Osmos is back on Google Play with a brand-new port after a brief absence

The critically acclaimed cell-absorbing puzzle game, Osmos, is back on Android! Previously removed due to playability issues stemming from outdated technology, developer Hemisphere Games has released a completely revamped version.

For those unfamiliar, Osmos is a unique physics-based puzzle where you absorb smaller organisms while avoiding being absorbed yourself. Simple yet captivating, this award-winning game was previously unavailable on modern Android devices.

Now, years after its initial 2010 release, Osmos returns to Google Play with a brand-new port optimized for current Android operating systems. Experience this micro-organic battle royale like never before.

Hemisphere Games explains in a blog post that initial Android development relied on Apportable, a porting studio that has since closed, hindering further updates. This resulted in Osmos' removal from app stores due to incompatibility with modern 64-bit systems. The new release addresses these issues with a completely rebuilt port.

A Cellular Masterpiece

If you need further convincing, watch the gameplay trailer above. Osmos' innovative mechanics have influenced countless subsequent games, and its absence from the social media scene at launch is a missed opportunity; it would undoubtedly be a TikTok sensation today.

Osmos offers a nostalgic yet rewarding experience, a reminder of mobile gaming's boundless potential. While many excellent mobile puzzle games exist, few match Osmos' elegant design. Explore our list of the top 25 best puzzle games for iOS and Android for more brain-bending challenges.