As a dedicated football fan, the end of the season can be tough.
When the action on the field stops, the summer can seem to stretch out for a long while. This summer, we’ll be entertained by events in the European Championships, but not everybody enjoys international football quite as much as domestic action.
That may result in fans turning to their mobile devices and home consoles for a video game fix. Football videogames have often filled the gap between matches for fans, from early titles such as Sensible Soccer to the modern-day behemoth of FIFA. Those less inclined to dictate the action may have once picked up Championship Manager, before following the Sports Interactive, Football Manager franchise.
Whatever type of game you like, you can find something on mobile, be it iOS or Android, which helps keep you engaged and entertained. Not all titles featuring football require you to score a goal or sign players, but as a true football fan, you may be keen to have something football-related to do over the summer. If you are, then these are the main genres of apps you can find, and a few titles you might wish to try.
Best Mobile Football Themed Apps
Action
Match action has always been one of the core genres of video gaming, and with mobiles packing so much processing power these days, you can get some great football games on the go. The obvious one is PES 2021 Mobile, a watered-down version of the classic ‘Pro Evo’ series that is beloved by football fans everywhere. There are others on the market worth checking out, such as Ultimate Football Club, with more choice for fans of football than at any other point in video game history.
Management
Management games predate even the most rudimentary action simulators, with Kevin Toms’ Football Manager setting the standard almost 40 years ago. At the time, that title kept the ZX Spectrum rolling off the production line according to The Courier, and the brand endures today. Both FM Touch and FM Mobile can be downloaded to your device to ensure you never miss a game on the go and both are very popular indeed. Football Chairman Pro is another title that goes even deeper, giving you full control of your club from top to bottom.
Slots
Online slot machines are on the rise, with more choice and scope for players than ever before. With such heavy competition for players, developers are catching on to the fact football draws in gamers. If you are a football fan who wants an experience related to your hobby, then there is a football slot for you. Gala Bingo’s Slots and Games section has the title Top Trumps Football Stars, which brings the nostalgia of the classic card game together with football and the newer online slot market, and it is not alone. Other developers have titles dedicated to specific teams, such as Manchester United, or even single players such as the legendary Diego Maradona.
Quizzes
Quiz games are a strong performer on mobile devices as they offer a quick gameplay element that can be picked up and put down in relatively short bursts. Football is a sport packed with trivia, so quiz apps are a great fit. Some, such as World Cup Shirts Quiz App, play into the current trend towards shirt collection, whilst others, such as Pro Quiz Man United, allow supporters of specific teams to test their knowledge.
