Google has done a lot of great things over the years, pushed forward plenty of cool products, apps and gear, including a laptop, but which are the 8 best Chromebook Google apps for gaming?
Everyone knows that Chromebooks are excellent laptops as long as you don’t actually hope you’re going to do any sort of hardcore gaming on it. The device comes with an Intel Celeron processor (the type differs depending on which one you’ll pick), 2 or 4 GB RAM, and a 16 GB drive. And there lies the issue, since most games require a tad more space to run and install, and we’re talking about proper games, not small ones you’ll download off the Internet. Plus, the device runs Chrome OS, which pretty much annuls any hopes to play around too much since the software isn’t among those supported by game developers.
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So, to cut things short, you’ll just have to rely on your Chrome browser to play anything. The good news, and yes, there’s finally some good news, is that there are plenty of those to pick from on the Chrome Web Store.
For our list today we took a look at the top-rated games on Chromebook, taken into consideration how many stars they were awarded by players and just how many people bothered to leave a review. Speaking of Chromebook, don’t miss our picks for 6 best Google apps for Chromebook, as well. Without any more chit chat, let’s find out which are the 8 best Chromebook Google apps for gaming.
8. Hex FRVR
Stars – 5
Reviews – 157
With over 1 million downloads, Hex FRVR is one of the favorite games for those who like playing a bit on their Chrome browsers or who own Chromebooks. That’s because it’s a pretty fun game to play, it’s easy to understand and fun. If you feel like playing a cute puzzle on a hexagon board, then this one is for you.
7. Goodgame Empire
Stars – 4
Reviews – 601
A classic role-playing and strategy game, Goodgame Empire that ranks 7th in our list of best Chromebook Google apps for gaming urges you to start building your own empire, to expand it to new horizons and to defend it against those nasty players that want to steal your land and kill your people. It’s a rather cute game, similar to many you’ve played in this category. A few years back it even won the public choice award at the European Games Award for the best browser game, so you should at least give it a go.
6. Command & Conquer Tiberium Alliances
Stars – 4
Reviews – 4,189
This one on our list of best Chromebook Google apps for gaming isn’t a game that’s made by a small studio, or an indie company. No, this one is made by Electronic Arts. Like many of the others, you’ll basically just add an icon on the screen taking you to the web page where you can play the game, but that’s of little consequence. The game puts your commanding skills to the test, letting you fight for resources and world dominations, urging you to make decisions that will make you or break you. You have to build up a base, make sure your resources are provided at a pace you need and so much more. There are both PvP and PvE battles available, which makes it that much more interesting.
5. Sparkchess 9
Stars – 4
Reviews – 6,069
If you’re a lover of the “game of the mind,” then Sparkchess 9 is your thing. As you start things off, you get to choose your opponent, depending on what type of game you’re looking for. One choice will give you a beginner-level opponent, while another will give you a quick-paced game that you’ll finish before you get to the bottom of your coffee cup. The game also offers chess lessons, but you’ll have to pay for the full version if you want those.
4. Link All
Stars – 5
Reviews – 3,144
Up next in our list of best Chromebook Google apps for gaming is this game, that is a cute puzzle that will get your brain in a twist if you’re not paying attention. It’s easy to learn, but it’s not easy to solve; at least not always. The goal is to create a path while linking all the nodes and also avoiding those pesky red bars that keep you from taking the fast route.
3. Pocket Legends
Stars – 5
Reviews – 4,284
Dubbed as one of the biggest threats to productivity, Pocket Legends that ranks 3rd in our list of best Chromebook Google apps for gaming offers users a compact MMORPG. Millions of people already play this game so why not join in, right? Fight in dungeons, go atop a mountain or freeze your soles off in a river while saving the world. This is a really cool game that allows you plenty of customization and gives you a wealth of choices when it comes to the storyline. In fact, when you’re not on your Chromebook playing this, you can switch to the Android app and continue there since your progress is all backed up.
2. Dark Legends
Stars – 5
Reviews – 8,568
This is a role-playing and strategy game that transports you into a world of vampires. In short, Dark Legends is a vampire horror adventure in 3D. You have to fight against other players and team up against common enemies, including hunters, werewolves, demons and so on. You can continue playing while on the road on your Android device, so that’s a big plus.
1. Arcane Legends
Stars – 5
Reviews – 16,208
At the top of our list is a game that’s amassed over 16,000 reviews and millions of players. This is a free MMORPG that’s also available on mobile devices so you can enjoy it there too, if you’re traveling, for instance, or commuting to work. It’s an epic adventure that you start as soon as you press “play”. You’ll get to visit some great locations, fight fantasy beasts and attempt to take over a kingdom. Players can pick the type of character they want to play and make choices upon choices from there on, building the future with each step.
All in all, these are the 8 best Chromebook Google apps for gaming.
