Top iOS Games of 2013

Welcome to VideoGamer.com's top iOS games of 2013, a list of the best videogames, created from editorial reviews on the site. It's the perfect tool to find that great game you haven't played yet, or even to find a gem for a friend or loved one as a gift.

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World War Z

Like the zombies you fight in the game, World War Z turns anyone into a howling, furious beast within seconds of contact. Full disclosure: I have not finished World War Z. I couldn't, on account of... more

Reviewed on: 30 May 2013 Platforms: iOS
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Star Trek

It's terrible, but not even fun terrible. That's all you need to know. Star Trek is an inspirational game. Not in a good way, of course. But it is... more

Reviewed on: 25 April 2013 Platforms: iOS
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3

Marbly

Sub-par work from one of the industry's true legends, Marbly is a disappointment. Another offering from Tetris creator Alexey Pajitnov, Marbly sadly comes... more

Reviewed on: 07 June 2013 Platforms: iOS
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Monsters Invade: Oz

As shallow and enjoyable as a shot of tepid rain water, and payment is a must if you insist on trudging through. Ever had a fever dream? No? Well, now you can, while you're awake, for... more

Reviewed on: 09 July 2013 Platforms: iOS
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3

Prince of Persia: The Shadow and the Flame

If you decide to play it, don't blame us. I wanted to stop playing Prince of Persia: The Shadow and The Flame after 5... more

Reviewed on: 25 July 2013 Platforms: iOS
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Riddick: The Merc Files

Even the most hardened Riddick fan will just find The Merc Files needlessly upsetting. As a supporter of mobile games, it's always a shame when a franchise makes... more

Reviewed on: 26 September 2013 Platforms: iOS
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4

Muscle Run

Good-looking, but unintentionally funny rather than genuinely enjoyable. If you can tolerate Muscle Run for long enough, it does hold some... more

Reviewed on: 12 September 2013 Platforms: iOS
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4

Football Manager 2014

A poor substitute. Notorious for demanding equal amounts of time, focus and dedication,... more

Reviewed on: 26 October 2013 Platforms: iOS
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5

Colin McRae Rally iOS

A faithful port, strictly for speed demons and masochists. You're speeding off-road through rugged terrain, gravel spitting skyward and... more

Reviewed on: 28 June 2013 Platforms: iOS
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5

The Drowning

Another failed attempt at getting the console first-person shooter onto mobile. The Drowning's like buying a Lamborghini to drive around London. Sure, it... more

Reviewed on: 08 August 2013 Platforms: iOS
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5

Lightning Fighter 2

Competent, enjoyable while it lasts, but far too shallow. If Lightning Fighter 2 is indicative of what aerial combat will be like in... more

Reviewed on: 16 August 2013 Platforms: iOS
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6

Table Top Racing

It may be stunningly unoriginal, but Table Top Racing still manages to deliver a functional racing game. Table Top Racing is the first game from Playrise Digital, an indie studio... more

Reviewed on: 01 February 2013 Platforms: iOS
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Into The Dead

Let's keep it simple: if you like zombies, buy it. I often wake up at night drenched in sweat because I didn't come up with the... more

Reviewed on: 04 June 2013 Platforms: iOS
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6

Deus Ex: The Fall

Deus Ex: The Fall is at times rewarding but, unfortunately, often frustrating. The opening location of Deus Ex: The Fall would feel like a sublime daydream... more

Reviewed on: 11 July 2013 Platforms: iOS
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6

Infinity Blade III

Enjoyable at times, and graphically at least you get what you pay for, but some poor design almost sours the whole experience. Infinity Blade 3's graphical prowess makes standard iOS games look like the... more

Reviewed on: 20 September 2013 Platforms: iOS
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Assassin's Creed Pirates

Enjoyable in shorter sessions, but too easy and grind-heavy to warrant lengthy play. Depending on your experiences with Pirates' console-based bigger brother,... more

Reviewed on: 09 December 2013 Platforms: iOS
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7

Injustice: Gods Among Us

It's Mortal Kombat's shell but with Batman. And everything's better with Batman... Statements I never thought I'd write down #1: Injustice: Gods Among Us and... more

Reviewed on: 18 April 2013 Platforms: iOS
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Layton Brothers: Mystery Room

It's really rather good... If I was developing a video game, the last title I would give it would be... more

Reviewed on: 02 July 2013 Platforms: iOS
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7

The Walking Dead: 400 Days

Less subtle than what went before, but an intriguing, quick-fire link to the next season. How did you feel during the Season One climax of Telltale Games' The Walking... more

Reviewed on: 08 July 2013 Platforms: iOS
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Baby Nom Nom

Surprisingly challenging, and oddly addictive. I was surprised to find that Baby Nom Nom - despite its cutesy name - is... more

Reviewed on: 05 August 2013 Platforms: iOS
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The Cave

Ron Gilbert's latest might have been on his mind for the last 30 years, but The Cave is a deft combination of old and new, classic and modern. Ron Gilbert claims to have had the idea for The Cave bouncing around his... more

Reviewed on: 22 January 2013 Platforms: iOS
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Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons

The best way to play the game on consoles and it's very much worth playing if you're yet to experience it. Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons could be this year's Journey. Just like the... more

Reviewed on: 07 August 2013 Platforms: iOS
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Batman: Arkham Origins

A worthy addition to the Arkham franchise. Batman: Arkham Origins is a wonderful version of somebody else's game. While... more

Reviewed on: 24 October 2013 Platforms: iOS
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Rayman Fiesta Run

The UbiArt engine continues to shine and Fiesta Run is an excellent addition to it, but a third mobile game will need to do something new. Thanks to a reinvention and the UbiArt engine, Rayman has never been more... more

Reviewed on: 08 November 2013 Platforms: iOS
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8

The Walking Dead: Season Two, Episode One – All That Remains

As openers go, this is a strong debut to the second season, with Clementine a superb choice of protagonist. It's good to see Clementine again. It's been a while since the apocalypse... more

Reviewed on: 18 December 2013 Platforms: iOS
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Rymdkapsel

Rymdkapsel is hard to put down. You’ll miss your bus stop, play it on the toilet and ignore your family. It stands up as one of the best mobile strategy games on the market. Hi, my name's Kirk and I'm an addict. My vice costs as much as a bus ticket,... more

Reviewed on: 06 August 2013 Platforms: iOS
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FIFA 14

Better than the 360/PS3 versions in more than just looks, this is the best version of FIFA 14 you can buy. Inviting as FIFA 14 iOS' freemium payment structure is - especially if you... more

Reviewed on: 01 October 2013 Platforms: iOS,iOS,iOS

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