In the words of the salesman-turned-vigilante and hero of Jetpack Joyride: “Welcome to the greatest jetpack-based mobile game starring Barry Steakfries ever released!” This frenetic infinite runner has been pulling us back into the fray ever since it landed in 2011. Jetpacks on and enjoy the ride!

What we love: From the second you burst through the laboratory wall, you’re sent on one of the wildest rides in one-touch gaming. Dodge lasers and pesky electric fields, collect fabulously cool vehicles, and scoop up those shiny coins—until the inevitable crash to Earth when your luck finally runs out.

Quick tip: Obstacles come at you thick and fast, so the sooner you spot them, the better your odds of surviving. Rather than focusing on Barry (as charming as he is), concentrate on the right side of the screen. Then tap the left side to propel yourself so you don’t obscure the action.

Meet the creator: Australian indie developer Halfbrick debuted the hugely popular slice-and-dice game Fruit Ninja in the early ’00s. The studio also released Jetpack Joyride 2, available exclusively on Apple Arcade.