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Top 25 best console and PC conversions for Android in 2024

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Top 25 best console and PC conversions for Android in 2024

25 essential PC and console games to have in your Android collection

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Updated on February 27th, 2024 - swapped 1 game. Original list by Jon Mundy, updated by Ivan Spasojevic and Jupiter Hadley


Originality is very important to us here on PG, but a healthy library of good-quality ports is essential to the health of any gaming platform.

Especially so on mobile, where having access to the best and most beloved games in the world on your Android phone or tablet is a massive bonus. If it's at all possible to get a classic game on Android, we're all for it.

Best console and PC games on Android

Straight ports are rarely a success, however. The technical angle is covered, with modern Android devices packing crazy amounts of power. However, there needs to be careful consideration given to control systems, UIs, and visibility.

Get it wrong, and you'll find a pale shadow of a game's former glory and an experience that can only besmirch that game's heritage. Get it right on a compact screen, however, and you may just end up with a bonafide classic on your hands.

Take these 25 expert conversions for an example of how the latter can be done.

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1
Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft

Developer: Blizzard Entertainment
Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment
Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: Card battler, RPG, Strategy
Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft

Arguably the greatest card battler of all time, and also a brilliant example of how to do free-to-play properly. Add a core system that's built for touch and the customary Blizzard polish, and you have the winner that is Hearthstone.

This is the most popular choice amongst TCG lovers and a truly clever PC game on mobile. What's even better is our massive collection of Hearthstone: Heroes of War reviews and guides. We've reviewed pretty much any expansion and feature, so feel free to check those out if you're curious.

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2
Football Manager 2024 Mobile

Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: Sports
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Football Manager 2024 Mobile

Football Manager 2024 Mobile gives you the full-on soccer management experience with streamlined touch controls. There's no deeper game on this list.

The touch of 'touch' makes FM24 a great choice even on the smaller screen, without losing any of its key features we've all come to know and love from the bigger screens or consoles. It's one of the best similar simulations that you can find on mobile.

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3
Knights of the Old Republic II

Publisher: Aspyr Media
Available on: iOS + Android + Steam
Genre: RPG
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Knights of the Old Republic II

It's the follow-up to one of the greatest RPGs ever made (which you can find further up this list) and a pretty darned great one in its own right. KOTOR 2 is the long-anticipated Star Wars sequel it's OK to like.

If you're looking for a delightful experience with pretty decent graphics and a stunning narrative, you should definitely check this one out. It's a classic.

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4
Bad North: Jotunn Edition

Developer: Raw Fury Games
Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: Strategy
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Bad North: Jotunn Edition

A brilliant port of one of the finest strategy games in recent years. There are roguelike and tower defence elements to this crisp, intense tactical experience.

The graphics, while simple at first glance, give the game all the flair it needs to be featured on this list. That, and the gameplay of course. It's easily one of the best console games on Android. When you decide to start your Viking-brawling island-defending adventure, you should also take a look at our Bad North: Jotunn Edition guide.

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5
Her Story

Developer: Sam Barlow
Publisher: Sam Barlow
Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: Adventure, Simulation
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Her Story

Her Story is a narrative-driven game where you are put in the role of a detective, looking to go through a massive data-based of clips that were taken while a woman was interviewed. There are a lot of different conversations - some relevant, and some less so. She was interviewed seven times by police, so you will need to work through all of these videos, figure out what is important, and ultimately solve this crime.

Her Story is award-winning and was one of the first of its kind. It's an amazing PC and mobile game, though I would recommend some earbuds when playing!

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6
Gwent: The Witcher Card Game

Publisher: CD Projekt Red
Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: Card battler
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Gwent: The Witcher Card Game

There wouldn't be a complete best PC games on mobile list without a Witcher mention, would it? No, we're not talking about THAT game - those waiting for a Witcher 3 conversion will have to keep on dreaming. We talk about the next best thing - one of the best PC games ported to Android.

Until that happens, however, you can play the brilliant strategy card game from that beloved RPG on your Android device. We love everything Witcher-related, so we've compiled a small list of guides and tips to help you out too - make sure to check them out if you're a new player!

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7
XCOM: Enemy Within

Publisher: 2K
Available on: iOS + Android + Steam
Genre: Strategy
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XCOM: Enemy Within

The latest XCOM games are the finest squad-based strategy games around, and they work wonderfully on mobile too. It's remarkable how faithful this feels on Android.

Well-rounded and featuring all the key elements that make a game like XCOM stand out, this one is exactly what you'd want when picturing XCOM on mobile.

What's that I hear? You aren't sure how XCOM is? Say no more - all you need to do is read our XCOM: Enemy Within review and you'll learn everything there is to know about this brilliant strategic masterpiece.

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8
GRID Autosport

Publisher: Feral Interactive
Available on: iOS + Android + Switch
Genre: Racing
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GRID Autosport

There are plenty of brilliant mobile racers that justifiably claim to be console-quality, but none have delivered the real thing to the extent of GRID Autosport. It's a deep, technically astonishing slab of premium racing action.

The graphics and gameplay make it one of the best console games on Android in 2024, so make sure to check it out if you're into racing games. You can also read our GRID Autosport review.

For those wondering how to improve at this premium racer, we've got you covered too! We've put together a GRID Autosport guide to help you race better, so make sure to read it if you're trying to improve your mobile driving skills.

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9
Slay the Spire

Publisher: Humble Bundle
Available on: iOS + Android + Steam
Genre: Card battler
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Slay the Spire

Despite being an imperfect port, Slay The Spire on Android remains the king of card battlers and an endlessly replayable roguelite masterpiece.

With unique gameplay and less-than-amazing-but-still-decent graphics (yeah, sadly it feels better on the console) this game could easily become close to impossible in the later stages. So if you're up for the challenge, by all means, go ahead and give it a shot!

For those of you who are about to try it, think about checking the Slay the Spire tier list where we have sorted all of the cards from best to worst.

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10
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition

Developer: Overhaul Games
Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: RPG
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition

Another gaming gem that is a must in case you are a fan of the RPG genre. The well-written story, characters that are vivid and charismatic and overall great gameplay make it an old but great game to have and immerse into, even years after its original release. How many? We'll tell you in just a second - but before that, you can read more about our experience playing it in our Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition review though.

If you didn't know better, you could've said this game was released just days ago - who would have thought that this game was released 20 years ago?

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11
Vampire Survivors

Available on: iOS + Android + Steam
Genre: Action
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Vampire Survivors

Here we have another roguelike game that is definitely worth your attention. Addictive and dynamic gameplay, together with hundreds of possible item combinations make this game one of the best in its genre. At each level, you will have to face many dangerous monsters, collect and upgrade various items and weapons, and survive for 30 minutes. Each run here is unique, and every next level brings some new challenges for you.

Sounds interesting? You can also read our Vampire Survivors review to learn more about the title. On top of that, we have a lot of other guides on our website, including the best characters tier list, weapon evolution combos, and many more.

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12
Death Road to Canada

Developer: Madgarden
Publisher: RocketCat Games
Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG
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Death Road to Canada

A dungeon crawler with a modern, zombie-filled twist, Death Road to Canada has you making your way across a ravaged America with a motley crew of personalities.

This game is as exciting as it is excruciatingly infuriating at times. Sometimes you can't seem to catch a breather from the hordes ambushing you when all you really want to do is to take a step back and recharge (or just give your fingers a break). Nonetheless, it's amazing - read our Death Road to Canada review if you need further convincing!

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13
Banner Saga 2

Publisher: Stoic Studio
Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: RPG, Strategy
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Banner Saga 2

Somehow improving on the majestic original in every way without shifting the formula at all, this is a stunning Norse-inflected RPG with a highly tactical turn-based combat system.

The graphics and narrative are absolutely stunning, and there are no words to express just how well-done this adaptation is. It's one of the games that leaves you wanting for more and more every time. We've mentioned that and a lot more details in our Banner Saga 2 review, which you should go ahead and read right away!

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14
Kingdom: Two Crowns

Publisher: Raw Fury Games
Available on: iOS + Android + Steam + Switch
Genre: Adventure, RPG, Sports
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Kingdom: Two Crowns

Kingdom Two Crowns started life as a PC and console game, but its simple 'run left and right' gameplay means it suits mobile to a tee. Building up your pixel-art kingdom is a delight whatever you're playing on. With its pixelated visuals and more than one approach to the gameplay, it's hard not to tailor it to your own style and quickly fall in love with it.

Some might argue that this game feels even better on mobile, but let's not get ahead of ourselves - for starters, it's one thing playing it on a bigger screen and another playing it on a tiny handheld device. Still, it's one game you should play at least once (if not, time and time again - that's what we do)!

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15
League of Legends: Wild Rift

Developer: Tencent
Publisher: Tencent
Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: MOBA
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League of Legends: Wild Rift

An outstanding game that started on PC ages ago, League of Legends is a title anyone might recognise in one way or another. When it was first announced on mobile (under the title League of Legends: Wild Rift), fans were ecstatic - many have spent thousands of hours in the game, and can now dive into one of their favourite PC games on Android at any moment.

When it comes to the quality of the game itself, Wild Rift is everything you need it to be and a little extra more - new champions are released regularly, the game gets updated almost weekly, and there is no shortage of events either. If MOBAs are your bread and butter, or you love playing them on PC, you need to try this title. Chances are, you will love it as much as we did! Oh, and once you do, make sure to check our Wild Rift tier list and all the other individual champion guides we've created!

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16
Cultist Simulator

Publisher: Weather Factory
Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: Card/board game, Strategy
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Cultist Simulator

Cultist Simulator is tough to pin down. It's a narrative card game with elements of strategy and deck building and a massive dose of trial and error.

The only thing that's plain to see in this enigma of a game is the quality of its Android conversion. It's absolutely spot-on, and that makes it arguably better on mobile because of its more... hands-on approach. Read our Cultist Simulator review if you want to know why this cartoonish-card cultist creation is so captivating (mind the c's).

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17
Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap

Publisher: Dotemu
Available on: iOS + Android + Switch
Genre: Action, Platform, Retro
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Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap

Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap is a stunning remake of a forgotten 8-bit platformer classic, brought bang up to date with beautifully sharp cartoon graphics. We're extremely glad it made its way to mobile with vastly improved visuals and similar ecstatic gameplay.

We also have a Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap review, so if you are curious about how this old but beautiful game is, you should read it.

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18
This War of Mine

Publisher: 11 bit studios
Available on: iOS + Android + Steam
Genre: Action, Simulation
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This War of Mine

A rare mobile game that can move you to the core. This War of Mine is a stealthy platform survival game that's emotive, unforgiving, and truly heartbreaking.

If you're familiar with it from the bigger screens, you might be taken aback by the slightly smaller visuals, but still, it's one of the best PC games for Android that packs a punch (to say the least). In This War of Mine review we've mentioned just how difficult it could be at times to play this game, so... consider yourself warned?

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19
Alien: Isolation

Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: Action, Adventure, Shooter
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Alien: Isolation

Alien: Isolation is a horror thriller that has been around for quite some time. It's now made its way onto mobile devices, best played with headphones if you want more of a terrifying experience. In this game, you will find yourself exploring a spaceship that your mother went missing in, 15 years ago. The thing that killed your mother is still on the ship and is now hunting for you. You can use weapons to defend yourself, but the ammo is limited, so you will need to ensure to save it if you want to make it out alive.

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20
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

Publisher: Square Enix
Available on: iOS + Android + 3DS
Genre: RPG
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

Square Enix moved heaven and Earth to make its joyful JRPG feel native to Android, including shifting the perspective to portrait view and implementing a new quicksave system. It worked.

The result is one of the best JRPGs that feel wonderful to dive into, despite the graphics being a tad old. You can read more about our experience playing the game in the Dragon Quest VIII review, and if you think it's a great console conversion on Android for you, go ahead and download it. It'll give you plenty of great content to play through.

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21
Minecraft

Developer: Mojang
Publisher: Mojang
Available on: iOS + Android + Windows Phone + Xperia Play
Genre: Adventure, Brain training
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Minecraft

Minecraft is the videogame that all the kids played before Fortnite came along, and also the game that almost single-handedly kicked off the whole 'build your own fun' craze.

It's pretty great on mobile too, despite requiring some time to adapt to the touchscreen controls and lack of 1-action buttons. We mentioned that in greater detail in our Minecraft review though, so if you want to read about it, that's where you'll find our experience playing it. Still, it's brilliant.

If you decide to go ahead and purchase the game though, you should also check our ever-increasing collection of Minecraft Pocket Edition articles. We've got everything you might need, from crafting recipes to how to complete certain achievements.

Minecraft is, and will probably always be, one of the best console games on Android we will get - the number of players it has amassed over the years is living proof of that!

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22
Brawlhalla

Publisher: Blue Mammoth Games
Available on: iOS + Android + Switch
Genre: Action, Multiplayer
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Brawlhalla

A brilliant free-to-play multiplayer brawler with more than a twang of Smash Bros. to it. Brawlhalla has been a massive hit on other platforms, and it plays just as well on mobile.

The controls are smooth, the graphics are clean, and the characters... well, they're as great as ever. There's no better competitive action-packed adaptation that lets you enjoy such a fast-paced brawl. We even have some basic Brawlhalla tips to help you out!

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23
Game Dev Tycoon

Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: Simulation
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Game Dev Tycoon

It took five years to arrive on mobile, but Game Dev Tycoon truly feels like it belongs on the platform. It's a remarkably well-done simulation game full of clever writing and genuine suspense.

The game feels exactly how a dedicated mobile game should, and there's absolutely nothing wrong with that. create, expand and manage your own business and immerse yourself into this addictive sim - and read our Game Dev Tycoon review before you do all that. Once you start playing, you should also take a look at some Game Dev Tycoon tips meant to help you get better at the game.

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24
Little Nightmares

Developer: Tarsier Studios
Publisher: Playdigious
Available on: iOS + Android + Steam + Switch
Genre: Platform, Puzzle, Stealth
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Little Nightmares

Another horror, but the last one, we promise. Little Nightmares has a very fitting title, as you'll encounter horrific monsters and dreadful situations while being so tiny that everything looks scary enough already. Anyway, you'll take a role of Six, in their small yellow raincoat, and try to run away from Maw. That's an entity which is a home of countless twisted souls that are looking for their next victim. Guess who that is...

Atmospheric music will boost the feeling of dread that you'll feel every step of the way, trying to run away and end this horrific nightmare world. In essence, this is a puzzle platformer that's very similar to Limbo, but in my opinion, it's a bit more dreadful, even though both games are worth playing, even if you're not a huge fan of horror or platformers.

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ARK: Survival Evolved

Available on: iOS + Android
Genre: Action, Multiplayer, Stealth
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ARK: Survival Evolved

This highly regarded first-person survival game comes to mobile virtually in one piece. It's big and extremely unforgiving, but few other games of this kind are as rewarding.

With realistic console-quality graphics and a dinosaur-packed adventure, ARK: Survival Evolved is the perfect title to complete our list.

Have you read our ARK: Survival Evolved review yet? If you haven't and still don't know much about this game, you should go ahead and check it out. Then, if you're ready to start your survival story, you should read some of our beginner tips.

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Jon Mundy
Jon Mundy
Jon is a consummate expert in adventure, action, and sports games. Which is just as well, as in real life he's timid, lazy, and unfit. It's amazing how these things even themselves out.