One of the advantages of owning an Android smartphone or tablet is a larger selection of mobile games available—compared to iPhone games. Google isn’t as restrictive as Apple with the types of apps and games that you can download, so you’ll always have a wider range of gaming experiences.
However, there are millions upon millions of apps available to play on the Google Play Store, so it may be intimidating to find a good place to start. That’s where we come in.
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We rounded up the top 10 free and the top 10 paid games (20 in total) for your Android mobile device. So whether you like simple, yet challenging puzzle games, in-depth strategy MMO (massive multiplayer online) games, or just looking for something fun to play every once and a while, you’ll find a great selection of games worth playing, below:
TL;DR – These are the most popular Android games
Free Android Games
- FIFA Soccer (Free)
- PewDiePie's Tuber Simulator (Free)
- Wheel of Fortune: TV Game (Free)
- Slither.io (Free)
- Subway Surfers (Free)
- Kill Shot Bravo: 3D Sniper FPS (Free)
- Pokémon GO (Free)
- Toy Blast (Free)
- Block! Hexa Puzzle (Free)
- Roblox (Free)
Paid Android Games
- Minecraft ($7)
- Bloons TD 6 ($7)
- Monopoly - Classic Board Game ($4)
- Stardew Valley ($5)
- Five Nights at Freddy's ($3)
- Garten of Banban 4 ($5)
- Papers, Please ($5)
- Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas ($7)
- Terraria ($5)
- Ultimate Custom Night ($3)
Most Popular Free Games
1. FIFA Soccer
In FIFA Soccer, you build a team of your favorite soccer players to begin your journey to the FIFA World Cup. The latest 2023 update also includes updated players, kits, clubs, and leagues to reflect the new season.
2. PewDiePie’s Tuber Simulator
Have you ever wanted to live the life of a YouTuber? Now you can in PewDiePie’s Tuber Simulator. Use the YouTuber Simulator in the game to create videos, gain plenty of views, and even more subscribers. As you carry on, you’ll be able to buy items like new equipment, furniture, and clothes to enhance your setup.
3. Wheel of Fortune: TV Game
With Wheel of Fortune: TV Game, you can bring the classic TV game show to your mobile device. Much like the show, you’ll step into the shoes of a contestant as you aim to solve the puzzles of missing words on the board. Spin the wheel, pick a letter, and try to win!
4. Slither.io
Slither around in Slither.io as you try to become the longest snake. You can play against other players online or against an AI, just watch out for your head. If it touches another player, you’ll explode and it’s game over. But if others run into you, then its game over for them.
5. Subway Surfers
As its name suggests, in Subway Surfers you collect coins and surf the subway system in a fun, colorful fashion. Play as Jake, Tricky, and Fresh, who are trying to escape the Inspector and his dog.
6. Kill Shot Bravo: 3D Sniper FPS
In Kill Shot Bravo: 3D Sniper FPS, you’ll need to complete covert missions with a variety of weapons at your disposal. There are campaign missions available for you to take on and even PVP matches where you can play against other players online.
7. Pokémon GO
Discover Pokémon hiding in the world around you with Pokémon GO. This AR mobile game is great to use while adventuring outdoors. While tracking down new Pokémon to add to your Pokédex, you can also compete in gym battles, fight off Team Rocket, and more.
8. Toy Blast
In Toy Blast, you’ll be transported into a toy world where the goal is to destroy matching color blocks and use powerful boosters to clear different levels. You can also complete daily challenges and participate in fun events while playing.
9. Block! Hexa Puzzle
For those who love a good puzzle, Block! Hexa Puzzle is a must-have addition to your mobile game collection. In it, you’re given various hexagonal shapes that you’ll need to fit into an empty grid. They can’t be rotated and you need to be mindful of blockades while fitting them in, too.
10. Roblox
Roblox is the ultimate online community! This is an app that combines games and social media where you can create your own games and experiences, discover other player-created games, and build just about anything they can imagine. It’s also a virtual space where you can meet and chat with others.
Most Popular Paid Games
1. Minecraft ($7)
At $7, Minecraft is where you can explore anywhere and build anything in an open sandbox game. Your journey and experience are all up to you! You can use blocks, items, and other materials to build your home or your village, while you can also craft weapons to defend your home or hunt animals to eat or farm. The game is only limited to your imagination.