The survival genre has exploded in recent years, flooding the Play Store with countless options. To help you navigate this vast landscape, we've compiled a list of the best Android survival games, offering a diverse range from sci-fi adventures to pixelated zombie escapades.
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The Best Android Survival Games
ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition

Experience the prehistoric world of ARK on your Android device! This open-world survival game throws you onto a mysterious island teeming with dinosaurs. Tame the beasts, conquer the terrain, or… well, you could always hide in the bushes until a T-Rex finds you. The choice is yours!
Don’t Starve: Pocket Edition

Dive into a gothic survival experience on a treacherous island. Crafting, building, and combat are essential for survival. And, of course, don't forget the most crucial task: don't starve!
Terraria

Embark on a massive side-scrolling adventure filled with digging, building, and exploration. Terraria offers countless hours of gameplay and a thriving community.
Crashlands

This sci-fi twist on the survival genre has you crash-landing on an alien planet. Your mission? Scavenge for parts to repair your ship. It's easier said than done, but the humorous storyline adds a delightful touch to the crafting and scavenging gameplay.
Minecraft

A survival giant, Minecraft’s blocky sandbox offers limitless worlds and possibilities. While survival is a core element, you can also switch to creative mode for a blank canvas and endless building potential. Just watch out for those creepers!
Northgard

This Viking-themed adventure blends strategy and survival. Establish a new home on a mysterious island, choosing from various clans, battling beasts, and enduring harsh winters.
Radiation Island

In this first-person shooter, fight for survival on a radiation-polluted island. The challenging gameplay opens up to a rich and expansive experience as you progress.
Out There

Explore the vastness of space in this space-faring survival game. Running out of oxygen is a very real threat, but the exciting discoveries and encounters with strange alien races make it a thrilling ride.
60 Seconds! Reatomized

Doomsday has arrived! Luckily, your preparation paid off – you have a fallout shelter. But you only have 60 seconds! Your choices in those critical moments, and who (or what) you take with you, will determine your fate after the nuclear apocalypse. The Reatomized edition includes all the original content plus a wealth of new additions.
Looking for more great games? Check out our list of the best Android party games!