Android has been successfully capturing the market of smartphones with the help of its applications. It has developed a pool of gaming applications with the passage of time. This pool allows users to easily select the type of game that suits their interest and style.

According to Game insight, ‘Paradise Island’ alone earned revenue of $640,000 this May which is magnificent.

Where Can Android Games Be Found?

A deep catalogue of Android games is available on the Android market. You can simply access the market from your region and download the games for free or at very low prices. However, prices are different in different regions.

How to Select Android Games?

For users’ convenience, many of these games are free. So, a good deal is to try these games before you make a final transaction. This will give you an idea of which games are worth your time and money.

On Which Devices Do Android Games Work?

Many of these games are played and tested on sets of Motorola Droid with 2.2 version of the Android software. So, Android games work on a lot of devices but not all Android phones support these games.

In Which Language Are Android Games Written?

Android games are written in java language. This language is the new norm for developing mobile applications and is widely accepted. Moreover, it is much easier than C++ language. It allows everyone who has an interest in developing gaming applications to develop games.

Applications You Should Know Before Developing Android Games:

Several applications are required to create an effective game on Android. Here is a list of some of those applications:

1.    SDK Kit:

SDK is the Software Development Kit. This kit has the libraries, tools and sample codes you need to develop your game for Android. It helps in deploying your application.

2.    Application Architecture:

The next important thing one should know before starting the process of game development is Android application architecture. It gives information about Applications, Activities and Intents required in developing a game.

Application architecture demonstrates the relationship between these three elements as they ease in fixing the problems in games.

3.    Activity Cycle:

This cycle is managed by Android operating software (OS). It creates, resumes, pauses and destroys the activities as directed by OS. This application is essentially required to achieve the desired game.

Selecting the Loop for Android Games

·       When Is Loop Required?

Loops are required for automated games. These are the games that have animations and timers. These games remain even if the user does not respond.

·       When Is Loop Not Required?

Loops are not essential for time-dependent games. These are the games which require the input of user in order to keep activated.

Best Android Games for 2011:

Though android offers a pool of games, the most interesting games for 2011 are listed below:

1. Angry Birds
2. Robot Unicorn Attack
3. Stupid Zombies
4. Slice It
5. Bubble blast 2.

Today, Android has fewer games than its neck-to-neck competitor iPhone. However, the pace at which games are developed on Android indicates that soon it will take the limelight from its competitor.