10 Best Action Games for Android/iOS

Action games are extremely fun to play, and they are highly addictive since they get your blood pumping due to the thrill and excitement they offer. These games are great at testing your patience, reflexes, and brains. Many researchers even sing praises when it comes to action games as they prove beneficial for several personal skills and improved dexterity. There was a time when mobile gaming was considered just as an alternative when one did not have access to their Desktops or consoles. But things have changed a lot over the years. You can enjoy high-quality graphics action games on your mobile devices with smooth gameplay and exceptional visuals and not forget the ever-evolving quality storylines. If you are looking for the top 10 action games that will get you pumped with adrenaline and keep you wanting more, here is a well put together list:

PUBG MOBILE

If you enjoy mobile gaming or have friends who enjoy it, you must have heard of the action game called PUBG MOBILE. PLAYERUNKNOWN'S BATTLEGROUNDS is one of the most trending free-to-play multiplayer action games you will find on Android and iOS. The game is highly preferred for its HD graphics and 3D sound.
In this game you land in a zone along with other 99 real players who are your enemies besides your teammates. In order to win the game, you must kill your enemies by collecting weapons and ensuring that you are the last man or woman standing. The game offers multiple maps and multiple modes such as zombie mode, 4v4 team deathmatch mode, arcade mode and more.
The most played mode is the classic mode which lasts about 30 mins but if you do not wish to spend so many minutes you can always opt for the arcade mode matches for shorter gameplay.

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Fortnite

When you talk about PUBG there is no way you can forget about Fortnite. PUBG and Fortnite have been compared since forever now and for the right reasons. Fortnite is a similar game, but is more creative and colourful when compared to PUBG. The basic rule of the game is the same that you must survive until the end by killing your enemies to win.
Fortnite has multiple modes including solo, duo, squad and Playground and other time-limited events such as big team mode, 50v50 mode, etc. What makes Fortnite stand apart from all the Battle Royale games out there is its creative side. In the game, you can breakdown almost everything such as trees, houses, rocks, etc. to collect materials which you can use to build structures to protect yourself from the enemies.
Remember those cool dance moves called emotes that went viral? They come from Fortnite and you get to show off during the game.

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Call of Duty

Call of Duty is a very famous game when people talk about action games and was highly played on consoles. Now it is available on mobile for free for both Android and iOS users with console-quality HD gaming experience. It is another high-quality multiplayer Battle Royale game that offers 3D sound and graphics.
The game has multiple PvP modes along with several things to unlock. Some of its modes include the standard deathmatch mode, the 100 player Battle Royale mode and more.
This action game is exciting with different maps to battle on and you must finish each allotted mission to move on to the next one. In the game, you must kill your enemies and you can use their weapons to complete different missions. One of the best features of this Battle Royale game is that it offers choice and complexity in controls, events, gameplay, loadouts, etc.

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Into the Dead 2

Into the Dead 2 is a sequel of the game into the dead. It is the most realistic interpretation of a zombie apocalypse where you must defend yourself from zombie hordes with exceptional quality of graphics and details along with exciting missions.
This game is the best of both worlds since it combines two famous action genres, one being the runner style and other being the shooter element. In the game you must run past a zombie horde and only kill the zombies when necessary because unlike most zombie shooting games Into the Dead 2 does not offer excessive weapons in order to depict the realism of zombie survival.
Into the Dead 2 offers 7 action-packed chapters, 60 stages and hundreds of exciting challenges with evolving storylines and multiple endings. It also has special and daily events mode for you to win exclusive prizes. One uniqueness this game offers is that you can play it offline as well.

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Brothers in Arms 3

This action game is ideal for those who love the World War era. Brothers in Arms 3 is set in the World War II settings where you must fight brave soldiers from around the world. You can also become the character Sergeant Wright and enjoy a life-changing and dramatic single-player journey in the aftereffects of the D-Day invasion.
The visuals of the game and the gameplay are quite realistic. In the multiplayer battleground, the game offers 4 distinct maps and 2 gameplay modes including team deathmatch and free for all.
The weapons in the game are something unique when compared to many action games because the players upgrade weapons to higher degrees instead of hoarding on several to many different weapons. You can upgrade your weapon’s characteristics such as reload time, fire rate etc. Brothers in Arms 3 is available only on the Play Store for Android users.

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Modern Combat 5

This action game is one of the best online FPS on mobile. In the game of Modern Combat 5, you play as a super soldier who is the team leader and has to lead the members to triumph by snipping enemies, shooting terrorists, shooting down helicopters and much more.
Modern Combat 5 has a 5v5 mode where you can play against other players from around the globe. There is a voice chat option which you can use to talk to your teammates and coordinate your strikes. The graphics of the game is of excellent realistic quality.
Modern Combat 5 allows you to find your best-suited playstyle from the wide options of Bounty Hunter, Kommander, assault, Recon, Snipper, Heavy, Support, Sapper or X-1 Morph. For you to win and progress on the top of the leaderboard in this game you must be quick and your reflexes at their best.

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Xenowerk

If you are someone who does not like complex storylines Xenowerk is the best action game for you. It has gained popularity for the simplicity of its controls. Xenowerk has 70 levels to play and delve into with increasing complexity.
In the game you play as a lone soldier who scouts around five distinct amenities that are crawling with bloodthirsty and ghastly aliens. Your aim is to aim and shoot the alien creatures by following through the maps. You must eradicate all the mutants and destroy all the nets to stop them from spreading. The weapon and gear range in the game is wide and they are all upgradeable.
Xenowerk has a gameplay that is extremely fluidic, and the visuals and graphics are quite good. One of the best aspects of this game is that it can be downloaded on played on low-end smartphones as well.

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Shadowgun Legends

Shadowgun Legends are set up in a science fiction world where mankind is under the attack of a fatal alien invasion. In the game you will get to shoot down alien drones blowing up alien heads and blasting away power stations in the most magnificent way. You can interact with real players and explore over hundreds of missions on 4 distinct planets.
This alien shooter game offers real-time PvP battles where you can team up with your friends to fight in 4v4 battle or fight against one of your friends in the 1v1 duels. The gameplay is extremely smooth, and the visuals are spot on.
The weapons in this game are exciting, especially due to the presence of some elements of RPG. You can choose from over 700 weapons, including assault rifles, heavy machine guns, pistols, sniper rifles, shotguns and more. You can make your weapons fun by customising them by applying different skins.

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Injustice 2

Injustice 2 is a story continuation of the hit game “Injustice: God Among Us”. This is one of the best superheroes fighting game. This app is made by the fans of DC superheroes in mind. In the game, you can assemble a dream team of your favourite superheroes such as Wonder Woman, Batman, Flash and fight the forces against you.
Injustice 2 is basically a fighting game between superheroes where you can upgrade your favourite DC superhero using the rewards to obtain by winning fights. The game also allows you to challenge your friends into combat or assemble a league with them. You can enter yourself into PvP area to combat against players from around the globe to become a champion.
The games cinematics are stunning and exceptional because of its console-quality which means all your superhero combats will be in high definition. Injustice 2 is a dream come true for DC fans where they can download the app and unite their own Justice League.

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Dragon Ball Legend

This game is ideal for the Dragon Ball fan base. If you loved this anime series Dragon Ball Legend will be fun for you because it correctly portrays the fighting style, the powers of the characters and even the voices of the characters from the series are accurate. Even if you aren’t aware of the anime series it is a great fighting game with quality animation and graphics.
Dragon Ball Legend is a card action battle game with intuitive controls. In the game, you can participate in real-time battles against Dragon Ball fans from distinct regions of the world and play as the new characters created by Akira Toriyama.
The uniqueness of the game is that it runs in the portrait mode and the controls are very easy even for first-time players, because it uses a swipe and tap-based system for moving and creating basic attacks.

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So, go on to download your favourite action game to experience the thrill and excitement all these above-discussed games offer.