Beloved Game Returns: Osmos Makes Grand Comeback on Google Play

The acclaimed cell-absorbing puzzle game, Osmos, is back on Android! Previously removed due to playability issues stemming from outdated porting technology, it's been resurrected by developer Hemisphere Games with a completely revamped port.

Remember Osmos? This unique, award-winning puzzle challenges you to absorb other microorganisms while avoiding the same fate. Simple yet engaging, its Android availability was a long-gone dream—until now.

Years after its 2010 debut, Osmos returns to Google Play, fully optimized for modern Android systems. Experience this microscopic battle royale like never before!

Hemisphere Games explains in a blog post that initial Android development relied on Apportable, a porting studio that subsequently closed, halting further updates. The game was then removed from the store due to incompatibility with current (64-bit) Android devices. This new release features a completely rebuilt port.

A Cellular Masterpiece

Still unconvinced? Gameplay trailers showcase why Osmos garnered critical acclaim and numerous awards on both iOS and Android. Its innovative mechanics have influenced countless subsequent games. Its pre-social media release is almost a missed opportunity; it would undoubtedly be a TikTok sensation today.

Osmos represents a nostalgic charm, well worth revisiting. It's a reminder of mobile gaming's boundless potential, a feeling many hope to recapture.

While Osmos stands out for its elegant design, numerous other excellent mobile puzzle games exist. Check out our top 25 best puzzle games for iOS and Android for more brain-bending challenges!