The popularity of Android games continues to increase in India as more people shift from the desktop to the smartphone. Fun and entertaining, these games cover any theme or gameplay imaginable. No matter whether they are free or not, they are constantly competing with one another for your time, attention, and, in some cases, your money.
In this article, we are going to provide you with the most popular Android games in India. Our list is based primarily on the number of downloads, however, we also considered reviews left by players.
Top Android Games
As at January 2021, the 10 most popular Android games downloaded in India are:
- Teen Patti by Octro – Indian Poker Card Game
- Carrom 3D
- Chain Reaction
- World Cricket Championship Lt
- Bottle Shoot
- Real Cricket 17
- Ludo Classic
- Train Driver – Train Simulator Game
- Stick Cricket 2
- Stick Cricket Premier League
Teen Patti by Octro – Indian Poker Card Game
Perhaps unsurprisingly, the top-ranking Android game in India is Teen Patti. Developed by Octro, this game has been downloaded over 50 million times and works on all Android systems version 6.0 and over. It is free to download and includes free chips along with in-game purchases.
As many new players quickly find out, understanding how to play Teen Patti is quite easy. In fact, the game is often referred to as the Indian version of Hold’em. What’s more, this particular game features a variety of popular variants, including Muflis, Lowest Joker, and 4X Boot.
Carrom 3D
Transform your Android phone or tablet into a virtual Carrom board thanks to Zagmoid’s Carrom 3D. This game has over 10 million downloads and is compatible with Android versions 4.1 and beyond.
You can enjoy playing against three levels of computer or connect with friends or family through Wifi or Bluetooth. Mastering the basics of Carrom shouldn’t take you long since the game feature intuitive controls and a straightforward objective.
Chain Reaction
Chain Reaction is a game of exploding orbs and customizable options designed for between two and eight players. This strategy game was developed by App Holdings and works on Android 4.0 versions and over. It is completely free to download and play, and has, so far, been downloaded by over 10 million users.
The objective of Chain Reaction is to eliminate other players’ orbs and take over the entire board. You can enjoy the game on both smartphones and tablets, but the HD mode is only available to larger screens.
World Cricket Championship Lt
Join in on India’s favorite sport with World Cricket Championship Lt by Nextwave Multimedia. The game features 3D graphics and lets you participate in the top three most popular championships. Join your friends as you exchange points and create your own Cricket team to challenge all others.
Bottle Shoot
Promising to relieve stress by letting you shoot and break glass all over the world, Bottle Shoot offers a simple, yet an enticing way to distract you from a long day. It has been downloaded over 10 million times and is completely free to play. The game was developed by Droid Hermes and works on Android systems 2.3 and beyond.
Real Cricket 17
Real Cricket 17 is considered to be one of the most comprehensive sports games for Android. This one game lets you play with your friends or other real mobile players in all major T20 domestic tournaments. Monitor your progress and participate in daily challenges and various challenge modes.
Ludo Classic
Ludo Classic lets you play a classic favorite which has been remastered for Android users. This free game by Sudhakar Kanakaraj lets you enjoy the board game with up to three of your friends or family members.
Train Driver – Train Simulator Game
Become a driver of your favorite passenger or freight train and fulfill one of the most common childhood dreams. Customize your engine and add carriages and wagons as you travel across the tracks collecting passengers and dropping off cargo.
Stick Cricket 2
Stick Cricket 2 builds on the success of its predecessor and lets you develop an entire virtual career in this popular sport. Track your stats, improve your game and dominate the world in this popular game by Stick Sports.
Stick Cricket Premier League
Enjoyed Stick Cricket but looking for your next challenge? Stick Cricket Premier League lets you travel the world as you assemble your team and develop yourself as captain.
A Cricket-dominated List
As you likely saw in our top list, almost half of the most popular Android games in India are centred around cricket. It is easy to understand the thrill of the sport, especially since it is played and enjoyed by tens of millions. These games provide an easy and comfortable way to enjoy the sport at any point of the day, directly from your Android device.