In early November, Google Play began inviting users to vote for the best games and apps of 2023. Considering the results were announced a month later and the stamps were added, we now have a big list of titles to check out. Approved by Google editors as well as real users.
From Google’s side, it has the best overall apps and games, and the best multi-device apps and games. Google then goes a step further and categorizes the best apps and games into categories such as best for fun, best for personal growth, hidden gems, and best for AI. I’ve gone ahead and included some of Google’s choices below.
That’s not that surprising if you’re interested in how real users voted. Top apps include ChatGPT, a chatbot from OpenAI. For games, it’s Monopoly Go. As I said, it’s not that interesting, but congratulations to both teams who developed these apps. Check out the list below. There’s also a direct link to Google Play so you can check it out for yourself.
Best apps and games overall
The best multi-device apps and games
User-selected apps and games
Best apps of 2023
Perfect for enjoying: Bumble For Friends: Introducing IRL
Perfect for personal growth: Voidpet Garden: Mental Health
Best daily essentials: Artifact: Cultivate Curiosity
Best hidden gems: Aware: Mindfulness and Wellbeing
AI optimization: Character AI: AI-powered chat
Best games of 2023
Best Multiplayer: far light 84
Best Pick & Play: Monopoly go!
Best indie: vampire survivors
Best story: Honkai: Star Rail
Best ongoing works: stumble guy
For me, my vote for best app goes to TikTok, and my vote for best game goes to Marvel Snap. There’s no denying the impact TikTok has had on society. Plus, Marvel Snap is just as addictive as ever.
Google has a dedicated mobile-friendly page on Google Play, which you can access using the link below. Congratulations to this year’s winners!