Each year, Google unveils its Best of list, spotlighting the year's top mobile experiences. The results for 2024 are in, and they align well with expectations. From teaming up to tackle colossal bosses to navigating whimsical obstacle courses, the year's best games on Google Play offer a diverse range of thrills.
Supercell's Squad Busters has clinched the title of Best Game of 2024, a well-deserved accolade for the tactical multiplayer sensation. Players dive into adrenaline-pumping battles, crafting their ultimate hero lineup to conquer various game modes, battling loot trees and monsters to secure gems.
Supercell enjoyed a stellar year, also bagging the Best Multi-device Game award with Clash of Clans. Even after a decade, this strategy game remains a beloved choice, offering unparalleled flexibility across devices—phones, foldables, tablets, Chromebooks, and PCs—allowing seamless gameplay anywhere.
The awards spanned various categories, with Squad Busters securing Best Multiplayer as well. The playful Eggy Party earned the Best Pick Up & Play title, while Yes, Your Grace triumphed in the Best Indie category. For those seeking narrative-driven adventures, Solo Leveling: Arise took the lead, and Honkai: Star Rail was celebrated for Best Ongoing due to its steady stream of updates.
Family entertainment shone with Tab Time World, while Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance became a top pick on Play Pass. Meanwhile, Cookie Run: Tower of Adventures was lauded as Best for Google Play Games on PC, catering to adventurous gamers.
At Pocket Gamer, we're hosting our own celebration with The Pocket Gamer Awards 2024. Voting is currently open, so don't miss your chance to support your favorite games from this year.
Curious about our top picks? Here's our curated list of the *best games of 2024* to date!