5 Best Card Games For Android in 2024

Card games have been around since time immemorial. However, given the advent of mobile gaming, playing with real cards is no longer common. This is a double-edged sword, obviously, as the users now have the option to play with millions of other card players online. Not only does this open you up to a myriad of new opportunities, but also adds to the social aspect in a big way.

We also have to remember that there are a number of new card games available for mobile devices today. Gone are the days when card games used to consist of just the standard deck of cards. There are multiple RPGs available for mobile today allowing you to get a completely new experience out of them. Naturally, these are highly competitive as well, so you won’t be able to win with just luck most of the times. What makes these games even more exciting is the fact that a bunch of them are free. So be sure to have a closer look at them and head over to the Google Play Store to get them.

5 best card games for Android in 2017

Ascension

One of the most popular card games out there, Ascension offers you the versatility of a card game for completely free. You will get 50 cards to start with but might need to download more cards via in-app purchases. It’s a fantasy game, which means you will find multiple characters that can strengthen your in-game repertoire. The idea basically is to collect as many characters as you can and challenge other players for a duel. There will be winners and losers here, so you might get hooked on to the game pretty fast.

If you have played card games before, it’s very likely that you have tried this one out. But if you haven’t we can’t recommend this highly enough. The cards are hand drawn to bring extra detail to your gaming. Ascension has received multiple awards for the graphics as well as the gameplay. Users have given the game a combined rating of 4.1 stars, making it a very exciting game to play. Bear in mind that the game has been around since 2011, so it’s not a new kid on the block. Be sure to have a closer look at Ascension from the Play Store.

Clash Royale

This game might sound and look very familiar to Clash of Clans players as it features the same characters. Coming from the same team that brought you the aforementioned game, Clash Royale is basically a card game based around Clash of Clans. Much like other RPGs, this one too is available as a free download. But if you insist on having an advantage over your fellow players, the developers also give you the option of in-app purchases, making it a pretty exciting game for all. There’s a large online community for this game as well, which means there’s no dearth of players out there.

Gameplay is pretty intense here, and you can duel with players from all around the world and even nab their trophies by defeating them in battle. Further, you can build your own little clan to defeat forces collectively, letting you find some good friends along the way. Overall, it’s a pretty addictive game, much like Clash of Clans, and we strongly advise you to proceed with caution. This game is worth a try if you’ve been looking for a decent card game to add to your collection. Check it out from the Play Store right away.

Hearthstone Heroes of Warcraft

Yet another fantasy card game, Hearthstone has a large following among the users and comes with the ability to collect 100+ cards to build a pretty diverse set of cards. These cards can then be used to duel against your rivals and defeat them in other battles. It’s all about getting the right combination of cards with games like these. Given the sheer number of cards available to pick from, we won’t be surprised if you’re spoilt for choice. The game works best on multiplayer and is not designed for single player gameplay, which is not necessarily a bad thing given the nature of card games.

The community is pretty big for Hearthstone, so you won’t find yourself searching for fellow players. The developers send in updates every now and then to add new content and patch some bugs. You can play the game on your desktop as well, and the data is synced with your battle.net account. This is very convenient as it allows you to switch between mobile and desktop as you find fit. Not many games out there can do this, which makes this a favorite for several players out there. You can sharpen your battle skills by playing against AI-powered opponents in practice matches. Head over to the Google Play Store and be sure to have a closer look at this one.

Pokémon TCG Online

This is meant for all those die-hard Pokémon fans out there. This is surely not your conventional game, so don’t expect high-end graphics here. You are dealing with multiple Pokémon characters here in the form of cards. You can then use these cards to battle with fellow players around the world. Naturally, the game requires you to have a steady internet connection and doesn’t work without one. This pretty much means that the game is multiplayer only. Surprisingly enough, Pokémon TCG has been around for quite some time now on the Play Store. But since it’s a card game, it didn’t get the attention that Pokémon GO got.

You are allowed the convenience of being able to switch between your mobile and desktop. All your progress is saved in the Pokémon Trainer Club account, so you don’t have to worry about losing your game progress and rewards. The game is mightily addictive due to the fact that you’re always gaining more cards and increasing your number of cards along the way. While the game is free to download, you can get your hands on some decent add-ons with in-app purchases.

Reigns

This is not your conventional card game and it comes with a pretty unique gameplay to keep you hooked for long intervals. And for this very reason, it’s the only paid app on this list. The game basically revolves around a king who has to take a series of decisions by swiping left on cards. This is what makes it slightly different from the rest. Given the simple gameplay of Reigns, it doesn’t have a lot of back story involved and doesn’t have the intricacies of a one-on-one battle. The idea here is to keep the church, the people, the army, and the treasury

You basically have to swipe towards the left or right to make a decision and deal with the consequences that come after that. It’s a neat little game that will surely help you kill some time. Since there’s no big strategy required to play this game, practically everybody can play this particular game. Reigns has been rated as the most innovative game on the Play Store in 2016, so it’s pretty popular out there. The game will set you back by $2.99, which might seem like quite a bit to spend for a game like this, but is well worth it considering what it brings to the table. Be sure to head down to the Play Store and check this out.