Android TVs are no longer just for series and movies: they're also perfect for playing games on a big screen without any hassle. With a Bluetooth controller, a keyboard, or even the remote control itself, you can enjoy dozens of free, freemium, and paid titles that look and play wonderfully from the comfort of your couch.
In this guide, you'll find a huge and carefully curated selection of compatible games, organized by genre and with key details for each: game modes, controls, price, in-app purchases, multiplayer, and Android TV compatibility . You'll also find practical recommendations and some important notices (for example, Asphalt 9 is not yet compatible with Android TV). Get ready, because there's everything from platformers and puzzles to arcade racing, zombies, and top-notch graphic adventures.
How to get the most out of games on Android TV
Before we get to the list, here are a couple of quick tips to make the experience complete: connect a Bluetooth controller whenever possible . While many titles accept the TV remote, in racing games, shooters, or complex platformers, physical controls make all the difference.
If you're going to play with others, check the available modes. Some games allow local split-screen multiplayer, cooperative play, or up to eight players on the same TV , while others offer online multiplayer. Also, check if they support multiple controllers or even a keyboard.
Regarding payments, the store offers three models: free-to-play with ads and in-app purchases, freemium with optional unlocks , and frictionless paid titles. To save you time, here are the most important terms and conditions (including indicative prices).
And a tip that will save you time searching: although Asphalt 9 exists for Android mobile, it's not currently compatible with Android TV . The one that does work and runs smoothly on TV is Asphalt 8: Airborne.
Racing and driving games
Speed is a major advantage on big screens. Here you'll find arcade games and simulators for all tastes, with options to play using the TV remote or, even better, a gamepad.
Asphalt 8: Airborne . Gameloft's arcade classic remains a sure bet on Android TV: spectacular tracks, impossible jumps, and a sense of speed that looks fantastic on the big screen. You can play with the TV remote, but a Bluetooth controller enhances the experience . It includes local and online multiplayer; when you connect a controller, the game automatically detects the device and explains the controls. Free with in-app purchases.
Beach Buggy Racing . Mario Kart-style fun, without realistic physics but with power-ups to mess with your opponent. Over 15 tracks, items galore, and split-screen support for up to four players on the same TV . Perfect for friendly competition at home. Free with in-app purchases.
Horizon Chase . A 16-bit retro reimagining with polygonal graphics and music by Barry Leitch (Top Gear). It has a free demo and the full game can be unlocked for a very reasonable one-time payment (approx. €2,99). 16 cars, 73 tracks, and 32 cities; smooth and addictive controls.
Riptide GP2 . Jet skis with a brilliant technical finish and very precise handling. It offers a competitive split-screen mode for four players , something unusual on mobile/TV. A must-have for playing with friends in the living room.
Real Racing 3. The graphical powerhouse of the selection: a simulator with over 300 cars from top brands (Porsche, Ford, Bugatti, Aston Martin, Audi…), and races for up to eight players on real circuits like Le Mans, Monza, Silverstone, and COTA. Free-to-play with impressive technical capabilities.
Smashy Road: Wanted 2. Crazy chases with a minimalist aesthetic: outrun the police, unlock over 30 vehicles , and survive tanks, helicopters, and on-screen mayhem. Fast-paced fun with simple controls, perfect for short bursts of gameplay.
Platforms, runners and side-scrolling action
If you want something straightforward, beautiful, and captivating, you'll find pure gold here. Many people can easily play it using the TV remote.
Badland . One of the most acclaimed mobile games of all time: minimalist aesthetics, shadows and color, and mechanics that blend Flappy Bird-style touches with Lemmings-esque ideas. Playable with a controller or remote. Over 100 single-player levels , plus local multiplayer with 30+ levels and a cooperative mode. Free with in-app purchases.
Leo's Fortune . Author's platformers: beautifully designed levels, easy-to-understand but challenging controls to master. 24 levels (with extras) and controller and remote control compatibility . Paid (approx. €4,99), it's worth every penny.
Oddmar . A Viking who must prove his worth across 24 levels spread over four worlds , each with its own final boss. Hand-drawn illustrations, animated cutscenes between levels, and intuitive controls. It skillfully combines physics puzzles with platforming challenges.
Suzy Cube . Clearly reminiscent of classic 3D platformers: fixed camera, precise jumps, and plenty of collectibles. Supports touch controls on mobile and physical controllers for Android TV . Easy to understand, but deep if you want to complete it 100%.
Fast Like a Fox . A side-scrolling runner with a classic feel: hold down to gain speed, jump over obstacles, and collect coins and gems . At the end of each level, you'll need to keep your cool to recover the diamond, or you'll restart. Free with in-app purchases.
Chameleon Run . Speed platformers with a twist: you have to change your character's color to match the ground as you run and jump. Simple controls and short levels that make you want to play just one more. Very fluid on TV.
Red Ball 4. Pure 2D platforming: over 75 levels and epic bosses , with varied obstacles and a lively soundtrack. Ideal for kids and adults; clean and straightforward fun.
Crossy Road . The classic street-crossing game where you dodge cars in an endless loop. Perfect controls with the TV remote, hundreds of characters to unlock , and quick matches you'll always want to play again. Free.
Into the Dead . A first-person runner in a world overrun by zombies. Your character moves automatically: swipe left/right to dodge and use random weapons to fight your way through. Easy to pick up, hard to put down.
Action, shooting and zombies
Here are some adrenaline-pumping games. Ideally, you should play with a Bluetooth controller for greater precision and comfort. Many are free-to-play with progression and weapons to unlock.
Dead Trigger 2. A first-person shooter with impressive graphics and expansive maps. You start with two basic weapons and upgrade your arsenal and equipment by completing missions. Regular updates bring more content , blood, and gore galore.
Unkilled . From the same studio, it boasts impressive graphics (shadows, reflections, particles) and intuitive controls with auto-fire . Hundreds of missions, boss battles, and over 50 weapons to collect. Free-to-play with energy and optional in-app purchases; no obligation to pay.
Zombie Age 2. A side-scrolling shooter with lighthearted aesthetics and humor. You start with a bat and a pistol and unlock over 30 weapons and 17 characters . 7 zones with 7 game modes; progressive difficulty that eventually gets very serious.
Age of Zombies . Arcade action with super fun split-screen co-op. Over 20 stages across 8 worlds and a varied arsenal (shotguns, rifles, turrets). Perfect for an adrenaline rush with friends.
Bomber Friends . A modern twist on the classic bomb shooter: online matches, power-ups for more powerful bombs , and character customization. A casual multiplayer game that's perfect for TV.
Local multiplayer and party games
If you're going to play with family or friends, take note of these. Many allow multiple controllers to be connected, or even a keyboard. They're ideal for get-togethers and fun afternoons.
Bomb Squad . Games for up to eight players with minigames like capture the flag, bomb hockey, and slow-motion deathmatch . Supports multiple controllers and keyboard; the goal is to knock the other players off their teammates, either with punches or by blasting them with bombs. Free with in-app purchases.
Badland (multiplayer) . In addition to its great campaign, it includes over 30 levels for local multiplayer , both cooperative and competitive, all on the same TV. Chaos and laughter guaranteed.
Beach Buggy Racing (split screen) . We've already mentioned it in the racing section, but we'll say it again: up to four players simultaneously on the same TV with all sorts of power-ups. It's a must-have at any party.
Ludo King . The classic Parcheesi game (and Snakes & Ladders ) on TV, for family fun . Several themed boards (Egyptian, pirate, space, Christmas…) and support for up to six players.
Graphic adventure, puzzles and brain
For those who enjoy thinking and solving mysteries, these are essential. They work great with a controller or remote control because they give you time to decide.
Machinarium . An indie gem from Amanita Design: a small robot named Josef searches for his girlfriend while uncovering a plot by the Black Cap brotherhood. No dialogue, just visual tutorials and a soundtrack by Floex . A paid game (approx. €5,99) and absolutely charming.
Thimbleweed Park . An old-school point-and-click adventure created by veterans of the genre. You'll control up to five characters (two detectives, Delores, Ransome, and Franklin) to solve a case filled with humor and retro references. Ideal for playing on your TV at a leisurely pace.
Bridge Constructor Portal . Build bridges with the magic of Portal: 60 levels, turrets, lasers, acid, and portals . Guided by the original voice of GLaDOS (Ellen McLain), and you'll have propulsion gels and other toys to help you complete each challenge.
Teslagrad . 2D puzzles and platforming with hand-drawn art. Use magnetism and electromagnetic powers to progress through Tesla Tower; text-free narrative, everything is explained on screen. Compatible with physical controllers on Android TV.
Does Not Commute . A highly original driving puzzle game: you drive routes for different characters, and each journey you take is replayed afterward , forcing you to plan to avoid crashing into yourself. It demands time and strategy; unlike anything else.
Wordcast . For fans of word searches and Scrabble: compete against friends by forming high-scoring words . Supports over 20 languages and can be controlled from your mobile device; exclusive to Android.
RPG, adventure and open world
If you enjoy progression, upgrading equipment, and exploration, there are endless hours of content here. Several are premium subscriptions and offer a seamless, full experience.
GTA: Liberty City Stories . Rockstar's saga arrives on TV with simplified controls and its essence intact . You are Toni Cipriani, back to return control to the Leone family in an open world full of missions, politics, and the mafia. Paid (approx. €7,99).
Crashlands . You're a space trucker stranded on a strange planet. Build shelter, craft over 500 items , tame creatures, and explore. Unlimited inventory (goodbye micromanagement) and very rewarding progression.
The Bard's Tale . A 3D RPG with tons of swagger: 50 enemy types, a dozen bosses , and 16 magical summons, plus 150 items including weapons, armor, and potions. A console port that feels great on TV.
Final Fantasy III, IV, V, VI, and IX . Classic JRPGs of impeccable quality. They usually cost over ten euros, but what you get is a legendary saga experience on the big screen . Perfect for long, nostalgic gaming sessions.
This War of Mine . It changes the usual role-playing game genre: here you are a group of civilians trying to survive in a besieged city , with day/night cycles (daytime, shelter; nighttime, go out for supplies). Shelter management, tough decisions, and a gritty tone inspired by Sarajevo. Paid game (approx. €11,99).
Classics, retro and arcade
For quick games and tons of nostalgia. Many work with the TV remote, so they're perfect for playing without accessories.
Alien Invaders . The arcade game with the little green men on your TV. Control it from your phone and stream it to your TV with Chromecast. Free and straightforward ; if you played it as a kid, you don't need the manual.
Zen Pinball . Tables with official licenses from Marvel, Star Wars, Alien, and The Walking Dead . Includes one free table; additional tables are sold separately. Highly realistic physics and addictive gameplay.
Worms Zone.io – Hungry Snake . The classic Snake game on steroids: grow your worm, use power-ups , and enjoy fun designs. Very simple controls and perfect pacing for TV.
Annelids: Worm War . Inspired by classic war worm games: multiple modes (DM, CTF, King of the Hill, Team) , online and via Bluetooth for up to six players. A huge arsenal and varied maps.
PBA Bowling Challenge . 3D bowling with two modes (quick game and competition). 30 balls with different power, control, and hook , and three special balls: lightning, bomb, and a ball that splits in two to finish off splits.
Ludo King . Already mentioned in the party section, but it also shines as a classic: Parcheesi + Snakes and Ladders with options for the whole family and themed boards.
More action and arcade with a tactical focus
Because it's not all about pointing and shooting: there's also light strategy and different approaches that work brilliantly on TV. They blend speed with decisiveness.
Crush Your Enemies! A turn-based strategy game with 8-bit aesthetics and irreverent humor. You control an army of foul-mouthed barbarians and manage units, resources, and territories to dominate the board.
Sir Questionnaire . A turn-based hack-and-slash adventure with pixelated graphics: in each room, you decide whether to search for treasure or fight monsters , collecting potions and coins for shops. Progress with secrets and hidden areas.
Slashy Knight . A hybrid between platforming and RPG elements: the character moves continuously and you only choose the direction to overcome obstacles, defeat enemies and upgrade equipment.
Space and gravity: precision jumps
Jumping, fine-tuning boost control, and fuel management: if you enjoy fine-tuning, these are the games for you. They look and feel especially good on TV.
Mars: Mars . You are an astronaut with thrusters that you must use with limited fuel to land smoothly from platform to platform. Simple, elegant, and with a satisfying learning curve. Free with in-app purchases.
To play with a controller or with the remote control itself
Some games are best enjoyed with a controller, while others are surprisingly responsive to the TV remote . Here are a few highlights.
Orbia . Launch your character from circle to circle without touching your opponents. Hundreds of levels, worlds, and characters, vibrant graphics, and a remarkable soundtrack . Plays great with a controller or the included remote. Free with in-app purchases.
Crossy Road . We're including it again in this section because it's the perfect example: even better with a TV remote than a gamepad. Ideal for playing with kids and for quick family challenges.
More proposals that deserve a place on your TV
Here we group titles that complete a balanced and varied catalog, all compatible and recommended for different reasons.
Bridge Constructor Portal (reminder). If you want to think and laugh at the same time, its humor and physics are pure gold. 60 levels with all the flavor of Portal.
GTA: Liberty City Stories (reminder). Open world, adapted controls , and the series' signature freedom. A must-have if you're into sandbox action.
Real Racing 3 and Riptide GP2 (reminder). If you're into graphics and split-screen or online multiplayer, these two will keep you entertained for hours and hours with a very polished feel to the controls.
Zen Pinball (reminder). A free table to start with and beloved licenses. Serious pinball with convincing physics and plenty of additional content.
The Wolf Among Us . A narrative thriller from Telltale set in the DC Fables universe. Decisions, investigation, and a captivating mature story ; it may not have the graphical power of a console on TV, but the genre suits it perfectly.
BombSquad , Badland , Beach Buggy Racing , and Ludo King appear again in this selection for the same reason: they're incredibly fun to play at home with friends . If you could only install four "social" games, they would be clear contenders.
And we close with one that was mentioned earlier: Crashlands for stress-free crafting with unlimited storage, and Thimbleweed Park if you want a point & click game that feels like it just arrived from 1987, in the best possible way.
As you can see, Android TV has a huge catalog: gorgeous platformers, racing games for everyone, action-packed shooters, brilliant puzzles, and adventures with personality . Connect a Bluetooth controller if you can, look for multiplayer mode when you feel like playing, and alternate between free games and the occasional premium gem.
