August’s been kind to mobile gamers—lots of fresh launches, smart relaunches, and a few intriguing soft-launch/“playtest” drops. Rather than toss you a raw list, I’ve turned the notes into a clean, detailed news-style guide with game-by-game breakdowns, store links, and quick context so you can decide what’s worth your space, time, and bandwidth. Where the original script had unclear bits, I’ve corrected or flagged them, and where a feature needs extra context (cross-play, monetization, device demands), I’ve spelled it out.
Let’s set the table with a short how-to so you don’t waste downloads—then we’ll dive into each game. So far, so good? Great. Let’s move to the next step.
Table of Contents
- 1. 🔥 Raid Zone (Once Human–style survival PvPvE)
- 2. 🛡️ LORDNINE: Infinite Class (MMORPG, class mixing)
- 3. 🐲 Kaiju No. 8: The Game (anime tie-in with new stories)
- 4. 🚀 Farlight 84 (relaunch with FPS focus & UI overhaul)
- 5. 🤖 Mecharashi (tactical mech, turn-based)
- 6. 🧨 Rust Mobile (trailer ahead of Gamescom reveal)
- 7. 🌾 Sakuna: Mobile Edition (rice farming + action)
- 8. 🌊 Subnautica (full survival classic on mobile)
- 9. 🚚 Truck Simulator Big Rigs (empire-building trucking)
- 10. 🥷 Ninja Party (12-player brawler/parkour chaos)
- 11. 🦌 Hunt and Hook: Frontier (arcade hunt & fish)
- 12. 🐘 TABS Pocket Edition (playtest of physics strategy)
- 13. ✨ Greak: Memories of Azur (hand-drawn action-platformer)
- 14. 🐧 Pudgy Party – Battle Royale (Fall-Guys-style on ice)
- 15. 🏐 HAIKYU!! FLY HIGH (anime volleyball, squad building)
- 16. 🎨 Paint Brawl: Color of War (4v4 turf shooter)
- 17. 🌌 Elysia: The Astral Fall (real-time team RPG)
- 18. ⚔️ North War: Island Defense 3D (vertical RTS)
- 19. 🧩 QRusader (QR code → dungeon)
- 20. 🏝️ Fate War (strategy, climate cycles & roguelike loops)
- FAQ
🧭 How to use this list (and avoid bad installs)
Before we jump in, two minutes of setup will save you hours later:
- Check device requirements: Some of these are chunky (and a few are PC-first with mobile ports/companions). If storage/RAM are tight, install one at a time and test performance on default settings before cranking visuals.
- Watch regions & soft-launch: Availability can vary by country. If a store page says “pre-order” or “playtest,” that’s normal. Use the links below to confirm your region’s status.
- Decide your tolerance for monetization: Several games are free-to-play with cosmetics/passes; a handful are premium with a one-time price. I’ve called out where that matters.
- Controller support: If you own a mobile controller, try it on action/heavy shooters; many ports now ship with basic mappings.
- Multiplayer reality check: If your fun depends on full lobbies, try at peak evening hours first; new titles often “warm up” over a week.
Okay—deep breath. Let’s get to the games.
🔥 Raid Zone (Once Human–style survival PvPvE)
Why it’s notable: A gritty survival shooter from NetEase that blends PvP scavenging with supernatural powers—think Rust with anomalous twists. The hook here is deviation abilities (e.g., tracking enemies, area denial bursts) that can swing fights if timed right. The vibe is harsh: loot, extract, survive.
- Core loop: Scavenge → craft/gear → contest hotspots → exfil with loot.
- What’s different: Superpowers layered onto tactical survival elevate the decision-making beyond “who shot first.”
- Platforms: PC & Android (mobile availability/size can vary by region).
- Heads-up on size: The PC build is hefty (the script cites ~22 GB). Expect large downloads on mobile too—check your storage first.
- Monetization: Free-to-play with cosmetics; expect battle-pass-style progression.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.netease.h73na.rz
iOS (Once Human listing): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/once-human/id1573906210
So far so good—starting strong with survival. Let’s switch gears to a class-driven MMORPG that’s quietly massive in Asia.
🛡️ LORDNINE: Infinite Class (MMORPG, class mixing)
Pitch: A cross-platform MMORPG built around an “infinite” class system—over 60 classes and 50+ abilities you can mix to shape truly personalized builds. The result: lots of theorycrafting and reroll-free experimentation.
- Why it clicked regionally: It’s already hit millions of players across Korea/Taiwan, with chart-topping runs and awards, so the systems are tested.
- Play anywhere: PC ↔ mobile progression remains seamless.
- Economy: Global marketplace → cross-regional trading injects a livelier economy than walled-garden servers.
- Launch cadence: Expect events, new classes, and cosmetics to keep the meta evolving.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smilegate.l9asia.stove.google
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/ph/app/lordnine-infinite-class/id6745953351
🐲 Kaiju No. 8: The Game (anime tie-in with new stories)
Good news for manga/anime fans: Rather than a strict retelling, this mobile game includes original storylines and new characters that extend the universe. That matters—fans get surprises; newcomers get a clean entry point.
- What to expect: Character collection with 4-/5-star units, cinematic boss fights, and event-driven updates timed to the franchise calendar.
- Caveat: If you followed the developer’s past work (e.g., Tribe Nine), you might be cautiously optimistic; early buzz suggests the team learned lessons.
- Pre-reg traction: Already crossed 1M pre-regs per the script—expect bustling launch lobbies.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.aktsk.games.kaiju_no8_the_game
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kaiju-no-8-the-game/id6742088839
News: https://www.pocketgamer.com/kaiju-no-8-the-game/release-date/
🚀 Farlight 84 (relaunch with FPS focus & UI overhaul)
What’s new: A ground-up mobile relaunch that pushes first-person gameplay, refreshed UI, smoother animations, and broader customization—while keeping the fast, hero-ability-driven BR gameplay intact.
- If you played in 2023: Movement tech, gadgets, and hero abilities remain, but the polish pass is real.
- If you’re new: It’s a colorful, mobility-forward BR—less mil-sim, more arena energy.
- Expect: Fresh battleground rotations and cosmetics—relaunch cycles usually bring generous onboarding events.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.miraclegames.farlight84
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/farlight-84/id1673713581
News: https://www.pocketgamer.com/farlight-84/relaunch/
🤖 Mecharashi (tactical mech, turn-based)
The hook: Deep mech customization where every part matters—legs, cores, weapons, plates—and locational damage forces you to adapt mid-fight. Lose a leg? Your mobility tanks and your plan must change.
- Combat: Turn-based with focus fire, weak-spot targeting, and environmental leverage.
- Story tone: A mercenary campaign threaded with political intrigue; more grounded than super-robot fantasy.
- Why mobile-friendly: Clear turn order + tactile part-targeting = zero control friction.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tentree.gp.un.mecharashi&hl=en
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mecharashi/id6670385152
🧨 Rust Mobile (trailer ahead of Gamescom reveal)
Status: Trailer live; Gamescom hands-on (Aug 20–24) highlighted in the notes. The promise is the PC experience—raiders, base-building, crafting, betrayals—re-tuned for touch.
- Controls: The team is emphasizing mobile-first inputs without losing intensity.
- World feel: Weather, day/night cycles, and emergent chaos are kept intact.
- Reality check: Expect staggered soft-launches and regional tests before a full global go-live.
Official link (news):
PocketGamer preview: https://www.pocketgamer.com/rust-mobile/trailer/
🌾 Sakuna: Mobile Edition (rice farming + action)
A mobile follow-up inspired by Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin’s unusual but beloved loop: grow rice meticulously to power up your combat stats, then go hack-and-slash through yokai-filled stages.
- New content: The mobile entry teases a new companion (Hanuka) and story beats to justify a revisit.
- Why it works on phones: Farming cadence + side-scroll combat creates natural “sessionable” chunks.
Official link (news):
PocketGamer: https://www.pocketgamer.com/sakuna-of-rice-and-ruin-a-tale-of-hinukas-spirit-j/coming-soon/
🌊 Subnautica (full survival classic on mobile)
One of survival gaming’s greats, now pocketable. Crash on an alien ocean world, scavenge, craft, build underwater bases, and dive (carefully) into the deep blue unknown. It’s peaceful… until it isn’t.
- Mobile fit: Surprisingly slick touch controls and excellent atmosphere intact; bring a decent device.
- Mode choice: Follow the story or free-explore in survival/sandbox.
- Price: Premium (paid) rather than F2P, which many will appreciate for a complete experience.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.unknownworlds.subnautica
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/subnautica/id6478639011
🚚 Truck Simulator Big Rigs (empire-building trucking)
If long-haul zen is your thing, this one layers empire management onto classic trucking: buy garages, upgrade engines, run single trailers to triples, and wrestle with physics that respect cargo weight and road grade.
- Immersion bits: Walk around your cab, weather, day/night—lots of small touches add up.
- Why it sticks: There’s always another contract, a better rig, or a trickier route.
Official link:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dualcarbonstudios.trucksimulatorbigrig
🥷 Ninja Party (12-player brawler/parkour chaos)
Imagine Fall Guys but with roof-running ninjas, frying pans, and hot-potato melee. 12 players, fast respawns, and emphasis on momentum and mischief make it an easy party pick.
- Play styles: Parkour purists, item trolls, and straight-up duelists can all win if they read the arena.
- With friends: Squads add chaos and laughter; quick to learn, tricky to master.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nekki.ninjaparty
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ninja-party-online-pvp/id6514312909
🦌 Hunt and Hook: Frontier (arcade hunt & fish)
Scope: Bite-sized outings for hunting and fishing with an accessible, arcade feel. It’s not trying to be a hyper-sim; it’s aiming for quick satisfaction.
- Why it works on mobile: Focused loops; you’re in and out without a huge time tax.
- Content: Plenty of species, unlockable gear, and cosmetic tweaks to keep progression moving.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nexelon.hunthook
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hunt-and-hook-frontier/id6744633735
News: https://www.pocketgamer.com/hunt-and-hook-frontier/out-now/
🐘 TABS Pocket Edition (playtest of physics strategy)
Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, but in your hands. Pit Romans vs. dragons vs. mammoths vs… whatever you dream up. It’s physics-driven, ridiculous, and surprisingly strategic.
- Modes: Campaign, sandbox, and multiplayer are on the menu; as a playtest, features may roll out in phases.
- Mobile angle: Unit pop-in/out and camera sweeps map well to touch.
Official links:
Android (playtest): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xd.tabs.global.google
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tabs-pocket-edition/id6743115658
✨ Greak: Memories of Azur (hand-drawn action-platformer)
A gorgeous, hand-drawn adventure where you swap between siblings, each with unique abilities, to solve puzzles and fight your way through the twilight of their homeland.
- Why it stands out: It feels like a console game on mobile—tight controls, soulful score, and painterly art.
- Structure: Metroidvania-lite progression with boss fights that reward pattern learning.
Official link:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.navegante.greak
(PocketGamer’s link in the notes points to a different headline; use the store page above for the mobile release.)
🐧 Pudgy Party – Battle Royale (Fall-Guys-style on ice)
Slide, waddle, and bash your way through icy obstacle courses with up to 20 players. It’s unabashedly silly—and that’s the point.
- Loop: Fast rounds, rotating modes, seasonal twists.
- Cosmetics: Expect lots of meme-ready penguin fits.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mythical.pudgyparty&hl=en_US
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/br/app/pudgy-party-battle-royale/id6744258913
🏐 HAIKYU!! FLY HIGH (anime volleyball, squad building)
Build a roster from ~50 characters, each with specialties, and run set plays that feel straight out of the anime. When clutch time hits, you can take full manual control.
- Design: Part sports sim, part gacha RPG, all spectacle.
- Time sink risk: “One more match” syndrome is real here.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.garena.game.haikyu
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/haikyu-fly-high/id6737688139
🎨 Paint Brawl: Color of War (4v4 turf shooter)
Cover more ground in your color than the other team—simple goal, spicy execution. 4v4, short rounds, and a fun arsenal (from pocket launchers to high-rate sprayers).
- Team play: Map control matters; splitting lanes and timing respawns wins games.
- Daily missions: A steady stream of challenges keeps progress moving.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.miniclip.paintbrawl&hl=en
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/ph/app/paint-brawl-color-of-war/id6502339024
🌌 Elysia: The Astral Fall (real-time team RPG)
From the AFK lineage, this is real-time, wide-open combat with seven elemental factions and role synergies. Swap heroes on the fly, chain skills, and land ultimates to flip fights.
- World: Six regions to explore; offline loot keeps your team advancing even when you’re away.
- Playstyle fit: Great if you enjoy team comp tinkering and reactive combat.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pantheraplay.projecth
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/elysia-the-astral-fall/id6737166302
⚔️ North War: Island Defense 3D (vertical RTS)
A post-Ragnarök vertical RTS: recruit Viking heroes, gear them up, and fend off waves in 60 crafted island levels with tap-friendly controls.
- Why it works: “Easy to learn, tough to master” rhythm with boss battles that test timing.
- Good for short sessions: Bite-size maps that escalate cleanly.
Official link:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bgg.island.battle
🧩 QRusader (QR code → dungeon)
Clever twist: scan a QR code, get a new dungeon. It’s a cute way to generate nearly endless runs, and the leaderboards + loot cycle keeps it sticky.
- Look & feel: Not a tech showpiece; leans on charm and variety over cutting-edge visuals.
- Nostalgia lane: If you like old-school dungeon crawlers, this scratches the itch.
Official link (news):
PocketGamer: https://www.pocketgamer.com/qrusader/now-available/
🏝️ Fate War (strategy, climate cycles & roguelike loops)
Start exiled on a remote island and build from scratch—but the world fights back with day/night and shifting climates that alter production, movement, and risk.
- Why it’s fresh: Strategy plus roguelike “run it back” structure rewards experimentation and accepts failure as learning, not punishment.
- Economy stance: The description emphasizes customization over pay-to-win priorities.
Official links:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.igg.android.fatewar
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fate-war/id6737294814
News: https://www.pocketgamer.com/fate-war/now-available/
❓FAQ
Q: Which games are premium (paid) rather than free-to-play?
A: From this list, Subnautica and Greak: Memories of Azur are premium (one-time purchase). Most others are free-to-play with IAP for cosmetics, passes, or gacha elements (where applicable).
Q: I see “playtest,” “soft-launch,” or regional notes. Can I still play?
A: It depends on your country and platform. Tap the store links—they’ll show whether you can download, pre-register, or need to wait. If you’re traveling, availability may change.
Q: Will Rust Mobile really feel like PC Rust?
A: The goal, per the trailer notes, is to keep raiding, crafting, base-building, and emergent chaos intact—with touch-friendly controls. Expect optimization cycles and staged rollouts; it’s better for everyone if they ramp carefully.
Q: I hate heavy downloads. Which games are lighter?
A: Arcade-style titles—Ninja Party, Paint Brawl, Hunt and Hook—tend to be smaller. Survival shooters, open-world sims, and AAA-style ports (e.g., Subnautica) skew larger.
Q: Any controller standouts?
A: Subnautica and action titles often benefit from controllers. Check each game’s settings/help page—support varies.
Q: What about cross-progression?
A: LORDNINE touts PC↔mobile sync out of the box. For others, it’s case-by-case—if cross-play/progression matter to you, confirm on the store page or official site first.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This article is a news-style roundup based on the provided notes and official store/news pages linked above. Release timing, availability by region, features, file sizes, pricing, and monetization can change after publication. Always verify on the store page for your country and device before downloading or purchasing. This guide is informational and not financial advice or an endorsement.
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