- Garuda: A Twilight Quest is out now on iOS and Android
- It sees you playing the titular bird seeking out her hatchlings
- Fly through an ethereal world, avoid obstacles and enjoy a calming atmosphere
It may be Monday, that time of the week when it’s nothing but stress for those of us heading back into work, but there’s always a chance to find some peace and quiet. And if all you have at hand is an iPhone, then you’re in luck, because Garuda: A Twilight Quest might be exactly the kind of experience you’ve been looking for.
As a concept, you can’t get much simpler than Garuda. As the titular bird, you’re expected to go from level to level and help her find her hatchlings. To do so, you simply navigate with your finger.
But where the complexity comes in is the scoring, as you need to hit certain coloured lights as you go. Hit a sequence and you gain speed, and when there are plenty of obstacles, you’ll need to time your flight right to avoid speeding up at the wrong moment.
Fly for your life
It’s in the visuals and atmosphere that Garuda truly shines, as you explore a world shrouded in a perpetual twilight with dim lighting and silhouettes to highlight the ethereal version of the real world you find yourself in. A relaxing soundtrack and equally straightforward controls mean you don’t need to fret about being confused or frustrated.
The entire crux of Garuda is that this is a lightweight and relatively uncomplicated way to spend your time. And that can be a rarity on mobile when it seems as if so many developers and publishers are trying to keep our attention no matter the cost.
If you’re looking for more ways to relax, why not check out our list of the most relaxing games on iOS and Android, for our own top picks from a list of the most calming ways to spend your time on a smartphone short of rewatching Bob Ross!
