Strong free games for 13 year olds on Android include Among Us for social play, The Battle of Polytopia and RISK for strategy, and Brain Test for puzzles. Roblox and Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery are rated Teen, which fits this age. Ludo King, Brain Test and Polytopia mention offline play on their listings.
Thirteen is the age Google Play's own help page links to its Teen rating, which it says is generally suitable for ages 13 and up. It's also when a lot of children start choosing games for themselves, and often the ones their friends are playing. That makes it a good moment for a parent to know what's on the phone, without hovering.
I read the Google Play listing of each game on this page, writing down the developer, installs, age rating, the ads and in-app purchases labels and offline wording. All eight list in-app purchases, and Roblox and Polytopia show no Contains ads label.
One game didn't make it. Two Dots came up in my research, but its listing says its optional in-game extras include random items, which works like a loot box, so I've left it out.
Age ratings and labels at a glance
| Game | Developer | Google Play installs | Ads / in-app purchases | Offline wording on the listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ludo King | Gametion | 1B+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | 'No internet connection required!' |
| Roblox for Android | Roblox Corporation | 1B+ | No ads label, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
| Among Us | Innersloth LLC | 500M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
| PK XD: Fun, friends & games | Wildlife Studios | 100M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
| Brain Test: Tricky Puzzles | Unico Studio | 100M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | 'You can play the best games offline' |
| Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery | Jam City, Inc. | 50M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
| RISK: Global Domination | SMG Studio | 10M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
| The Battle of Polytopia | Midjiwan AB | 10M+ | No ads label, in-app purchases | 'Allow offline game play' |
Eight games for a thirteen-year-old
Ludo King
The board game Ludo on a phone, with online games, a Snakes and Ladders mode and an offline mode against the computer or friends on one device. It has more than 1B installs.
Roblox for Android
Roblox is a platform full of games made by its players, from racing to adventure. It's rated Teen and shows no Contains ads label, but it lists in-app purchases.
Among Us
The social deduction game where a crew prepares a spaceship while an impostor sabotages them. You play online or over local Wi-Fi, and it's rated Everyone 10+.
PK XD: Fun, friends & games
An open world where players create an avatar, explore and role-play with others. Its listing describes it as family-friendly, and it's rated Everyone 10+.
Brain Test: Tricky Puzzles
A series of tricky brain teasers that often need you to think sideways. Its listing calls it an offline game, which makes it a good journey pick.
Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery
A story game where you start at Hogwarts, get sorted into a house and make choices that shape your path. It's rated Teen.
RISK: Global Domination
The official digital version of the Hasbro board game, where every decision can shift control of the map. It's rated Everyone 10+.
The Battle of Polytopia
A turn-based civilisation strategy game where you lead a tribe, explore new lands and fight rival tribes. It shows no Contains ads label and says it plays offline.
Social games and how they work
Roblox and PK XD are social games at heart, and that's a big part of why teenagers love them. They're places to hang out with friends as much as games to win. It also means they involve other players, so a quick chat about who your teen plays with goes a long way.
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Strategy and thinking games
RISK rewards planning, patience and the odd bold move. Brain Test is a set of riddles that often need lateral thinking.
For teens who like word puzzles too, these daily word puzzle games make a good five-minute habit.
What the ratings mean at thirteen
- Teen: Roblox and Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery.
- Everyone 10+: Among Us, PK XD, RISK and The Battle of Polytopia.
- Everyone: Ludo King and Brain Test.
- Shop: all eight list in-app purchases, so agree some house rules and switch on approval for in-app purchases.
- Offline: three of the eight mention offline play.
Something with more action
Some thirteen-year-olds want speed and a bit of a fight. These beat em up games, classic and modern are a fun step into arcade action, with a range of styles to suit different tastes.
Keeping it a shared hobby
The easiest way to keep track of games at this age is to play one now and then. Ask for a round of whatever they're playing, and you'll learn more about what they enjoy, and who they play with, than any settings menu can show you.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best games for 13 year olds?
Roblox, RISK and Brain Test are popular choices on Android.
Is Roblox OK for a 13 year old?
Roblox is rated Teen on Google Play, which fits this age, but talk about who they play with.
Which of these games work offline?
Three of the eight mention offline play on their listings.
Why isn't Two Dots on this list?
Its listing says its optional extras include random items, which work like loot boxes, so I left it out.
Do these games have in-app purchases?
Yes. All eight list in-app purchases, so it's worth switching on approval in Google Play.
Is Among Us suitable for a 13 year old?
It's rated Everyone 10+ and can be played online or over local Wi-Fi.
