Why this matters

Most casual games on Indian phones are made by global studios — King (UK), Supercell (Finland), Miniclip (Switzerland), SYBO (Denmark). They make great games, but supporting India’s own studios funds the next wave of homegrown talent. The Indian gaming industry employs over 100,000 people in 2026 and is finally producing world-class casual games. Here are the standouts.

The clear winner: Ludo King

Built by Mumbai-based Gametion Technologies, Ludo King is the most-downloaded mobile game from an Indian studio. During the 2020 lockdown it became the most-downloaded game in India of any origin. By 2026 it has 500+ million installs globally.

• Made by Gametion Technologies (Mumbai, India)
• Aktier score: 78/100 (Strong tier)
• App size: ~70 MB
• Player count: 2-6 (online), or pass-and-play
• Modes: Classic Ludo, Snakes & Ladders bonus
• Read our full Ludo King review →

Other made-in-India picks worth playing

Beyond Ludo King, India’s casual gaming scene has produced a handful of well-regarded titles. These aren’t all hits at the global scale, but each has merit:

Bus Simulator Indonesia (technically Indonesian, but India-beloved)

BUSSID is built by Indonesian studio Maleo, but it has become a phenomenon in India due to its huge modding community creating Indian bus liveries (KSRTC, TSRTC, MSRTC) and Indian road maps. While not technically Indian-made, it’s the most India-flavored bus driving game on mobile in 2026.

1. Developer: Maleo Media Kreatif (Indonesia)
2. Indian mod community: thousands of bus skin and route mods
3. Aktier score: 67/100 (Fair tier)
4. App size: ~500 MB
5. Read our BUSSID review →

The Indian indie scene to watch

India’s indie mobile-game scene is growing fast. Studios like nCore Games (FAU-G), Octro (Teen Patti — note: we don’t cover real-money variants), Gametion (Ludo King), and SuperGaming (MaskGun, Battlegrounds Mobile India contracted work) are building infrastructure for a stronger 2027-2028. Several Bengaluru and Pune studios are working on console-quality casual games that may launch in 2026-2027.

What to support if you want to fund Indian gaming

Three simple ways to support Indian-made games:

• Install Ludo King first. It’s the flagship — every install funds Gametion’s next bet on Indian casual gaming.
• Watch for the Indian gaming subsection on Play Store. Google highlights Indian-developed games — discover them via the ‘Made in India’ badge.
• Skip predatory clones. Some apps copy successful global games and market themselves as ‘Indian’. Verify the developer studio location before assuming Indian origin.
• Avoid real-money apps marketed as ‘Indian-made’. Many gambling apps lean on the ‘Indian-made’ angle. Almost none are legitimate — check our guide to spotting fake gambling apps.

Looking ahead to 2027

By 2027, expect more substantial India-made casual games launching globally. The talent pool, the funding, and the local market all support it. For now, Ludo King remains the standard-bearer — a beautifully-built mobile classic that proves India can produce world-leading casual games. Our Top 10 ranking includes both Indian and global picks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular Indian-made mobile game?

Ludo King by Gametion Technologies (Mumbai) is by far the most popular made-in-India mobile game, with over 500 million installs globally. It topped Indian charts during the 2020 lockdown and remains a household favorite in 2026.

Is Free Fire MAX made in India?

No. Free Fire MAX is developed by Garena (Singapore-based, owned by Sea Limited). While popular in India, it is not an Indian-developed game. See our Free Fire MAX review for details.

Are there any Indian-made games on the Aktier Top 10?

Yes. Ludo King (made by Gametion, Mumbai) is in our Top 10 ranking at score 78/100. We expect more Indian-made games to enter the top tiers in 2027 as the local industry matures.

How do I find more Indian-made games on the Play Store?

Open Google Play Store → search ‘Made in India games’ or browse the ‘Made in India’ badge in the games tab. Filter by developer location if you want to be strict about origin.

Are Teen Patti and online rummy apps from Indian studios?

Some are Indian-made (Octro is based in India), but most fall under real-money gaming which we don’t cover at Aktier. These apps require KYC, real-money deposits, and operate under separate state regulations. We strictly recommend only casual versions if they exist.

Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. All game names and trademarks belong to their respective owners. Aktier is an independent editorial site and does not accept payment for editorial coverage.