Best Free Offline Games for Android & iPhone (No Internet)

No data package? Travelling? Load-shedding knocking out the Wi-Fi? These free games work without an internet connection after you install them, on both Android and iPhone.

Tip: open each game once while you’re online. Many games download extra files the first time they start.

Best free offline games

Subway Surfers

Endless running that plays fully offline. You only need the internet for events and updates.

Hill Climb Racing

Physics-based driving that needs no connection and works on almost any phone.

Shadow Fight 2

A story-driven fighting game with plenty of offline content.

Alto’s Odyssey

A relaxing endless sandboarder with a “Zen Mode” for calm, score-free play.

Ludo King

Play against the computer, or pass and play with family on one phone. No internet needed.

Chess

Most chess apps let you play against the computer offline at any difficulty.

Temple Run 2

A runner classic that’s great for short trips.

Mini Militia

Play offline training, or connect with friends nearby over local Wi-Fi without mobile data.

Cricket games with offline modes

Several popular cricket games include offline quick matches and tournaments. See which ones in free cricket games.

Puzzle games

Sudoku, crosswords, word search and block puzzles are almost always offline and great for the mind.

Offline gaming tips

Turn on airplane mode to save battery. It also blocks ads in many games.
Lower screen brightness during long trips.
Keep a power bank handy during load-shedding.
Remember that offline progress may only sync to your account when you reconnect.

FAQs

Do offline games use any data?

Not while you play offline. They use data for downloads, updates and ads when you’re connected.

Which offline game is best for kids?

Subway Surfers, Hill Climb Racing and Ludo King are simple, colourful and suitable for all ages. Pair them with our healthy gaming tips.

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