Video Games for Mobile Phones

Why Play Mobile Phone Video Games?

With all the amazing next generation video game consoles and hand-held devices available, you may wonder why people would consider playing games on their cell phones. Lets face it, many of us just love playing with gadgets. They are entertaining and cool to use. The only drawback is the size of your handset’s screen. Due to such a small area to view, video games for mobile phones are created with simpler detail and graphics. The games do not have the depth and high intense quality like your next generation video console system, but they are entertaining and engaging enough to give you a bit of a challenge and loads of fun.

The types of games you can expect to find are Puzzle, Strategy, Casino, Action, Sports and classic Arcade titles (like Tetris or Space Invaders). The majority of games are available in single-player, but a new trend of multi-player games are gaining popularity due to the mobile phone’s wireless connectivity.

Where to Find Video Games for Mobile Phones

The number of games available for your phone depends on the model and mobile carrier you use. Your cell phone company will usually have their own selection of titles available for purchase and direct download. Most of these will not be free; the charges will likely appear on your monthly bill.

If you do not use your carrier, you can find websites that specialize in mobile games. To find out if your phone is compatible for the games, most of these websites have a drop down menu where you can choose your service provider and cell phone model. If you have a common type of phone (like a Motorola or Nokia), you will not have a problem. However, if you own a phone like a Blackberry, your choices are currently a bit more limited.

Here are some sources to buy mobile phone video games:

• EA Mobile.com Familiar with EA games like the Sims, Metal of Honor and Need for Speed Carbon? EA has come up with versions of these popular titles and more that are perfect for your mobile phone. Expect to pay as low as $5.99 per game.

• Ringtone Jukebox.com This website offers a selection of games as little as $1.99. Use their drop-down menu to directly select your phone model and see what is available to you. You can also purchase different types of ringtones and wallpaper.

• Glu Mobile Glu not only offers a large selection of games for your cell, you can try them out online through a simulated phone game display. This demo is a great way to see if you really want to purchase the game or not. However, when you try this online version, make sure you have Java enabled on your PC to get it to work.

What about free video games for mobile phones? Online, you can find many sources available. But take caution, the majority of these website use these free giveaways to get your personal information. If they ask for your name, address, phone and email address, you may be setting yourself to being put on a mailing list for spam (or worse).

Have Fun!

Cell phones are a great tool for communication and a fun source of video game entertainment. In order to find compatible choices for your cell phone, all you need is the name of your service provider and your mobile phone model. The rest is easy, and you will be mobile gaming in no time.