250+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
With an average user rating of 4.6★, the research game category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 250+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 5.0★ (4) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.8★ (828) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.7★ (21K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 3.4★ (11) | No | No | May 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.7★ (86K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | $3.99 | 4.7★ (188) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.1★ (55) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
Build a thriving scientific lab by recruiting a team of specialists and strategically investing in upgrades. Utilize random events to your advantage to accelerate discoveries, secure funding, and gather valuable loot. Achieve your ultimate science goals and build your dream research facility.
An addictive incremental game where you research and craft items to generate energy. Features idle and active playstyles with massive numbers and hundreds of hours of content. Enjoy a modern UI, cloud saving, and a variety of unlockable features and mini-games.
Build and expand cities across diverse historical civilizations. Research technologies, engage in strategic battles, explore new territories, and trade goods to strengthen your empire. Experience mankind's history through gameplay.
Engage in brain games and cognitive challenges to contribute to scientific research on dementia and mental health. Your participation helps researchers understand risk factors and develop new interventions.
This app offers a daily brain training program with over 40 games designed to improve memory, attention, language, and problem-solving skills. It provides personalized workouts and tracks your progress with detailed insights and comparisons to other users.
Lead a new magic institution to discover the secrets of magic and achieve fame. Research spells, build your campus, manage staff, and uncover hidden storylines to win the Tournament of Magic. Enjoy a complete game experience with no ads.
Engage in real-time strategy and social deception. Build, trade, and outsmart up to four opponents in quick, 20-minute sessions to earn in-game currency. Perfect for solo play or with friends, offering various modes and tournaments.
Access over 150 million scientific publications and connect with millions of researchers worldwide. Stay updated on new research in your field, track your academic stats, and download full-text articles for offline reading.
Access over 250 million research papers, including open access and preprints, with personalized feeds and curated reading lists. This app simplifies literature searches and helps you stay updated on academic research.
This educational puzzle game introduces toddlers and preschoolers to various tools and household items through interactive play. Children match objects to their shapes, fostering cognitive skills, logic, and fine motor development in a fun, engaging environment.
Embark on an underwater adventure exploring ancient wrecks and submerged cities. Use high-tech tools to uncover historical mysteries, solve puzzles, and discover the stories hidden within a magic diary. This game blends underwater exploration with engaging quests and challenges.
This colorful racing game is designed for toddlers aged 2-4, offering interactive cartoon-like gameplay. Children can learn road awareness and leadership skills while collecting prizes and unlocking new vehicles.
Become a master chef in a vibrant zoo restaurant! Prepare delicious burgers and sandwiches for hungry animal customers. Master new recipes, manage ingredients, and grow your food truck into a famous establishment through engaging levels and game modes.