itunes.apple.com In this game, you run through various courses, collecting coins and trying to stay alive. Use the coins to get more power or to complete a run you are having trouble with. You will get addicted to the quick thinking and twisty turns this game serves up. Just don’t start playing it if you have something to do soon.

itunes.apple.com I am currently addicted to this game. It involves matching three fruits or veggies to break rows as you fill orders and try to complete each level. The game gets more challenging as you go and it’s really hard to put the phone down and stop playing. Sadly, you only get 5 lives at a time, then you have to refuel before you keep going. But hey, at least that keeps you from losing hours without realizing it.

itunes.apple.com If you love math puzzles, you are going to get addicted to this game in no time. You have to match numbered tiles to make each one higher. When you get to 2048, you are the winner. It’s not quite as easy as it sounds though and you’ll have to really work that brain to figure it out.

itunes.apple.com This game is really fun and requires some thinking to get it right. You open a bakery and must bake enough things to keep your guests from becoming angry that you are out of treats. That means timing it just right and keeping an eye on the game so you can serve the foods when they’re done or they burn. You can’t just start this game and then ignore it for days. It’s addicting – take it from me!

itunes.apple.com If shooting games are more your style, you will love this one. It involves getting rid of the zombies with a limited amount of ammunition. That means you have to use strategy to figure out how to shoot them all before you run out of bullets. You’re sure to get sucked in after the first level.

itunes.apple.com This is a racing game that requires you to complete the course without running out of gas. As you go along, you can upgrade your car and see new things. If you just want something fun to kill a few minutes, this game should be the next thing you download onto your smartphone.

itunes.apple.com In this strategy game you have to build your empire and defend it against other players. People with the app can visit your clan and storm things so you have to build up a good defense. If you love gaming as a group and want something that allows you to interact with others and that is always just a little bit different, Clash of Clans is the game for you. What’s your favorite smartphone game?