Top Five Action Games Played In India

Action games are one of the most popular genres of games there is and it is also the case in India. In short, an action game encompasses video games with physical challenges, needs good hand-eye coordination and also reaction time. A lot of sub-genres fall under action games and this includes fighting games, shooter games, rhythm and platform games and many more. Here's a quick look at some of India's most popular action games in no particular order.

Top Action Games Played in India

According to Statista, the Action Games market in India is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2022-2027) of 11.03%, resulting in a projected market volume of $170 Million USD by 2027. Here are some of the most popular action games loved in India:

1. Free Fire MAX

After the government banned Player Unknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) Mobile in India, Free Fire MAX became the next go-to game for those who thoroughly enjoyed the battle royale genre. Free Fire Max's fast-paced gameplay, shorter match durations, and great moment-to-moment gameplay contributed to its widespread popularity among Indian gamers. Free Fire also has a passionate fanbase, with millions of players doing their absolute best to reach the top steps and dominate the battlefield.

2. BGMI

BGMI is India's most popular video game that is played by thousands of players. Despite having gone through ups and downs and legal battles, the game continues to be one of the big drivers of the Indian video gaming industry. The game also has a healthy and thriving esports landscape in India.

3. Brawl Stars

Brawl Stars is Supercell's fast-paced 3v3 multiplayer and battle royale made for mobile and this is yet again a fan-favorite in our country. This game allows players to team up with friends or play solo to enjoy the gameplay. It also offers a variety of game modes in under three minutes. The top-down shooter, online multiplayer is a fun game that is enjoyed by many casual and serious players.

4. Temple Run

Temple Run 2 is an endless runner video game developed and published by Imangi Studios and is a sequel to Temple Run. It ranks very high in the list of most downloaded action video games in India on mobile. While in principle it is the same game as the first one, the gameplay in Temple Run 2 is slightly different. It has introduced new obstacles such as zip-lines, mine tracks, sharper turns, waterfalls, and jets of fire.

5. GTA V

Grand Theft Auto V is considered by most players as the pinnacle of the GTA franchise. Released in 2013, the game has remained insanely popular, partly thanks to its GTA Online mode. GTA V’s single-player mode is also a masterpiece and has three protagonists — Franklin, Michael, and Trevor — and each tell their own stories, all of which fall right into place in the main storyline.