If you’ve played video games in the past, you might know of a franchise called “The Elder Scrolls.” This game series is set in a fantasy world where medieval and magic/fantasy elements combine to create one of the most lore-driven universes in video gaming. If you haven’t had a chance to play any of the games of the series, there is now a free-to-play version on mobile called “The Elder Scrolls: Blades.”

“TES: Blades” is a first-person RPG that sees you as a soldier who returns to his hometown to find it destroyed. From then on, you set out on an adventure to assist in rebuilding your town. You do this through quests in various places such as dungeons, castles and more. As you rebuild your city, you get to customize it to your liking. To start off, you create your character and pick your playstyle, whether it be the classic sword and shield, an archer, or maybe even a magic-wielding mage.

The game then offers you three ways to play. They are called Abyss, Arena and Town. In Abyss, you must see how far you can get through a never-ending dungeon, slaying enemies and creatures along the way. Arena is a multiplayer mode, where you battle other players to determine who is the greatest champion. Last is the Town game mode. This is where you walk around your town and interact with characters to receive quests, as well as progressing your story. “TES: Blades” is a very pretty game, with colorful and sharp graphics, and it has a wonderful musical score to accompany it.

There is a lot to do and see in “The Elder Scrolls: Blades” – you’ll likely find it to be a great way to waste plenty of time. “TES: Blades” is free to download on the Android and IOS stores.

You know, Star Wars Day – May the Fourth – is less than a month away. So let’s start getting into the spirit of the holiday.

This week, we look at a game called “Star Wars: Commander”.

In “Star Wars: Commander,” you take part in the Galactic War of the original trilogy. The game takes a “Clash of Clans” approach and has you build a base, that you must ultimately defend against other players. Before building your base however, you must choose a side. Do you want to fight for the Rebellion, or do you want a taste of the galactic might of the Empire and it’s relentless stormtroopers? Once you pick a side, and build your initial base, you must train an army and build your defenses.

What’s nice about “Star Wars: Commander” is its story mode that takes place on many different planets. Using iconic characters such as Darth Vader, Han Solo and Princess Leia, you will get missions that you have to complete for your allegiance. These missions can range from assaulting bases, to defending against attacks from AT-ATs and more. You eventually unlock the ability to call in airstrikes from Tie Fighters or X-Wings which are fantastic fun. Completing these story missions nets you rewards and points to level up and expand your army and base.

“Star Wars: Commander” is a fun little game to waste time on and a fantastic “Star Wars” experience if you are looking for one. “SW: Commander” is free to download on the Android and IOS stores.