Smartphone and PC games: last year’s favorites
Which games were the most popular on PC and smartphone?
Digital video games are now within everyone’s reach, thanks to the widespread use of mobile devices and online platforms offering an incredible variety of gaming experiences.
From brain teasers to trivia, including board games and puzzles, today we can choose from thousands of titles available on stores and gaming portals.
Both on PC and on smartphone, you can access plenty of free games across every genre, with engaging mechanics and fun challenges.
Even though they’re different from console titles, these games can deliver an experience that’s just as exciting.
In this article, we’ll discover which games were most loved by users over the past year (2024), both on PC and on mobile. The ranking is based on data collected directly from the platforms where Code This Lab publishes its titles.
Favorite games on PC 💻
Code This Lab has been active in the gaming world since 2009, developing and publishing video games on digital stores and online gaming portals.
Thanks to our experience, we can analyze player preferences across some of the industry’s leading platforms. Including Yandex, GameDistribution, and Microsoft Start.
The data collected in our annual reports confirms the success of certain titles that, year after year, continue to win over audiences. Among the most played, we find:
Master Chess – Our chess game stands out for its intuitive design and strategic depth. With over 539,000 minutes played per quarter on Yandex alone, it’s one of the most appreciated board games among users.
Gummy Blocks – A puzzle game that embodies the evolution of Tetris: a gripping title that appeals to both adults and kids thanks to its simplicity and engaging gameplay loop.
Ultimate Sudoku – Perfect for those who love logic and numbers: a timeless classic that continues to entertain millions of players.
Mahjong – Another great classic that never goes out of style, with relaxing yet strategic mechanics that attract players of all ages.
Games like Master Chess and Gummy Blocks offer, beyond the standard version, additional modes designed to enrich the experience. Plus, both include Multiplayer mode, allowing you to challenge other players in real time.
Master Chess also lets you face an advanced AI, ideal for anyone who wants to refine strategies and improve at chess.
Gummy Blocks Battle introduces an innovative competitive dynamic. You can challenge players from all over the world in quick matches or take part in real tournaments.
Favorite smartphone games 📱
Which smartphone games categories are the most loved?
Our data comes from the stores where we’ve been publishing our games for over ten years. These include the App Store (iOS), Google Play (Android), and the Microsoft Store.
From the reports, it emerges that among users’ favorite games are soccer games, board games, and card games. In short, the presence and effectiveness of casual games continues to grow, games that easily suit an intergenerational audience.
However, with over 340,000 play sessions on iOS (Apple) devices alone, Master Chess ranks at the top of the chart for smartphones as well.
Along with Master Chess, here are the most loved games and where to download them:
Penalty kicks - Our penalty shootout challenge game, also available in a multiplayer version: fast and engaging.
Frogtastic - A thrilling arcade puzzle game inspired by classic “marble shooter” titles, where players must combine skill, speed, and strategy to eliminate all the spheres before they reach the end of the path
Four Colors - An engaging multiplayer card game where players battle with strategy and luck to be the first to get rid of all their cards. With colorful graphics, smooth animations, and intuitive gameplay dynamics, Four Colors offers an exciting experience suitable for everyone
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As highlighted, the analyzed data reflects the specific preferences of our audience. These are players from all over the world who choose to play our titles online or download them from the respective stores.
However, with over 300 published games, we believe our reports provide a representative snapshot of trends in the casual gaming world.
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