What to play on Android: a selection of interesting applications. What to play on Android: the best games

The latest generation of smartphones and tablets have become so technically advanced that they allow you to install games on them that are not much different from their computer counterparts. It is difficult for an inexperienced gamer to understand their large number and variety. Let's talk today about the best representatives of the mobile gaming genre.

Rating of the most popular and best games on Android in the first half of 2016

10th place Plants vs. Zombies Heroes Android 4.1

Plants vs. Zombies Heroes - A new exciting battle of plants against zombies, from the creators of Plants vs. Zombies 2 and Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare 2. In this version of the game, the developers give you the right to choose who exactly you want to play for. Now it’s up to you to decide which cards to take into your hands. Cards of plants or evil brain eaters - zombies. More than twenty different characters on each side of the confrontation. The battle between plants and zombies reaches a new level!

Game Features:

• Opportunity to form your own invincible team
• Over 20 different plants and zombies
• Ability to choose sides in battle
• Opportunity to fight in a place with friends

Russian language: no
Internet: not required
Download from Google Play

9th place Perfect Angle Android 4.0

Perfect Angle is an excellent puzzle game in which all levels are based on optical illusions. This is just a godsend for lovers of unusual puzzles. Your “gray matter” will be delighted with each level you complete. Each room contains a secret that you need to discover. By changing the viewing angle with the camera, you need to find the same angle that will let you understand what it really is. The game has a sufficient number of optical illusions. The game has excellent sound effects and music that complement the already exciting gameplay.

Russian language: no

Autoload cache: no
Download from Google Play

8th place Dream Machine Android 4.0

Dream Machine: The Game is a spatial arcade game whose storyline takes place in the amazing world of optical illusions. But that’s not all, the whole world consists of complex mechanical structures, traveling through which you have to find a way out of each level. In addition to the exciting plot, extraordinary gameplay, which will require a lot of attention, concentration, dexterity and intelligence from you, you will find amazing graphics, support for the Russian language, and pleasant controls.
In addition, the creators of Dream Machine: The Game diversified the gameplay by combining puzzle elements with arcade and action elements, because in addition to solving problems, you also have to fight huge and grandiose bosses.

7th place Rayman Classic Android 4.0

Rayman Classic – The fun-loving and resourceful Rayman is celebrating his twentieth anniversary, and to celebrate, Ubisoft Entertainment is giving you the opportunity to relive Rayman’s incredible adventures. Eagar was released back in 1995 and immediately became a hit. Rediscover fantasy worlds and dangerous levels. Filled with incredibly beautiful scenery. The game is a classic platformer in which you need to run, jump, dodge various enemies and do everything possible in order not to stumble upon another trap. There are a large number of bosses in the game, so you won't have time to get bored.

Russian language: yes
Support for installation on external SD card: no
Autoload cache: no
Download from Google Play

6th place Parallax Android 2.3

NVIDIA Corporation, in an effort to increase demand for its mobile solutions, continues to release exclusives for NVIDIA SHIELD. It is worth noting that all the games released within the framework of this project are really good, as regards the gameplay, and there is no need to talk about graphics; in this regard, the leader in the creation of discrete video cards has always been at its best.

Parallax is an original arcade puzzle game, the events of which develop in a monochrome world, the whole world is divided into black areas and white ones, your task is to change the position of the colors to get to the exit. At first glance, everything may seem simple and uncomplicated, but believe me, this is far from the case.
As already mentioned, Parallax is exclusive and available on Google Play only for NVIDIA devices, and at a decent price, but on our website you can download the game completely free. And in order to play Parallax you will need a powerful Android device and a gamepad.

5th place Warhammer: Arcane Magic Android 4.1

Warhammer: Arcane Magic is a turn-based tactical strategy game with rpg elements. We travel through the legendary places of Warhammer, gather our team of heroes and fight enemies. You decide for yourself at what moment to use the necessary magic or read the next magic scroll. The game has several campaigns consisting of 8 levels each. Each campaign rewards you with a new hero. Which will definitely help you in battle. The game is full of ancient artifacts and other items that help you in the game - get them and become even more powerful.

Russian language: no
Support for installation on external SD card: no
Autoload cache: no
Download from Google Play

4th place LEGO Batman: DC Super Heroes Android 4.0

LEGO Batman: DC Super Heroes – legendary heroes created from Lego bricks have returned to your mobile screens. In the game you can see such heroes and villains as: Batman, Robin, Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Lex Luthor, Joker and others. There are about 80 playable characters in the game. so there is somewhere to roam. As always, everyone has their own arsenal of attacks and abilities, as well as different costumes. It is possible to switch between “Classic” and “Touch Screen” controls - choose the one that best suits your playing style. Protect Gotham from complete destruction!

Russian language: no
Support for installation on external SD card: no
Autoload cache: no
Download from Google Play

We reveal the top three in the category of the best Android games of 2016

3rd place LEGO Jurassic World Android 4.2

LEGO Jurassic World - Developers Warner Bros. continue to provide us with new Lego stories. You will find yourself on the famous islands of the Jurassic Park. The game contains all the best moments of 4 episodes at once. The game has wonderful Lego humor.

Game Features:

• The game contains all the key events from the 4 series about the Jurassic period.
• More than 16 dinosaurs
• Ability to change your dinosaur collection
• Opportunity to inhabit and explore Islas Nublar and Sorna

2nd place Fahrenheit: Indigo Prophecy Android 4.1

Fahrenheit: Indigo Prophecy - The game was originally released in 2005. From the very beginning, the game found its fans and quickly became famous among gamers. Finally, this masterpiece has reached the owners of Android devices. This is an interactive novel with a rather dark and twisted story, which tells about the main character named Lucas Kane. Lucas accidentally witnesses a terrible murder that he himself committed... He doesn’t remember or understand anything, he only knows for sure that he didn’t want to kill anyone, but the bloody knife in his hand adds to his panic. You will have to help Lucas understand what is happening to him and who benefits from it...

Game Features:

• Intuitive game controls
• Action choices affect the end of the game
• One story and four story options
• Voice acting by professional film actors
• The music for the game was written by the famous Angelo Badalamenti
• High quality graphics
• Support for widescreen devices

Russian language: yes
Internet: not required
Download from Google Play

1st place White Day: A Labyrinth Named School Android 4.0

White Day - This game became a famous game in its genre back in 2001, when it first appeared on PC screens. Now this cult horror movie is available for users of Android devices. In the game you will play as a young guy who decided to sneak into the school at night to make a little surprise for his girlfriend for Valentine's Day, but he had no idea that his home school was full of secrets and mysteries. He finds himself locked in his school along with other students. Now their lives hang in the balance! Who really wants them dead? Will they be able to survive? You will learn all this by playing White Day.

See which Android games were the most installed, reviewed, and rated throughout 2016. It was these criteria that influenced the choice of the Google Play editors.

Best Game of the Year

Clash Royale is a multiplayer strategy game in which you attack enemy fortifications with the help of swordsmen, pyrotechnicians and other characters you control. The game is replete with combat units, tournaments and arenas, thanks to which it does not get boring with each new battle. Clash Royale appeared on Google Play at the very beginning of 2016, but has already managed to cross the 50 million installation mark. In general, everyone should try it.

Most popular games

In addition to three children's games, this section includes something very strange called Troll Face Quest. It is a series of mini-quests in which you can win and lose in the most unexpected way. But no matter how the level turns out, it will make you smile. The fun is free, but filled to capacity with advertising.

Most Competitive Games

The section consists of two strategies, an RPG and a football simulator. Each game stands out for its high-quality design, but FIFA from Electronic Arts stands out, of course. The company brought 17,000 real players from 650 teams to smartphones. At the same time, the simulator has acquired a new mode in which the players do not sit on defense at all, but alternately compete in attack: the action on the field is always spectacular and dynamic.

The most unusual games

Probably the most intriguing five. It's just a pity that not everything in it is for free. For free, the Bearded Man saves his small but eventful life, in which the main place is occupied by friends and excitement. The adventure quest accurately conveys the atmosphere of the popular show.

There is also the energetic Lost in Harmony. Every action in the game takes place to the beat of the music, be it a jump or overcoming an obstacle. It is noteworthy that the developers resorted to the services of professional composers and allowed players to create their own levels with their favorite songs.

The best indie games

Looking for peace and tranquility? Welcome to the water column with Zen Koi and the Deep Sea Aquarium. In the first case, you have to look after a cute fish, and in the second, you have to look after corals. A relaxing melody will put the most shaky nerves in order.

Are you feeling adventurous? Install The Last Vikings. You will have a fearless Viking and full sails of the wind at your command. Pixel graphics add flavor to the game.

The most exciting games

The steering wheel of a sports car, the fork of a fancy bike, the cockpit of a combat robot or a Jedi sword in your hands - choose your dose of adrenaline. For those who are smaller, there is an option: DC Comics toy characters, designed in LEGO style, will make you feel like a real hero or... a villain!

The most irresistible games

The children's selection turned out great. The only “adult” representative is Stack, a one-button game where you need to stop building blocks in time to build the highest possible tower. The arcade game is so simple that many people are surprised how it can capture people's attention.

The most beautiful games

You won’t find a riot of colors that hurts your eyes here. The only exception is Dots & Co. The rest is simply beautiful and very original. For example, Mekorama turned out to be extremely addictive. In the puzzle you need to rotate a three-dimensional platform and pave the way to the exit along it. Another recommendation is Alto’s Adventure. The action is dedicated to those people who dream of pushing off from the springboard and soaring on skis towards the winter beauty.

Best for the whole family

If you lack silence, leave your child for an hour with your favorite be-be-bears or Masha. After the energizing games, a double portion of role-playing adventures awaits you. Of course, YouTube stands out for the youngest viewers, with its endless stream of entertaining and educational videos for the whole family.

Modern mobile devices have long been able to do more than just make calls and receive SMS messages. Now these are entire entertainment centers that can do anything. Watching videos and listening to music have already become quite standard processes. They won't surprise anyone. Mobile games are especially relevant now. Both the Play Store and the AppStore now have a huge number of games of various genres. But among them there is a lot of unnecessary rubbish. What to play on Android so that it’s interesting? Let's try to figure it out.

Which genre should I choose?

It all depends entirely on your preferences. However, the most playable genres on mobile platforms are racing, fighting games and runners. Platformers and arcade games have also enjoyed some success. But fully playing some action or shooter is a very bad idea. Mobile phones are not intended for such feats. The controls in such games are completely inconvenient. Precisely because of hardware limitations. What can you play on Android? Yes, everything your heart desires. But how you have to adapt while controlling your character is a completely different question.

Minecraft: Pocket Edition

The legendary “sandbox” was ported to Android. The highlight of the game is a completely free world in which you can do whatever your heart desires. But do not forget that the toy is only playable online. And besides you, there are other users there. So if you get too carried away by some reprehensible madness, you will quickly be put in your place. The essence of the game is to build. Build everything you can. You can build a whole world where you will be a king and a god. This is what attracts thousands of gamers to Minecraft. But you shouldn’t rely on cool graphics. Everything is in solid squares. This is the calling card of Minecraft. Despite all the poor graphics, this is almost the most popular game on the Android platform. If you're looking for something to play with a friend on Android, then Minecraft is a good choice.

GTA: San Andreas

Cult action game, completely ported to Android. Everything would be fine, but the game is more suitable for tablet owners. For full gameplay, a larger screen is required. And smartphones are very “castrated” in this regard. In addition, it is not a fact that your device will “pull” the toy. It is very demanding on the gadget's resources. And not every tablet will run. But if you're lucky, you'll have a unique opportunity to hear and see the new story of a black man named CJ. But the main thing is careless shooting at pedestrians, racing in stolen cars and breaking all conceivable rules. This is exactly why gamers love the Grand Theft Auto series. And even the mobile version conveys an unforgettable atmosphere of lawlessness and wild frenzy. By the way, there are also Vice City and Liberty City Stories for mobile devices. For true fans of the series, these names mean a lot. The GTA series is just the kind of Android games that are worth playing.

Fallout Shelter

Platformer from the creators of the legendary computer shooter Fallout. In this toy you are invited to become a bunker manager. It brought together all those who survived the radiation apocalypse. Strengthen your shelter, improve residents, devices and much more. You can also explore the adjacent wastelands and find a lot of tasty things there. Over time, new survivors will arrive in the bunker. However, there are attacks by raiders, radroaches and deathclaws. The latter are especially dangerous. Thoughtful controls and interesting gameplay will not leave anyone indifferent. No wonder the entire Google office is playing this toy. The platformer is perfect if you are looking for something to play on your phone. "Android" was literally made for Fallout Shelter. You can also share your successes with other users. This became possible thanks to the integration of the toy with the Google Play service.

Mortal Kombat X

Remember Raiden, Shao-Kan, Goro, Sub-Zero, Scorpio and others? Now they have settled in your mobile gadget. The tenth part of the legendary fighting game has been ported to Android. However, not all owners of gadgets running this OS will experience this incredible pleasure. The game is very demanding on device resources. However, the graphics are at the highest level. If you are looking for something to play on Android, then Mortal Kombat is a very worthy choice. Especially considering how popular the games in this series are. The mobile version contains not only all the iconic fighters, but also some new characters. You definitely won't be bored. Moreover, the toy has several degrees of complexity. You can choose any one. Based on your level of preparation. The gameplay is equipped with high-quality videos, which even provide the toy with a very good plot. Now you don't need to think about what game to play on Android.

Clash of Clans

A super popular online RPG that somewhat resembles a mixture of Diablo II and World of Warcraft. This cocktail made the toy very interesting. That is why thousands of users choose it. In addition, the toy is undemanding to the resources of the gadget and will work even on the most ancient Google Phone. The essence of the game is simple: build your village, improve everything you can and take part in battles with hostile clans. Become the best in the world of Clash of Clans. The game is good for everyone. If you have been looking for a long time for something to play on Android, then your search can be considered over. However, the game is annoying because of the abundant advertising and the impossibility of adequate leveling without a donation. But these are small things compared to the pleasure that this toy can give you.

Angry Birds

A platformer that at one time broke all imaginable and unimaginable download records. People liked almost everything here: excellent hand-drawn graphics, a funny soundtrack, and low demands on the device’s resources. The essence of the game is simple: you need to launch birds into strange structures in order to hit and destroy the pigs that have barricaded themselves there. What kind of cruelty? Everything is fine. It's just that the green pigs stole all the birds' eggs. And so the birds embarked on the warpath. Not a single pig can escape fair retribution. The Angry Birds series is just what you can play on Android. You definitely won't get bored with this toy. Yes, you can kill time. But you should be very careful, because the game is incredibly addictive. Before you have time to look back, it’s already deep night outside.

Piano Tiles 2

A toy made in the style of a runner, but using tapping technology. It has gained enormous popularity and is one of the few games on Android that are considered useful. This game perfectly develops fine motor skills and can be recommended for children. The task is simple - click on white or black tiles (depending on the task). If you press correctly, a very good melody will come out from under your fingers. The problem is that the tiles are moving faster and faster, and in order to hit them correctly, you need a remarkable reaction. But this is not enough. You need to carefully monitor the device screen, as the tiles tend to change the direction of their movement at the most inopportune moment.

"Talking cat Tom"

A funny toy for children. Its concept was inspired by Japanese Tamagotchis, whose popularity peaked in the dashing nineties. A funny kitten lives in your mobile gadget. You need to feed him, play with him and modify his home and his appearance in every possible way. Now children don't have to think about what to play on Android. "Talking Tom Cat" will become their best friend. In the game you can earn coins through mini-games. You can also earn them by donating. But this is somehow pretentious. By the way, the toy about Tom is far from the only one in the series. There is also a talking cat named Angela. And if Tom is more focused on “boys,” then Angela is definitely created for girls. There are also numerous spin-offs like Tom's Jetski or Tom and Angela's Love. In general, children will definitely not be bored.

Tekken 3

The legendary fighting game has finally reached mobile platforms. It is a full-fledged port from the PlayStation and has all the characteristics that were inherent in the original game. Familiar characters, wonderful gameplay and some hint of a plot make this toy very interesting for both “oldfags” and ordinary gamers. The graphics are exactly the same as in the original toy on consoles. Therefore, Tekken fans will not feel any discomfort. Characters like Eddie, Yoshimitsu, Gun Jack, Drunken Professor speak volumes. We can safely say that this is the most classic of Tekken. And this is good.

Conclusion

If you have been thinking about the question of what games you can play on Android, then after reading this article all questions should disappear by themselves. Here are the best toys for the Android platform. Among them there are masterpieces from a variety of genres, so each user can find what he likes most. Of course, such “monsters” as GTA or Mortal Kombat will not run on every device, but the rest of the heroes of this opus can easily run even on devices that were five years old. So go ahead, gamers!

In December, Google, as always, was chosen the best games for Android 2016, well, according to tradition, we will choose from this list the ten coolest ones, which under no circumstances should be missed. This time, the Google list included 38 toys, which is 16 less than last December. Perhaps this indicates a decrease in truly high-quality products, but the list did not include, for example, Pokemon Go - the undisputed bestseller of the summer, which suddenly burst into our devices and gained popularity, but just as abruptly lost it. But let's move on to review of the best Android games of 2016, according to Gaida.Ru. As always, it does not have any prizes, because sometimes it is impossible to compare games in completely different genres.

Rating of the best games for Android 2016

1. Troll face Quest Classic - let's get started list of the best games for Android 2016 It was from this unusual quest that blew up all standards and sent logic to hell. Despite this, all the plots of the levels are very close to the younger generation, because the most popular memes and mainstreams from all over the Internet are taken as the basis.

2. The Room Three – another quest-style game, but unlike the previous one, it is truly classic and a standard of the genre. For everyone who loves complex riddles and respects the games of the 100 Doors series and Can you escape It’s worth trying it at least once and you’ll immediately understand who the daddy is, especially since there’s a discount on purchases now.

3. Taiga - a genre of text quests in the style already familiar to us Lifeline. The game is close to us in spirit, since the authors are our fellow countrymen. In general, the story follows the best traditions and makes you worry about the defenseless girl.

4. War Robots – remember those times when fighting robots were just everywhere? Robot Wars was created to popularize them again. This is a wonderful online game that will allow you to immerse yourself in 6v6 battles, in full 3 D. If you want something new or, on the contrary, remember something old, then you should try this particular toy.

5. Deus Ex Go – a puzzle game in the style of a stealth action game, which was released on the eve of the main new part of the series. It's good thatmajor developers have stopped giving up on mobile games and are making them of truly high quality, especially since they have all the means to do this. Well, the growing mobile market is always happy for an excellent game in such a rare genre.

6. Lego DC Mighty Micros – About An excellent racing arcade game, without a hint of seriousness. It reminds me of something Crash Bandicoot, but with heroes from the universe DC decorated in Lego style.The game can captivate not only children, but also adults, which is why it has gained so much popularity recently. If you haven’t tried it yet, I recommend playing it.

7. Clash Royale – I don’t know why, but Supercell made another popular project, with familiar characters from the main game. This is a clone of strategy and card games (perhaps the two most popular genres at the moment). Now there is more action, but at the same time you need to develop, and swing, and think.

8. Bearded man. Understand and forgive - Alexander Radionovich,didn’t suit us as a full-fledged series, but as a Russian quest it’s very good. PR on one of the central channels also gave results and many people learned about the game, who previously did not even know about the existence Google Play. One drawback is that new levels have not been released for a long time, and the initial one can be completed in half an hour, a maximum of an hour. By the way, you can find the walkthrough of the game at .

9. Lost in Harmony – we have already talked about . There's nothing to add. Let's just say that everyone should play it, because despite the simplicity of the genre, the plot makes you empathize with the characters as if they were family.

10. Traffic Rider – An excellent time killer in which you have to show all your racing skills on the streets of an ordinary city, in a city busy with cars. Although there have been quite a few such games, only this one combines perfect controls, good mechanics and addictive gameplay.

So we introduced you to TOP best games for Android 2016 , so if you havesmartphone on this platform, then you should definitely at least familiarize yourself with them.

Have a good game!

The past 2016 was significant for grandiose breakthroughs in the mobile gaming industry, the number of which forced us to expand the list of the best Android games of the year from the original 10 to 21. We present to your attention real masterpieces that should be allocated a separate place on the memory card of your device and run from time to time throughout 2017. In 12 months we have seen a lot of innovation, excitement, crazy experiments and breakthroughs in graphics and animation. Now we can say with confidence that in the New Year the quality of mobile games will be comparable to console games.

Check out the best 21 games of 2017 on Android!

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