Pulling off a 540 nose grab takes lots of practice – or, in Pocket Skate, just a flick of the thumbs. OIlie across different skateparks in this chill skateboarding sim, racking up points as you coolly grind rails and soar above half-pipes.

What we love: Putting together a massive combo. The streamlined controls and swipe mechanics make you feel like a pro. Catch some air, bust out a kickflip, then manual when you land and transition into a grind. Your score will skyrocket!

Quick tip: Skate near the basketballs on the Park level and you’ll see a basketball icon pop up. Tap that to shoot some hoops. It’s not just for show – you’ll get 350 points per shot.

Meet the creator: Based in Melbourne, Australia, indie developer Peter Leary crafted Pocket Skate in a converted garage. His work was often interrupted by a wet nose nudge from his black Labrador retriever, Indi.