With so many wireless devices available, the mobile arena lacks the neat platform separations of the Xbox, GameCube, and PS2. A more useful way to divide games is by carrier--then, secondarily, by phone. Below, you'll find such a list, replete with all the games you didn't know you've been dying to play.

There are major exceptions to this system, such as Nokia's N-Gage, which features the same set of MMC-card games no matter who's billing you. In light of this fact, we've included an N-Gage category, along with the by-carrier roundup.

The Tapwave Zodiac, which is, in all honesty, not a wireless device, also uses MMC cards. It features Bluetooth connectivity, though, which is enough of an excuse for us to get our sweaty mitts on the device.

Verizon

Our database features 356 games for Verizon phones. You probably won't have time to play them all, but that's OK--we did it for you.

LG VX6000

This phone has all the features of a modern handheld--a nice screen, a decent camera, and, most importantly, a large complement of quality games. This is the phone we would recommend to a new Verizon subscriber.

Jamdat Bowling 2
Publisher: Jamdat
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It's a brilliant sequel to the best-selling mobile game of all time. Although the graphics and sound have obviously gotten a boost since the days of screeching turkeys, the reason to play Bowling 2 is its online multiplayer support.

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
Publisher: Jamdat
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With high production values, several movie characters from which to choose, and an online high-score ranking system, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King is sure to delight Lord of the Rings fans.

Kyocera SE47

If you're using that sexy slider, you'll never want for a conversation piece. Remember what the Fab Five's Carson says: "The clothes may make the man, but the accessories make the man fabulous."

Metalion
Publisher: Summus
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Haven't you been itching to play a Space Harrier clone? Probably. Plus, Metalion's got great "3D" graphics, powered by Summus' proprietary Bluefuel technology. You'll be twitch-happy for weeks.

Motorola T720/T730

If you're using Motorola's aging hardware, you've got more games available for your handset than you know what to do with.

EverQuest: Hero's Call
Publisher: Sony Online Entertainment
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It's been out for over a year now, but this turn-based RPG still shines. Thirty-two dungeons to clear and tons of loot to collect give Hero's Call the same basic appeal as its PC and console brethren. You can choose between playing as a warrior or a mage, and the levels you gain while questing and killing monsters will increase your attributes, allowing you to adventure in more dangerous areas.

Precision Pinball
Publisher: Knockabout Games
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This is easily one of the best pinball games on mobile. Described by eminent WGR reviewer Steve Palley as "unflinchingly realistic," its breakneck gameplay is likely to make you flinch.

AT&T

AT&T Wireless is much, much more than just a chip off the old Bell. It's one of the oldest carriers in the US that's still using the GSM protocol, and it offers a bevy of games on its Nokia, Motorola, and Sony Ericsson handsets. Plus, AT&T Wireless now features WGR reviews on its mMode game-room site!

Nokia 3100

This cute, little candy-bar phone is an excellent option for budget-minded mobile gamers.

Ancient Empires
Publisher: Macrospace
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This turn-based strategy title is one of the best available on mobile. Your beleaguered king must put an end to his evil twin brother's ambitions--and the tools of the trade include warriors, lizardmen, wizards, and a host of other bloodythirsty fantasy staples. The gameplay is equal parts nuanced craft and outright conflict, characterized by maneuvers over different types of terrain and mismatches between different types of units. Charlemagne never had it better.

The Joker's Wild
Publisher: Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment, Inc.
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This rock-solid trivia game, based on the '80s game show of the same name, will hit you repeatedly with such head-scratchers as "How many goals were scored in the last World Cup?" If you're having trouble coming up with answers in the game, don't worry. There are a ton of additional question packs available for over-the-air download, so JW's nicely designed front end is good for pretty much unlimited quiz-show entertainment.

Nokia 3595

You might think that an avant-garde handset like this one would value style points over gaming capability. You'd think wrong.

Crash N' Burn
Publisher: Macrospace
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One of the best overhead racers available for the cell, Crash N' Burn will top your mobile off to the brim with curve-hugging, missile-dodging goodness. The controls and gameplay are truly stellar, but this game's best feature is the between-race store, where you can purchase any number of havoc-wreaking gadgets and implements to blow your opponents off the road.