Google Play is not just a store for Android apps and games. It has become a platform for developers to showcase their creativity and innovation. This has made Android users spoiled for choice with a diverse range of high-quality applications and games. Google recognizes the best developers’ efforts to introduce creativity into their apps by organizing the Google Play Awards since 2016. The aim of this event is to give the highest recognition to applications and games with excellent quality. In December 2020, the fifth Google Play Awards was successfully held, including five award categories, not only for apps and games but also for books, movies, and user-nominated options. Now, let’s take a look at games that received recognition in one of the categories.
1. Genshin Impact
Genshin Impact has gained immense popularity ever since its launch in September 2020 by miHoYo. This action-packed game takes the player on a long journey of adventure in an open-world setting. The game has generated more than 10 million downloads and one million reviews, resulting in a rating of 4.5 out of 5. The graphics and sound effects are so captivating that it feels like playing a console game. This innovative game won 2020’s Best Game of the Year and was also nominated for Best Game Changer.
2. Spongebob: Krusty Cook-Off
Spongebob: Krusty Cook-Off by Nukebox Studios and Tilting Point is a light and fun-filled simulation game. The game allows players to cook at Krusty Krab, decorate their restaurants, and customize the character’s costumes. The game has more than 10 million downloads and 233,000 reviews, with a rating of 4.3. With its humorous and entertaining gameplay, Spongebob: Krusty Cook-Off won the User’s Choice Game of 2020 and Best Pick-Up & Play Game.
3. Brawlhalla
Initially released for PC and game consoles, Brawlhalla by Blue Mammoth Games is now available on Android and iOS devices via Ubisoft. The gameplay is engaging, where the player chooses a character to fight and defeat enemies in an arena. The game has a 2D cartoon graphics and has been downloaded by more than 5 million Android users, with a rating of 4.3. The competitive game won the title of the best competitive game of 2020.
4. Bullet Echo
ZeptoLab’s Bullet Echo is a tactical battle-royale game with simple graphics and a top-down view. The gameplay requires the player’s speed and instincts to sense enemies in low visibility. The game provides various characters with different abilities and equipment, making the game more challenging and intriguing. Although the game was released in May 2020, it won the 2020 Best Competitive Game Award on Google Play.
Conclusion
Google Play is not just a store for Android apps and games; it’s a hub of creativity and innovation. The Google Play Awards recognize developers’ hard work and creativity to improve the quality of apps and games. The top games of 2020 – Genshin Impact, Spongebob: Krusty Cook-Off, Brawlhalla, and Bullet Echo – received recognition in various categories, giving players a range of options for unique and entertaining gameplay. Check them out and see which game you like the most.
