As 2023 draws to a close, Google has unveiled its "Google Play Best Of 2023 Awards," recognizing outstanding games, general apps, and more. This year's selection highlights a diverse range of games and apps across various categories.
Key Highlights:
- Best Story in Games: "Honkai: Star Rail" triumphed in this category, with "Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis" and "Down In Bermuda" as honorable mentions.
- Best Games For Good: "Pokemon Sleep" was awarded for positively impacting its players, standing out over games like "Beecarbonize" and "Longleaf Valley."
- Users' Choice Award for Games: "Monopoly Go" received this honor, the only award voted on by players.
Notable Mentions in Other Categories:
- Best Multiplayer: "Farlight 84" with honorable mentions including "Arena Breakout" and "Marvel Snap."
- Best Pick Up & Play: "Monopoly Go" again, with "Chrome Valley Customs" and "Mighty Doom" as notable mentions.
- Best Indies: "Vampire Survivors" led this category, followed by "Roto Force" and "Song of Bloom."
- Best Ongoing: "Stumble Guys" with "Clash of Clans" and "EA Sports FC Mobile Soccer" as runners-up.
- Best on Play Pass: "Magic Rampage" topped this category, with "Arida: Backland’s Awakening" and "Linea: An Innerlight Game" as honorable mentions.
- Best for Tablets and Chromebooks: "Honkai: Star Rail" and "Minecraft" won respectively.
- Best for Google Play Games on PC: "Arknights."
General Apps Awards:
- Users' Choice: ChatGPT from OpenAI, also receiving an honorable mention for the "Best With AI" award.
- Best With Families: "Paw Patrol Academy."
- Best Hidden Gem: "Artifact: Feed Your Curiosity."
The Google Play Best Of 2023 Awards showcase the diverse and innovative landscape of mobile gaming and apps, celebrating titles and software that have significantly impacted users this year.
Source: YouTube