Author: Jennifer Allen / Source: reviewgeek.com
The iMessage overhaul in iOS 10 revolutionized how many iOS owners communicated with each other. One addition is the ability to play games with each other through the messaging platform, rather than needing to jump into a separate app. Here are eight great games you can play through iMessage.
These days, iMessage isn’t just about sending messages quickly or exchanging emojis and stickers. It’s also about playing simple games. The choice is surprisingly vast so we’ve narrowed things down to the pick of the bunch—each sure to entertain you throughout the day.
Four in a Row (Free)
Four in a Row is the iMessage adaptation of the classic game of Connect 4, and it’s pretty fun. If you’ve never played before, the idea is simple. You drop red or yellow discs into a grid, aiming to be the first to get four in a row.
There’s a decent amount of strategy here as a lot of success is down to your ability to block your opponent and outwit them. Simple to learn, and quick to play through, it suits the iMessage platform perfectly. Just don’t expect gripping visuals or anything like that. It’s about as rudimentary as, well, the original game it’s based on.
Fast Thumbs (Free)
Fast Thumbs is a battle of speedy fingers. All you have to do is type as fast as possible, working on being speedier and more accurate than your friend. In each case, you’re given 10 random phrases to type, choosing from many categories, before typing quickly.
Scores are assigned according to how fast you typed, how many mistakes you made, consistency and general accuracy. Some challenges involve emojis and punctuation so things can get tough. It’s an interesting way of showing off in the nerdiest of fashions. Bear in mind that you’ll need to pay $1 to unlock some of the extra categories.
Cobi Hoops (Free)
Cobi Hoops is a fairly ambitious looking basketball game. The core of the game has you focusing on scoring as many baskets as possible within 30 seconds before seeing if your opponent…
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