15 must-play mobile games for entertaining holiday travels

15. World of Tanks Blitz

World of Tanks Blitz brings intense 7v7 tank battles to your mobile, allowing players to enjoy thrilling combat and strategic gameplay. With a wide variety of tanks to collect and upgrade, every match during your trip will offer something new and exciting. | © Wargaming Group

14. Subway Surfers

Subway Surfers is one of the top endless runners out there – fast, thrilling, and entirely free. It isn't innovative in the genre, but it perfects it, expanding on everything we love about endless running games. And let’s not forget the wild memes from their social media team... they're crazy. | © SYBO Games

13. Whiteout Survival

Whiteout Survival is a thrilling survival challenge with fair resource management, perfect for keeping players entertained during long trips. The game's combination of strategy and exploration provides plenty to do, even if it has a few minor issues. | © Century Games

12. Homescapes

Homescapes is a free-to-play cozy, immersive experience with charming characters, soothing music, and a heartwarming storyline. If you enjoyed Gardenscapes, this is a perfect follow-up, with relaxing match-3 puzzles to solve and a home to renovate. | © Playrix

11. Words of Wonders

Words of Wonders perfectly combines world puzzles with travel adventures, which makes it ideal for winter trips. Players can test vocabulary by connecting letters and solving puzzles. It’s relaxing, educational, and a great way to pass the time while keeping your brain active. | © Fugo Games

10. Roblox

Roblox is a unique platform that offers countless user-made games and a vibrant multiplayer environment, perfect for connecting with your friends while traveling. Whether you’re exploring, building, or learning new skills, this game offers endless entertainment. | © Roblox

9. Plants vs. Zombies

Plants vs. Zombies is a F2P tower defense classic that combines adorable visuals with addictive gameplay, which makes it perfect for passing time on holiday travels. The game offers tons of levels and units to unlock, keeping the experience fun, fresh, and engaging. | © Electronic Arts

8. The Fishercat

The Fishercat is a charming and relaxing game where you play catfishing with a harpoon, because who needs a rod? Thanks to the adorable graphics, cute sound effects, and simple gameplay, this game is perfect for casual sessions while traveling. | © LoadComplete

7. Hero Wars

Hero Wars is a fast-paced game from your YouTube ads that has a bit of everything, including PvP battles, guild boss raids, tournaments, and plenty of events to keep you busy. With regular events and automatic fights, this game is perfect to dive into gaming during your travels. | © Nexters

6. Balatro

Balatro takes the classic game of poker and gives it a roguelike twist, delivering a fresh and addictive experience. The straightforward rules of this game make it easy to pick up, while the polished design ensures every round feels exciting and unique, perfect for keeping you entertained on holiday travels. | © Playstack

5. Monument Valley

Monument Valley is a beautifully crafted puzzle game perfect for relaxing during holiday travels. By combining stunning visuals, a serene soundtrack, and clever-level designs, this game feels like a work of art for calming gameplay. | © ustwo games

4. Brawl Stars

Brawl Stars is a fast-paced multiplayer game different from other Supercell titles, which makes it easy to pick up but challenging to master. Plus, it’s family-friendly, with minimal violence, and encourages playing with friends, adding to the fun of your holiday adventures. | © Supercell

3. Genshin Impact

Genshin Impact is a free-to-play RPG with stunning visuals and a massive open world to explore, which makes it perfect for long trips. With an emotional storyline, four regions, countless quests, and a variety of characters to collect, it offers hours of engaging gameplay without costing a penny. | © miHoYo

2. Vampire Survivors

Vampire Survivors is a thrilling roguelike game experience perfect for quick sessions while traveling, all thanks to the 30-minute run limit. Thanks to the plethora of unique characters, levels, and abilities to unlock, the game keeps you hooked with fresh goals and endless replayability. | © Poncle

1. Stardew Valley

Stardew Valley is the perfect mobile game for holiday travels, offering a nostalgic experience with charming 16-bit graphics and relaxing melodies. You can create your dream country life, whether it’s farming, fishing, exploring mines, or raising animals, all at your own pace. There's nothing to fail, no obligations, nothing stressful. Perfect on your Nintendo Switch. | © ConcernedApe