No Internet? No Problem! Here Are Nine Great Offline iPhone Games You Can Play Anywhere
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Just because you don't have an internet connection available doesn't mean you should be bored. There are a lot of ways to have fun, even if you're offline. You could read, listen to music, or play some awesome games on your iPhone. Nowadays, there are a lot of offline games you can play without ever worrying about your internet connection. We've already shared with you a lot of awesome offline games you can play to pass the time, but now we have even more awesome games to try! And believe me, you're going to want to try at least one of these games. Continue reading to browse the best offline games you can play right now – from fantastic classics to hidden gems, there's something here for everyone.
Alto's Odyssey
You've probably heard about Alto's Odyssey before, but there's no better chance to try it out than right now. Alto's Odyssey is beautiful, fun, and easy to play. Join Alto and his friends on a sandboarding journey where you'll explore dunes and hidden temples to discover their secrets.
Alto's Odyssey's controls are pretty straightforward, but that doesn't mean the game is easy. The farther you go, the harder it'll become, and you'll need to master the controls if you want to complete the 180 goals the games have. If you're looking for a beautiful, minimalistic endless game, and you don't might pay $5 for it, Alto's Odyssey is the best option you can get.
Chrono Trigger
Younger gamers probably haven't heard of Chrono Trigger before, and let me tell you that they're missing out. Chrono Trigger first came out in 1995—hence why you can play it offline—but the game is as fun and entertaining as the day it came out.
Square Enix brought a port to iOS that lets you play with intuitive touch controls that won't hurt your overall experience, albeit sometimes the characters might not do what you wanted.
Whether you've played this game before, or it's your first time hearing about it, Chrono Trigger is an amazing RPG with an awesome story and a great combat system. You won't regret spending $10 to play this game. Plus, it sometimes goes on sale too.
Plants Vs. Zombies
Speaking of classics, Plants vs. Zombies became an instant classic the moment PopCap first released it and it became one of the most popular games on the iPhone as well.
It's your job to defend your house against the upcoming zombie attacks. Your weapon of choice? All the plants you have in your garden. You'll have to choose the right plants to defend your house—and your brain—from the upcoming attacks.
Sure, now there are other two sequels you can check out, but if you're looking for a solid offline experience—that doesn't feel "pay to win"—the original game has you covered.
Severed
You've probably never heard of Severed, but it's a great App Store game not many people talk about. You'll play as Saha, a warrior who's lost her family and her arm against some evil forces. It's your job to search for your family, solve puzzles, and defeat evil monsters, all that with just one arm.
If you think the game looks familiar, Severed was made by the same team that developed Guacamelee! another awesome indie game you should try, even though it isn't available on the App Store. If you love dungeons and want to have some casual fun offline, Severed is an awesome choice you should try.
Wordsmyth - A Daily Word Game
Have you heard of Wordle? You know, it's that small game that not a lot of people are playing right now. Well, before Wordle, there was Wordsmyth, a daily word game that you're probably going to want to play.
If you're into word games, you're going to love Wordsmyth. You'll get a different set of letters each day in this game. Your goal is to form as many words with the letters available as you possibly can. There could be 70 words or over 200 words for you to find in one day. If you get stuck, the game will give you hints to help you solve the game of the day.
It's simple, fun, and quite addicting. After you're done with your Wordle session, you can relax with an offline game like Wordsmyth.
Vector 2
Avoid obstacles, learn new skills, and run for your life in Vector 2, an amazing game for people who love platform games and parkour.
In Vector 2, you'll play in a dystopian world where you'll need to find a way to escape a complex facility with all the gear and skills you can find.
The game is pretty easy to start playing, but the deeper you go, the harder it'll become. Each level is procedurally generated, which means you won't get the same level twice. Each level is generated when you start playing, making it harder to master. Fortunately, you'll find new equipment that'll help you survive longer and longer.
The best part about Vector 2 is that there's a free version available you can try before buying the premium version.
Skiing Yeti Mountain
Be careful with skiing Yeti Mountain; it's more addictive than you think.
You'll have to ski your way through hundreds of different levels, trying to avoid trees, animals, and other obstacles. Pretty much risk your whole life. And all that for the never-ending search of the Yeti.
The game is pretty simple to play, and the controls are really intuitive, so you'll love every minute of it. There are many interesting and fun characters to interact with, including maybe a Yeti. There's nothing much to say about this game except for the fact that you'll probably love it straightaway.
Stardew Valley
Startdew Valley is one of those games that became bigger than most of us expected, and there's a reason for that.
You've just moved to the countryside, and you're about to start a new life by creating your own farm. You can grow fruits and vegetables, raise animals, and make friendships with people all over town. You can even fall in love and begin a new life with "the right one."
What's great about Stardew Valley is that it's the perfect game if you want to relax at home, whether you have an internet connection or not.
Stardew Valley is one of the best games available across all platforms, and you can get it for just $5 on iPhone. Whether you're into RPGs or want a relaxing game to play, Stardew Valley is going to be a lot of fun.
Terraria
Speaking of awesome $5 games, Terraria will change the way you look at mobile games. Think of it as a 2D, pixelated version of Minecraft, where you can explore, build your own world, and fight crazy and scary enemies.
In Terraria, your job is to explore the world you're in—which was built from the ground up for mobile—and find a way to get the fortune and glory you deserve or at least die trying.
This game is perfect for when you're offline, and you need to kill some time, or when you want to play with your friends online.
We could spend hours talking about Terraria, and we still wouldn't be able to cover everything. There's just a lot to do in Terraria, and for just $5, you'll have hours of intense fun.
