In a welcome turn of events for mobile gamers, popular titles like Deus Ex Go, Hitman Sniper, and Tomb Raider Reloaded have made a triumphant return to mobile devices. These games, which were previously delisted following the acquisition of Studio Onoma (formerly Square Enix Montreal) by Embracer in 2022, are now back under the management of Deca Games, a German developer also owned by Embracer.
This surprising turnaround not only brings back fan-favorite games like Lara Croft Go, Hitman Sniper, and Lara Croft: Relic Run but also signifies a commitment to preserving beloved mobile titles. Deca Games, known for their work on titles like Star Trek Online, has taken on the responsibility of ensuring these games remain accessible and supported for players.
The return of the Go series is particularly noteworthy. These games transformed iconic franchises into unique mobile puzzlers, offering a fresh take on familiar gameplay. For enthusiasts of game preservation, this is a significant milestone, ensuring that these innovative titles continue to be available on mobile devices.
For those who might find the Go series less challenging, there's an opportunity to explore other brain-teasing options. Why not check out our curated list of the top 25 best puzzle games on iOS and Android for more engaging puzzles?
Let'sa GOThe Go series was a distinct and standalone series of puzzlers that translated their parent series to mobile in a surprising way. By translating them to a pseudo-puzzler format, it allowed Square Enix Montreal to translate their parent series that might otherwise not have been able to fit on mobile.