Craig Mercure 
The true gamers out there will know how frustrating it is being away from your console when you want to play! The solution? Mobile/PC crossover games. These games are the ultimate multitaskers, fitting into your life as easily comfortably as your favorite sweatpants. They let you dive into epic adventures, strategic showdowns, and cozy simulations, no matter where you are or what device you’re using. Let’s take a look at my pick of the games that get it just right.
Genshin Impact
A huge open-world RPG for mobile and PC? It’s ambitious. But, Genshin Impact realised the vision so well that you don’t even consider that when you’re playing it. It’s the kind of game that lures you in with jaw-dropping landscapes, the kind that you could explore endlessly even if there wasn’t the added elemental combat. The combination is so satisfying you’ll wonder how you ever played anything else. Its seamless cross-save system means you can start exploring on your PC, then continue solving puzzles or fighting bosses on your phone. It’s great being able to hop from one to another so effortlessly. Plus, it’s a regularly updated game too, which each one dropping yet another stunning region to explore.
Hearthstone
There’s something magical about a game that feels at home on a giant monitor or a tiny screen, and Hearthstone pulls it off flawlessly. This digital card game might look simple at first glance, but its mechanics are as sharp as a well-timed counterspell.
And while we’re here, Hearthstone casually made history with the first-ever $1 million tournament prize pool. The best bit? Whether you’re perfecting your deck at home or sneaking in a match during your lunch break, your progress remains.
Poker
Nowadays almost all casino games fit under this umbrella, but there’s one in particular that’s had an awful lot of development time spent on it – and that’s poker. This game tends to attract a slightly different crowd, after all you have to know the poker rules before you can succeed, unlike some other casino games that simply require you to roll dice or press a button. Poker isn’t just a game; it’s a test of your ability to think strategically, read people, and stay cool under pressure. It’s one of the few casino games where knowing the rules is just the beginning – mastery comes from bluffing like a champ and spotting tells like a hawk.
Minecraft
It’s no wonder Minecraft has sold over 238 million copies because it’s not just a game; it’s a way of life. Whether you’re building a cozy cabin or recreating the Eiffel Tower block by block, this sandbox wonderland thrives on imagination. Thanks to cross-platform compatibility, you can build on your PC and check on your chickens from your phone. Bonus: it’s even being used in schools to teach everything from geometry to coding. Who knew those pixelated cows could be so educational?
Among Us
When Among Us rocketed to fame, no one saw it coming – probably because the imposter sabotaged the radar. This game of deception is all about sneaking, sabotaging, and (if you’re a crewmate) trying not to die.
The cross-platform feature makes it dangerously easy to rope your friends into a match, no matter what device they’re on. Just don’t get too attached to anyone because loyalty is fleeting when someone’s been venting across the map.
League of Legends
Let’s face it: MOBAs are intense. But Wild Rift takes the complexity of League of Legends and packages it into faster, more mobile-friendly matches. Whether you’re climbing the ranks on your PC or sneaking in a quick match on your phone, the cross-save system means every win (or crushing defeat) counts. With a global fanbase so dedicated they broke viewership records during Worlds, Wild Rift proves the MOBA craze isn’t going anywhere.
Stardew Valley
There’s a certain charm to a game that lets you grow pumpkins one minute and fight monsters the next. Stardew Valley, the indie darling that’s charmed millions, was created by one person. Because apparently, some people are just built different. Its mobile/PC crossover makes tending your virtual farm ridiculously convenient. Got a spare five minutes? Check your crops. Back at your desk? Time to dive into the mines. Productivity? Overrated.
