In the world of gaming, the iPhone has steadily risen as a powerful platform capable of delivering console-quality experiences right in the palm of your hand. By delivering games with stunning graphics and immersive gameplay, the latest iPhones have proven to be more than just communication devices; they have almost become like handheld gaming consoles.
With each new iPhone launch, Apple has continued to push the boundaries of what’s achievable on smartphones. Their latest devices – the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max – have garnered attention for their exceptional performance, making them ideal for running high-fidelity games.
This is made possible courtesy of Apple’s latest invention – the A17 Pro chip. With support for ray tracing and machine learning, this chip has most of the bells and whistles that make up the composition of a viable gaming console. As such, it’s not surprising to see that a bunch of video games from some major franchises have already been released for these devices. Not to mention, Apple’s iPhone has been home to ports of high-quality console games for a long time.
On that note, scroll on as we take you through our list which compiles some of the best console games available for the iPhone.
Note: Not all of these games are supported by every model of the iPhone, and pretty much all of them are premium games that need to be purchased from the App Store. Hence, we have added the prices of those games to our list as well.
The best console games for the iPhone
1. Death Stranding: Director’s Cut
Genre: Action-adventure, sandbox
Supported devices: iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
Price: HKD 288
Storage used: 77 GB
If you are looking for an immersive experience to tie you in for hours, 40+ hours to be precise, you can check out Death Stranding: Director’s Cut on the App Store.
Hideo Kojima’s dark magnum opus stars Norman Reedus as a porter tasked with rebuilding communication in the USA. A unique blend of exploration, survival and narrative-driven gameplay will captivate and excite you in equal measure.
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2. Resident Evil 4
Genre: Survival horror, action
Supported devices: iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
Price: HKD 219
Storage used: 64.2 GB
The much-appreciated remake of the iconic Resident Evil 4 has made its way to the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max.
The game retains its classic survival horror elements while optimising the visuals and gameplay for your smartphone. With high-definition graphics and immersive sound design, this game will undoubtedly be the perfect showcase for your iPhone 15 Pro’s capabilities.
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3. Wreckfest
Genre: Racing
Supported devices: iPhone 6 and later
Price: HKD 68
Storage used: 5 GB
For fans of demolition derby and racing games, Wreckfest offers a chaotic and exhilarating experience on the iPhone. Its realistic physics and damage modelling make every race unpredictable and thrilling. Without a doubt, it’s one of the most fun console games on the iPhone.
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4. Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition
Genre: Open-world, sandbox, action-adventure
Supported devices: iPhone XS and later
Price: HKD 488
Storage used: 8 GB
Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition brings three classic games—GTA III, GTA: Vice City and GTA: Sand Andreas—to the iPhone in one exciting package. These games have been remastered to provide better visuals and an improved gameplay experience. If you’ve always wanted to experience the expansive open-world maps of Liberty City, Los Santos and Vice City, you can now do so on the go.
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5. Dead Cells
Genre: Platformer, rogue-like
Supported devices: iPhone 6 and later
Price: HKD 68
Storage used: 2 GB
In Dead Cells, players navigate a procedurally generated castle all the while battling relentless enemies and uncovering hidden secrets. It’s a fast-paced, rogue-like Metroidvania game that offers exciting exploration opportunities to gamers. Not to mention, the fluid and responsive combat as well as the progression system give it incredible replay value.
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6. Resident Evil: Village
Genre: Survival horror, action
Supported devices: iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
Price: HKD 123
Storage used: 13 GB
While it serves as a direct sequel to Resident Evil VII, both these games are quite different when it comes to their gameplay.
Resident Evil: Village retains the creepiness of its predecessor but also brings a new flavour to the franchise. With a brand-new setting and a greater focus on action-horror gameplay, this game is worth the space it’ll take on your iPhone’s storage.
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7. Stardew Valley
Genre: Simulation, farming, RPG
Supported devices: iPhone 5S and later
Price: HKD 38
Storage used: 411 MB
Not everyone wants to go around shooting zombies or crashing cars. Some gamers are looking for a relaxing experience—a game that allows them to experience community living virtually – grow crops, pet their cats and befriend the people they meet.
Stardew Valley does just that. It is a beloved farming simulation game that is perfect for playing on the iPhone. Build your farm, manage it, interact with people or explore the countryside, you can do it all with Stardew Valley.
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8. Grid Autosport
Genre: Racing, simulation
Supported devices: iPhone 6S and later
Price: HKD 38
Storage used: 4.1 GB
Grid Autosport is the answer for anyone looking for a console-quality driving simulation experience on the iPhone. With a large variety of cars to choose from, tracks to ace and realistic visuals, it will no doubt provide any driving enthusiast with an unforgettable experience.
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9. Bully: Anniversary Edition
Genre: Open-world, adventure
Supported devices: iPhone 4S and later
Price: HKD 58
Storage used: 2.4 GB
Developed by Rockstar Games, Bully is a unique action-adventure game that lets players experience the life of a mischievous student at a boarding school. This game features a relatively small (at least by Rockstar’s standards) open world that players can explore alongside a storyline full of memorable characters played by a talented voice cast (also by Rockstar’s standards).
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10. Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic
Genre: RPG
Supported devices: iPhone 5 and later
Price: HKD 68
Storage used: 2.5 GB
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is a classic RPG that has been faithfully ported to the iPhone.
In this game, players can explore the Star Wars universe, make impactful decisions and engage in strategic combat. Add to that the deep character customisation, a rich storyline and a highly detailed setting, and you’ve got a title that every Star Wars fan would love exploring.
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11. Alien Isolation
Genre: Survival-horror
Supported devices: iPhone 6S and later
Price: HKD 118
Storage used: 11 GB
One of the most surprising console game ports for the iPhone, Alien Isolation drops players in the middle of a space station with one simple task – to escape.
However, the task isn’t as simple as it seems as players must make sure they do not end up being prey to an alien lurking around the corner. They must use traps and whatever tools they have at their disposal to keep the alien out of their way. As the game advances, this task becomes increasingly difficult as the alien learns (and starts adapting) from the player’s actions.
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12. Don’t Starve: Pocket Edition+
Genre: Survival, sandbox, rogue-like
Supported devices: iPhone SE and later
Price: HKD 38
Storage used: 1 GB
Don’t Starve drops players into a perilous and haunting world where they constantly have to fight for survival. To that effect, players will have to gather resources, build shelters and fend off nightmarish creatures. To sum up, this mysterious world truly has a lot to offer.
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13. Hyper Light Drifter
Genre: RPG, action
Supported devices: iPhone SE and later
Price: HKD 38
Storage used: 852 MB
Hyper Light Drifter is an action-adventure title that blends retro aesthetics with modern gameplay mechanics.
The game lets players battle challenging enemies and uncover hidden secrets as they explore a beautiful yet dangerous world. It also features gorgeous pixel art, fluid animations and a challenging and rewarding combat system, thereby offering players the complete package.
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14. Sayonara Wild Hearts
Genre: Rhythm, action, adventure
Supported devices: iPhone SE and later
Price: HKD 38
Storage used: 973 MB
Sayonara Wild Hearts is a visually stunning rhythm game that blends music, speed and vibrant graphics in a delectable mix. It takes players on a thrilling journey where they get to ride motorcycles and skateboards, shoot lasers and perform acrobatic stunts, all synchronised to beautifully composed tunes. What’s not to love?
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15. Assassin’s Creed Mirage
Genre: Action, adventure, stealth
Supported devices: iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max
Price: HKD 188
Storage used: 5.1 GB
Assassin’s Creed Mirage is the first major game in the long-running action-adventure franchise to be released on the iPhone. This entry allows players to experience the thrill of being an assassin in a richly detailed world. Offering a combination of fluid parkour, stealth and detailed combat mechanics, Assassin’s Creed Mirage will no doubt give iPhone users the prime Assassin’s Creed experience.
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And with that, we come to the end of our list of the best console games for iPhone. For anyone who decides to give any (or many) of these games a try, make sure it’s compatible with your device.
We also recommend getting an officially supported game controller to play these games (if possible).
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Resident Evil 4 is the best console game for iPhone.
Many console games are available for the iPhone. You can download them from the App Store and play them, as long as they are compatible with your device.
