Top most-downloaded mobile games in India 2026
Last Updated: 2026-04-27 09:13:03
Free-to-play mobile games that pack in an entertaining experience in short sessions remain highly popular in India. Here are the top 5 most downloaded mobile games in India in Q1 2026, according to Sensor Tower.
Ludo King
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Ludo King is a highly popular free-to-play mobile game in India and amongst the most downloaded ones. Over the past several years, it has been a consistent top ranker in the Indian market when it comes to the number of downloads.
This year too, its popularity endures. Ludo King was the most downloaded mobile game in India in Q1 2026. Developed by Gametion Technologies, the game gives you four different ways to play Ludo online. You can play versus the computer, challenge others in both local and online multiplayer, and also hold private online matches with friends.
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Free Fire
Another highly played mobile game in India, Free Fire took the second spot in the top 5 most downloaded games in India. Featuring a fast-paced battle royale experience, the free-to-play mobile shooter pits 50 players against each other in 10-minute matches. It can be optimised for low-end smartphones. In Q1 2026, Free Fire introduced the OB53 "Undersea Mystery" update and also the "Jujutsu Awakening” collaboration with Jujutsu Kaisen.
Cricket League
Cricket League was the third most downloaded mobile game in India in Q1 2026. Developed by MiniClip, it features very short Cricket simulation matches, with each side getting just two overs, making for fast-paced 1v1 gaming sessions against other players. There are over eight stadiums to play in, and more can be unlocked.
Pizza Ready!
Pizza Ready was the fourth most-downloaded mobile game in India in Q1 2026. It is a pizza restaurant simulation game by Supercent. In this title, you get to manage the various aspects of a restaurant business. Hire the restaurant staff, upgrade the ovens, and manage the counter and drive-thru orders. You can also build a chain of pizza restaurants.
Carrom Pool
Carrom Pool was the fifth most downloaded mobile game in India in Q1 2026. This mobile version of Carrom builds upon the classic board game experiences by giving players upgraded versions of strikers. A few examples of these special strikers are Deep Freeze, Lucky Charm, Rosette, Omega, etc.
The shot accuracy and the amount of power vary across the different strikers. You can also unlock new tables in the game. In Q1 2026, developer MiniClip added events and new content to the game, like “Into the Wild” and Turf Battles. As per Sensor Tower, themed rewards and Token Shops helped Carrom Pool gain new players and sustain engagement.