Top 10 Mobile Games in the World
We also recognise that sometimes you have to put your hand in your pocket if you want something truly special, so while the majority of the Android games in our list are free, there are a couple of paid-for games, too.
When you've looked through the list, be sure to check out our guide on where to find the best free apps for Android.
Anyway, on to the fun stuff.
Fortnite (Free)
Following months of mobile exclusivity on iOS, Fortnite is now also available to download on Android.
You're able to access the same 100-player Battle Royale that's available on PC and consoles with a similar level of visual quality. If you've been living under a rock for the past year and are unaware of Fortnite, the concept is simple; drop down into the map, scavenge for weapons and materials and, using a combination of crafting and shooting, fight to be the last player standing.
Fortnite is arguably the most popular Battle Royale game out at the moment, and with a variety of cosmetics and the continual introduction of new game modes, it's not hard to figure out why.
PUBG Mobile (free)
Does PUBG Mobile really need an introduction? The smash hit battle royale game that was released in 2017 is now available in mobile form for both iOS and Android gamers. Unlike the PC and console variant that’ll cost you £26.99, the mobile variant is free to play with a bunch of IAPs, though these are limited exclusively to cosmetics.
But while some assume that the experience is poor on a mobile device, the F2P mobile game actually features mechanics we’d love to see transferred to the main game. Most notably, when looting, useful attachments and items will be automatically picked up and equipped – ideal for those who aren’t sure about the myriad of weapon attachments available in PUBG.
Aside from the cool mechanics, the shooter isn’t as hard to use as some would imagine. It, of course, has a learning curve, but once you’re used to the positioning of the on-screen controls and the movement mechanics, you’ll be getting those chicken dinners easily.
Pokémon Go (free)
No best Android games list is complete without the phenomenon that is Pokémon Go. True, it has lost some of its popularity since it debuted - to more excitement than we have ever seen for an Android game - in summer 2016, but there are still some die-hard players out there, and thanks to continuous updates Niantic and The Pokémon Company have managed to keep things fairly fresh.
This is an augmented-reality game, loved by anyone who has ever loved Pokémon (so that’s most kids - and most big kids) or anyone who is likely to get sucked into the hype of the latest trend. It will also appeal to competitive types, who can attempt to find the most, best and most powerful Pokémon, then compete to win gyms (found at real-world places such as landmarks, shopping centres and train stations).
Pokémon are caught by throwing PokéBalls at them, which can be collected from PokéStops in the nearby area. Pokémon Go really encourages kids to get up and walk about - more so if they want to hatch their eggs - and some of the places they find Pokémon can be fascinating. Pikachu sitting on the bathroom toilet? Quite possible.
A new batch of Pokémon was recently released into the wild, which gave some respite to long-time Pokémon Go players who had already 'caught them all'. And now legendaries are coming, too.
Minecraft (£6.99)
Another Android game that will appeal to small- and big kids alike is Minecraft Edition, the mobile version of the Minecraft game played on PCs, laptops and consoles. It’s not free, but £6.99 is a fair trade for the hours it will keep you or the kids entertained.
If you’ve never heard of Minecraft, crawl out from under whichever rock you’re hiding. Minecraft is a construction sim with endless possibilities - if you can think of something you can build it. So it’s not just fun, it’s also creative and educational. Awesome.
Super Mario Run (free)
If you’re into gaming then you have to try Super Mario Run. It’s the first Super Mario game for mobile ever released by Nintendo, and has now made its way to Android after being an App Store exclusive since December 2016.
Super Mario Run is, as the name suggests, a runner game. There’s one-touch gameplay and simple mechanics, but if you’ve ever played Super Mario before you’ll know exactly what you’re doing. You need to jump over gaps and obstacles, collect coins and avoid enemies as you attempt to make your way to the end of the level.
There are three modes, with World Tour the one you’re most likely to recognise. Each world is split into three conventional levels and then a Bowzer’s Castle boss level.
Toad Rally is a second mode in which you try to beat the performance of other players, while Kingdom Builder lets you spend your ill-gotten gains from the other two modes on creating your kingdom. You can add buildings and decorative elements, and basically anything that will impress the toads enough to have them move in. The more toads you have, the more stuff you can unlock.
Grand Theft Auto San Andreas (£6.99)
This is console gaming for your smartphone (or tablet), and it’s surprisingly easy to play on a touchscreen. The San Andreas mobile game is full of all the fun things you get to do in the console titles - and not just jacking cars. You can shoot guns, fly planes, recruit gang members, pretty much anything that constitutes being up to no good.
San Andreas is based on the story of Carl Johnson, living in a city rife with gangs, drugs and corruption. His family and friends have hit rock bottom, with his mother murdered, his family in pieces, and his friends following totally the wrong path. Framed for homicide, Johnson is forced to take control.
There’s more than 70 hours of gameplay here, which should just about make up for the fiver you have to pay out to download it.
War Wings (free)
If you’ve had your fill of puzzle games, endless runners, shoot ‘em ups and racing games, how about a spot of dogfighting, old chap?
War Wings from MiniClip lets you compete against players worldwide as you take to the skies to bring down your enemies or simply mess around performing stunts. It’s an awful lot of fun.
Candy Crush Saga (free)
You’d be forgiven for thinking people had forgotten about Candy Crush, which has to be one of the biggest and most popular mobile games of all time. Introduced by King in 2012, the developer reportedly made $493m in a three-month period, with more than 93 million players. But even today, it remains the second-highest grossing app on Google Play.
Candy Crush Saga is a match-three puzzler, very similar to Bejeweled Blitz in our list before it. The difference here is you play through hundreds of levels rather than standalone one-minute games, each more complicated than the first. Some are timed, others require you to hit a minimum score, and Candy Crush Saga keeps mixing things up to keep you entertained.
The abiity to view where on the level map your Facebook friends sit is a major push, spurring you on to do better and get ahead.
Clash of Clans (free)
Clash of Clans is another oldie that has stood the test of time. In essence you need to build a village that includes all the things required by your warring tribe, such as a town hall, a gold mine and an army camp.
You keep on upgrading your village and unlocking more building types, which eventually allows you to take over the Clan Castle, upgrade your barracks and forge allegiances with other players.
That’s when you can start to think about entering battle, but while the first few fights are easy the difficulty quickly ramps up. If you’re to survive you’re going to have to continually evolve your attack and defence, and carefully consider your decisions.
Asphalt 8: Airborne (free)
No Android games round-up is complete without a proper racer, and Asphalt 8 is one of the better known titles. You can drive some seriously sexy cars around 40 tracks covering everything from the Nevada Desert to Tokyo, and pull off some amazing stunts from barrel rolls to 360-degree jumps.
There are more than 190 cars to race, including the Lamborghini Veneno, Bugatti Veyron, Ferrari LaFerrari, McLaren P1 and Porsche 911.
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