Hanging with Friends is the latest release from social gaming giants, Zynga. Based on Hangman but with a twist, the game involves creating mystery words to bamboozle your friends. Play up to 20 games at once, play against a friend or random opponent and use push notifications. Does not disappoint!

A bestselling board game and now available for iPad, Ticket to Ride is easy to learn and will keep you interested for ages. Play alone against up to 4 AI players or join in with the online community. Either way, the tutorials will make sure you have a fun journey!

Possibly the best Android racing game so far, Asphalt 6:Adrenaline HD is immense! Discover and master the 42 cars before burning up the streets in 55 events over 11 leagues. The game also has multiplayer capabilities for up to 6 players.

As a retro gaming fan, I was keen to try Castle Bash but ended up disappointed. It's an 8-bit game for up to 4 players - what you need to do is defend your castle walls while destroying others. A little too basic.

Developed especially for use with Tegra enabled tablets, Riptide GP is the first mobile jetski racing game. Power your way though 12 raceways, unlock 6 jetskis, play in 3 modes and master numerous stunts. Once you've mastered it, challenge your friends or work towards a leaderboard highscore.

Play with all NBA teams and legends in each of the 3 modes available in NBA Jam by EA Sports. Play against a friend in multiplayer, start right away by picking a ready made team or play a full championship campaign. Fun to play and pretty realistic for a phone game!

The classic game of Bocce is now available for Android in this app. Play against the computer or friends, throw the ball to get started then see who can get closest to the LWB. It takes a bit of practise to work out how to control the direction and strength!

Voted #1 card game and #1 word game in the UK, Word Solitaire is a card game with a difference. Turn each card to reveal a letter, then use the letters for form high-scoring words. With 20 free levels, a 250 level campaign mode and multiplayer options, this is a must for word game fans

Available on iOS at last, Stick Cricket is #1 game in several countries for good reason. Choose your team then try to master their bowler's tricks and spins. Play against All-Stars, dominate one team at a time or play against a friend. Either way, it's a must for cricket fans

Already a popular board game and now a mobile app, Pictureka requires players to spot and tap the hidden objects in the cartoons. Play in Adventure Mode, head to head with family and friends and get drawn into this great game. You will get addicted!