5 new mobile games to try this week – December 5th, 2024

We’re all aware of the very nature of MMORPGs – it means endless farming and tiresome grinding just to get to a level that’s acceptable enough to help you survive on your journey. But what if you could embark on your epic fantasy adventure by lazing around and letting the auto-battles do the work for you?

Go Go Muffin offers all that and more – plus, there’s a spunky cat named Muffin that’s basically the embodiment of positivity in a world that’s coming to an end. Despite the Ragnarok setting, it’s all sunshine and butterflies here, and why wouldn’t it be given all the adorable creatures around you? Collect Melomon pets, join a guild with your best buddies, or simply hang out around the campfire and rake in all those AFK rewards – the apocalypse has never been this cosy.

If you’ve never played a text-based RPG before, you might be wondering how immersive these kinds of experiences can get – there are no overly complicated animations with all the bells and whistles to ogle at, after all. The Eldrum series aims to silence those doubts with its engaging 2D battles and intense choice-based narrative branches – and if you’re a fan of the Choose Your Own Adventure books back then, Eldrum: Black Dust should be right up your alley.

This grimdark tale offers plenty of D&D-esque gameplay where your decisions have lasting consequences throughout the story. There are multiple endings to unlock as you go along, with evocative descriptions that’ll keep you engaged as you explore the vast desert and its enchantments along the way.

Cosy stress-free experiences are all the rage right now, because why wouldn’t you want to indulge in stress-free journeys into the virtual world? Escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life in Infinity Nikki, a vibrant open-world adventure that takes the popular series’ dress-up mechanics to a whole new level.

Platform through the vast world of Miraland as you solve puzzles with Momo by your side. There’s no shortage of whimsy and magic here, as well as cool new abilities you can wield with every new outfit unlocked. You can also catch bugs, hop on a hot air balloon ride, or go fishing. Then, relax by the river and simply enjoy the charming world around you – no pressure-filled timers or anxiety-inducing battles needed.

Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium

This visually stunning strategy RPG tasks you with leading a group of Tactical Dolls into merciless contaminated zones in the aftermath of Griffin PMC’s disbanding. To help you succeed in your mission, you’ll have a wide array of customisable weapons at your disposal, whether you’re decking out your T-Dolls with trusty handguns or lugging around heavy machinery to take down the toughest foes.

The character models themselves are already a sight to behold thanks to Physically Based Rendering technology, but just in case you need more eye candy, the Dormitory lets you interact with your squad during their downtime – even sci-fi androids need a break too.

If you were heartbroken that this spin-off of the beloved Nintendo franchise shut down last month, there’s something positive to look forward to, at least. They do say that when one door closes, another one opens – this time, it’s in the form of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete.

As the title itself suggests, this is a complete and offline version with all the features of the OG adventure. Transfer your saves from your old gameplay, and enjoy all the content that’s been released over seven years since its original launch in 2017. Time to step back into your role as campsite manager and build the best campsite ever!