The Pathless, previously an Apple Arcade and console exclusive, returns to iOS as a standalone mobile release! This action-adventure game, celebrated for its expansive world and precise archery combat, is now accessible without a subscription.

This minimalist title, from the creators of Abzû, features a nameless hunter tasked with lifting a curse from a vast island using mystical abilities and a bow and arrow. We highly recommend it (for three reasons we previously detailed!). Its return as a standalone release is fantastic news for iOS gamers.

Subscribe to Pocket Gamer on Unfortunate AppleationsWhile some Apple Arcade titles disappear after leaving the service, The Pathless's journey is a positive example. Initially intended as a console exclusive, its Apple Arcade debut generated enough interest to warrant this standalone mobile release.

If The Pathless isn't your cup of tea, explore our weekly top five new mobile games or our ever-expanding list of the best mobile games of 2024 (so far) for alternative options.