Amazon Fire Tablets are perfect for a lot of things. Whether it's watching movies or being productive on your device, one thing that kids love most about using a tablet is playing games.
The Amazon Appstore has a lot of great options, but there are also plenty of not-so-great choices. These are the best kids games for Amazon Fire HD tablets, whether for a Fire HD 7, the Fire HD 10 Kids Pro, or other Fire HD tablet, — there's lots of fun to be had.
Minecraft
Minecraft is one of the world's most popular games today, even after its official release in 2011. Since then, the game has expanded onto nearly every platform, including Amazon Fire Tablets. The sheer scope of the game and limitless avenues for creativity makes it a great game for kids to explore and build.
The open world is filled with your imagination in building anything and everything from pixelated-looking block pieces. Depending on which of the four modes you are playing in, the creative process is a bit different. In Survival Mode, you explore the world, looking for various resources needed to build items you want, like structures and weapons. In addition, there are some creatures like zombies and creepers to be aware of.
Creative Mode is there to let you build anything you can imagine with unlimited resources, and no fear of being attacked by the creatures. Adventure mode lets you build worlds for others to explore, or you yourself can wander through other player's creations. The fourth mode is Spectator, where you are free to view creations from others while being invisible.
Minecraft has a social aspect to it, as it can be played with others online, so that's something to keep in mind as your child gets involved. Minecraft has some impressive creations, like full recreations of popular buildings from movies or structures found in the real world. Minecraft can allow anyone to explore their creativity and learn problem-solving skills.
Sonic The Hedgehog 2
Whether your child became a fan of Sonic the Hedgehog from 2020's movie, or because you're a fan of the classic Sega games, it's hard not to love the blue speedster. While the original Sonic the Hedgehog game is available on the Amazon Fire tablet as well, the sequel makes this list because of the extra fun it brings.
In Sonic The Hedgehog 2, we still get plenty of Sonic himself, but we also get the chance to play as two of his buddies in Tails and Knuckles in this reimagining of the original game that was released all the way back in 1992. Speeding through the levels on your tablet to defeat the evil Dr. Eggman is so much fun — one of my son's absolute favorite to play on his Fire Kids tablet.
Sonic The Hedgehog 2 is remastered for mobile so that everything works wonderfully. In addition to ensuring the game plays well, there are also new levels, a Boss Attack mode, and new enemies to battle. Playing this classic Sega game and listening to the fun sounds as you speed around collecting rings and bouncing around is as fun now as it was in 1992.
Subway Surfers
One of the first games my son played on his Fire tablet was Subway Surfers, and after a couple of years, it's still one of his favorites. The fun environments and characters to the prizes and perks that can be earned through gameplay keep the game fresh each time it's played.
Start off playing this endless runner-style game as Jake, running from the trainyards inspector and his dog — Jake's been decorating the train cars. Dashing along the tracks to avoid capture and dodging the trains along the way — you have to jump over and slide under signs while trying to gather coins to earn prizes.
Reaching various score levels and coins collected earns you fun new customizations, accessories like skateboards, and paint-powered jetpacks, along with unlocking new characters Tricky and Fresh. The gameplay is controlled by swiping in up, down, left, and right to move your character around to escape being caught or running into signs.
MouseBotMouseBot
MouseBot is a fun platform game in which you control a robotic mouse-like car through a series of mazes that get more exciting and complicated with each completed attempt. But these are just your typical boring mazes, where you wander around until you find the exit.
During your quest to escape from over 80 different challenges created by the scientists at CatLabs, you'll have to watch out for different obstacles. These roadblocks can take many forms, including lasers, crushing grinders, acid pools, and more.
Aside from trying to escape the maze, you'll also be working to ultimately gain more cheese and clues to gain MouseBot's freedom. This is one of my kids' favorites and provides plenty of fun and entertainment as they use planning, reflexes, and imagination to complete each maze.
Angry Birds Transformers
Merging the fun characters from Angry Birds games with exciting and classic characters of the Transformers universe results in an all-new game style to the Angry Birds franchise.
Breaking from the recognizable aim and slingshot gameplay of the past, Angry Birds Transformers is an action-packed game that keeps familiar elements from the original games and melds it with a new style for a game that keeps you ready for more.
Eggs on Piggy Island have been transformed into crazy evil robots by the Eggspark that is demolishing the island, and the only hope to save it are the Autobirds. With Red as Optimus Prime, Chuck as Bumblebee, and many more, you'll blast away in a side-scrolling 3D battle to save everyone from the Deceptihogs.
You'll be able to transform into cars, trucks, planes, and even a tank to avoid being crushed by falling debris. As you gain new heroes and battle new baddies, there's the opportunity to unlock upgrades for your character's weapons and abilities. So, fuel up because it's time to ROLL OUT!
Wild Kratts World Adventure
Wild Kratts World Adventure is a game that is fun to play and is full of amazing animal facts. Like the TV show, the Kratt Brothers are here to keep you on the creature trail while you play and learn about creature powers through 60 different levels.
With so much to explore and learn, there's excitement at every turn. Playing through six different Creature Power games, like climbing with a spider monkey, tapping with woodpeckers, swimming with dolphins, and so much more, your child will find new animal facts while having fun. There's so much to learn with over 120 stickers and Wow Facts to be found throughout the game.
Designed with children age 4-8 in mind, the interactive game allows them to tap and tilt the Fire tablet to navigate the animal worlds. Along with all of the fun learning and playing experiences, there are also creating opportunities to be found. For example, kids can create their own creature power selfies using the camera on the tablet and merging it with the animals in the game.
MARVEL Strike Force
Earth is under attack, and it will take the entire Marvel universe to save it. But, by teaming up the most powerful Super Heroes and Super Villians, there might be a chance at victory. This game is full of all of our favorite characters ready to pair up using each one's unique abilities to fight off the evil threatening Earth.
Console-like graphics on tablets like the Fire HD 10 Kids Pro combine with cinematic gameplay to immerse you in the MARVEL world as you assemble your squad for each battle. By strategically picking which characters to pair up to best utilize their powers, defeating the enemy is assured. As you progress through the game, you'll be able to upgrade your Super Heroes and Super-Villains to prepare for the ultimate test.
With characters like Iron Man, Groot, Venom, Loki, and so many more at your disposal to create the best team possible — Earth's enemies won't stand a chance. The battle awaits. Build your squad and prepare for action!
Disney Magic Kingdoms: Build Your Own Magical Park
Disney fans of all ages will love this game where you are the center of the park, and the Magic Kingdom is at your fingertips. With characters spanning over 90 years of Disney and some of the most beloved attractions from the real parks, the only limitation is your imagination.
You can collect over 200 of the most popular Disney, Pixar, and Star Wars characters. Explore over 1,500 exciting quests with Ariel, Moana, Ralph, Dumbo, R2-D2, and so many more. Include all of your favorite characters in the park that you get to design. With over 170 attractions to choose from, like Space Mountain and the Haunted Manion, you can decorate your park any way you choose. Even host the fan-favorite parade with fireworks!
A Disney adventure wouldn't be complete without a villain to defeat. So keep your park safe from Maleficent and her evil curse, battle against Ursula, Scar, and more. The game is regularly updated with new attractions, characters, and events, so your imagination never has to slow down.
Beach Buggy Racing 2
Beach Buggy Racing 2 brings racing excitement to a fun new game with winding tracks and helpful powerups. But you aren't alone in the race; you get to build your racing team, upgrade your ride, and battle across tracks with dragons, pirates, aliens, and more.
There are over 40 different cars to pick from in your quest to win the Beach Buggy Racing League championship. Find powerups along your races to give your team the edge with options like chain lightning, donut tires, killer bees, and more.
Aside from racing, new game modes offer daily drifting and obstacle course challenges to keep things fresh and exciting. So, hop in your ride, customize the look, and be ready to power up and hit the beach.
Crossy Road
A simple game that is perfect for kids of all ages, Crossy Road takes the formula that made Frogger so popular and dresses it up in a visually appealing art style. Players have to navigate a character across the road by tapping the screen, dodging traffic and various other obstacles in order to get as far as possible while attempting to improve on high scores.
Players are also rewarded more the further they get, and can unlock new characters as they progress. It's a simple gameplay loop that kids will be easily hooked on, and the cartoonish visuals, and overall simplicity of the game make it one that parents can feel comfortable letting their kids play. Plus, it's free to play!
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Amazon Fire HD tablets are a great way to get your kids gaming, with a bigger screen than a phone and a whole range of excellent titles. One of the most recommendable games on this list is Minecraft, one of the most popular titles in the world, and for good reason. It's simple to learn building mechanics, which can easily draw you in, but its learning curve and depth can keep any creative child invested for a long time.
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a timeless classic and another of the best titles on this list. The mobile remaster means that it will look far better on an Amazon Fire HD tablet than it did when originally released, and the added mode makes it more worthwhile than ever before. It's also a game that the parents can get nostalgic about while the kids play, an added bonus.
Each game on this list is extremely recommendable, though, and can offer your child a great taste of gaming on a bigger screen. While some games available on the store could be unsuitable, we think these are among the best that the Amazon store has to offer and will give your child hours of enjoyment.
