Free Java Games for Nokia

When you want a fun distraction without having to break out your wallet, free Java games for Nokia cell phones just might be the way to go. The Apple iPhone isn't the only smartphone out there that can make waiting at the dentist's office a little more fun.

Before you start looking for a variety of different free Nokia cell phone games, you want to make sure that you know what games are compatible with your particular handset. In general, most contemporary Nokia handsets are equipped with Java functionality, but there are some games that will only work on certain resolutions or within certain operating systems.

For Nokia smartphones, you will find that some work under Symbian S40 whereas others are designed with Symbian S60. There are also different versions of S40 and S60, which can be a big cause of confusion when trying to find compatible free Java games for Nokia phones. Thankfully, most websites allow you to select your model from a list. After doing so, only compatible games will be displayed.

Finding free downloadable ringtones can be fairly universal, but games can be much more specialized. With that in mind, what are some of the best free Java games for Nokia phones?

Hit the streets in a thrilling racing game called Driving Mania. Compatible with Symbian smartphones, Driving Mania charges you with the task of navigating through an intricate track, collecting goodies without hitting other cars and other obstacles. You must complete each stage within a certain amount of time, picking up health packs to increase your number of lives.

Are you a pool shark? Do you know how to rack 'em and sink 'em? Then you'll want to continue brushing up on your pool hall skills with Pool Billiards Champs. Play some six-ball billiards with a simple overhead view of the table. Line up your shots, chalk up your cue, and sink those balls.

While you could certainly take a weekend to drive out into the forest, set up your blinds, and put on all sorts of camouflaged clothing, it's probably more convenient to get in some hunting through some free games for Nokia phones. This also means that no animals will be harmed through your hobby too!

One of the more interesting options in this genre is Hunting Mania 2009. Compatible with S60 v.3 and S60 v.5 Nokia smartphones, this hunting game puts some big game in your sights, including bears and deer. Remember to stay down-wind!

Even though the premise is a classic one and the graphics are about as simple as they get for current cell phone games, the Chess game from Mobilerated.com is a great way to brush up your skills before you head out to face some real competition. The imagery may not be particularly flashy, but the controls are easy to understand and the computer can present quite the challenge.

Choose between a computer-controlled opponent or you can pass your phone around to your real-life friends for a real game of Chess. There's even a multiplayer chess community that supports chatting and avatars. You will need an Internet connection for this to work, of course.

Just as there is the Android Market for Google Android phones and the App Store for the Apple iPhone, Nokia cell phone owners have access to the Ovi Store. This is an official app store from Nokia, offering a wide range of downloadable content.

There is a section on the website (and the mobile app store download) for cell phone games and it is possible to filter the selection to only show the free games. Among the highlights are Sudoku, Tic-Tac-Toe, WordSearch, Checkers, and Spin the Bottle. Some of these offerings will only work with touchscreen-based phones, such as the Nokia 5800 and N97, so do read the descriptions carefully.

The development community for free Java games for Nokia phones may not be as big as some other platforms, but you've still got a lot of options if Nokia is the way you went.

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