Lisa: The Painful and Joyful Now on Android in Surprise Release

If you were hoping for a laid-back, relaxing, and happy weekend, I've got some tough news for you. The critically acclaimed series, Lisa: The Painful and Lisa: The Joyful, have hit mobile platforms in a surprise release just before the weekend. These games are not for the faint-hearted, offering a harrowing yet engaging RPG experience set in the post-apocalyptic world of Olathe.

In Lisa: The Painful, you'll follow Brad Armstrong on his quest to reunite with his adoptive daughter, Buddy, facing dismal moral choices along the way. While the narrative may be soul-crushingly depressing, the Lisa series is renowned for blending enjoyable gameplay with an ethically challenging story that grips players from start to finish.

This is gonna' hurtDespite the intense storyline, the gameplay remains straightforward, typical of a turn-based RPG. You'll recruit a squad of companions to join you on your journey, engaging in battles with various foes. Be warned, however: your companions aren't as durable as you, and they can be permanently removed from your roster due to instant kill moves by enemies or other events.

The mobile versions of these games are part of the Definitive Edition collection, featuring new mechanics, crisp HD visuals, and other enhancements that enrich the experience.

If you're looking to expand your RPG palate and perhaps want something a bit less intense, check out our list of the top 25 best RPGs for iOS and Android, all in one place.