The best shooters on Android in 2023

Shooters are some of the most successful games in the world. Whether we’re talking about playing on PC, consoles or mobile devices, there are millions of fans who enjoy a huge variety of games within this popular genre. In fact, 2023 is an especially good year for fans of mobile shooters, because there are some big brands that are finally making the leap into this field.

Below, you’ll find a roundup of the best shooters for Android in 2023. This two-part list includes both games that are already available right now and have proven their quality as representatives of the genre, as well as the major titles that are expected to be released in the coming months.

The best Android shooters available right now

Call of Duty: Mobile

CoD: Mobile needs no introduction. The adaptation of the quintessential console shooter franchise has been living it up on smartphones for a few years now, where it has established itself as one of the genre’s top dogs. Thousands of players, constant updates and spectacular graphics are just a few of the main appeals of what many consider to be the best shooter on phones right now.

PUBG Mobile

If Call of Duty is the king of shooters, then PUBG is the king of battle royales. This shooter already conquered the PC world years ago and continues to wage war with a mobile version that rivals its big sister. It’s the game that really put battle royales on the map: demanding but affordable, complex but easy to understand—an absolute joy for its millions of players.

Critical Ops

Critical Ops may be lesser known than the rest of the games on this list, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t just as good as the rest. With well-thought-out gameplay and controls that copy the pioneer mobile shooters, Critical Ops is one of those online games where the rounds are really defined by the skills of the individual players. Are you up to the challenge?

Apex Legends

Apex Legends is one of those games that join the battle royale trend and that, thanks to its incredible originality, has managed to make a name for itself in the gaming community. Its spectacular graphics, its constant evolution with new characters with their own unique abilities, weapons and more, all make it one of the best shooters you can find on smartphones right now. 

Free Fire

The reigning king of mobile shooters and battle royales, Free Fire is basically king all over the planet. With a dedicated player community spread all around the world, you’re guaranteed to always find active players and rivals at the same level as you. Come in, have fun and be prepared to improve because the difficulty level is through the roof.

Fortnite

Fortnite is another title whose reputation precedes it. Its popularity has transcended the video game world and has become the goose that lays the golden eggs for Epic Games. A mix of shooter, battle royale, construction and the wildest cast of characters make it one of the most popular games to date.

DOOM

If what you want is to get away from online competition and get your hands on a good single-player shooter, like back in the good old days, then look no further—here’s a version of what, for many, is the best shooter in history. Play the original DOOM, the masterpiece from id Software, now conveniently on your phone thanks to this adaptation that includes all the levels and a 100% faithful gameplay.

The best Android shooters coming in 2023

Warzone Mobile

This one is, hands down, the most highly-anticipated mobile game coming out in 2023. Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile is the mobile adaptation of the free-to-play game that will also offer a certain amount of integration with its console and PC counterpart. It’s the quintessential battle royale on consoles and one of the highest-quality games in recent years. It does not yet have a definite release date.

Valorant Mobile

One of the most popular competitive shooters is also making the leap to smartphones this year. And it promises to bring with it everything that characterizes its big brother: a polished competitive side, a good variety of characters with their own skills and an ultra-refined gameplay.

Warframe Mobile

For many, this is the most addictive third-person shooter at the moment. After years of being one of the main games of the genre on PC and consoles, in 2023, its creators are going to make the leap to the mobile market and we, who have played it, will warn you: it’s an addictive title that’s easy to pick up, but very difficult to put down.

Star Wars: Hunters

This is one of the most unusual proposals of the year. Star Wars: Hunters was initially presented as a battle royale, but now it’s looking like it’s going to be more along the lines of a hero shooter, like Overwatch or Valorant. We don’t know much about this new project yet, but with a cast of characters taken straight out of the universe of George Lucas, it’s already positioned itself as one of the most anticipated games of the year.

Translated by Sarah Odebralski