Google Unveils 2024's Top Apps, Games, and Books: A Mix of Expected and Unexpected Winners
Google recently announced its coveted Google Play Awards 2024, recognizing the year's best apps, games, and books. The winners showcase a blend of established favorites and surprising newcomers. Let's delve into the highlights:
Game of the Year: A Surprise Contender
The top prize for Best Game went to AFK Journey, a fantasy RPG from Farlight and Lilith Games. Its expansive world, stunning visuals, and epic battles featuring a massive roster of characters secured the win. While the victory of an "Away From Keyboard" (AFK) idle game might seem unexpected, Google cited the game's compelling exploration and visuals as key factors.
Cross-Platform Domination and More
Supercell's Clash of Clans claimed the Best Multi-Device Game award, thanks to its successful expansion beyond mobile to PCs and Chromebooks. Players can now enjoy building bases, training troops, and engaging in clan warfare across multiple devices.
Other notable winners include:
- Best Multiplayer Game: Supercell's Squad Busters
- Best Pick Up & Play: NetEase Games' Eggy Party
- Best Story: Solo Leveling: Arise (a somewhat surprising choice, given the game's focus)
- Best Indie Game: Yes, Your Grace (a popular PC RPG making waves on mobile)
- Best Ongoing Game: Honkai: Star Rail
- Best for Families: Tab Time World by Kids at Play
- Best Play Pass Game: Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance
- Best Google Play Games on PC: Cookie Run: Tower of Adventures
What's Your Verdict?
What are your thoughts on the Google Play Awards 2024? Do you agree with Google's selections? Let us know in the comments below! Stay tuned for our next article on Stumble Guys' exciting winter events.
