Google Play's List Of India's Top Apps And Games Of 2024 Is Here

It's that time of the year and Google has just released its best apps and games of 2024 on Google Play in India. Squad Busters won the title of the best game, highlighting the country's love for fast-paced, easy-to-learn multiplayer games. Many top games highlighted a focus on localisation, incorporating Indian storylines, characters, and culture elements into their games. 

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Indus Battle Royale Best Made In India Game

Notably, SuperGaming's Indus Battle Royale, with the developer being the winner of the "Best Made in India" category for the second consecutive year.

BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India) became the "Best Ongoing" winner, with regular updates featuring India-centric content, including themes based on cricket, festivals, and collaborations with Indian celebrities. 

Bloom was the "Best Indie" winner, with its unique puzzle mechanics and a level maker feature, allowing for creativity. Bullet Echo was recognised as the "Best Pick Up & Play," offered quick and engaging gameplay experiences.

Other winners included Clash of Clans (Best Multi-device Game), Yes, Your Grace (Best Story), Zombie Sniper War 3 - Fire FPS (Best on Play Pass), and Cookie Run: Tower of Adventures (Best for Google Play Games on PC).

Homegrown Companies Make It To Google Play’s Best Apps

Google's best apps this year saw a diverse range of innovative solutions addressing a variety of needs, including fashion styling, health, expense tracking, and news. Notably, five out of seven winners in the Best of Play 2024 India apps list were developed by homegrown companies.

AI is revolutionising app experiences, and India is at the forefront of this transformation. In fact, India has emerged as the global leader in AI mobile app downloads, accounting for 21 per cent of global downloads this year.

Hey Alle's "Alle - Your AI Fashion Stylist" provides personalised fashion advice based on occasion, body type, and facial features, earning it the "Best App" and "Best for Fun" awards. Headlyne, our "Best for Personal Growth" winner, uses AI to deliver personalised news, showcasing the increasing sophistication of AI in understanding individual preferences.

Sony LIV: Sports & Entmt won the "Best for Large Screens" award for offering a high-quality, immersive viewing experience across bigger screen devices like tablets. Other winners include apps like Fold: Expense Tracker (Best Everyday Essential), Rise: Habit List (Best Hidden Gem), Baby Daybook (Best for Watches), and WhatsSpp Messenger (Best Multi-device app).