They may not have the depth or graphics of a console title but casual games are incredibly easy and entertaining to play. What’s more, most of them have been designed to be played on the move, letting you get your gaming fix without having to mess around with consoles, displays and controllers. Many of these, such as Temple Run and Angry Birds have become cults in their own right, with fanbases running into millions. And although the likes of FIFA 14 and GTA V have hogged the headlines, the past few weeks have seen a number of casual gaming classics getting new editions and sequels. Here are six of the best:

Asphalt 8: Airborne
Many console and PC titles — most notably Need for Speed — have more casual versions for mobiles and tablets, but few have matched the popularity of Gameloft’s Asphalt series. It now moves into its eight edition with Airborne. It remains true to its racing roots and is simple to play. It now comes with more than 40 cars such as Ferrari, Lamborghini and Bugatti.