The winners of Google Play Awards 2023 are finally announced! Keep reading to find out the full list of the award-winning apps and games this year and check if your favorite apps and games show up on the list.Google Play StoreGoogle LLC

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As the year 2023 draws to a close, tech enthusiasts and casual users alike await the annual tradition of year-end accolades. Google Play has stepped up to the podium with its Best of 2023 Awards, honoring the standout apps, games, and books that have made a significant impact on the Play Store over the year.

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Award-winning Apps and Games in the US

Here's a list of the award-winning apps and games this year in the US region: (There can be differences between regions when it comes to the list of winners.)

Best Overall App: Imprint: Learn Visually

Imprint: Learn Visually taps into visual learning by using infographics, diagrams, and videos across various topics. It provides bite-sized lessons to help users grasp complex information quickly and effectively. Ideal for visual learners looking to expand their knowledge in an engaging way.

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Read faster. Remember more.

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Download (36.8 MB)Best Overall Game: Honkai: Star Rail

Travel through the stars in Honkai: Star Rail, a strategic, turn-based RPG filled with adventure, distinctive characters, and a rich storyline.

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Star Rail is an epic sci-fi RPG from miHoYo featuring a vast and dangerous universe.

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Download (474.5 MB)Best Multi-device App: Spotify

Spotify is a pioneering music streaming service offering a vast library of songs, playlists, and podcasts. Users can discover new music, listen to tailored recommendations, and create personal playlists. Its freemium model includes a paid subscription for ad-free and offline listening.

Best Multi-device Game: OUTERPLANE - Strategy AnimeUsers' Choice App: ChatGPT

ChatGPT is an innovative AI language model assisting with versatile text-based tasks, from providing information to casual conversation, emulating human-like interactions.

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Official ChatGPT by OpenAI - Your intelligent writing assistant, idea generator & search engine.

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Download (20.3 MB)Users' Choice Game: MONOPOLY GO!

MONOPOLY GO! transforms the classic board game into a fast-paced mobile experience. Players can buy properties, collect rent, and navigate familiar sites in a colorful, animated world. Challenge friends or AI in concise, strategic gameplay sessions on the go.

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Roll dice to be rich! Build, attack, collect, steal and win.

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For the first time in two years, the public had a say in their favorite book on the Play Store, an engagement that reflects Google's effort to democratize its award process. As the same goes, they had opened the floor for voting at the start of the month, allowing for a broad spectrum of user input.

Additionally, there's something new this year. Staying relevant and recognizing the diversity in app and game development, Google Play introduced new award categories this year. These include Best with AI, Best Game for Good, Best on Google Play Games on PC, and Best Multi-device App and Game, signaling a commitment to evolve along with technological advancements and community preferences.

Below is a complete list of all the best apps and games of 2023, take a small glimpse and see if there are your favorites.

Best Apps of 2023

Taking home the Best App Award is Imprint: Learn Visually, an innovative application that harnesses the power of visual storytelling to break down complex concepts in finance, business, science, and technology. Despite its limited availability, being downloadable only in the US, Imprint has managed to leave a mark on the Google Play landscape with its unique educational approach.

Best for Fun: Bumble For Friends: Meet IRL

Honorable mention: Reelsy Reel Maker Video Editor

Best for Personal Growth: Voidpet Garden: Mental Health

Honorable mention: Imprint: Learn Visually

Best Everyday Essential: Artifact: Feed Your Curiosity

Honorable mention: ReciMe: Easy & Tasty Recipes

Best Hidden Gem: Aware: Mindfulness & Wellbeing

Honorable mention: Stippl: Explore, Plan & Share

Best with AI: Character AI: AI-Powered Chat

Honorable mention: ChatGPT

Best for Families: Paw Patrol Academy

Honorable mention: LEGO DUPLO DISNEY

Best App for Good: AWorld in support of ActNowBest for Watches: WhatsApp Messenger

Honorable mentions: AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run, Audible: Audio Entertainment

Best for Tablets: Concepts: Sketch, Note, Draw

Honorable mentions: Canva: Design, Photo & Video, Everand: Ebooks and audiobooks

Best for Chromebooks: FlipaClip: Create 2D Animation

Honorable mentions: Evernote – Note Organizer, Wideo

Best for Google TV: Max: Stream HBO, TV, & Movies

Honorable mentions: Amazon Prime Video, Crunchyroll, Disney+, Tubi: Movies & Live TV

Best for Cars: Amazon Prime Video

Honorable mentions: Beach Buggy Racing, Spotify

Best Games of 2023

The gaming sphere saw Honkai: Star Rail ascend to the top, securing the Best Game award. This sci-fi space fantasy RPG has taken players on interstellar adventures, showcasing the depth and potential of mobile gaming experiences.

Best Multiplayer: Farlight 84

Honorable mentions: Arena Breakout, Call of Dragons, MARVEL SNAP, Undawn

Best Pick Up & Play: MONOPOLY GO!

Honorable mentions: Chrome Valley Customs, Mighty DOOM, Monster Hunter Now, Ninja Must Die

Best Indies: Vampire Survivors

Honorable mentions: Roto Force, Song of Bloom, Super Meat Boy Forever, Underground Blossom

Best Story: Honkai: Star Rail

Honorable mentions: Down in Bermuda, FINAL FANTASY VII EVER CRISIS, Lost Words: Beyond the Page, MementoMori: AFKRPG

Best Ongoing: Stumble Guys

Honorable mentions: Clash of Clans, EA SPORTS FCTM Mobile Soccer, Merge Gardens, Royal Match

Best Games for Good: Pokémon Sleep

Honorable mentions: Beecarbonize, Garden Joy - Design Game, Lingo Legend Language Learning, Longleaf Valley: Merge & Plant

Best on Play Pass: Magic Rampage

Honorable mentions: ARIDA: Backland's Awakening, Linea: An Innerlight Game, Machinarium, Silly Royale – Devil Amongst Us

Best for Tablets: Honkai: Star Rail

Honorable mentions: MARVEL SNAP, MONOPOLY GO!, Roto Force, SOULS

Best for Chromebooks: MinecraftBest on Google Play Games on PC: Arknights

Google Play’s Best Apps and Games of 2023 blog page provides a comprehensive list of winners across all categories and countries, inviting users to explore and perhaps discover their next favorite app or game. For those who seek out the crème de la crème, our curated lists of the best Android apps and games remain a go-to resource for ensuring that no hidden gem goes unnoticed.

As the Play Store continues to grow and adapt, the Google Play Awards showcase the innovation and creativity that developers bring to the platform. They not only celebrate the achievements of the past year but also set the stage for the future of app and game development as we move into 2024 and beyond.

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