Category: Mobile RPG / MMORPG

One Piece Treasure Cruise

One Piece Treasure Cruise is a mobile RPG inspired by the One Piece anime and manga. It has you building a crew of recognizable pirates, tackling bite-sized story chapters, and winning battles through simple, timing-based tap inputs that feel more like an action rhythm game than a traditional menu-driven RPG.

Publisher: Namco Bandai
Playerbase: High
Type: RPG
Release Date: February 09, 2015
Pros: +Strong sense of adventure and progression. +Story presentation that respects the source material. +Tap-timing combat that stays engaging.
Cons: -Progress can feel sluggish at points. -Occasional shortages of key upgrade resources.

Soul Hunters

Soul Hunters blends side-scrolling RPG action with hero collecting and light real-time strategy. You build a roster of characters, strengthen them through upgrades and promotions, then deploy a five-hero squad through a mostly linear campaign or into competitive Arena fights. Combat is built around positioning and well-timed skill usage as you push through waves of enemies.

Publisher: Lilith Games
Playerbase: Medium
Type: Mobile RPG
Release Date: June 24, 2015
PvP: Arena
Pros: +Memorable, stylized visuals. +Huge roster with 80+ heroes to chase. +Multiple PvP avenues.
Cons: -Monetization can tilt balance. -Core loop feels familiar for the genre. -Lacks audio.

Stellacept Online

Stellacept Online is a free-to-play mobile MMORPG that blends science fiction tech with fantasy aesthetics in a large, persistent open world. It leans heavily into quest-driven progression, mixes action inputs with light auto-targeting, and supports flexible character building through nine weapon types rather than locked classes. Between its cutscenes, story beats, and surprisingly “console-like” presentation for a phone title, it aims to be a more narrative-focused alternative to the typical grind-first mobile MMO.

Publisher: Asobimo, Inc.
Playerbase: High
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: July 16, 2015
Pros: +Sharp, high-end visuals for mobile. +Questing backed by a memorable story and cutscenes. +Classless weapon system encourages experimentation.
Cons: -The core loop can start to feel samey over longer sessions.

Vainglory

Vainglory is a free-to-play mobile MOBA built around fast, tactical 3 vs 3 matches, responsive tap controls, and a console-like presentation. It stands out on phones and tablets thanks to sharp 3D visuals, smooth animation, and a roster of Heroes that supports both quick casual play and more serious ranked competition.

Publisher: Super Evil Megacorp
Playerbase: High
Type: Mobile MOBA
Release Date: November 16, 2014
Pros: +Excellent visuals for mobile. +Tap controls feel accurate and readable. +Plenty of Heroes and viable builds. +Monetization stays largely cosmetic and fair.
Cons: -Matchmaking can feel uneven at times. -Limited to a single core map and rule set. -AFKs and early leavers can ruin close games.

Puzzle and Dragons

Puzzle & Dragons is a mobile match-three RPG with MMO-like social hooks, best known for being a massive hit in Japan and for turning simple orb-matching into surprisingly strategic dungeon runs. The basic idea is easy to grasp, but long-term play revolves around building a roster of monsters, assembling teams around elemental synergies, and learning how to squeeze maximum damage out of each board.

Publisher: Gungho Online Entertainment
Playerbase: High
Type: Puzzle Game
Release Date: November 8, 2012 (NA/EU)
Pros: +Approachable early game and clear basics. +Simple rules with a high skill ceiling. +Huge monster roster to chase. +A large amount of dungeons and content.
Cons: -Stamina limits how long you can play in one sitting.

Toram Online

Toram Online is a free-to-play anime MMORPG built for mobile, offering a bright 3D presentation, a seamless open world to explore, and a quest flow that leans heavily into story scenes and cinematic cut-ins. Its moment-to-moment play revolves around traditional tap-target combat, frequent boss encounters in instanced arenas, and steady character growth through gear, stats, and skills. It also serves as a follow-up to IRUNA Online, sharing a similar fantasy foundation while aiming for a more modern look and smoother overall pacing.

Publisher: Asobimo Inc.
Playerbase: Medium
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: May 14, 2015 (iOS NA Release)
Pros: +Shared open world that feels alive. +Excellent soundtrack. +Story quests with frequent scenes.
Cons: -Progression can be grindy. -Tap-target combat will not suit everyone.

Evolution: Battle for Utopia

Evolution: Battle for Utopia blends sci-fi shooting with the long-term planning of a base-building MMO. You play as a stranded soldier on a hostile alien world, pushing into dangerous zones to recover allies and supplies, then returning home to expand a fortified outpost that can be attacked by other players.

Publisher: My.com
Playerbase: Medium
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: April 2, 2014
PvP: Yes
Pros: +Polished presentation and solid production values. +An uncommon mix of shooter action and base strategy. +Plays without energy timers gating sessions.
Cons: -Monetization can tilt power in competitive play. -Difficulty ramps up noticeably later. -Rare cloud/save hiccups can occur.

Star Legends

Star Legends is a free-to-play sci-fi MMORPG built for mobile, with bright, cartoon-styled visuals and bite-sized adventuring across instanced ships and space facilities. It leans into approachable, tap-friendly controls, co-op play that quickly groups you with others, and a steady stream of missions and gear drops that keep progression moving without demanding hardcore MMO commitment.

Publisher: Spacetime Games
Playerbase: Medium
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: October 12, 2011
Pros: +Very accessible for newcomers and younger players. +Constant gear upgrades and collectibles. +Fun space setting.
Cons: -Aged presentation and occasional audio oddities. -No longer receiving new content updates. -Intermittent server instability.

The World of Magic

IMO: The World of Magic is a side-scrolling open world 2D MMORPG featuring several playable classes, nostalgic pixel-style visuals, and upgradeable characters with plenty of gear and stat customization. Step into a sprawling retro world as a Warrior, Ranger, or Magician, battling monsters, running quests, and hunting for loot so you can power up for PvP encounters and dungeon runs.

Publisher: Com2uS
Playerbase: High
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: April 15, 2010 (NA/EU)
Pros: +Expansive persistent world. +Appealing retro pixel graphics. +Strong social and community tools.
Cons: +Interface feels dated and clumsy. -Old school visuals may turn some players away.

Chain Chronicle

Chain Chronicle is a free-to-play, anime-styled mobile MMORPG that mixes party-based RPG progression with a lane-based defense battle system. Instead of relying on standard turn rotations, fights play out across multiple lanes where positioning matters, and swapping units at the right moment is often the difference between holding the line and getting overwhelmed. It is also a notably polished mobile title for its era, with striking character art and extensive Japanese voice work from well-known talent.

Publisher: Gumi
Playerbase: High
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: December 8, 2014 (NA/EU)
Shut down Date: February 28, 2016
Pros: +Easy to get into and understand. +High-quality presentation for a mobile RPG. +Distinct lane-based combat. +Beautiful anime-inspired character art.
Cons: -Energy/stamina limits long play sessions. -Monetization can create power gaps.

The Global Version of Chain Chronicle has Shut Down