Whether your children need a challenge, entertainment – or you just need a break, a mobile game for kids will keep them occupied for hours. But while some are corkers, others are full of ads and micropurchases. Avoid the chaff with our guide to kids’ mobile games.

Best mobile games lists are all very well, but they tend to recommend the same tried and tested games. What if you’ve tried them all and crave something different? Check out our best mobile games guide, combining the best mainstream games with some properly off-piste picks.

Lord knows it can be a challenge looking after kids. Bedtimes can be brutal, health can be a headache, and playtime can be a pain in the backside. But smartphones can make things easier, entertaining kids with games, and helping the grownups with advice, trackers and other functions. What are the best parenting apps? Check out our guide.

There’s something about word games that makes them particularly compelling – and often horribly addictive. If you’re in search of inspiration, or you just have a few minutes to kill, our best mobile word game guide will help you find a challenge.