The best battle royale games seamlessly blend last-man-standing gameplay with elements of the survival genre to forge high-stakes matches, where each round is more exhilarating than the last. And in this guide, we’ve picked out some of the top titles on mobile, so you can put your skills to the test any time, any place.
And we don’t stop there, either. Whether you’re preparing to take part in some Fortnite Tournaments or brushing up your knowledge of all the best Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile guns, we’ve got you covered with heaps of handy info.
Here are the best battle royale games:
Call of Duty: Mobile
Handheld platforms: Android and iOS
If you’re after that classic, decade-long perfection that a Call of Duty shootout offers, then Call of Duty: Mobile is for you. It has multiple classic CoD modes, with multiplayer, zombies, and, of course, battle royale.
We’ve got guides galore, too, with Call of Duty: Mobile tips and all the CoD mobile redeem codes. I know, we’re almost too generous
Apex Legends
Handheld platforms: Android, iOS, and Nintendo Switch
Apex Legends is a massive battle royale hero shooter set in the same universe as Titanfall. Play as one of the many legendary characters and use their unique abilities as you team up with other players and battle for fame and fortune on the fringes of the frontier.
With deep, tactical squad play, bold innovations to the standard battle royale experience, and the ever-growing roster of Apex Legends characters, it’s no wonder that it’s been such a hit since its 2019 release, and we can’t get enough. If you fancy joining us on the fringes of the frontier, you can check out our Apex Legends tier list to work out who to main.
Garena Free Fire
Handheld platforms: Android and iOS
While you may not have heard of it, Garena Free Fire is absolutely massive. 111dots Studio released the game in 2017, it became the most downloaded mobile game in 2019, and set a record for the most users in 2021, with over 150 million daily active users.
I know, right? I hadn’t heard of it either, but it’s got all the battle royale magic you’re after. For a boosted version, we recommend downloading Garena Free Fire Max, which has enhanced graphics. For in-game help, check out our guide on how to get Garena Free Fire diamonds or our Garena Free Fire codes list for some freebies.
PUBG Mobile
Handheld platforms: Android and iOS
Player Unknown’s BattleGrounds is the de facto granddaddy of battle royale games. Even though it started out as an Arma 2 mod originally, it has since grown into a global juggernaut. So, naturally, it spread from PC, then to consoles, and is now even on mobile.
Both versions, PUBG: Mobile and PUBG: New State (the mobile sequel), feature all the delicious action you know and love from the PC version. And just like with everything, we’re here to help with guides. Whether it’s PUBG Mobile redeem codes or PUBG: New State redeem codes, we’ve got freebies coming out of the wazoo.
Brawl Stars
Handheld platforms: Android and iOS
While Brawl Stars is more of a MOBA than anything else, it does have various elements of the battle royale genre. Developed by Supercell, the mobile powerhouse that brought us Clash of Clans, Clash Royale, and Clash Mini (yep, they’re the Clash people), the game is a rare step away from the Clash universe. It features in our guide to the best mobile multiplayer games because we like it that much. Check out our Brawl Stars guide or Brawl Stars event guide to get up to speed.
Fortnite
Handheld platforms: Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, and Windows handhelds
What would a list of the best battle royale games be without perhaps the biggest one of all? While it’s far from the first, Fortnite is easily one of the most iconic games in this genre, combining creation and destruction in equal measure.
With heaps of Fortnite guns to try out, a bunch of different Fornite skins and Fortnite dances to collect, and a ridiculous amount of collabs for you to enjoy, there’s something for everything in this one. And best of all? You can dive in right now for free. What’s not to love?
Now, Fortnite is available on a variety of platforms, allowing you to play it at home or on the go. And yes, you can play Fortnite on Steam Deck, too!
Pixel Gun 3D
Handheld platforms: Android, iOS, Steam Deck, and Windows handhelds
A magical combination of the most popular games in the world, Pixel Gun 3D has elements of Roblox, Fortnite, and Minecraft. With classic blocky graphics, it’s actually a first-person shooter, which is unusual in the genre. That doesn’t stop it from being a big hit, though, with more than 100 million downloads since its release in 2013. If you decide to give it a go, check out our Pixel Gun 3D codes to get a head start.
And those are our top picks for the best battle royale games on mobile. If you’re looking for even more awesome experiences to explore on the best handheld consoles, be sure to check out our lists of the best mobile games, the best Switch games, and the best Steam Deck games for our top picks from a wide range of genres.