The top May 2016 mobile gaming ideas showcases a number of innovation regarding general user experience and interactive games as a marketing tool.
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Top 20 Mobile Gaming Ideas in May
From Panic-Alleviating Games to Ephemeral App-Install Campaigns:
Rebecca Byers — May 28, 2016 — Tech
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Physical Touchscreen Toys
The 'Pocket Racing 2.0' Racing Cars React to the On-Screen Action
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Nostalgic Smartphone Controllers
The 'SNES30' Bluetooth Game Controller Allows for Classic Gaming
18
Toy-Incorporating Game Platforms
The 'Yibu' Gaming Platform Blends Real World Toys with Digital
17
Shoppable Socialite Gaming Apps
The Kim Kardashian Hollywood Game Links to the Spring Web Store
16
Math-Oriented Design Games
The Engare Video Game Lets Consumers Create Patterns Using Mathematics
15
Ephemeral App-Install Campaigns
Cookie Jam is the First to Roll-Out App-Install Ads on Snapchat
14
VR Easter Egg Hunts
The Egg Hunt Game by SapientNitro Puts a Virtual Twist on an Easter Tradition
13
Interactive Canine Safety Apps
The Dog's Story App Helps Children Learn About Dog Safety
12
Playful Phone Websites
This Site Advertises the LG Friends with Quirky Games
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Competitive Gaming News Apps
The Yahoo Esports App is Designed to Keep Gamers in the Loop
10
Virtual Stock Games
The Vestly App Hosts Stock Trading Contests Where Players Win Real Money
9
Enriching Games Apps
The PBS Kids Games App Keeps Children Stimulated Via Fun Games
8
Student-Designed Gaming Festivals
The Level Up 2016 Student Games Showcase Honors Young Developers
7
Virtual Golf Apps
The 'Dell Play Through' App Lets Users Play a Course Through the City of Austin
6
Playable Force Touch Ads
mNectar Lets Mobile Game Developers Promote with Interactive Campaigns
5
Revived Retro Gaming Devices
The Game Boy Zero
4
Promotional Guacamole Games
Free Guacamole is a Prize for Chipotle's Spot-the-Difference Game
3
Gamified Dental Devices
The Playbrush Turns Children's Toothbrushes Into Gaming Controllers
2
Video Game Paper Murals
This Super Mario-Themed Mural Was Made Using Thousands of Post-it Notes
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Panic-Alleviating Games
The Mobile Game Flowy Helps Anxiety Sufferers Manage Panic Attacks
Related Ideas
Co-Branded Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone x Galaxy Concept by Michael Ma Combines Aesthetics
Gaming Console Smartphones
The Nintendo Switch Phone Concept by Ivan Llaneza Prioritizes Play
Sliding Gamer Smartphone Concepts
This Sony PlayStation XPERIA Smartphone is Built for Play
Mobile Game Release Pranks
Pocket Pair is Releasing a Mobile Version of 'Palworld' on April 1
Emotionally Rewarding Multiplayer Games
Toca Boca Days Helps Tweens Find a Sense of Belonging
Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers
The 'PocketPlay' iPhone Gaming Controller is Feature-Rich
Motion-Sensing Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Nova' Handheld Game Console is Sensor-Laden
Smartphone Interface Trial Apps
The Samsung 'Try Galaxy’ App Lets Users Experience a New UI
Discount Retailer Mobile Apps
Family Dollar Debuted a New Mobile Shopping App for Customers
AI Pet Care Apps
Healthcare App TTcare is a CES 2023 Innovation Awards Honoree
K-Pop Mobile Games
YG Entertainment Announced 'BLACKPINK The Game' for Android and iOS
Gamified Stress Reduction Apps
The 'URSO' Mental Health Gaming App is Fun and Engaging
Gamified Shopping Apps
Yaysay Combines AI-Powered Personalization & Gamification
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Interactive Gamified Restaurant Apps
The 'BAOverse' App Was Created in Collaboration with HATO
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Web3 Mobile Racing Games
'Dogamí Academy' is a Web3-Based Dog Racing Game on Mobile
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Phones
The Samsung Young Entertainer Nods to Earlier Eras
Audio-Focused Party Games
Wilder and Doing Things Team Up to Launch The Audio Game
Gen Alpha Social Media Apps
'SendIt' is Designed for Youth to Socialize through Games and Chatting
Gamified Home Chore Apps
Developers Showcased a Gamified Home Chore App at Meta's Hackathon 2023
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
Cloud-Based Retro Gamer Apps
The Polymega App Offers Access to Nostalgic Titles
Science-Backed Literacy Games
Kangaroo Cravings is a Learn-to-Read Game Based on Brain Science
Color-Blasting AR Games
Samsung's Can You Beat the Box is an Exclusive Digital Game
Shoppable Hybrid Apps
Lemon8 is a New Social Media App Combining Aspects of Instagram & Pinterest
AR-Powered Cereal Games
General Mills Releases a New Digital Monster Game for Consumers
Feline-Centric Animated Games
The Little Kitty, Big City Game is Launching on May 9th
Hyper-Personalized Wellness Apps
28 Seeks to Empower Women on Their Wellness Journey
Cartoon Mascot Farming Games
Sunblink Announced 'Hello Kitty Island Adventure' for Apple Arcade
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Nugget-Inspired Video Games
McDonalds and The Sandbox Create the McNuggets Land Game
Mobile Economy Board Games
Scopely Released 'Monopoly Go' on Android and iOS Devices
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
Rewarding Gen-Z Learning Apps
Kadama Aims to Make Learning More Accessible and Fun Online
Raw Thought Organization Apps
The 'Memosa' App Turns Ideas and Rambling into Organized Text
Preschool Gaming Subscriptions
The Piknik App Subscription Service Shares Games for Preschoolers
Musician-Themed Online Games
Fortnite Festival Lets Players Get in on the Concert Action
Dynamic Mobile Fashion Games
Tommy Hilfiger Unveils a New Mobile Fashion Game Called FashionVerse
Battle-Map Mobile Game Launches
Call of Duty Announces at the Upcoming Warzone Mobile Game
Interactive AR Experiences
The Sendit App Engaged Gen Alpha on Valentine's Day
Gen Z Sports Apps
Stadium Live is Aiming to Entice Gen Z Consumers with Immersive Experiences
Immersive Digital Experiences
Kraft and Nexus Studios Join on the Immersive Mayoverse
Nostalgic Motion Games
Hungry Hungry Hippos: Move N' Munch Reimagines a Classic Game with AI Tech
TikTok-Inspired Music Features
Spotify Showcased a Redesigned Homepage for its Mobile App
Exercise-Focused Gaming Apps
The Smart 5min x Suika Game is Entertaining and Beneficial
Expansive Touchscreen Control Games
The Assassins Creed Mirage Game Expands to iPhones and iPads
Rewarding App-Based Games
Pick n Pay Introduces the New 'Smart Hopper' Game for Shoppers
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Mobile Game Discovery Platforms
Nostra's 'Discovery' Makes Games Available from Phone Lockscreens
Organization Digital Games
Witch Beam Games Develops the Unpacking Game for Mobile
Web3 Mobile Card Games
The NFT-Based Card Game 'Axie Infinity: Origins' is Coming to iOS
Artist-Inspired Game Events
Lady Gaga Will Make Her Digital Debut in the Fortnite Festival
Shopping App Football Games
This In-App Game from Klarna Provide Rewards for Football Fans
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Exclusive Gamer Gift Cards
Candy Crush Saga Gift Cards Share a 48-Hour Unlimited Lives Bonus
Healthy Relationship-Focused Apps
The Official App Helps One Maintain Healthy Romantic Relations
Childrens TV Show Games
Paramount is Launching a Paw Patrol Game with Immersive Gamebox
Multi-Position Smartphone Controllers
The 'Telegun' Smartphone Controller Works in Two Modes
Authenticated Product Review Apps
This App Matchers Shoppers With Brands Looking For Reviews
Series-Inspired Chess Games
The Queen’s Gambit Chess Puts Fans in the Action
Rewarding Dance Apps
Desperados Dance Club Brings the Uplifting Benefits of Movement to Gen Z
Mobile HIIT Games
'Run Legends' is Part of Talofa Games' Mission of Making Healthy Games
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Virtual Game Tourism Campaigns
Cape Town Launches a Virtual Game for a New Tourism Campaign
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Merge-and-Battle Mobile Games
Zynga's Socialpoint Releases the 'Top Troops' Combat Game
Realistic Language Learning Apps
The 'Kasti' App Lets Users Add Words They'll Use Everyday
Problem-Based Website Ideas
Painkiller Ideas Offers a Database of Real Consumer Problems
Kid-Focused Finance Apps
ABN Amro Launches a Financial Literacy App for Children
Employee Task Applications
Home Depot Launches a Mobile App to Prioritize Employee Tasks
Producer Gaming Studios
Bloodpop Created 'Genpop Interactive' to Mix Gaming with Pop Culture
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Earth-Honoring AR Games
Balenciaga Launches the Regenerative Agriculture Experience
Virtual Pet Gaming Launches
Niantic Prepares to Launch its Peridot Game on May 9th
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Mobile Game Platform Expansions
Google is Expanding its 'Play Games' Windows Application
Hidden Social App Mini-Games
Instagram Entices Users with Hidden Games in Their DMs
Inclusive Children's Apps
Pok Pok Offers Culturally-Specific Content for Global Audiences
Augmented Reality Hunting Games
Capcom and Niantic are Launching 'Monster Hunter Now'
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Mobile Game Sequels
Persona 5: The Phantom Thieves Continues the Persona Story on Mobile
Gore-Filled Mobile Games
NetherRealm Studios Announced a New Mobile Mortal Kombat Title
Home Decor Mobile Apps
Pottery Barn Officially Launches its Mobile App and New Design
Emotional Awareness Apps
Crown Institute Debuts an Emotional Learning App Inspired by Inside Out
AI-Fueled Upcoming Apps
OpenAI Officially Launches a Free ChatGPT App Platform for iOS.
Mobile Streaming App Stories
Twitch is Rolling Out a Daily 'Story' Feature on its Mobile App
iOS-Influenced Travel Apps
Uber’s Redesigned App Uses the Latest iPhone Features on iOS 16
Turkey-Based Game Studios
Frantic Games Raised $2.4 Million to Develop Engaging Mobile Games
Interactive Digital VR Games
Horizon Worlds Launches the New Super Rumble Social VR Game
Authenticated News Apps
Digital Trust Network 'Click' Challenges the Threat of Misinformation
Tile-Based Word Games
Apple Recently Rolls Out its New Quartiles Game Discreetly
Immersive Language Games
Noun Town Puts a Gamified Spin on Learning a New Language
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Creature-Capturing Mobile Games
Young Horses Announced a Port of 'BugSnax' for iOS and MacOS
Dedicated Gaming Gear Shops
The Samsung Game Portal is Launching in 30 Countries
Home Decor Apps
Pottery Barn Kids and Pottery Barn Teen Launch Mobile Apps for E-Commerce Sales
Iconic Action Game Ports
Supergiant Games' 'Hades' is Coming to iOS Devices via Netflix Games
Custom AI Charades
This App Can Generate Fun Categories and Ideas Within Minutes
Conceptual Gamified Sleep Apps
'Sleep Quest' is an Early-Stage Gamified Sleep App for iOS
Seamless Automotive Shopping Apps
Awin Group of Dealerships Launches Mobile App to Enhance CX
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
Mixed-Reality Treasure Hunts
EE is Kicking Off Its Inaugural Game Day with a Special Treasure Hunt
Word Search Phone Games
Word Hunter is a Vocabulary-Building Game for Your Phone
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
Short-Form Gaming Video Apps
'FreshCut' is TikTok for Video Games and Gaming News
Mobile Esports Events
Tribe Gaming Partners with Samsung for a Mobile Gaming Event in Las Vegas
Curated Newsreading Apps
The 'Samsung News' App Offers Access to Diverse News Media Sources
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Media Release Monitoring Apps
The 'Upcoming' App Helps Users Track Favorite Media and Explore
Smartphone Game Feature Expansions
Apple's iPhone Event Announced its Upcoming Game Launches
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Animated Sleep-Tracking Mobile Games
The Pokémon Sleep Feature Will Be Arriving Later this Summer
Fantasy World-Inspired Mobile Games
Heroes of Middle-Earth is an Upcoming Mobile Game from EA
Relaxed Interactive Mobile Games
Nintendo and Niantic Join Forces on the Pikmin Finder Game
Mobile Convenience Apps
Kum & Go Unveils its New Mobile Shopping Platform and Rewards Program
Lighthearted Mobile Shooter Games
Mech Shooter Game Little Big Robots Launches on Mobile
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Mobile-Specific Esports Ceremonies
The Esports Awards and Matt Rutledge Launch 'The Mobies'
Gamer Organization Apps
Skich Debuts New Features for its Tinder-Style Game Recommendation App
Anime Service-Backed Games
Crunchyroll is Adding Mobile Games to its Subscription-Based Offerings
Lighthearted Meme Apps
Goodday is a Meme App Designed to Inspire Happiness
Convention-Based Esports Events
The Snapdragon Pro Series Will Be Held at DreamHack Japan
Subscription-Based Mobile Games
Netflix Unveils the TMNT: Shredder's Revenge Mobile Game
Avatar-Centric Gaming Activities
Interactive New Meta Quests are Added to the Horizon Worlds
QSR Rewards Interfaces
California Pizza Kitchen Launches an Updated Mobile App and Perks
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Auto-Running Mobile Games
Ultimate Sackboy is a New LittleBigPlanet Game Launching Soon
High-Tier Esports Tournaments
PUBG Mobile Debuts Changes to Its Esports Partnership Program in SEA
Android-Compatible Esports Apps
ONE Esports Debuts a Mobile App for Southeast Asian Consumers
Holiday-Themed Mobile Gaming Events
Amuzo Games Presents an Easter Event Within DOBBLE GO!
Animated Series-Themed RPGs
Paramount Prepares to Launch the Avatar Generations Mobile Game
Community-Oriented Aging Apps
Melissa Gilbert Debuts the Modern Prairie Lifestyle App for Women
Nostalgic Digital Mobile Games
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis is Launching to iOS and Android
Newspaper Gaming Platforms
kr3m Crafts an Interactive, Reader-Centric Gaming Platform for Le Monde
Android-Specific Cloud Gaming
Utomik Cloud Gaming is Now Available on Android Devices for Free
Visualized Screen Time Apps
The 'Cyte' App Helps Users Search Their Digital History with Ease
Engaging Rap Trivia Games
Rap Trivia is a Fun Hip Hop Trivia Game