MOBAs are one of the most-played and influential genres in all of gaming, and even in 2026, decades after their inception, millions of players boot the up everyday to enjoy the team-based battles. But if you’re new to MOBAs in 2026, you might find yourself spoilt for choice. There’s dozens of games on multiple platforms, and even with player counts and reviews, it’s hard to choose.
That’s why we’ve put together a list of not just the best MOBAs on PC and Mobile, but of the best upcoming MOBA games you need to keep an eye on. And we’ve summarized each game so you can make an informed decision. So what are you waiting for? Keep reading and discover your next obsession as we dive into the best MOBA games around.
PC is the home of the MOBA with the mouse and keyboard making it simple to control your character in a complex genre that demands your full attention. Since the genre’s inception, the best MOBA games have been on PC, and we’ve given you a breakdown of the best PC MOBA games available right now.
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Sequel to the original Defence of the Ancients Warcraft III mod that started it all, Valve’s Dota 2 is often considered the most strategically complex MOBA. Boasting a huge hero roster and extreme flexibility in gameplay, as any hero can potentially fill multiple roles, and itemization that radically changes playstyles, there’s a reason that over a decade later, this is still one of the best and most popular MOBA games. But behind the complex and unique mechanics like creep denying, camp stacking, and buyback timings, this is a game where every hero is over the top and fun to play with insane abilities.
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Riot Games’ League of Legends has been the most played MOBA globally for years, blending accessibility with strategy. The game has over 170 Champions at the time of writing, each with unique mechanics, abilities, and role on Summoner’s Rift. The focus on jungling and constant balance updates is what sets LoL apart from its competitors, and seasonal changes transform the title every year. Beyond this, there’s compelling universe behind the game, which features Netflix shows like Arcane, and other games like Team Fight Tactics and Legends of Runeterra.
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Smite, and its sequel, Smite 2, differentiate themselves from other MOBAs with their third-person perspective, giving it more of an action-game feel than LoL or Dota. Players control gods and mythological figures from different pantheons, battling across multiple modes. This perspective changes core gameplay, making aiming and dodging much more visceral. Hi-Rez Studios regularly adds new gods, items, and events, keeping the experience fresh.
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Blizzard’s take on MOBAs brought together characters from Warcraft, StarCraft, Diablo, and Overwatch. Heroes of the Storm streamlined many mechanics: no items, team-shared XP, and map-specific objectives. It’s more accessible and team-oriented, with matches usually shorter than Dota or LoL. While Blizzard scaled back official esports support, it remains beloved for casual and cooperative play.
While MOBAs were born on PC, they reached more players than ever thanks to mobile. Some of the best MOBA games are on mobile, and live on both the Android and iOS platform. Below we’ve listed some of the best and most-played MOBA games on mobile.
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Riot Games’ Wild Rift recreates their iconic League of Legends for mobile, delivering with polished controls and best-in-class graphics for mobile. It’s the same game, albeit with a slightly smaller roster, but tailored for shorter, mobile-friendly matches. There’s regular updates, just like its big PC cousin, but with a smaller player base, particularly outside of Asia, matchmaking can be questionable, pairing players with mismatched skills. And Riot appears to be moving towards parity between its Mobile and PC versions with the addition of WASD controls to the latter.
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Mobile Legends: Bang Bang dominates Southeast Asia’s mobile MOBA scene with fast-paced 5v5 action and a massive playerbase. Its quick matchmaking and shorter matches cater perfectly to mobile gaming’s bite-sized nature. A vast hero roster, regular events, and forgiving mechanics welcome newcomers while keeping the community buzzing. However, its casual lean sacrifices some strategic depth, with matchups and strategies feeling less refined than PC counterparts.
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Tencent’s Arena of Valor is a mobile MOBA veteran, boasting over 120 heroes and diverse game modes designed for quick, engaging matches. Its thematic variety and mobile-optimized maps cater to players seeking fast-paced fun. Strong hero diversity and shorter match times make it ideal for on-the-go play. However, unlocking heroes and skins can demand significant time or money, and the playerbase in some regions feels less active.
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Pokémon Unite reinvents the MOBA with a fresh, accessible twist, blending simplified mechanics with familiar Pokémon creatures. Available on mobile and the Nintendo Switch, it plays better on the larger screens, but is still enjoyable on smaller devices.
Compared to other MOBAs, you’ll enjoy shorter matches, a simpler item system. And it’s cross-platform giving it a decent player base.
The MOBA genre is far from dead, and new MOBA games are still releasing in 2026. Here’s the best up and coming MOBA games this year and beyond.
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Valve’s upcoming Deadlock isn’t a classic MOBA but a bold hybrid of third-person shooter and MOBA strategy. Teams of six face off on sprawling, lane-based maps where waves of minions march toward objectives, while players battle as unique heroes with powerful weapons and abilities. Deadlock leans heavily on shooter mechanics like aiming and tight movement, but the rail-based traversal gives combat a fast, kinetic edge. But this is still a MOBA. You’re faring upgrading items, and making sure you keep objective control. The game is currently in closed testing (although it’s not been hard to get a code). A full launch is expected no earlier than 2026.
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Sirocco is a free-to-play 5v5 naval MOBA in Early Access on Steam, inspired by the classic Warcraft 3 mod Battleships. Developed by Lunchbox Entertainment, it trades traditional hero lanes for fast, top-down arena battles where you command warships across dynamic sea maps. Instead of micromanaging attacks, your ship’s weapons auto-fire when enemies are in range, shifting the focus to positioning, abilities, and smart maneuvering.
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March of Giants is a FTP MOBA from Amazon Games Montreal, coming soon to PC via Steam. Matches pit two teams of four against each other on gritty, steampunk-inspired city battlefields. Each player controls a towering Giant with unique powers, but unlike traditional MOBAs, the fight isn’t just about heroes, it’s also about commanding massive armies. Players rally thousands of soldiers to push lanes, reinforce strongholds, and deploy “Battleworks” like trenches, bunkers, and tanks to shift momentum.
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