Google also laid out a list of the best runners-up:

It's that time of year again! Google Play just announced the "best" Android apps and games of 2024. The company also published a Best of 2024 section on the Play Store. Now, before we dive in, I'd like to point out that award ceremonies always feel weird and contrived.

Google has announced this year's list of the best Android apps and games, and there are quite a few picks worth checking out.

Google Play has unveiled its "Best of 2024" awards for India, celebrating the top apps and games available on the platform, as well as the talented developers behind them. This year’s list highlights a wide range of innovative apps designed to meet various needs,

Google Play dropped its 2024 picks, celebrating the best in apps, games, books, and multi-device options. Partiful won Best App for reinventing event planning, with its easy-to-use "Party Genie" tool for quick invite creation.

With 2024 winding down soon, Google Play today named the best Android apps and games of the year. These lists are