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# My Dpad

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## Posts

- [The Best Paid Android Games In 2026 (50+)](https://mydpad.com/the-best-paid-android-games-in-2026-50/) - A list of well over 50 of the all-time best paid Android games as of January 2026, representing a wide range of genres.
- [Google Play's 10 Best Paid Android Games In 2022](https://mydpad.com/google-plays-10-best-paid-android-games-in-2022/) - The Google Play Store is filled with mobile games, most of which are not so great. These are the 10 best premium games you can get for your Android smartphone.
- [How To Start Playing Tabletop RPGs From Zero](https://mydpad.com/how-to-start-playing-tabletop-rpgs-from-zero/) - This guide is intended to help people start playing tabletop RPGs without any prior experience, and it is also a directory to all sorts of useful materials.
- [My Experience with the FunKey S (Plus Some Tips)](https://mydpad.com/my-experience-with-the-funkey-s-plus-some-tips/) - The FunKey S is a tiny version of the GBA SP that can emulate multiple retro consoles up to the PlayStation, and it's way more than just a gimmick or novelty.
- [The Best Language Learning Video Games](https://mydpad.com/the-best-language-learning-video-games/) - The best language learning games right now are Lingo Legend (free), Linguist FPS, Lost Abroad Cafe (free version), and Noun Town Language Learning (free demo).
- [How To Permanently Equip/Show Mini In Guild Wars 2](https://mydpad.com/how-to-permanently-equip-show-mini-in-guild-wars-2/) - If you want to permanently equip/show your Guild Wars 2 mini without having it disappear, you first have to add it to your wardrobe using this method.
- [How To Clear Up Inventory Space In Guild Wars 2](https://mydpad.com/how-to-clear-up-inventory-space-in-guild-wars-2/) - If you've just started playing Guild Wars 2, here are some easy, effective strategies to clear up inventory slots so that you don't keep running out of space.
- [Galaxy Trader: A Space Sim For Peaceful Merchants](https://mydpad.com/galaxy-trader-a-space-sim-for-peaceful-merchants/) - Galaxy Trader is an excellent space trading sim for pacifists on PC and Android who would rather travel and trade than ever deal with any sort of combat.
- [WildTangent's FATE Still Holds Up Surprisingly Well](https://mydpad.com/wildtangents-fate-still-holds-up-surprisingly-well/) - FATE was the ARPG of choice for WildTangent gamers back in the good old days, but it's still absolutely worth playing in 2023, even beyond nostalgic reasons.
- [Collapsus is the Final Frontier of Block Breaking Games](https://mydpad.com/collapsus-is-the-final-frontier-of-block-breaking-games/) - Collapsus is an innovative puzzle game that lets you manipulate gravity while breaking blocks, it's amazing, and it's currently free for Windows and Android.
- [The Best Premium Match 3 Mobile Games (No IAP)](https://mydpad.com/the-best-premium-match-3-mobile-games-no-iap/) - Match 3 games are perfect smartphone games, but most are stuffed with microtransactions and ads. Here are the 4 best that you can pay for once and play forever.
- [Dancing Duelists is Super Auto Pets X Slay the Spire](https://mydpad.com/dancing-duelists-is-super-auto-pets-x-slay-the-spire/) - In their new (small, made for a game jam and in protest against Unity) game, the Slay the Spire devs have found great inspiration in games like Super Auto Pets.
- [Tiny Civilization is a Huge Achievement in Puzzle Gaming](https://mydpad.com/tiny-civilization-is-a-huge-achievement-in-puzzle-gaming/) - Tiny Civilization is an excellent sokoban/match-3/merging puzzler/civilization builder that is extremely friendly to your wallet, I highly recommend it.
- [I Wish More itch.io Games Included Android .APKs](https://mydpad.com/i-wish-more-itch-io-games-included-android-apks/) - I love every developer that releases a DRM-free Android version of their game on itch.io in the form of a simple .APK, and I wish more would do it.
- [Play The Elder Scrolls: Castles (AKA Fallout Shelter 2) Now!](https://mydpad.com/play-the-elder-scrolls-castles-aka-fallout-shelter-2-now/) - The Elder Scrolls: Castles is a great successor to Fallout Shelter. Here's how to legally download/install it for Android despite the full early access program.
- [How and Where to Read and Buy Digital Comics/Manga Legally](https://mydpad.com/how-and-where-to-read-and-buy-digital-comics-manga-legally/) - This index will show you how to access/read/buy digital comics and manga without breaking any laws or breaking the bank, no matter what type of comics you like.
- [PSA: Skip the Blue Light Blocking Glasses and Just Set Your Phone and Computer to Use Low Light/Night Modes](https://mydpad.com/psa-skip-the-blue-light-blocking-glasses-and-just-set-your-phone-and-computer-to-use-low-light-night-modes/) - If you spend a lot of time looking at screens, you've surely become a target for advertisements for a certain product: blue light-blocking glasses. These are glasses that block out blue light with the aim of making screen time easier on your eyes. Whether you're intrigued or just a skeptic trying to poke around some
- [Fellow KartRider Drifters: Please Play Speed Mode!](https://mydpad.com/fellow-kartrider-drifters-please-play-speed-mode/) - KartRider Drift is a great free-to-play racer for anyone who can't play Mario Kart, but I sure wish people played Speed Mode over Item Mode more
- [Stuck In DC Heroes And Villains? Try These Steps.](https://mydpad.com/stuck-in-dc-heroes-and-villains-try-these-steps/) - DC Heroes and Villains is a great match 3 RPG. If you feel stuck or like you've hit a wall, here are some recommendations for strategy and tips to try.
- [John Romero's Book, Doom Guy, Is Excellent](https://mydpad.com/john-romeros-book-doom-guy-is-excellent/) - John Romero's Doom Guy: Life In First Person, is an autobiography of a true gaming visionary that is a must-read/must-listen for any fan of gaming history.
- [JackRabbit Micro E-Bike Review (2022)](https://mydpad.com/jackrabbit-micro-e-bike-review-2022/) - The JackRabbit Micro E-Bike is a 24-pound e-bike (more like a moped) that could be the perfect electric transportation solution for certain urban commuters.
- [The Best Free Mobile Games That Aren't Pay To Win](https://mydpad.com/the-best-free-mobile-games-that-arent-pay-to-win/) - Sick of playing free smartphone games constantly demanding your money? These are the best mobile games out there that aren't pay to win (Updated October 2019).
- [Google Play's 10 Best Free Android Games In 2022](https://mydpad.com/google-plays-10-best-free-android-games-in-2022/) - Finding free mobile games that are actually good can be tough. Luckily, I've done the work for you. These are the 10 best free games on the Google Play Store.
- [Check Out The Steam Latinx Games Festival](https://mydpad.com/check-out-the-steam-latinx-games-festival/) - The Steam Latinx Games Festival is going on right now through Monday, 11/23 at 10 AM PST. Give it a look, and especially check out the games listed here.
- [Give Me An Onyx Equinox Game Already Damn It](https://mydpad.com/give-me-an-onyx-equinox-game-already-damn-it/) - Onyx Equinox is Crunchyroll's newest show, and it's set in Pre-Columbian Mesoamerica. I humbly ask for there to be a game set in this world, posthaste.
- [Urban Cards: A Unique Roguelike Deckbuilder](https://mydpad.com/urban-cards-a-unique-roguelike-deckbuilder/) - Urban Cards is an excellent entry in the ever-growing list of roguelike deckbuilders/card battlers (think Slay the Spire, etc.) that's well worth your time.
- [SURQUEROR: A Promising Kickstarter Game](https://mydpad.com/surqueror-a-promising-kickstarter-game/) - SURQUEROR is a KINGDOM-like game that you can help make a reality right now in its very reasonable Kickstarter campaign.
- [Where To Legally Buy Cheap PC Games](https://mydpad.com/where-to-legally-buy-cheap-pc-games/) - If you want to legally buy PC games for cheap, you have to know the difference between legitimate resellers and sketchy ones. We can help you with that.
- [The Ultimate Red Collection Is A Great GOG Starter Pack](https://mydpad.com/the-ultimate-red-collection-is-a-great-gog-starter-pack/) - If you want to preorder Cyberpunk 2077 while also getting every other game CD Projekt Red has ever published, you can do so for $87.77 through January 2nd.
- [Clearing Up Some Misconceptions About PC Gaming](https://mydpad.com/clearing-up-some-misconceptions-about-pc-gaming/) - In the platform war between PC and console gamers, a lot of people falsely suggest that PC gaming is way more expensive and complicated than console gaming.
- [A Partial List Of The Benefits Of PC Gaming](https://mydpad.com/a-partial-list-of-the-benefits-of-pc-gaming/) - PC gaming has all sorts of cost and other benefits over console gaming, with a partial list laid out here to help people decide whether or not it's for them.
- [Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor Set The Stage For Assassin's Creed Origins](https://mydpad.com/middle-earth-shadow-of-mordor-set-the-stage-for-assassins-creed-origins/) - After playing through Middle Earth: Shadow of War, I'm struck by how much it feels like Assassin's Creed Origins. Maybe Shadow of Mordor partially inspired it.
- [The Haven Demo Is Exactly What My Wife And I Wanted](https://mydpad.com/the-haven-demo-is-exactly-what-my-wife-and-i-wanted/) - As part of the Steam Games Festival, the Game Bakers dropped a limited-time demo of their next game Haven, and it looks like everything my wife and I hoped for.
- [The 5 Best Gaming Laptops Under $1,000](https://mydpad.com/the-5-best-gaming-laptops-under-1000/) - If you're looking for an affordable gaming laptop for less than $1,000 (or even less than $700), here are five excellent options.
- [Wasteland 2 and Wasteland 1 Are Free On GOG](https://mydpad.com/wasteland-2-and-wasteland-1-are-free-on-gog/) - Until December 13th at 9/10 AM EST (it's unclear), GOG is giving away the Wasteland 2 Director's Cut for free, which includes Wasteland 1 as well.
- [Why I Cancelled My Google Play Pass Subscription](https://mydpad.com/why-i-cancelled-my-google-play-pass-subscription/) - Google Play Pass started fairly promising, but they haven't added many good games since launch, and it definitely won't be worth it when it goes to $4.99/month.
- [Humble Monthly Is Now Humble Choice](https://mydpad.com/humble-monthly-is-now-humble-choice/) - Humble Monthly has turned into Humble Choice. You still keep all the games forever, but now you know ahead of time every single game you'll be getting.
- [The 5 Best Zen Pinball Tables You Should Buy](https://mydpad.com/the-5-best-zen-pinball-tables-you-should-buy/) - Zen Pinball is a great way to get a wide variety of rock-solid pinball tables on your mobile phone (or handheld console). Here are the five best tables.
- [Demon's Tilt Is Digital Pinball Perfection](https://mydpad.com/demons-tilt-is-digital-pinball-perfection/) - Demon's Tilt, which just got added to PC Game Pass, is an excellent virtual pinball game. It's practically flawless, with excellent audiovisual quality.
- [The Next Assassin's Creed Should Be In Mesoamerica](https://mydpad.com/the-next-assassins-creed-should-be-in-mesoamerica/) - Assassin's Creed has made great video game recreations of several historical locations. After Vikings, it's time for somewhere in Mesoamerica to make the list.
- [Steam Family Sharing Should Not Restrict Your Entire Library](https://mydpad.com/steam-family-sharing-should-not-restrict-your-entire-library/) - Family Sharing is one of many great features available on Steam. It would be nice if it would only restrict one game at a time instead of your whole library.
- [5 Great Free Demos You Can Play On Steam Right Now](https://mydpad.com/5-great-free-demos-you-can-play-on-steam-right-now/) - You can play Steam demos of Bad North, The Crew 2, Dragon Quest Builders 2, Football Manager 2020, and Shadow of the Tomb Raider right now for free.
- [A Final Ode To The PS Vita](https://mydpad.com/a-final-ode-to-the-ps-vita/) - In a recent Game Informer retrospective on 25 years of PlayStation, SIE CEO Jim Ryan has declared that the Vita is officially dead, along with PlayStation's handheld business. This is not particularly surprising, as Sony mostly abandoned the Vita long ago, but it still hurts to see it said so explicitly. It's time to finally
- [The Best Non-Game Apps On Google Play Pass](https://mydpad.com/the-best-non-game-apps-on-google-play-pass/) - Google Play Pass gives you access to a bunch of great games for one single price, but it also offers some great non-game apps. Here are the 10 best.
- [Why Games Can't And Shouldn't Avoid Politics](https://mydpad.com/why-games-cant-and-shouldnt-avoid-politics/) - Although some people wish that games would avoid politics, that is impossible. Games cannot and should not be apolitical, and there have always been politics in games.
- [Devil's Attorney Is A Fun Mobile Distraction](https://mydpad.com/devils-attorney-is-a-fun-mobile-distraction/) - Devil's Attorney isn't an amazing game or anything, but it's a great distraction to keep on your phone.
- [Track Your Gaming Spending With An Excel Spreadsheet](https://mydpad.com/track-your-gaming-spending-with-an-excel-spreadsheet/) - If you want to stay on top of your gaming spending, I recommend making an Excel spreadsheet tracking your spending across all of the different storefronts.
- [Game Dev Tycoon Is Meta Mobile Gaming Perfection](https://mydpad.com/game-dev-tycoon-is-meta-mobile-gaming-perfection/) - Game Dev Tycoon is an excellent simulation game for people who love video game history, and it's especially good for smartphone gaming.
- [Skip Black Friday. Instead, Check Out These Humble Store Deals](https://mydpad.com/skip-black-friday-instead-check-out-these-humble-store-deals/) - Black Friday doorbusters are bad, you should skip them. Instead, try one of these Humble Store deals that you can get without leaving your house!
- [Follow Mat Piscatella On Twitter For Gaming Sales Updates](https://mydpad.com/follow-mat-piscatella-on-twitter-for-gaming-sales-updates/) - Follow Mat Piscatella on Twitter if you want video games sales analysis and hard numbers from a reliable source, NPD.
- [xCloud Preview With MOGA Mobile Gaming Clip: Impressions](https://mydpad.com/xcloud-preview-with-moga-mobile-gaming-clip-impressions/) - Now that I have my mobile gaming clip setup with my Xbox controller and my phone, xCloud truly makes it feel like I have a portable Xbox.
- [An Xbox One Controller Is Fully Ready For PC Gaming](https://mydpad.com/an-xbox-one-controller-is-fully-ready-for-pc-gaming/) - If you're a PC gamer looking for a gamepad, there's nothing better than a bluetooth Xbox One controller, as they don't even need a wireless receiver anymore!
- [OpenCritic: A Great Alternative To Metacritic For Games](https://mydpad.com/opencritic-a-great-alternative-to-metacritic-for-games/) - If you want a more transparent and open video game review aggregator than Metacritic, give OpenCritic a try.
- [Essential Mobile Gaming Peripherals/Accessories](https://mydpad.com/essential-mobile-gaming-peripherals-accessories/) - If you're a mobile gamer, consider picking up some nice handheld gaming extras, like a gamepad, gaming clip, headset, and power bank.
- [xCloud Turns Your Phone Into A Portable Xbox](https://mydpad.com/xcloud-turns-your-phone-into-a-portable-xbox/) - The xCloud preview is already a great way to play Xbox games on the go, but using a mobile gaming clip takes the experience to the next level.
- [Steam Remote Play Together Is Now Out](https://mydpad.com/steam-remote-play-together-is-now-out/) - Steam Remote Play Together takes remote play to the next level by allowing you to play local co-op games online with your friends.
- [Cast Your Votes In The 2019 The Game Awards](https://mydpad.com/cast-your-votes-in-the-2019-the-game-awards/) - The 2019 edition of The Game Awards is in less than a month, and not only have the nominees been announced, but you can vote right now!
- [What To Get A Gamer For His Or Her Birthday](https://mydpad.com/what-to-get-a-gamer-for-his-or-her-birthday/) - If you're having trouble figuring out what to buy a gamer for his or her birthday, this guide will help your figure out exactly what to buy.
- [The Xbox Adaptive Controller Gets Better With Logitech](https://mydpad.com/the-xbox-adaptive-controller-gets-better-with-logitech/) - The Logitech G Adaptive Gaming Kit is a bundle of accessories that, when paired with the Xbox Adaptive Controller, is a full-featured alternative control scheme.
- [Find Great Affordable (Gaming) Laptops With Laptops On A Budget](https://mydpad.com/find-great-affordable-gaming-laptops-with-laptops-on-a-budget/) - Laptops On A Budget is a new website from the creators of My Dpad that's singularly focused on presenting high quality but affordable laptops.
- [Lenovo Ideapad 110: An Inexpensive "Gaming" Laptop](https://mydpad.com/lenovo-ideapad-110-an-inexpensive-gaming-laptop/) - If you're looking for a great budget gaming laptop, you have to check out the sub-$350 Lenovo Ideapad 110-15ISK with 1TB HDD, 6GB RAM and an i3 processor.
- [The Outer Worlds Debuts With The Second-Most Sales In The US In October](https://mydpad.com/the-outer-worlds-debuts-with-the-second-most-sales-in-the-us-in-october/) - Obsidian has hit a home run with The Outer Worlds, as it was the second-best-selling game in the United States for October, its first month on sale.
- [Final Fantasy XIV Is The "All Game" I've Always Dreamed Of](https://mydpad.com/final-fantasy-xiv-is-the-all-game-ive-always-dreamed-of/) - I've always been one to dabble with MMOs, but I've never really gotten all the way into any in the past. I used to play a bunch of Guild Wars and Adventure Quest (for which it's debatable if it's even an MMO or not), as well as browser-based MMOs like HoboWars and Kingdom of Loathing.
- [Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Is A Gamer. AOC 2028.](https://mydpad.com/alexandria-ocasio-cortez-is-a-gamer-aoc-2028/) - Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, one of the best politicians in the country right now, has bravely come out as a gamer (though she had already done so previously).
- [Minecraft Earth Is Now In Early Access](https://mydpad.com/minecraft-earth-is-now-in-early-access/) - The long wait is over, because Minecraft Earth (AKA Minecraft meets Pokémon Go) is officially out in early access, so you can download it free for your phone!
- [The 10 Best Mobile Games To Play On Long Flights](https://mydpad.com/the-10-best-mobile-games-to-play-on-long-flights/) - If you're looking for smartphone games that you can play offline in airplane mode without any sort of time restrictions, here are more than 10 great options.
- [Where To Find Free 2D Mobile Game Resources](https://mydpad.com/where-to-find-free-2d-mobile-game-resources/) - If you want to make a 2D mobile game using HTML5, Enclave Games' HTML5 Gamedev Starter is a great all-in-one resource to start with.
- [The Five Best Sports Games For PS Vita As Of 2017](https://mydpad.com/the-five-best-sports-games-for-ps-vita-as-of-2017/) - While you can't get the newest releases of the biggest sports games for the PS Vita, there are still plenty of great options. These are the five best.
- [What's Up With Google's New Play Points Rewards Program?](https://mydpad.com/whats-up-with-googles-new-play-points-rewards-program/) - Google has introduced a new rewards program for Android users with Google Play Points. Read up on it here. So far, it seems pretty mediocre, to be honest.
- [Jeff Kaplan Takes A Stand On Blizzard's blitzchung Controversy](https://mydpad.com/jeff-kaplan-takes-a-stand-on-blizzards-blitzchung-controversy/) - Jeff Kaplan has broken from the rest of Blizzard leadership by taking a stand on the blitzchung situation, saying he disagrees with how the situation was handled.
- [Retro Game Spotlight: Little Computer People](https://mydpad.com/retro-game-spotlight-little-computer-people/) - Little Computer People is a gaming pioneer that too many people have forgotten (if they ever knew about it at all), so we're giving it a shoutout!
- [What To Do When Windows 10 Won't Update To The Newest Version](https://mydpad.com/what-to-do-when-windows-10-wont-update-to-the-newest-version/) - If you've recently gotten a new computer, you might have noticed that you're not on the latest version of Windows 10. Here's how to force the newest updates.
- [Overcooked! (1 Or 2) Is A Terrible Game To Play With Your Friends](https://mydpad.com/overcooked-1-or-2-is-a-terrible-game-to-play-with-your-friends/) - Overcooked! (1 or 2) is an awful game to play with your significant other or with your friends, don't listen to everyone who recommends it for these situations.
- [The Best Android Phones For Gaming Under $500](https://mydpad.com/the-best-android-phones-for-gaming-under-500/) - The Moto G7, Razer Phone 2, and Google Pixel 3a are the best Android phones you can buy for gaming without having to spend even $500, much less $1,000.
- [What Is Xbox All Access, And Is It Worth It?](https://mydpad.com/what-is-xbox-all-access-and-is-it-worth-it/) - Xbox All Access gets you an Xbox One console and Game Pass Ultimate for 24 months of a flat monthly fee. The bundles are worth it, but let's dive into the math.
- [How To Play Dungeons & Dragons With Friends Over A Long Distance](https://mydpad.com/how-to-play-dungeons-dragons-with-friends-over-a-long-distance/) - With Discord, 5etools, and Roll20, you can play dungeons and dragons online with your friends around the world without having to spend any money at all.
- [The Psychology Of Video Games (With An Assist From Psych Applied)](https://mydpad.com/the-psychology-of-video-games-with-an-assist-from-psych-applied/) - Recently, on my site about Psychology (Psych Applied), I wrote about psychological studies on video games. This is a briefer summary of those findings.
- [The Best Christmas Gifts For Gamers: 2019 Edition](https://mydpad.com/the-best-christmas-gifts-for-gamers-2019-edition/) - If you're looking for Christmas gift ideas for the video game lover in your life, here are the best gamer gifts around for Christmas 2019.
- [Xbox Game Pass PC Games Is A Gamechanger](https://mydpad.com/xbox-game-pass-pc-games-is-a-gamechanger/) - Xbox Game Pass PC Games is here. For just $1 for the first month and $5/month after that ($10/month after the beta) you can play 100+ amazing games on your PC.
- [The 40+ Best Games For PC Game Pass: November 2019](https://mydpad.com/the-40-best-games-for-pc-game-pass-november-2019/) - If you just subscribed to PC Game Pass but need some help figuring out where to start, here are 40+ of the best options across all genres to start with.
- [Polygon Unraveled With Brian David Gilbert Is Comedy Gold](https://mydpad.com/polygon-unraveled-with-brian-david-gilbert-is-comedy-gold/) - Brian David Gilbert's Unraveled videos for Polygon are some of the funniest YouTube videos about video game lore out there.
- [The Outer Worlds Is Ahead Of The Curve On Representation (Spoilers)](https://mydpad.com/the-outer-worlds-is-ahead-of-the-curve-on-representation-spoilers/) - The Outer Worlds is setting the pace for other RPGs when it comes to racial and gender diversity, and it presents romance in an extremely refreshing way.
- [Girlfriend Reviews: The Best Gaming Channel On YouTube](https://mydpad.com/girlfriend-reviews-the-best-gaming-channel-on-youtube/) - Girlfriend Reviews is the best channel on YouTube related to video games, and their videos are a great way to find games to play with your significant other.
- [The 20+ Best And Most Addicting Google Play Pass Games](https://mydpad.com/the-20-best-and-most-addicting-google-play-pass-games/) - If you're looking for the best Google Play Pass games that are actually worth playing, here are more than 20 of the top options.
- [Apple Arcade and Google Play Pass Primer](https://mydpad.com/apple-arcade-and-google-play-pass-primer/) - You might have heard of Apple Arcade and Google Play Pass, but what are they actually? What's the difference between the two? Are they worth it?
- [Pastry Paradise With Google Play Pass: The Best Alternative To Candy Crush](https://mydpad.com/pastry-paradise-with-google-play-pass-the-best-alternative-to-candy-crush/) - Pastry Paradise plus Google Play Pass is the perfect antidote to Candy Crush addiction since you can play it without restrictions or paying for in-app purchases.
- [Peggle Is Still One Of The Best Puzzle Games Of All Time](https://mydpad.com/peggle-is-still-one-of-the-best-puzzle-games-of-all-time/) - Peggle came out over 12 years ago, but it's still one of the best puzzle video games of all time. It's hard to think of a more addicting game.
- [The Outer Worlds Is Making Me Care About Story Again](https://mydpad.com/the-outer-worlds-is-making-me-care-about-story-again/) - The story in The Outer Worlds has gripped me in a way no game has in a while, and I would strongly recommend it to anyone looking for a true roleplaying game.
- [The Best One-Handed Mobile Games For Your Android Phone](https://mydpad.com/the-best-one-handed-mobile-games-for-your-android-phone/) - If you're like me, your favorite mobile games are those that you can play in portrait mode with just one hand. Here are 10 of the best, with some being free.
- [Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition For PC And Switch](https://mydpad.com/digimon-story-cyber-sleuth-complete-edition-for-pc-and-switch/) - Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition combines both of the original games in a single package that costs just under $50.
- [NBA Now Mobile Basketball Game](https://mydpad.com/nba-now-mobile-basketball-game/) - NBA Now is a passable mobile game for any NBA fan looking to kill a little time on their smartphone without having to spend any money,
- [Rant: What's Up With The Gears 5 Versus Ranking System?](https://mydpad.com/rant-whats-up-with-the-gears-5-versus-ranking-system/) - I love Gears 5, and I'm obsessed with the ranked team deathmatch, but I wish the ranking system was just a bit more transparent.
- [Make Tedious Coding Tasks Easier With Microsoft Word](https://mydpad.com/make-tedious-coding-tasks-easier-with-microsoft-word/) - If you're doing some labor-intensive coding, think of ways in which other programs like Microsoft Word can help lessen your workload.
- [Coding Your First Game? Follow These Tips](https://mydpad.com/coding-your-first-game-follow-these-tips/) - Once you're ready to start coding your very first game, here are a few tips you should keep in mind. Number one: make sure to keep it simple!
- [The Best Educational Video Games for Adults](https://mydpad.com/the-best-educational-video-games-for-adults/) - While there are a lot of educational video games for kids, it can be heard to find good ones for adults. Here are some of the best educational games for adults.
- [The Best Games To Play On Your New DraStic Emulator](https://mydpad.com/the-best-games-to-play-on-your-new-drastic-emulator/) - Here are the 10 best games to play on your Android with DraStic, which is the best DS emulator for Android by far and is more than worth the money.
- [Make Retroarch Android Default To Portrait Controls](https://mydpad.com/make-retroarch-android-default-to-portrait-controls/) - To make Retroarch Android default to portrait controls (instead of landscape controls) on all of your games, follow these instructions (now updated for 2019!).
- [The 10+ Best Mobile Games You Can Actually Play For Hours](https://mydpad.com/the-10-best-mobile-games-you-can-actually-play-for-hours/) - If you're sick of digging through the stores, check out this list of more than 10 of the best iPhone/Android mobile games you can actually play for hours.
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- [Gamers: Stay Fit In The Comfort Of Your Own Home](https://mydpad.com/gamers-stay-fit-in-the-comfort-of-your-own-home/) - If you're a gamer that wants to get in shape without having to leave your house, consider Ring Fit Adventure for Nintendo Switch, or an affordable exercise bike!
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- [The Best Kairosoft Games](https://mydpad.com/the-best-kairosoft-games/) - Kairosoft has made a bunch of great games, but we think these are five of the best: Beastie Bay, Dungeon Village, Home Run High, Quest Town Saga, and Pocket Harvest.
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- [Learn How To Program With Free Courses](https://mydpad.com/learn-how-to-program-with-free-courses/) - If you've always wanted to learn to program (games or otherwise), StackSocial is running a bunch of free giveaways on programming bundles from HTML5 to Ruby.
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- [My Dpad's Steam Curator: Great Medium-Spec Games](https://mydpad.com/my-dpads-steam-curator-great-medium-spec-games/) - My Dpad's Great Medium-Spec Games will highlight all sorts of games you can play if you have a decent (but not necessarily great) computer to work with.
- [Humble GameMaker REBundle is a Must Buy](https://mydpad.com/humble-gamemaker-rebundle-is-a-must-buy/) - Do you like making video games? It's your lucky day, because the Humble Bundle's current bundle is a GameMaker bundle with some insane value.
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- [Playnite: Your All-in-one Game Launcher](https://mydpad.com/playnite-your-all-in-one-game-launcher/) - Playnite is a free all-in-one launcher that lets you manage and launch all of your games and ROMs from one place. It's a must have for PC gamers.
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- [The Best Extended Mouse Pads For PC Gamers](https://mydpad.com/the-best-extended-mouse-pads-for-pc-gamers/) - An extended mouse pad is a must-have for any PC gamer, and you don't need to spend more than $20 to get a great one. Here are 3 of the best choices.
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- [The Moto G7 Is The Perfect Budget Gaming Phone](https://mydpad.com/the-moto-g7-is-the-perfect-budget-gaming-phone/) - If you want to game on-the-go without spending more than $300, the Moto G7 is the perfect budget Android phone for you, if not the $200 Play or $250 Power.
- [Sega Genesis Mini: Now Complete With Road Rash II](https://mydpad.com/sega-genesis-mini-now-complete-with-road-rash-ii/) - The Sega Genesis Mini is coming September 19th for $80, and now that we know its full game lineup we know just how perfect of a gift it will be for retro gamers.
- [Tennis Superstars: The Best Mobile Tennis Game](https://mydpad.com/tennis-superstars-the-best-mobile-tennis-game/) - If you're sick of playing Virtua Tennis on your smartphone, give Tennis Superstars a try. It's probably the best one-handed mobile sports game out there.
- [Moonlight As A Game Tester With PlaytestCloud](https://mydpad.com/moonlight-as-a-game-tester-with-playtestcloud/) - If you want to test mobile video games without leaving your house, PlaytestCloud is a nice, legitimate way to make a few extra dollars here and there.
- [Test Your Survival Skills On The Go With The Escapists](https://mydpad.com/test-your-survival-skills-on-the-go-with-the-escapists/) - The Escapists is a mobile simulation RPG where you have to escape from prisons with increasing security measures. The amount of creativity this game forces out of you combined with its replayability makes it one of the best premium RPGs available for smartphone.
- [Plato: The Ultimate Social Mobile Game To Play With Friends](https://mydpad.com/plato-the-ultimate-social-mobile-game-to-play-with-friends/) - Plato is a social gaming platform that lets you play all sorts of great, microtransaction-free games and chat with your friends while doing so. It's free for Android and iOS, so it's the perfect game to play with your girlfriend/boyfriend/other friends regardless of what kind of phone they have.
- [Aid Dementia Research With Your Thumbs In Sea Hero Quest](https://mydpad.com/aid-dementia-research-with-your-thumbs-in-sea-hero-quest/) - If you want to do social good while playing a smartphone game, check out Sea Hero Quest. It's a free mobile game for Android or iOS that also helps legitimate Alzheimer's disease and dementia research. Playing for just a few minutes is equivalent to hours worth of traditional research time.
- [Puzzle Fighter: The Perfect Retro Mobile Arcade Game](https://mydpad.com/puzzle-fighter-the-perfect-retro-mobile-arcade-game/) - If you liked Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo (or even just like the combination of "puzzle" and "fighter"), Puzzle Fighter is one of the best free competitive mobile games. Best of all, it's not pay-to-win, and it's actually skill-based.
- [Linear Quest: The Best Mobile Online 2D Portrait RPG](https://mydpad.com/linear-quest-the-best-mobile-online-2d-portrait-rpg/) - If you want a great smartphone RPG (with online features optional) you can play with one hand (because of its controls and because its a portrait game), give Linear Quest a try. You'll like it if you like Postknight or Slayin', especially.
- [How Does HQ Trivia Make Money? Now We Know.](https://mydpad.com/how-does-hq-trivia-make-money-now-we-know/) - If you've been wondering how HQ Trivia plans to make money by giving away money, we know now. Unsurprisingly, it basically boils down to corporate sponsorship, starting with games from Nike and Warner Bros. with big jackpots.
- [The Sims Mobile: A Great Game For When You're Lonely](https://mydpad.com/the-sims-mobile-a-great-game-for-when-youre-lonely/) - If you're looking for some digital company similar to Persona 4, give The Sims Mobile a try on your Android or iOS smartphone. It's free, and it's much better than The Sims Freeplay.
- [Play Every Dragon Quest Game On Your Android or iPhone](https://mydpad.com/play-every-dragon-quest-game-on-your-android-or-iphone/) - If you're looking for a good game (or seven) to play on your Android or iPhone, try the Dragon Quest series. Seven of the first eight mainline games are available either for emulation or as an official app, and they're some of the best games you can play on your smartphone.
- [The Best Cheap PC Gamepad Is This 360 Controller From Gamestop](https://mydpad.com/the-best-cheap-pc-gamepad-is-this-360-controller-from-gamestop/) - If you're looking for a great PC gamepad for less than 20 bucks, your local Gamestop probably has a few in stock right now. I'm talking about the @Play wired 360 controllers, which are officially licensed 360 controllers for you computer that come in at under 18 bucks online and in-store.
- [Will Jurassic World Alive Be A Hit Like Pokémon Go?](https://mydpad.com/will-jurassic-world-alive-be-a-hit-like-pokemon-go/) - The Jurassic Park mega-franchise has another mobile game coming out soon in Jurassic World Alive. It looks to be as if Jurassic World's dinosaurs were dropped into Pokémon Go. Of course, for augmented reality/dinosaur/long walk lovers, this is a dream come true.
- [Cool Upcoming Android Mobile Games As Of March 2018](https://mydpad.com/cool-upcoming-android-mobile-games-as-of-march-2018/) - It's March 2018, and we have mobile games coming soon from Harry Potter, Might & Magic, MLB Tap Sports Baseball, Star Wars, and even Westworld. Read more about these five great upcoming smartphone games right here at My Dpad.
- [Looking Forward To The Westworld Mobile Game](https://mydpad.com/looking-forward-to-the-westworld-mobile-game/) - The Westworld mobile game is coming out soon, and you can currently pre-register for it on Google Play. Check out what the game's all about (or at least what we can glean from the screenshots) and see if it's worth the eventual download when it does come out.
- [Mystera Legacy: One Of The Best Free Mobile (& Browser) MMORPGs](https://mydpad.com/mystera-legacy-one-of-the-best-free-mobile-browser-mmorpgs/) - Read on to learn more about Mystera Legacy, a free MMORPG that can either be played on your browser or on your smartphone. As far as free smartphone MMORPGs go, it's one of the best I've ever played. Whether you like hunting, farming, fishing, foraging, mining, or building houses, you'll find something to love.
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- [Buy The Original Lion King Game For PC From GOG](https://mydpad.com/buy-the-original-lion-king-game-for-pc-from-gog/) - The PC port of the fantastic original Sega Genesis Lion King game is currently available on GOG for $6.99, on sale from its usual $9.99 price tag.
- [The Best Downloadable PSP Games For PS Vita](https://mydpad.com/the-best-downloadable-psp-games-for-ps-vita/) - If you have a PS Vita and are looking for some new games, make sure to try these downloadable PSP games, which are some of the best games available on the Vita.
- [Best Free Video Games With No Download Necessary](https://mydpad.com/best-free-video-games-with-no-download-necessary/) - Whether you're low on cash or hard drive space, here are the best free video games without any download necessary that you can go play right now.
- [DigimonLinks Is Finally Here, And It's Perfect](https://mydpad.com/digimonlinks-is-finally-here-and-its-perfect/) - DigimonLinks has finally come out for iPhone and Android. The free mobile game is an authentic Digimon experience distilled down to your smartphone.
- [Stranger Things Now Has A Free Mobile Game](https://mydpad.com/stranger-things-now-has-a-free-mobile-game/) - Stranger Things: The Game is one of the best licensed mobile games I've come across, and will help tide fans over until season 2's October 27th release date.
- [Desert Golfing: The Most Relaxing Mobile Game](https://mydpad.com/desert-golfing-the-most-relaxing-mobile-game/) - Desert Golfing is one of the most-hyped mobile games around, and it deserves every bit of hype it gets. This is one of the most relaxing mobile games out there.
- [Sony Unveils New PlayStation VISA Credit Card](https://mydpad.com/sony-unveils-new-playstation-visa-credit-card/) - Sony has partnered with Capital One and VISA to unveil a new general use credit card, and it's an exciting prospect for heavy Sony/PlayStation users.
- [Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney: A Great Mobile Visual Novel](https://mydpad.com/apollo-justice-ace-attorney-a-great-mobile-visual-novel/) - Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney is as great a mobile port as the original Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney was, so visual novel fans with smartphones rejoice!
- [Super Mario Run: Currently Half Off For All Levels](https://mydpad.com/super-mario-run-currently-half-off-for-all-levels/) - Super Mario Run, the infinite runner that disappointed some mobile gamers for its price, is currently on sale for $4.99 for access to the whole game.
- [Middle Earth: Shadow Of War Is Worth Playing](https://mydpad.com/middle-earth-shadow-of-war-is-worth-playing/) - Middle Earth: Shadow of War is a beautiful, portrait mode action RPG that will give you a great mobile Lord of the Rings gaming experience for free.
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- [Motorsport Manager Mobile Is Free Right Now](https://mydpad.com/motorsport-manager-mobile-is-free-right-now/) - Motorsport Manager Mobile is one of the best racing management sims (or sport sims of any type) out there, and free right now on the App Store and Google Play.
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- [Upcoming Mobile Games For Android In 2017](https://mydpad.com/upcoming-mobile-games-for-android-in-2017/) - There are some great upcoming mobile games for Android as of 2017 from the worlds of Digimon, Lord of the Rings, South Park, and Final Fantasy.
- [How To Play Retro Video Games Online For Free](https://mydpad.com/how-to-play-retro-video-games-online-for-free/) - Nowadays there are almost countless ways to play retro video games, including a few (mostly illegal) ways to play them online for free.
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- [Bodycheck: Extreme Sports Action On Your PS Vita](https://mydpad.com/bodycheck-extreme-sports-action-on-your-ps-vita/) - Bodycheck is a brand new extreme action sports game that just came out as an exclusive for the PS Vita. It's only $8 and only takes 75 MB, so give it a try.
- [Three Of The Best Games Similar To Minecraft](https://mydpad.com/three-of-the-best-games-similar-to-minecraft/) - If you're looking for a game similar to Minecraft that isn't just a cheap ripoff, the three best ones are Lego Worlds, Junk Jack, and Dragon Quest Builders.
- [Bit Heroes: The Best Free Mobile MMORPG](https://mydpad.com/bit-heroes-the-best-free-mobile-mmorpg/) - Bit Heroes is the best free mobile MMORPG out there, so if you're ready for a great mobile experience you can play for hours, go ahead and download it.
- [SEGA Forever Expands Its Collection With Golden Axe](https://mydpad.com/sega-forever-expands-its-collection-with-golden-axe/) - SEGA Forever keeps adding games to their mobile collection, and now you can finally download Golden Axe on your smartphone free and legally.
- [Windscribe: The Best VPN With A Free Option](https://mydpad.com/windscribe-the-best-vpn-with-a-free-option/) - If you're looking for the best VPN that's easy to use which also has a free option, you can't do any better than Windscribe, available for all your devices.
- [Five Great Upcoming Video Games In 2017](https://mydpad.com/five-great-upcoming-video-games-in-2017/) - Hey My Dpad readers, it's 2017 and here are five great upcoming video games that we can expect soon, with four of them being for the PC (and other consoles).
- [Best Mobile Game Similar To Pokémon: Pocket Mortys](https://mydpad.com/best-mobile-game-similar-to-pokemon-pocket-mortys/) - Rick and Morty: Pocket Mortys is in a league of its own when it comes to the best mobile games similar to Pokémon. It's a ripoff, but it's a great ripoff.
- [Legally Download SteamWorld Dig Completely Free!](https://mydpad.com/legally-download-steamworld-dig-completely-free/) - Origin is offering SteamWorld Dig completely free (it's usually $10) as long as you sign up for Origin. If you like Metroidvanias or Terraria, give it a try.
- [Futurama: Worlds of Tomorrow Brings A New Episode](https://mydpad.com/futurama-worlds-of-tomorrow-brings-a-new-episode/) - Futurama: Worlds of Tomorrow is sponsoring a brand new double episode of Futurama, to be released in podcast form on The Nerdist.
- [Why You Should Play Tetris Mobile](https://mydpad.com/why-you-should-play-tetris-mobile/) - Tetris mobile delivers the good for Tetris purists and newbies alike. If you want some free classic Tetris action on your smartphone, Tetris mobile is for you.
- [Amazon Underground: Download Mobile Games For Free](https://mydpad.com/amazon-underground-download-mobile-games-for-free/) - You don't have to pay a penny to download mobile games and apps free on Amazon Underground, so you have nothing to lose by checking it out on your Android.
- [5 Video Games You Can Play With Your Girlfriend](https://mydpad.com/5-video-games-you-can-play-with-your-girlfriend/) - These are the best video games to play with your girlfriend/boyfriend/partner, from Steam games to cross-platform mobile games for couples like Junk Jack.
- [Play Every Harry Potter Handheld Game On Android](https://mydpad.com/play-every-harry-potter-handheld-game-on-android/) - If you have an Android, you probably know you can emulate a lot of games, but have you realized that you can emulate every single Harry Potter handheld game?
- [The Best Halloween Costume Ideas For Gamers](https://mydpad.com/the-best-halloween-costume-ideas-for-gamers/) - If you're looking for Halloween costumes for gamers or DIY costume ideas involving video games, you've come to the right place.
- [Windows 10 Fall Creators Update Coming October 17](https://mydpad.com/windows-10-fall-creators-update-coming-october-17/) - The Windows 10 Fall Creators Update is hitting your machine on October 17th, and with it comes exciting updates to GPU task management and Linux for Windows.
- [Join Our Pixel Starships Alliance, My Dpad Pirates](https://mydpad.com/join-our-pixel-starship-alliance-my-dpad-pirates/) - If you're ready to take your Pixel Starships game to the next level, join the My Dpad Pirates Pixel Starships alliance and start swashbuckling with the best.
- [Knights of Pen & Paper 2 Delivers The Goods](https://mydpad.com/knights-of-pen-paper-2-delivers-the-goods/) - While the cynical among us might think Knights of Pen & Paper 2 is just a cash grab, it's actually a free improvement on the original game in every way.
- [Fat Bunny: Flappy Bird For Bunny Lovers](https://mydpad.com/fat-bunny-flappy-bird-for-bunny-lovers/) - Whether you're a bunny lover or are just looking for a unique take on the infinite runner, give Fat Bunny a try. It's free, so you have nothing to lose.
- [Where To Find The Best Cheap Legal Game Deals](https://mydpad.com/where-to-find-the-best-cheap-legal-game-deals/) - This short guide will help you find the best deals on video games around the web, whether you're looking for a specific game or you just want to shop discounts.
- [West of Loathing: The Final Update (From Us)](https://mydpad.com/west-of-loathing-the-final-update-from-us/) - It took me about 14 hours to beat West of Loathing as a completionist, though I didn't quite 100% it yet. This makes it well worth the $11 price of admission.
- [Roasted Edamame: The Best Cheap Gaming Snack](https://mydpad.com/roasted-edamame-the-best-cheap-gaming-snack/) - If you want a cheap, healthy snack to keep by your side when you're in the middle of a long gaming session, you can't do better than roasted edamame.
- [Humble Store Singleplayer Sale Delivers The Goods](https://mydpad.com/humble-store-singleplayer-sale-delivers-the-goods/) - The Humble Bundle Store is currently running a singleplayer sale which includes 85% off of Rogue Legacy, 75% off of Prison Architect and many more deals.
- [Pixel Starships Is Finally Available For Android](https://mydpad.com/pixel-starships-is-finally-available-for-android/) - Pixel Starships is an absolute must-play. In fact, it may be the best (free or otherwise, MMORPG or otherwise, scifi or otherwise) mobile game I've ever played.
- [Tiny Heist: Bite-Sized Roguelike Action](https://mydpad.com/tiny-heist-bite-sized-roguelike-action/) - Tiny Heist is an engrossing, brilliantly simple free roguelike game that can easily take up a few hours of your day before you even notice it's happening.
- [Grab Them By The Eyes: Burger Stand Simulator](https://mydpad.com/grab-them-by-the-eyes-burger-stand-simulator/) - In Grab Them By The Eyes you play a burger stand owner who has presumably held a monopoly over his street corner for years before hipsters open their own stand.
- [Football Manager 2018 Release Date: November 10th](https://mydpad.com/football-manager-2018-release-date-november-10th/) - Sports Interactive has just unveiled Football Manager 2018's release date: the next edition of the classic simulation game is coming out on November 10th, 2017.
- [West of Loathing: The Western RPG Of The Year](https://mydpad.com/west-of-loathing-the-western-rpg-of-the-year/) - West of Loathing is familiar enough to Kingdom of Loathing to pique your interest, but different enough to really draw you in.
- [West of Loathing Update: Second Impressions](https://mydpad.com/west-of-loathing-update-second-impressions/) - It's been less than a week since Asymmetric Publications absolutely knocked it out of the park with West of Loathing, but here are our second impressions.
- [Trivia Crack Kingdoms and Trivia Crack Heroes](https://mydpad.com/trivia-crack-kingdoms-and-trivia-crack-heroes/) - If you loved Trivia Crack, you have to give Trivia Crack Kingdoms and Trivia Crack Heroes a try, since they might be your new obsessions.
- [Dungeons & Dragons Beyond: Digital D&D](https://mydpad.com/dungeons-dragons-beyond-digital-dd/) - Dungeons & Dragons Beyond is an attempt to partially digitize the Dungeons & Dragons experience to make it easier for new players to get into the game.
- [Hitman Sniper: Heart-Pounding Mobile Action](https://mydpad.com/hitman-sniper-heart-pounding-mobile-action/) - Hitman's second mobile offering, Hitman Sniper, succeeds by acknowledging its limitations and offering a top-notch sniping experience for your smartphone.
- [Zevia Soda: Your New Healthy Gamer Fuel](https://mydpad.com/zevia-soda-your-new-healthy-gamer-fuel/) - Zevia is a stevia-sweetened soda that has zero sugar, calories, fat, sodium, or carbs. Most importantly, it tastes great and is inexpensive.
- [Adventure Xpress: A Fun Match-3 RPG](https://mydpad.com/adventure-xpress-a-fun-match-3-rpg/) - If you're looking for a fun puzzle RPG to play for free and you love Adult Swim games (or even just the shows), Adventure Xpress is a great choice.
- [Why Dungeon Village Should Be On Your Phone](https://mydpad.com/why-dungeon-village-should-be-on-your-phone/) - Dungeon Village is one of those must-have iPhone games. Part city builder, part RPG, the fun is only limited by how strong you train your adventurers.
- [N.O.V.A. Legacy: FPS Action In A Small Download](https://mydpad.com/n-o-v-a-legacy-fps-action-in-a-small-download/) - If you have 27 MB of free space and are looking for a free FPS for your phone, you can't do much better than N.O.V.A. Legacy. 
- [Amazon Trade-In Turns Your Browser Into Gamestop](https://mydpad.com/amazon-trade-in-turns-your-browser-into-gamestop/) - Go ahead and give Amazon Trade-In a try if you want a place to sell your used video games, consoles, and accessories, or pretty much anything else.
- [Trailer Park Boys: Greasy Money](https://mydpad.com/trailer-park-boys-greasy-money/) - Trailer Park Boys: Greasy Money is an excellent example of a great licensed game, and is definitely one of the best licensed mobile games I've run across.
- [Choose-Your-Own-Adventure in God of Magic](https://mydpad.com/choose-your-own-adventure-in-god-of-magic/) - For people who are now dedicated to their smartphones but still feel the itch for a choose-your-own adventure book, there's God of Magic.
- [Yahtzee Plus Monsters Equals Dice Hunter](https://mydpad.com/yahtzee-plus-monsters-equals-dice-hunter/) - I'm here today to tell you about Dice Hunter: Quest of the Dicemancer. If you like rolling collectible dice to defeat monsters, well, your day has finally come.
- [AlphaCat: Unique SciFi Puzzler On Your Phone](https://mydpad.com/alphacat-unique-scifi-puzzler-on-your-phone/) - If you are a fan of scifi RPGs, puzzle games, cute cats, or just great smartphone games, AlphaCat is a must-play.
- [Desert Island Fishing: One-Handed Bliss](https://mydpad.com/desert-island-fishing-one-handed-bliss/) - Desert Island Fishing is an excellent fishing simulator for your smartphone, and is one of the most relaxing mobile games you can play.
- [The Best Gifts for Gamers: Summer 2017](https://mydpad.com/the-best-gifts-for-gamers-summer-2017/) - Here is a collection of cool, unique gifts for the gamer in your life, and even some gifts for the gamer who has everything.
- [Sega Forever Does What Nintendon't](https://mydpad.com/sega-forever-does-what-nintendont/) - In case you haven't heard yet, Sega is re-releasing classic games for iPhone and Android for free in their new Sega Forever collection.
- [The Battle of Polytopia: Bite-Sized Strategy](https://mydpad.com/the-battle-of-polytopia-bite-sized-strategy/) - The Battle of Polytopia (formerly known as SuperTribes) is a mobile strategy game that succeeds by not overstepping its boundaries.
- [5 Classic Games You Can Play On Your Smartphone](https://mydpad.com/5-classic-games-you-can-play-on-your-smartphone/) - Whether you have an iPhone or Android, check out one of these all-time gaming classics that you can take with you on the go.
- [AirConsole: The Centerpiece of Your Next Party](https://mydpad.com/airconsole-the-centerpiece-of-your-next-party/) - If you have one computer and every person in your group has a smartphone, you already have an AirConsole just waiting to be activated.
- [Love Star Wars? Play Star Wars: Force Arena](https://mydpad.com/love-star-wars-play-star-wars-force-arena/) - Star Wars: Force Arena is a competitive multiplayer smartphone game that I haven't been able to put down since I first downloaded it.
- [Golf Clash: Free Golf Action for iOS and Android](https://mydpad.com/golf-clash-free-golf-action-for-ios-and-android/) - I'm here today to tell you about Golf Clash. Golf Clash is a free golf game that pits you against players all over the world. The kicker is that the matches are actually in real-time, rather than simply being played against real opponents' profiles. This adds a competitive edge to Golf Clash that many mobile
- [The Ultimate Animation Throwdown Guide: Tips and Tricks](https://mydpad.com/the-ultimate-animation-throwdown-guide-tips-and-tricks/) - If you love animation, Animation Throwdown is the game for you. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this guide will take your game to the next level.
- [Xonotic: The Free Arena Shooter For Everyone](https://mydpad.com/xonotic-the-free-arena-shooter-for-everyone/) - If you're a fan of arena shooters, you need to know about Xonotic, the free arena shooter that runs on most computers and operating systems.
- [Stay Healthy While Gaming](https://mydpad.com/stay-healthy-while-gaming/) - Long video game sessions can lead to a more sedentary lifestyle and health risks. Healthy snacking and exercise can ensure you stay healthy while you game.
- [PSN Golden Week Sale 2016](https://mydpad.com/psn-golden-week-sale-2016/) - It's Golden Week time again, and you know what that means! Great discounts on Japanese-made PS3, PS4 and PS Vita games for us here in North America.
- [Stand In Comfort With A Cheap Anti-Fatigue Mat](https://mydpad.com/stand-in-comfort-with-a-cheap-anti-fatigue-mat/) - These days, standing desks are all the rage. Complement yours with a 2 x 3 foot Genuine Joe Anti-Fatigue Mat for under 15 bucks.
- [How Razer Cortex Can Boost Your PC Gaming For Free](https://mydpad.com/how-razer-cortex-can-boost-your-pc-gaming-for-free/) - So your favorite game isn't running too well anymore. Case in point: trying to play it for any amount of time is starting to feel like the Ludovico Technique scene from A Clockwork Orange, as you're presented with visual depictions of things you love yet your primary reaction is nausea. You have a relatively new
- [Getting Started (And Then Some) With retropie](https://mydpad.com/getting-started-and-then-some-with-retropie/) - If you want to get started with a Raspberry Pi setup running retropie, this is the place for you, no matter how much technical knowledge you have.

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