▶ The best Android games of 2022 according to Google Play Store

With the arrival of December it is normal to take stock of the last 12 months and focus on the highlights of the year. Of course, you can't miss the list of the best Android games of 2022 according to the Google Play Store, in which we find well-known titles and the occasional discovery .

Many will be surprised that on this list there are not some games that seemed omnipresent during the year, such as 'Stumble Guys', 'Words of Wonders' or the eternal 'Coin Master', butGoogle Play Store has taken other factors into account beyond popularityTake note of the highlights in terms of mobile video games that you can install on your Android device to enjoy this Christmas to the fullest.

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Best Game of 2022: Apex Legends Mobile

Although at the time it seemed that Apex Legends was not going to be able to cope with the overwhelming success of 'Fortnite', the passage of time has done very well for this 'battle royale', which has been named as the best mobile game of 2022 by Google Play Store. The gameplay experience of 'Apex Legends Mobile' is different from that of the PC, mainly because its adaptation is not carried out by Respawn, but by Lightspeed and Quantum Studios .

The ability to play with a traditional controller helps make games less chaotic and frustrating for non-touch screen users. The fluidity of the game and the level of its graphics have turned 'Apex Legends Mobile' into the video game that yes or yes you must have installed on your mobile if you are a shooter lover.

Most Voted Game of 2022: Rocket League Sideswipe

Another title that can already be considered a classic in the world of video games is 'Rocket League', which has a slightly different mobile version: 'Rocket League Sideswipe ' This attractive mix of cars and soccer is the game with the most votes by users in the Google Play Store, and one of the keys to its success has been the adjustments made to adapt the chaotic games of the version from PC to mobile screens that surpasses other similar versions that were emerging.

In 'Rocket League Sideswipe' the philosophy of the original game is maintained, but the games are in 2D instead of 3D, with a smaller playing field and a maximum of four players per game. This makes the aerial maneuvers gain more presence, but the real key is in the reduction of the time of each game: two minutes that perfectly adapt to the needs of mobile players: action, fun, simplicity and speed.As easy to say as it is hard to achieve.

Best Multiplayer Game: Dislyte

The best multiplayer game of 2022 for the Google Play Store is Dislyte,a gacha-type RPG with mythological characters in which we will have to unlock new game modes and characters as we progress.

The graphics and the characterization of each character are very successful, which has made this game very well received by specialized critics. Dislyte is not intended for sporadic players, but rather for connoisseurs of the subject, although the game itself acts as a guide in the first stages to get to know this new world of miracles and hopes.

Best Simple Game: Angry Birds Journey

There are many of us who keep the name of Angry Birds in mind when we remember our first experiences with games on smartphones (beyond Nokia's snake). More than a decade later, Finnish studio Rovio continues to make the most of its goose that laid the golden eggs, and in 2022 it has been recognized as best simple dynamic game for 'Angry Birds Journey'

What is different about 'Angry Birds Journey' compared to previous titles? Not much, apart from the fact that the appearance of the birds does not reflect so much anger and is much more childish. The mechanics are still as simple as in the original and the key to its success seems to be that it focuses much more on attracting the little ones in the house, renouncing to catch a more adult public that has more and more –and better- offers in the Google Play catalogue.

Best Indie Game: Dicey Dungeons

The Best Indie Game of 2022 in the eyes of the Google Play Store is 'Dicey Dungeons', the first on this list that costs money (five euros specifically). This is a 'roguelike' deck-building game that puts each player's strategy to the test in a game show run by Lady Luck.

In order to participate, each player becomes a dice and has to fight their way through various dungeons that change by pure chance. Each character is very different from the rest, and their combat system can seem overwhelming but simple once you get used to the dynamics. This game is also available for Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC, so you can step into its unique world from any platform.

Best Story: Inua – A Story in Ice and Time

The best story of 2022 can be found in 'Inua: A Story in Ice and Time', a title found in the Play Store for five euros. This ARTE Experience video game has an artistic touch that can be seen with the naked eye and consists of a narrative adventure that takes place in different chronological eras.

'Inua' tells the story of Taïna, a journalist who seeks to unveil the mystery of the crew of the Terror in the 19th century. As the story progresses you can change the timelines, which can be confusing, but we will also have polar bear stars that help unstuck the player at certain times. The graphics and soundtrack of this video game are two sections that stand out in a title that also helps to get closer to Inuit culture.

Game with the best updates: Genshin Impact

The list of the best mobile games of 2022 on Google Play is closed by 'Genshin Impact', which has been recognized as the title with the best updatesAlthough it was released in 2020, this free-to-play open-world game has constantly reinvented itself with events that keep players engaged.

Although playing this title does not cost money, in its menu you can find a multitude of micropayments to unlock improvements that have generated some criticism. However, 'Genshin Impact' continues on its way and this month of December you will be able to find new characters, events and challenges for players that will make them in the middle of the Christmas period remain one of the most played titles on Android.