Speed Most Wanted and Underground.
However, the races are not that exciting. But it's worth downloading to collect all the cars and check out the customization system. Very cool!
3. TauCeti
And if it's all about amazing graphics, what about the TauCeti (I don't know how to pronounce this bagasse) tech demo?
You will need a large smartphone to be able to run this game in all its glory.
Did I say game? TauCeti is actually a tech demo to show the potential of the project that BadFly Interactive is working on.
The game is not ready yet, but we can expect a futuristic shooter with beautiful graphics.
The technical demonstration is free and 100% offline and without internet connection. There are two versions, one with Vulkan and one with OpenGL, compatibility will depend on the version of your Android smartphone.
4. BloodStained
Now let's talk about very good offline games, those kind of games that you buy (or download the APK, that I'm connected to you) and spend hours, days, weeks until zero.
BloodStained is an action platform game created by one of the creators of Castlevania Symphony of The Night, Mr. Koji Igarashi.
Leaving Konami, IGA, as it is known, decided to create the "ultimate Castlevania" and the result is BloodStained.
This game was released for consoles in 2019 and came to Android and iOS in late 2020.
Launching was a bit of a hitch, but BloodStained went through two updates that greatly improved the game's performance on Android.
Still, this is a heavy offline game. But it's worth a look. A game that starts out simple, but turns out to be a gigantic title.
You can expect at least 30 hours of gameplay to reach the end of this vampire adventure.
5. Archero / Dashero: Sword & Magic
Archero was released in 2019, but the craze for this Android offline game exploded only in 2020. And if you don't know this type of game yet, 2021 is the best time.
Archero literally created a new sub-genre, that of Shoot'em ups Roguelike, a mix of Action, Shooter, RPG and Puzzle games.
In this style of play, you control a character that shoots only when standing still. They are micro-stages where you earn power-ups with each win. When you are defeated, go back to the beginning, but by then you will have accumulated some coins for your next run.
It is an easy game to play, can be controlled with one hand and still offers an addictive challenge.
Other companies have already created their versions of "êro" like Dashero, in which you control a hero with a sword that also unleashes magic.
And then there's the latest crowd disappointment, Tomb Raider Reloaded.
Many thought that the new Lara Croft game would be a remake of the mobile franchise, but it's actually just an Archero with the beautiful girl. Still, all 3 games are worth downloading.
6. Sins Of Miami Gangster
After the success of GTA, we have Sins Of Miami Gangster. This offline action game only exists to satisfy that you have already played GTA III, Vice City and San Andreas in all imaginable ways and yet you are still not satisfied.
Sins Of Miami Gangster imitates some situations in GTA V, but it's no use saying that it looks like the classic.
The most we have here is fleeting fun. Still, the folks at Aril Labs managed to put some of GTA V's irreverence and personality into a game with very modest graphics and missions.
This game is the typical free GTA clone that is very light and ideal to run on any phone. Even better if it's offline, right?
7. Project Racer
Project Racer is a game still in development that has been dubbed by many as Real Racing 4.
The game has beautiful graphics and accessible and challenging gameplay.
It is possible to see an effort worth our admiration, because the guy who is creating this game should literally give a soul to the people who made that horrible Project Cars GO.
Project Racer is still under development, but it has a promising future, until the game is released, you can check the beta version in the description link.
8. Operation Virus
In these crazy times we live in, people in the United States have a strange habit of hoarding toilet paper, which brings us to the strange game called Operation Virus.
Yes, that is what you are seeing. Behind these sensational graphics and all this gloomy atmosphere, there are giant molecules and a machine for throwing paper rolls.
The graphics are awesome and the game is open world. However, it is worth remembering that the enemies are the same.
9. Gameloft Classics
Did Gameloft do a favor by releasing a collection of offline games right after we released our light gaming video? Thank you Gameloft.
But seriously, this is a real gift for fans of mobile games. Gameloft Classics brings 20 awesome java games that the company released for those old phones.
The time has come to put an end to those classics from one of the most important companies in the history of mobile games.
All games are available for free and without in-app purchase.
Games like Hero of Sparta, Gangstar, Soul of Darkness and many others. All in Portuguese.
Be sure to check out this log of mobile gaming history.
10.Royal Moto 2
Have you ever thought what a Real Racing motorcycle would look like? The answer could be Real Moto 2.
This motorcycle game bets on a more realistic grip, and this may disappoint those who expected a little more speed.
The real strength of Real Moto 2 is the challenge. Offline mode is GP Campain mode. In it, the player goes 4 championships with 14 races each. As he wins, he can unlock new gear for his bike or buy new bikes. But other than that, the game owes itself to itself in many ways.
Let's be honest here.
It seems that since 2016 companies have unlearned how to create motorcycle games. Most of the games are very weak.
I know it's the year 2021, but even today I can't help but recommend SBK 16. This is an excellent motorcycle game. Excellent graphics, in portuguese, several modes and it works perfect even on old cell phones. If you didn't know about this game, be sure to check it out.
11 Dead Cells
Dead Cells is an acclaimed "Metroidvania" that offers a different task: die, die and die.
But calm down, in this game death is not an end.
The game has a unique formula. With each new journey, that is, each time you die, the scenery changes a bit, but the structure of the stages remains familiar. This happens to get some items and enemies moving, and makes each "run" unique.
But do not be afraid to die a lot, each time your character will acquire more «cells» or «souls» and will become stronger. Dead Cells is also about collecting resources and building the best construction you can imagine.
With beautiful pixel art, fast paced gameplay with tough bosses, Dead Cells is a game that will bring out the best in the player.
Don't be fooled by the appearance, Dead Cells is an almost infinite game, to finish the main story it will take you around 13 hours, but to complete all the extras, have all the weapons and equipment, you can reserve around 80 hours of your life.
12. BiBi World / Fall Dudes
With the release of Fall Guys, many people rushed to create an Android version.
Interestingly, it has been successful in offline games similar to Fall Guys.
Crazy? I thought so too, but it's not like these games are good pastimes.
Among these offline games, the coolest one is BiBi World. It's one of the few where the game actually offers a fun challenge and the opponents' AI isn't a mule.
The scheme is the same as for Fall Guys, a colorful competition, where the first winner wins.
But in Bibi World, the characters aren't that dumb. They run a lot!
The controls have a button to accelerate and by jumping, the characters can do a flip in the air.
The game is completely offline for now, but you can see that the company is working to bring a solid online multiplayer, with the right to team up to compete.
13. Slap Kings
Is there anything more fun than those championships where people hit each other in the face?
To have! Play a game like this!
In Slap Kings, you will participate in a unique competition: whoever hits and knocks down your opponent wins.
The game is very enjoyable. With each round of tabefes, the characters become more and more disoriented.
As you win in this game, you will be able to increase your character with more resistance and strength, and of course, with the right to a special touch.
A very fun game and very good to play offline.
14. Misk Schools Quest
Misk Schools Quest is a 3D action game in which you control a kind of astronaut. I'm pretty sure the developer was inspired by Mass Effect Andromeda.
But instead of traveling the galaxy, in this game, you complete missions inside a city floating in the sky.
The story involves a distant future, the year 3020 (will it be?, will the world not end in 2021?). Humans created robots to take care of simple aspects of their lives. But now these robots have turned against humanity.
Your mission is to face these AI and cure the robots, thus saving the city from Alpha Cloud.
15. DLS 21
There is a soccer game that will always be marked as the best game of its kind on Android. And that game is Dream League Soccer.
It may not have the best graphics, or the most players, and it may not be the one with the best license in the club, but if there's one thing the team at First Touch Games knows, it's listening to the fans.
In mid-2021, who knew they'd still be playing a football game offline?
In DLS 21 you can play the campaign mode offline and then "record" the matches when you are online. The game also allows you to play as many demo matches as you like and also train to improve your skills without a pitch.
Of course, not everything is perfect, but for offline play it's a good size.
16. Otherworld Legends
Otherworld Legends is a roguelike that mixes hits and RPG. Control a group of heroes trapped in the strange mirage palace.
We start the fight with a girl who soon proves to be tough in the fall.
Progressing in this game is easy and enjoyable as the stages are short. And with no automatic controls, you'll want to figure everything out by hand here.
As you evolve, you unlock new characters and moves, all of which can be purchased with diamonds earned in-game.
And what would a game like this be without boss battles? You can expect some tough guys in this adventure.
What's great about Otherworld Legends is the fact that the game has these animated comics that set up the story. Also, the game is all in Spanish.
17. Dual Souls / Slashers
In Dual Souls we have another beautiful example of a game with amazing gameplay, but not as many graphics.
The look of this fighting game will disappoint some, but the gameplay, mechanics, and combos of Dual Souls are a spectacle apart.
Control the fighters in a game that will teach you all the principles of modern fighting games.
Dual Souls is a fighting game with a difference. You do not have to pay anything. But you will have to do the tutorials and win fights to unlock the other characters.
18. Cracke Rush Runner
What? An endless runner at the top? How dare you!
Easy, Cracke Rush Runner is a very fun offline game where you control a super protective ostrich father. He wants to get his children back, but he will have to run a lot.
The funniest part is when he picks up special pepper and runs at full speed. In addition to this pepper, it is possible to collect power ups that give extra powers to the character and make it go faster or collect eggs more easily.
The art of the game resembles movies like ice age. I'm pretty sure this game is based on some animation, does anyone know?
19. Warhammer 40k: Dust Squadron
The Warhammer 40 thousand series always surprises with the variety of games it gets involved in.
In case you don't remember, we already covered it in our 100 free offline games video. In this case, it was a robot shooter, Warhammer 40k: Freeblade.
In late 2020, the franchise struck again with the release of the Dakka Squadron. A game with planes that is very different from what we are used to on Android.
The game has story and missions. Join the crazy orcs and upgrade each plane to make it even more aggressive.
There are around 20 stages in total.
Oh, the game is paid, but you can play it for free if you subscribe to Google Play Pass. Don't know what Google Play Pass is? Take a look at our best gaming video for this new Google service.
20.MM2
MM2 is probably the craziest bus game on Google Play. Filled with neons and even the skin of GTA V Trevor, in this game, you will participate in the bus race.
How about drifting on a bus?
A simple game to pass the time and that doesn't require much from the player to unlock all the skins and buses.
21. Ultimate Carnage 2
Still on the subject of cars, I don't need to say what Ultimate Carnage 2 looks like, do I?
For those who didn't care, this game is a great tribute to the PlayStation 2 Burnout series.
Simply drive your car and throw yourself into traffic to annihilate it completely. Then just watch how disaster strikes.
For better, I mean worse, you can still blow up your car, which will make the mess even worse. Does the game have a damage counter, which is how much damage has been done to public and private property that you have already caused?
What are you waiting for?
22. Roll the Box Puzzle
Roll the Box Puzzle is the typical game that when you solve a puzzle you will feel like the smartest person in the world.
In this game, you have to roll the cubes so that they fit on their sides at the marked locations.
It seems difficult? But calm down, the game will start very easy and the difficulty will increase as you pass the level. Very light, so you don't get stressed.
This game reminds me of a classic Java phone, Edge.
23. Cookie Must die
Cookies Must Die is a very crazy game where you have to face mutant cookies. v
You're super secret (and discreet) Jack. Featuring “Angry Birds”-style gameplay, Jack darts back and forth, detonating enemies.
The story is this: scientists were experimenting when they unintentionally created the mutant Cookies.
To stop them, they create the "perfect" being, a bearded guy with an evil face who hates cookies.
Like any casual game, Cookies Must Die starts out easy, but then things get complicated. The game has a simple stage system: there are 4 short stages and a boss at the end of each cycle of 5 stages.
24. Boris and the Dark Survival
Boris and the Dark Survival is a 3D adventure game with procedurally generated scenarios. That is, with each "movement" the scenario is recreated.
In this game you play as Boris, Bendy's wolf sidekick. Collect 6 items to escape, but be careful, the ink demon will be in your glue. Look for items in the scenes and try not to get caught by the demon.
Boris and the Dark Survival released early last year, but gained three DLCs throughout the year, all of which are already available when you buy this game.
Yes, the game is paid, but it is usually promoted frequently, so stay on the website so that we always publish the best paid games in promotion.
25. Very Little Nightmares
Released in 2020 to be the mobile version of Little Nightmares, Very Little Nightmares changes the perspective of the adventure, but offers very cute and macabre gameplay at the same time.
This adventure game has a lot of puzzle elements, where you accompany a girl who will solve these puzzles as she walks through a strange world.
Very Little Nightmares is like a "Monument Valley" but with that cute macabre tone.
The Alike Studio game was published by Bandai Namco. Check this out, an offline Namco game for mobile? The world is no longer the same!
And so it's just personal.
I hope you have enjoyed this list. As usual, our thanks to those who watched the video, ops, read the article so far.
Soon there will be more, this year, we will dedicate it 100% to the YouTube channel. Many new features are coming. Wait.
