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The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra’s 120Hz screen is a game-changer for mobile gaming, offering a high refresh rate that enhances responsiveness and delivers ultra-smooth visuals. It’s remarkable to see smartphones achieve such high refresh rates, especially when many premium TVs, monitors, and gaming consoles still struggle to maintain consistent performance at these levels.
For Android gamers eager to maximize their device’s high-refresh-rate display, Android Police has curated a list of over 200 Google Play games that support 120Hz gameplay. The selection spans a diverse range of genres, including strategy, RPGs, shooters, puzzles, adventures, and platformers, ensuring something for every type of player.
With an overwhelming number of excellent 120Hz-compatible games available—far too many to list comprehensively—I’ve handpicked a few standout titles that I’ve personally enjoyed. These recommendations are just the tip of the iceberg, so if my selections don’t resonate or you’re craving more options, be sure to explore Android Police’s complete list for additional inspiration.
Oceanhorn (Action-Adventure)
Fans of Zelda will find Oceanhorn to be a perfect match. Set in a vast oceanic world, players journey across islands, solving intricate dungeon puzzles, battling creatures, and gathering items and abilities that open up new regions to discover.
Rayman Adventures (Platformer)
While Rayman Adventures may not reach the heights of its console siblings Rayman Origins and Rayman Legends, it remains an entertaining platformer inspired by two of the genre’s finest titles. Additionally, its hand-drawn visuals are likely to appear stunning on a 120Hz display.
Hitman Go, Deus Ex Go, and Lara Croft Go (Puzzle, Strategy)
This trio of games transforms the expansive stealth sandboxes of the main Deus Ex and Hitman franchises, as well as the trap-laden dungeons of the Tomb Raider series, into compact puzzle experiences. Players navigate diorama-style levels, avoiding detection while accomplishing objectives. Each title adapts core mechanics from its source material—such as Hitman’s disguises, Deus Ex’s hacking tools, and Tomb Raider’s platforming—and reimagines them as innovative solutions for the game’s puzzle-driven environments.
Minecraft (Building, Survival)
You’ve likely tried Minecraft before, but it still deserves a spot on this list. Whether you’re constructing a survival mode base or indulging in creative mode’s virtual block-building, this game has a way of consuming hours effortlessly.
Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition (RPG)
While Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition lacks the vast open world and high-end graphics of its console/PC counterpart, its charming cartoonish style offers a fresh take. It’s an excellent way to dive into Final Fantasy XV’s narrative. Having played both versions, I find the Pocket Edition’s combat more accessible and its segmented levels make the story more digestible, all while retaining the original’s stellar music and voice acting.
A vast array of additional games
This is just a handful of titles I’ve personally enjoyed and can vouch for, but the options don’t end here. While fighting games aren’t my forte, notable entries like Skullgirls and Mortal Kombat support 120Hz gameplay. The selection of shooters is currently limited, but Hitman: Sniper is a solid choice, alongside visually striking PVP games like Shadowgun Legends. You’ll also find fan favorites such as Pokemon Go, Plague Inc., DOTA Underlords, and Auto Chess.
