Let us ask each other what comes to our minds when we think about free time. Many love spending their free time playing games. Many still love PC games and video games on console. Mobile gaming isn’t any less as it helps people kill time on the go.
Mobile gaming is a norm and a mark of the new times. Millennials, Generation Z, and Generation Alpha love mobile gaming in their free time. Mobile gaming is becoming a hit despite the presence of movies, TV shows, and other interesting things. When people are on the go and need some time to wind down, mobile gaming is the key to such.
How good is mobile gaming?
Mobile gaming is trendy, chic, and is happening. Apart from being fun, it is productive. No one spends their time without mobile gaming. Everyone loves to have a bit of time for relaxing. Mobile game developers should be given a round of applause and thanks for evolving mobile games from simpleton programs to mind-challenging experiences attracting everyone.
The daily hustle and bustle has made everyone’s lives busy. The hard-working millennials and Generation Z have found some creative outlets for stress relief and relaxation. Mobile gaming for them is not just fun but also something interactive and interesting.
Mobile gaming has achieved consistent growth – Some of the best mobile games in Dubai
The Emirate of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates has launched a new Gaming Visa. This is an attempt to attract talented individuals, especially artists, gamers, game designers, developers, and other creative people, to the country.
The move is part of Dubai’s initiative known as Gaming 2033. It plans to create around 30,000 jobs in the gaming sector and is part of the U.A.E’s ambitions to rival Silicon Valley and the European Union in game development.
This initiative comes as competition and investment in the gaming and software development sector heat up across the region. Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman are following suit after Jordan, Egypt, Tunisia, and Morocco have made strides in their respective Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sectors.
Genshin Impact
Genshin Impact is a well-loved game by many thanks to its interactive nature. The game is an action-adventure role-playing game with gacha mechanics and has received praise for its storyline and visuals. It is placed in the large world of Teyvat, where the player can do the following:
- Explore seven countries.
- Meet unique characters.
- Fight strong enemies.
Gaming experts explain that Genshin Impact is addicting. Users can become so engrossed in it that they might forget about real life for some time. It is available on both Android and iOS. The game is also playable on PC and Video game consoles (PlayStation notably). Missing out on this game isn’t worth it as each gaming enthusiast should play it once.
Call of Duty: Mobile
Call of Duty is an admirable first-person shooter that made strides on both PC and consoles. It has also made similar strides on the mobile platform and even proved its doubters wrong.
CoD’s mobile version has its very own World Championship which players play for a bit of fun. A lot of players have even scored headshots consistently. They have also done that on their lunch breaks. The game has two main modes i.e. 5v5 team mode and the nerve-wracking 100-player battle royale.
In the former, players can participate in random skirmishes with various players from across the world. Talented players can be added as friends. Classic CoD maps such as Crash, Crossfire, and Nuketown 2 are quite popular.
Moreover, players can also adopt the persona of renown characters from the series namely John Price, Alex Mason, and Simon ‘Ghost’ Riley. The graphics are worth it and the gameplay is amazing.
Among Us
This game is a social deduction game and in it, players collaborate on a spaceship, but lurking among them are imposters who intend to sabotage the mission.
Among Us has five different locations namely: a spaceship, a base above the earth, a planetary base, an airship themed on Henry-Stickmin, and lastly, the Fungle. The latter is a mysterious island where up to 15 different crew members are present. Out of these members, at least three are impostors who are out to slay other members and sabotage the mission.
Meanwhile, crewmates need to report any casualties that transpire among them. Emergency meetings can be called for behavior that is incriminating or suspicious of other players. These meetings help in revealing the true identity of each player.
All these tasks require visual recognition via a user-friendly interface. The game is suitable for individuals across all age groups and ethnic backgrounds.
PUBG
PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) is a battle royale game and a third-person shooter that has taken the world by storm. It features multiplayer gameplay where 100 players are dropped by parachute on an island and fight with each other until the last one is standing.
The game is known for its stunning graphics, realistic weapons, and gameplay fueled by adrenaline. PUBG offers the following gaming modes:
- Classic Mode.
- Payload.
- High-speed 4v4 Arena fights.
- Infection mode.
The game has a wide array of maps having various configurations and distinct terrains. Those who play CoD on mobile are extremely familiar with PUBG. Its development is credited to Lightspeed & Quantum Studio, and PUBG studios. The game requires no payment. In-app purchases are available.
Fortnite
Fortnite resembles PUBG in many ways. It has an exceptional mix of building mechanics and shooting action. The game in particular appeals widely to Emirati mobile gaming enthusiasts. It is based on a battle royale modus operandi and resource gathering is important. Players gather resources to build structures, gather arms, vehicles, and vice versa to fend off opponents.
Fortnite has an exciting gameplay all thanks to its clear graphics, active events, and timely updates. Fresh skins, new weapons, and new storylines are added daily. Moreover, the game’s social element offers virtual concerts and other activities it contributing greatly to its popularity making it a top-notch gaming app for Android.
Conclusion
The list may seem small but it does prove that these games are popular in Dubai. With the Emirati government planning on giving professional game players a lucrative visa and career offers, the United Arab Emirates is set to become the Middle East’s Silicon Valley for mobile, PC, and video game development.
