Knotwords+

It is rare to see a mobile game get a second lease on life, but Forged to Fight absolutely deserved it. As a long-time Transformers fan, seeing a G1 Optimus take on a Beast Wars Rhinox never gets old. The combat is surprisingly deep for a mobile fighter, moving beyond simple button-mashing into a game of timing and spacing.

The removal of the more aggressive microtransactions in the Netflix version makes the progression feel much more rewarding. You actually feel like you're earning your bots through play rather than luck. While the base-building elements can feel a bit like 'homework' compared to the excellent fighting, the overall package is polished and a must-play for any fan of the 'Robots in Disguise'.