Action sells. That’s why franchises like Grand Theft Auto and Resident Evil consistently sell millions of copies. But even vast open-world games have adopted stealth elements, and for good reason. Stealth plays an integral part in gaming, and gives you a different approach to the same situation.
Sometimes, you may want to outwit your opposition rather than surpass it with firepower. Stealth games rely on cunning and finesse. Going in guns blazing is rarely a good idea, though most of them offer it as an option. At the end of the day, however, it feels exceptionally satisfying to sneak past your opponents as if you were never there in the first place.
Thanks to the mostrecent Android tablets, you can enjoy this storied genre on the go. We’ve scoured the Play Store for the best stealth games on Android, and outlined them in the list below.
13 best open-world games on Android
Delve into the top open-world games that Android has to offer
12Alien: Isolation
Set fifteen years after the events of the first Alien film; Alien Isolation follows the story of Amanda Ripley. Having received a clue about what happened to her mother, she embarks to Sevastopol space station to find the truth. But Amanda quickly discovers that she might never make it out alive.
Most stealth games tend to give you the option between sneaking past your enemies or going in guns-blazing. On the other hand, Alien Isolation pits you against such a seemingly impregnable foe that most conventional weapons may as well be BB guns. You’ll spend most of your time crawling through tight ventilation ducts hoping that no one will hear you.
It’s one of the better-looking and immersive horror stealth experiences on Android, seeing that it’s a port from consoles and PC, and it’s well worth the $14.99 price tag.
11Assassin’s Creed Rebellion
Ezio’s story made for one of the most famous stealth franchises in recent times. Assassin’s Creed Rebellion brings the experience to mobile, albeit in a much different form. Instead of the 3D open-world design of mainline Assassin’s Creed titles, this entry takes on the 2.5D visual design of the spin-offs.
However, those who’ve played AC Brotherhood may well find themselves in familiar territory. It’s up to you to assemble a team of skilled assassins to bring down oppressors from their metaphorical thrones. Protagonists from the series, such as Aguilar and Ezio, make an appearance. But Assassin’s Creed Rebellion features over 50 exclusive characters as well.
10Card Thief
Card Thief puts a unique spin on the traditional stealth formula. The game progresses based on a solitaire card system. Each card represents an action or effect that the protagonist performs or receives.
Card Thief will test your sneaking skills in four thrilling heists. Completing each one rewards you with the ability to further upgrade your cards. This makes the perilous career of the thief more manageable.
Card Thief is free to install and play. But if you’d like to get rid of ads and in-app purchases, it’s also included in the Play Pass subscription.
9El Hijo - A Wild West Tale
Hiding in the shadows isn’t easy, but it gets easier if you’re a three-foot-tall six-year-old. When their family farm is burnt to the ground by merciless bandits, El Hijo ends up at a secluded monastery.
Homeless and abandoned but not defeated, he devises an escape plan and intends to seek out those who wronged him and his mother. As El Hijo, you’ll use tools like the slingshot and fireworks to distract would-be assailants. Shadows and large objects larger than a child are your friends, so make sure to use them when all else fails.
El Hijo transports you into a vibrant and innocent console-level stealth game, assuming you’re willing to cough up $8.99.
In terms of visual design, Evac takes clear inspiration from Pac-Man. But that’s where most similarities end as Evac mixes multiple gameplay elements. It’s a vibrant yet minimalist stealth game that takes place across 32 action-packed levels. How you approach each level is up to you.
Do you want to take your time and sneak past enemies? How about laying traps in their path to do the dirty work for you? you’re able to do that. But if you’re feeling bold, you can also jolt past everyone at the speed of light.
7Hello Neighbor
Have you ever wondered what your neighbor is up to in his basement? Is he hiding something? Or someone? That’s what keeps the protagonist of Hello Neighbor up at night. In this stealth horror game, you must find a way to sneak into your neighbor’s house and uncover his secret.
But that’s easier said than done. You see, Hello Neighbor leaves it up to you to figure out how to best access the neighbor’s premises. What makes it difficult, though, is the fact that every time your attempt fails, your kindly neighbor learns from your actions and adapts. If you’re trying to climb in through the back window again, you might find it boarded shut. And your neighbor might even install security cameras to ensure you don’t sneak past his gaze.
6Hitman GO
One of the more storied stealth series in gaming history, Hitman has gone through multiple evolutions. Hitman GO is more ofan intricate puzzle gamethan a stealth one. That said, the mobile interpretation of the bald-headed assassin contains gameplay elements from the mainline series.
Levels take place on diorama-style platforms and follow a turn-based structure. Each level contains varied and dynamic targets, as well as optional paths for you to take. Likewise, you can choose between approaching each assignment stealthily or making as much noise as possible with Agent 47’s signature Silverballer pistols.
This game’s mechanics proved so successful that they led to the creation of similarly excellent Lara Croft GO and Deus Ex GO. Hitman GO costs $5.99, and its unique, methodical gameplay justifies every penny.
5Party Hard Go
Games such as Hello Neighbor and Party Hard Go make it seem as if there’s always something wrong with the neighbors. Party Hard Go follows characters tired of sleepless nights because of loud neighbors. Calling the police to alleviate the issue is the right thing to do, but what if the neighbors do it again? Why not kill them instead?
While it’s a drastic solution to a trivial problem, that’s what Party Hard Go is all about. This stealth game gives you a selection of five unlockable characters, along with 19 levels to test your skills in. Success requires you to sneakily kill every noisy neighbor and remain undetected.
Party Hard Go comes with a rather steep $6.99 price tag, but you can also get it as part of your Play Pass subscription.
4République
When it comes to more traditional third-person perspective stealth games on Android, few can run on par with République. This should come as no surprise because the development team includes those who’ve worked on Metal Gear Solid, the godfather of all stealth games.
République centers on Hope. She’s trapped within a totalitarian state, and it’s up to you to help her escape. In a peculiar third-wall-breaking turn of events, Hope knows about you. With accessible one-touch controls, you can hack into the game world’s many cameras, solve intricate puzzles, and unlock doors to aid Hope’s progression.
The first episode of République is free to install, but you can purchase subsequent episodes for a single one-off cost of $5.99.
3Robbery Madness: Thief Games
The life of a professional robber isn’t easy. Ironically, the protagonist of this game is anything but professional, so he needs your help. Robbery Madness puts you in the shoes of an unlikely thief. He’s eager to impress his new boss by robbing a shopping center of its valuables.
But that’s easier said than done. Security cameras follow your every move and one misstep could blow the entire operation. Even if you manage to sneak past them, vigilant robots patrol the area ready to apprehend you without prior notice. Outwit them, and Robbery Madness will reward you with tons of loot, clever secrets, and humorous encounters to boot.
