These 8 best multiplayer iPad games are all set to infuse some friendly competition amongst you and your friends. Online or offline multiplayer gameplay is always fun no matter what platform it is played on. And with the sheer amount of attributes Apple’s tablet has been infused with, we can’t help but to want to exploit its multiplayer capabilities.
Tons of games on the App Store are currently offering such online, Wi-Fi-based or offline multiplayer modes, and it’s quite hard to select a few from among the lot. And though we’ve gathered the finest ones for you here, some really amazing titles have sadly failed to make the cut. Without wasting much time let us have a look at these games.
1 – Mirror’s Edge
The jump of Mirror’s Edge from mainstream platforms to iOS was phenomenal to say the least. This title managed to grab the attention of hordes of gamers owing to its excellent gameplay mechanics. You can compete with your friends in one on one battles using its split-screen mode which encourages time and tactics-based gameplay. While its Race Maps feature pure race against time scenarios, its Rival Maps persuade you to outsmart you friends while on a city-wide hunt to uncover secret packages.
Price: 9.99 USD (approx. Rs. 555)
2 – Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six: Shadow Vanguard HD
We’ve been playing Rainbow Six games on other platforms for quite a while now. And if you’re game to indulge in some touch-based third-person tactics-based shooting on your iPads, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six: Shadow Vanguard HD is just what you’d want. Its gameplay revolves around a global terrorist organization which is out to bring upon world imbalance. The entire title can be played with one of your friends, as its stellar campaign supports online and local co-op. 10-player competitive multiplayer matches can also be jumped into on the five exhilarating maps that are on offer with this second entry to our list.
Price: 6.99 USD (approx. Rs. 390)
3 – Street Fighter IV Volt
Nothing can beat some classic Street Fighter action, can it? And it’s all the more lovely when you get to play an SF game on your iPads. Street Fighter IV Volt plays smoothly on the tablet, and renders some breathtaking visuals. Its Battle Network feature allows you to team up with your friends and enter Tournaments. As soon as you set up your squad, you’re open to team vs. team battles. And there’s even a Wi-Fi match mode which enhances its multiplayer offerings. You can play as a total of 22 characters from the famous Street Fighter roster.
Price: 4.99 USD (approx. Rs. 275)
4 – Worms 2: Armageddon
Team17’s Worms franchise just never gets old. New games are being doled out under the series on a regular basis, and with each of them there’s something to look forward to. Worms 2: Armageddon came to the iPad in 2010, and has ever since been keeping many a gamer busy with its turn-based strategy gameplay. You can compete with your pals using its offline Bluetooth functionality which renders multiplayer gameplay for up to 4 gamers. Moreover, you can even battle with folks from all over the globe using its Wi-Fi multiplayer features which support 2-player action.
Price: 4.99 USD (approx. Rs. 275)
5 – Real Racing 2 HD
Real Racing 2 HD, the next addition to our compilation, is a driving title beyond excellence. With its astounding visuals and a campaign which lasts more than ten hours, it’s one of the finest games having been made for the tablet till date. And coming towards its multiplayer aspect, the game is able to offer you a massive online experience with its local Wi-Fi and online matches that can be jumped into by 16 players at once. With the help of Game Center and Firemint’s Cloudcell technology, you can even record and upload videos of your favorite races on YouTube.
Price: 6.99 USD (approx. Rs. 390)
6 – Gun Bros
If free-to-play is your kind of thing then Gun Bros is definitely for you. This game can be downloaded and played on your devices for free, but requires in-app purchases in order to enhance the experience. It lets you fire your guns at enemies with your Game Center friends at your side. Moreover, you can even indulge in deathmatch play with random people from over the world using 3G or Wi-Fi. Live voice chatting is another attribute which sets Gun Bros apart from other shooters out there.
Price: Free
7 – 2XL ATV Offroad
Off-road racing has its own thrilling flavor which makes it so addictive. With 2XL ATV Offroad on your iPads, you can very well get set for an unbelievable ride. It features unlockable customization options that allow you to choose from hundreds of ATV and rider skin combinations, keeping you busy for hours. Its multiplayer mode supports a maximum of 5 opponents over local Wi-Fi. First and third-person camera views, 8 preset control schemes, adjustable level of difficulty and a total of sixteen ATV Supercross and Outdoor Nationals tracks are some of the other offerings of this title from our roster.
Price: 4.99 USD (approx. Rs. 275)
8 – Modern Combat 3: Fallen Nation
As a series, Gameloft’s Modern Combat has proved time and again, that mobile FPS gaming is its territory. The third installation came out on multiple mobile platforms in October last year with its brilliant single-player and multiplayer gameplay. If 12-player multiplayer matches with six exclusive maps and seven different modes aren’t enough for you, there’s a massive 13-mission campaign mode in the title to keep you hooked. Improvements over the previous Modern Combat games include the introduction of a new sprint and slide feature. The game’s attractive graphics display visuals with such details that it’s hard to take your eyes of them.
Price: 6.99 USD (approx. Rs. 390)
Conclusion
Those were the picks for our catalog of the best multiplayer iPad games. While each of them contains awesome and diverse multiplayer gameplay, their single-player attributes too are worth diving into. Try them out and tell us what you loved and loathed about them. Until then, it’s goodbye.