9 Kings Is Now Available on Mobile After Selling More Than One Million PC Early Access Copies

Playdigious has confirmed that 9 Kings is now available on iOS and Android, bringing Sad Socket's successful roguelike kingdom-building game to smartphones following its October 12 release. The title previously surpassed one million copies sold during its PC early-access period, making the mobile adaptation an interesting opportunity to reach another audience. Players select one of nine rulers, each possessing a distinctive collection of cards representing buildings, military units and magical abilities.

These cards are used to construct and develop a kingdom before rival forces attack. Battles unfold automatically, but the decisions made before combat determine whether an empire survives or becomes an expensive collection of historical ruins. Defeating rival rulers allows players to acquire cards from their opponents, creating unusual combinations of abilities and structures.

The developers actively encourage players to discover powerful interactions, including combinations that produce almost absurd military advantages. Quest Mode introduces structured challenges, while asynchronous multiplayer allows players to compete against rival kingdoms. The mobile edition features a redesigned touchscreen interface, achievements, cloud saving and cross-device progression. Players can try the game before purchasing the complete experience for $8.99, with a launch-week discount also available.

Its success on PC suggests that the combination of simple controls and elaborate strategic possibilities has considerable appeal. The mobile version could be particularly attractive to players who enjoy building empires without spending several hours learning complicated interface systems. Just remember that creating an unstoppable army of magical creatures is considerably easier than explaining why your kingdom's economy has completely collapsed.