Not to be outdone by the others, the mobile game industry is also growing quite rapidly, as is the PC and console gaming industry. In addition to increasingly sophisticated technology, this is also supported by the fact that "game engines" for mobile platforms such as smartphones and tablets are now equipped with qualified specifications.
That way, developers can finally make games with quality that goes beyond the previous limitations. Next to iOS, one of the biggest mobile platforms is Android and here is a list of the best Android games of 2021.
Best Android Games in 2021
1. Call of Duty Mobile
It's easy to add Call of Duty Mobile to this list given its unquestionable quality. CODM manages to translate the fun gameplay elements of the COD series into a mobile format very well.
In addition to the usual PvP mode, it also comes with a battle-royale mode that brings together 100 players at once. It can be downloaded for free and regularly hosts interesting events to participate in.
2. Genshin Impact
Next up is the phenomenal game, Genshin Impact. This action-RPG game with gacha mechanics gets a lot of praise for its excellent visuals and fun gameplay mechanics.
In addition, the open world offered by Genshin Impact is also very wide so it doesn't feel 'limited' when compared to other games. Just like CODM, Genshin Impact is available to play for free.
3. Minecraft
Minecraft is an excellent type of game that can be enjoyed by all ages. This game places players in a vast and infinite world where players can do whatever they want including building things and defeating enemies.
The game also has a more difficult survival mode, in addition to a creative mode for those who just want to have fun. Minecraft is paid but players can play with other players playing on PC and consoles.
4. Pokemon GO
Pokemon GO exploded when it was released in 2016 and since then its popularity has never really experienced a drastic decline. This game is an AR (Augmented Reality) game where players perform all activities including catching Pokemon directly in the real world.
Not to forget, Niantic as the developer also continues to update content from Pokemon GO, either by providing new features such as an AR camera mode to a new line of Pokemon for hunting.
5. Legends of Runeterra
So one of the newest games on this list, Legends of Runeterra is a digital card game with gameplay similar to Hearthstone. In this game, players collect cards and heroes, then build a deck from those cards and heroes. There are 24 heroes to choose from and lots of cards to add to the deck.
Players can of course fight other players to test each other which deck and whose strategy is the best. This game set in the Leagus of Legends universe can be downloaded for free.
6. GRID Autosport
GRID Autosport is a racing or racing game released in 2014 that got its Android version in 2019. Interestingly, the overall quality of this game can be called equivalent to the PC or console version.
From visuals, controls, controller support, car collection, multiple race modes to content density, GRID Autosport has it all. No wonder this game from the GRID series is a premium type without ads and in-game payments.
7. PUBG Mobile
The success of the PC version of PUBG was also achieved by PUBG Mobile when it was first launched in 2016. PUBGM itself is a battle royale game where 100 players are united in one large area to then fight, so that the last one survives and wins.
It's basically the same as the PC version but with simplified mechanics and controls. Even so, this free-to-play game still has quite captivating visuals.
8. Fortnite
Not to be outdone by PUBG which has a mobile version, Epic Games has finally released one of their flagship battle royale games – Fortnite for Android. Just like PUBGM, the mobile version of Fortnite is made as simple as possible to make it easy to play on mobile.
Nevertheless, the things that make Fortnite great like the gameplay and unique visual aesthetic are retained. If PUBGM can be downloaded directly through the Play Store, Fortnite which is also free can only be downloaded and installed through the Epic Games App.
9. Sky: Children of Light
Winning multiple awards, Sky: Children of Light is one of the best Android games released in 2020. This free-to-play game developed by the creators of Journey (2013 GOTY winner) offers 7 worlds to explore, quite in-depth character customization. , captivating visuals and unique social elements that can't be found in other games. In order to interact with other players, players are also only given the option of text chat instead of voice chat like most multiplayer games.
10. Stardew Valley
The last one is Stardew Valley, a premium game that carries the farming simulator genre with some RPG elements. In this game, the player has a mission to rebuild the glory days of agriculture that was neglected.
In addition to farming, players can also do other activities such as catching fish, raising livestock and interacting with local residents. Stardew Valley features simple retro visuals, but coupled with pretty solid in-game content.
That was a review of a series of the best Android games in 2021. Out of the 10 games above, which is your favorite game?