Mobile Games on the Rise: 6 Factors Driving Their Popularity

Back in the day, when mobile phones came into play, they were nothing but the most basic devices that enabled us to call people and send messages. Mine wasn't even able to send but only receive messages.

Oh, how plain they were! But then everything has drastically changed for the better and they've turned into omnipotent devices that are basically small computers where you can practically do anything.

One of the things you can do is play games. You can come across a variety of different genres out there and it's safe to say that mobile gaming has been blooming for a while. But what's the main reason for it? Want to know? Stay tuned!

They Are Simple, Yet Entertaining

Even though I have nothing against complex computer games, sometimes, you just need something that's fun, yet that's not going to cause a brain failure from trying to figure out how to move to the next level.

That can at times be very tiring. Fortunately, most mobile games are very simple, do not have complicated gameplay, yet are extremely entertaining. One of them is the widely popular Candy Crush.

Out there, your goal is to finish the level by swapping candies on a game board in order to create a match of at least three or more of the same color. You can't get find anything that's simpler than that, right?

It's no wonder why Candy Crush has become one of the most popular mobile games ever! If you take a look at the statistics for people playing candy crush, you will see that this game is popular among different generations and literally everywhere in the world. I'm not surprised at all!

You Can Easily Access Them

Apart from being very easy to play, what most people love about mobile games is the fact that you can easily access them. You do not need to be at a certain place or time in order to blast them off!

And that's precisely what makes this industry so inviting and loved by many (even some celebrities!) The only thing that you must have (logically) is a cell phone and voila, you can play mobile games while traveling, if you're bored at work, etc.

Of course, there's no need to remind you that you must have a solid internet connection too and that's about it! And precisely this is a convenience that you cannot find in computers or consoles.

Every single mobile game in the world is at your fingertips and by virtue of the large-format HDR displays and superb stereo speakers, you are going to have a phenomenal gaming experience. So once you combine this with easy access, it's no wonder why people have turned into mobile game addicts.

Expenses & Funding

Another major reason why mobile games are on the rise is because it doesn't take a lot of money to develop them, unlike complex computer games. Plus, let's not forget to mention the fact that they are much simpler to distribute.

Since you can never create a mobile game that's going to have out-of-this-world cinematic visuals, like computer games, developers must rely on other factors in order to make something that's captivating and engaging.

When I say this, I allude to fascinating backstories and fantastic mechanics. Just to name a few. And in order to accomplish something like that, you do not need a bunch of people. A couple of them will get the job done.

So this just goes to show that a company doesn't need to pay a lot of people to develop a high-quality mobile game, which means cheaper overhead. I'm not sure if you're familiar with the fact that some console games may cost up to $50,000,000 which could never be the case with mobile games.

They Are Pretty Sophisticated

As cell phones become very potent, so do the games that you can play on these devices. Although, as I previously concluded, mobile games cannot offer the same quality of gameplay like computer or console games can, the truth is, they are definitely not as basic as they used to be.

Namely, a vast majority of mobile games these days come with spectacular graphics and stories that are going to keep you glued to the phone. And that's all because the hardware that's inside tablets and smartphones has become a lot more sophisticated.

Not to mention the fact that game developers are constantly working on honing their skills so they could provide users with unforgettable gaming experiences.

You Do Not Need Any Accessories To Play Mobile Games

As I've concluded numerous times above, mobile games can be played anytime, anywhere, plus what makes them even more convenient (especially when compared with consoles and computer games) is the fact that you do not need any gear in order to launch them.

All you need to have is a relatively stable internet connection, along with a mobile phone and/or tablet and you're good to go. Therefore, whenever you are, for instance, stuck in traffic or waiting at the airport, you can turn to mobile gaming to kill time.

People Spend A Lot Of Time On Their Cellphones

Whether we like to admit it or not, the truth is, most people have become addicted to their mobile phones. It's like they are not sure what to do with themselves if a smartphone is not in their hands.

Many recent studies have shown that the average person spends around five hours on their mobile phone every single day. That's quite a lot, you must admit! And they are not only checking their emails, taking pictures, sending messages, and browsing the web, but they are also playing mobile games.

And since they are a lot more cost-effective in comparison to console games, they immediately become more attractive and appealing to a wider audience. People would rather just download a game than spend a substantial amount of money on computer games.

Long gone are the days when mobile games were nothing but a cheap thrill. Nowadays, they are one of the biggest sources of entertainment that have managed to bewitch people of all generations.