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

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 Previously removed due to playability issues stemming from outdated porting technology, it's back with a completely revamped port from developer Hemisphere Games.

Remember the unique physics-based gameplay? Absorb other microorganisms while avoiding the same fate! This simple yet challenging concept made Osmos a hit, but Android users have been unable to enjoy it until now.

Years after its 2010 release, Osmos is finally available on Google Play with a modern, optimized port. Experience this micro-organic battle royale like never before!

Hemisphere Games explains in a blog post that initial Android development, done with Apportable, stalled after that studio closed. The game's removal was necessary due to incompatibility with current Android systems (it only ran on obsolete 32-bit systems). The new port solves this issue.

A Cellular Masterpiece

If our praise of Osmos' iOS and Android versions, or its numerous awards, aren't enough, the gameplay trailer above should convince you. Osmos' innovative mechanics have influenced countless subsequent games. Its pre-social media release is almost a missed opportunity; it would likely be a viral sensation on TikTok today.

Osmos offers a nostalgic yet rewarding experience. It represents a time of seemingly limitless mobile game potential, a time many hope to see again.

While Osmos stands out for its beautiful visuals, many other excellent mobile puzzle games exist. Explore our list of the top 25 best puzzle games for iOS and Android for more brain-teasing fun!