Two players, one device — that is what this category is about. Either each of you grabs a set of keys (arrow keys versus WASD), or you pass the phone back and forth and tap on your own half. Since a single round usually wraps up in under a couple of minutes, a loss stings briefly and you can start a rematch right away.
Timing and nerve are what count here. Basketball Stars has you aiming shots and stopping dunks while your friend tries the same, and plenty of games are settled in the final second. Master Chess and Master Checkers run at a calmer pace: pure strategy, no quick reactions, just traps laid three moves in advance. For something wilder, Steal Car Duel and Car Battle let you shove, swerve and snatch the lead before your opponent can.
Basket Random is a good first pick if you are after laughs; switch to Basketball Stars once you have a score worth protecting. Best of five, and the loser chooses the next game.
