These best Android strategy games we’ve gathered for you here are all set to cater to your needs of some unending tactical challenges. Fans of such titles will have a lot to jump into when they finish browsing though this list. Since the coming of smartphone games, this genre has been one of the favorites of developers, and that is easily indicated by the large amount of tactical games that are scattered throughout the Google Play Store.
And Android is the kind of platform which grants them the liberty to expand into a number of different gameplay constituents. The titles we have for you can be played on mobile devices as well as on tablets, provided they run Google’s operating system. While some of them are free, the others can be yours at inexpensive rates, but irrespective of their prices, they seldom fail to deliver addicting experiences. So without much ado, let’s take a look at them.
1 – Osmos HD
If you’ve played and loved thatgamecompany’s flOw, this one’s for you. Osmos borrows the game’s elements alright, but it does succeed in concocting a completely different atmosphere altogether. This physics-based strategy game is available on several other platforms including PC, Mac, iOS Linux and more.
Gamers need to take control of a single-celled organism called a mote, and guide it around as it absorbs smaller motes by colliding onto them. Distinct environments such as playgrounds, solar systems, petri dishes, dense mote-fields and more form the backgrounds for this game which is accompanied by some excellent music as well.
Price: 2.99 USD
2 – Fieldrunners HD
This title is a tower defense offering developed by Subatomic Studios. With beautiful visuals to complement its sturdy gameplay, Fieldrunners HD is a spectacular addition to our catalog. Each purchase guarantees you more than 400 waves of enemies across a total of 4 battlefields. And you have seven different weapons to keep them at bay.
And there are different game modes as well as various achievements to unlock. The game even supports tablet resolutions, delivering better HD visuals on these devices.
Price: 2.99 USD
3 – Great Little War Game
This modern military game is actually a turn-based strategy title which contains an easy control scheme as well as some complex gameplay traits. Three different modes, namely Campaign, Skirmish and Multiplayer form part of it, along with four difficulty settings.
You are needed to command an army and fight your enemies on land, sea and air. The distinct terrain options that make their way into the title only bolster its strategy aspects. Moreover, support for openFeint achievements has also been incorporated into it.
Price: 0.99 USD
4 – Jelly Defense
Another tower defense offering in our list is Jelly Defense. It is an exceptional and wonderfully designed game which shouldn’t be missed by fans of the genre.
In a galaxy ‘not that far far away,’ Jelly forces reside in peace, but their existence is now threatened by evil creatures raiding their territories. Among the slew of games that are crying out for your attention on the Google Play Store, this title manages to set itself apart owing to its adorable designs and its mechanical feel.
Price: 2.99 USD
5 – Plants vs. Zombies
Plants vs. Zombies is one of most popular games of recent times, and this fact cannot be doubted. Industry veteran PopCap Games has crafted this gem of a title with utmost originality, and that itself is the key to its success. Plants vs. Zombies asks you to protect your house from the threat of invading undead creatures. And as its name suggests, you make use of different plants to do so.
Forget just Android, it’s one of the most sought after casual tower defense game across all platforms, considering that it has already landed on almost every major platform out there. A single purchase grants you access to 50 levels of its Adventure mode that comprise 26 types of zombies with such abilities as pole-vaulting and snorkeling.
Price: 2.99 USD
6 – Greed Corp HD
The word ‘free’ always has a delightful ring to it, doesn’t it? Greed Corp, the next addition to our compilation can be yours at no cost at all. This hit PC, Mac, PSN and XBLA title made a leap to Android with almost all the aspects that were adored by gamers in the said versions. It is a turn-based strategy game which asks you to take care of scenarios like harvesting resources, funding war machines and preserving them to stay alive.
Its inventive land collapsing mechanic is something which sets it apart from other such games. While its campaign mode contains 4 chapters taking place across more than 24 maps, its customizable multiplayer mode enables 2, 3, and 4-player battles on 36 maps. Various trophies and titles are also to be earned in order to make your presence felt on the game’s online leaderboards.
Price: Free
7 – Majesty: Fantasy Kingdom Sim
This game places directly you on the throne of a tiny fairytale kingdom, while entrusting you with all the responsibility of its prosperity. You must now battle several dangerous enemies and monsters, and at the same time, also discover new territories, administer economic and scientific developments and solve unexpected problems.
Some role-playing elements are also to be indulged in with Majesty: Fantasy Kingdom Sim. And moreover, around 100 in-game achievements are available to be unlocked.
Price: 1.99 USD
8 – Anomaly Warzone Earth HD
A new breed of tower defense games can be experienced within Anomaly Warzone Earth HD, as quite ironically, it has you on the attacking side. This title compels you to make tactical decisions and select right squads, routes, special weapons to improve your strategies.
Apart from Android devices, it is also available to purchase for other platforms like PC, Mac, PSN and XBLA.
Price: 3.99 USD
Conclusion:
Some of the best Android strategy games even have free lite versions for you to enjoy and decide whether or not to buy them fully. Try them out if you wish to get a taste of what to expect. However, we assure you that all these titles are worth your time and money if you crave some strategy bits on your mobile devices. Tell us how you liked them.