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Here are 2021’s best apps and games according to Google
July 25, 2025
We’re slowly inching towards the end of the year. With December just a few days away,Googlehas announced the winners of its annual Google Play Best of awards. This year, Google’s including categories for apps and games playable on tablets,Wear OS, andGoogle TV, broadening the scope of possible winners.
In 2020, we saw plenty of mindfulness apps make the cut, and 2021 sees a similar outcome. This year, personalized mediation appBalancetakes home Google’s top app honors. As for the top game,Pokémon Uniteis the company’s title of choice. Canva and Calm took home the Best for Tablets and Best for Wear titles, respectively, while Disney Plus, ESPN, and Tubi claimed “popular on Google TV” medals.
As is tradition, Google also asked the public to vote on their favorite apps and games in 2021.Paramount Plusgained the public’s plaudits, while Pokémon Unite scored another no from fans.
You can have a look at the complete list of Google Play’s Best of 2021 winners below.
Google Play’s Best Apps of 2021
Best apps for good
Best everyday essentials
Best for fun
Best hidden gems
Best for personal growth
Best for tablets
Best for Wear
Popular on Google TV
Google Play’s Best Games of 2021
Best competitive
Best game changers
Best Indies
Best pick up and play
Do you agree with Google’s best apps and games for 2021? What were your favorite utilities and titles this year? Let us know in a comment below.
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