Afterimage Mobile is one of the most impressive ports I've seen on the platform. This is a massive, sprawling Metroidvania that has been successfully shrunk down without losing its soul. The hand-drawn art is jaw-droppingly beautiful, with every region—from the Sunken City to the Whispering Forest—feeling distinct and alive. On a high-resolution mobile screen, the colors absolutely pop.
The combat is precise, which is essential for a game that demands high-level platforming and boss pattern recognition. While touch controls are surprisingly responsive, playing with a controller really lets the game shine. The sheer amount of content here is staggering; with over 200 pieces of equipment and a massive world map to explore, it feels like a 'proper' console experience in the palm of your hand. If you have the storage space, this is an essential adventure for any action-platformer fan.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.3Thu Apr 25 2024
-Optimized overheating issues for some selected models.
A great deity created the world named Engardin, leaving four goliaths before her departure. The Goliaths abided by their different divine callings and upheld the order and flow of this world. Hence, the lives in Engardin reincarnated and multiplied.
Humans were the last creation, and their ever-expanding ambitions led to a protracted war against the Goliaths. Engardin was engulfed in flames, until a huge explosion known as "The Razing" devastated the Holy Grounds of mankind and brought a swift end to the conflict. But the divine order was broken, and lives withered away. The age of mankind came to an end.
The survivors of the conflict scattered across Engardin. Severed from the Well of Mankind and unable to reincarnate, they banded together to form settlements. Years have passed since this great cataclysm, and the remaining human settlements have been suddenly assaulted by mystic forces. Renee, a young amnesiac girl and student of Aros, was the lone survivor of the attack on her village. Determined to recover her forgotten memories and locate her lost mentor, she bids farewell to her destroyed village to embark on a journey that will inexplicably set into motion a series of events that will determine the fate of this new world.
Requires iOS 14.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.A great deity created the world named Engardin, leaving four goliaths before her departure. The Goliaths abided by their different divine callings and upheld the order and flow of this world. Hence, the lives in Engardin reincarnated and multiplied.
Humans were the last creation, and their ever-expanding ambitions led to a protracted war against the Goliaths. Engardin was engulfed in flames, until a huge explosion known as "The Razing" devastated the Holy Grounds of mankind and brought a swift end to the conflict. But the divine order was broken, and lives withered away. The age of mankind came to an end.
The survivors of the conflict scattered across Engardin. Severed from the Well of Mankind and unable to reincarnate, they banded together to form settlements. Years have passed since this great cataclysm, and the remaining human settlements have been suddenly assaulted by mystic forces. Renee, a young amnesiac girl and student of Aros, was the lone survivor of the attack on her village. Determined to recover her forgotten memories and locate her lost mentor, she bids farewell to her destroyed village to embark on a journey that will inexplicably set into motion a series of events that will determine the fate of this new world.












Afterimage Mobile is a high-octane 2D action-RPG featuring a gorgeous hand-drawn art style. Players take on the role of Renee, an explorer searching for her lost memories in the vast world of Engardin. Encounter over 170 types of enemies and 30 epic bosses as you navigate non-linear levels. With deep character customization, multiple weapon types, and a rich lore-driven story, Afterimage offers a premium console-quality experience optimized for mobile play.
Massive non-linear world with 15+ areas
Stunning hand-drawn 2D visuals
Deep RPG progression with 200+ gear pieces
Supports external game controllers
Don't try to kill everything immediately. Some areas are gated by 'Afterimages' (movement abilities). If an enemy kills you in one hit, mark it on your map and come back once you've unlocked the double jump or dash.
You can equip two weapons at once. Pairing a fast-hitting 'Blade' with a long-range 'Scythe' allows you to handle both mob crowds and fast-moving bosses effectively.
The initial download is small, but the full game requires approximately 3GB of space for high-quality assets.