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I played Nintendo's first smartphone game - here's what 'MiiTomo' is like

Brandt Ranj,Brandt RanjMar 31, 2016, 22:20 IST

Nintendo

After topping the charts in Japan, Nintendo's first smartphone game, MiiTomo, is officially available in the U.S. for both iOS and Android.

If you're wondering what a Nintendo game on a smartphone looks and plays like, this guide will take you through the game's setup process, providing you with an overview of MiiTomo's gameplay.

It's yet to be seen whether the game will catch on internationally, but in my time with it, I could see it becoming a surprise smash. MiiTomo is only the first in five games Nintendo and mobile game maker DeNA are set to release in the next year.

Here's what it's like to play.