June is officially over, which means it’s time to take a look back at what goodies it brought. The summer months are usually a hot time for new games. June was no exception. We saw a bunch of awesome new games launch last month. If you were busy swimming and grilling you probably missed a few. We have a list of the best games to launch in June. Download a few of these to pass the time while you’re traveling on vacation or when the AC goes out.
Best Apps from June / Previous Best Games of the Month
Age of Explorers
Age of Explorers, by the History Channel, takes you back to the time when sailors took to the seas to discover new lands and map the globe. Experience this exciting era in world history and learn about these brave explorers and the incredible journeys that shaped today’s world. [Download]
Angry Birds Fight!
Rovio is back again, this time with the 11th Angry Birds title designed to suck the pennies out of your wallet. Angry Birds Fight! is not really a fighting game per se, with gameplay more closely mirroring those match-3/RPG games that are all the rage these days. Think more Puzzle Quest than Candy Crush. [Download]
BRAWL
If you’ve ever played Bomberman you’ll like BRAWL. It has the same sort of idea, but it’s set in a much more brutal universe. Step into the darkness of The Emporium with 8 unique characters, each with a rich backstory and a surprising plot-twist. [Download]
Brickies
Brickies is a fresh take on the classic breakout game, with fast-paced levels that will leave you thirsty for more action. Use the paddles to launch the ball and unleash a variety of power-ups upon the brickies, but don’t worry if you miss the ball. [Download]
Chronology
Chronology is an episodic puzzle platform adventure starring The Inventor and The Snail. You can try “Part I” with 3 chapters for free right now.”Part II” is available in the game as an in-app purchase, with additional parts following later. [Download]
Dragon Quest VI
Dragon Quest VI features a rich storyline that leads you through a multitude of captivating worlds as you gather allies and battle fierce monsters on a quest to defeat evil forces. DQVI has updated graphics and more than 15 character classes to choose from. [Download]
Edge Of Oblivion: Alpha Squadron 2
If you loved played the old Rogue Squadron games back in the day (who didn’t?), you’ll love this game. In Edge Of Oblivion: Alpha Squadron 2, you get the chance to jump into the cockpit of a powerful starfighter and join the galaxy’s most daring pilots as they face off against the evil Hadian Empire. [Download]
Feed Me Oil 2
In Feed Me Oil 2 the goal is to channel oil into the gaping jaws of surreal living worlds. You have to guide gallons of the stuff around a series of mind-bending mechanical designs using new and improved physics. [Download]
Final Fantasy Tactics
The classic PlayStation title Final Fantasy Tactics is now officially available on Android. War of the Lions features cell-shaded cut scenes along with new characters and jobs that weren’t in the PS One original. If you haven’t fired this up since the PS One days, now’s a great time to revisit. [Download]
FireWhip
In FireWhipe you control a whip that is on fire (thank you Captain Obvious). The goal is to spin the whip to kill the enemies, but if you spin too much you’ll burn out parts of your whip. If you spin out to full length you can crack the whip for more damage. [Download]
Geometry Wars 3
Everyone has played Geometry Wars, or something similar, at some time in their life. The next chapter in the award-winning Geometry Wars franchise has stunning, console-quality graphics as you battle through waves of enemies in this frenetic arcade shooter. [Download]
Green Ninja: Year of the Frog
In this unique King Fu action puzzler you’re a frog who is on the menu. It’s your job to escape the clutches of evil ninjas and smash your way through tons of levels. The game has easy small puzzles that eventually lead up to brain-melting challenges. [Download]
Guncat
In Guncat you are a cat with a gun (these literal titles make it easy). Grab the weapon, take down all pesky birds and boost your score until ammo runs out. Be sure to shoot down birds carrying ammo boxes or buy better guns in order to extend shooting experience. [Download]
Heroes and Castles 2
Heroes and Castles 2 is a 3rd person action-RPG, strategy, and castle defense mash-up. Choose from one of three powerful races, customize your hero, summon a massive army to fight beside you in battle, defend your castle, conquer lands, and ultimately destroy the enemy stronghold. [Download]
Into the Circle
This game is like Shuffleboard or Curling on steroids. Shoot the ball in the right direction with the right amount of force. Aiming from one circle to the other and achieve a “Perfect.” The goal is to see how many “Perfects” you can get before the game is over. [Download]
Lifeline
Lifeline is a playable, branching story of survival against all odds. You will help the character, Taylor, make life or death decisions, and face the consequences together. The game plays out in real-time. As Taylor works to stay alive, notifications deliver new messages throughout your day. [Download]
Nambers
Here’s a simple game that will give your brain a workout as you advance to the more difficult levels. Select adjacent cells with the same number and scroll them left and right to change their values. Complete levels by creating the target pattern. [Download]
Outside World
Outside World is a game that hopes to grow up and be Monument Valley. You navigate Krysten through the familiar 3D/retro landscape to find a way home. Your friendly ghost companion, Jaynie, will help you along the way. [Download]
Radical Rappelling
From the creators of Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride comes a new game for adrenaline junkies. You’re rappelling down the side of a mountain to collect coins and stay alive as long as you can. It’s a lot like the aforementioned Jetpack Joyride, which is a good thing. [Download]
RBI Baseball 15
The legendary Major League Baseball franchise returns to the diamond just a few months into the season. You get over 1,000 MLB Players with detailed attributes based on hundreds of millions of data points from the MLB.com database and authentic ballparks with unique characteristics. [Download]
Sonic Runners
Sonic Runners is yet another one of those endless runner titles and has a sort of “retro” cell-shaded look to it. The game initially launched in some regions as a first test run, but in June it was finally available globally. [Download]
TransPlan
TransPlan is all about getting a payload from point A to point B with only a few simple tools and the laws of physics. Create ramps and catapults, watch objects tumble and fall, and someway, somehow reach the destination. [Download]
Vainglory
Outplay real opponents in this deep, uncompromising real-time multiplayer online battle arena game. Fight with lightning-fast controls using powerful heroes. Destroy the enemy Vain crystal and claim glory. [Download]
Xenowerk
Xenowerk is a top-down action shooter challenging your combat skills in an underground science lab. Descend deeper into the abyss and explore the tarnished levels. Armed with a flashlight as your main guidance, you’ll never know what’s lurking in the dark. [Download]
You Must Build a Boat
Like the title suggests, in this game you have to build a boat, which also includes gathering a crew. Once you have your boat you can create matches to unlock weapons and spells. Match as fast as you can to keep running. [Download]
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Did we miss any other great games from June? Which game is your favorite from this list? Let us know below!
