[Community](https://developer.android.com/blog/categories/community) # Meet the class of 2026 for the Google Play Apps Accelerator 1 min read ![](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/Meet_The_Class_2_bb4f1ec5bd_1p33OW.webp) 25 Mar 2026 [![View Robbie McLachlan's profile](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/Robbie_280bd4586c_Z1oApYQ.webp)](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/robbie-mclachlan) [Robbie McLachlan](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/robbie-mclachlan) Brand Marketing Manager , Developer Marketing The wait is over! We are incredibly excited to share the [Google Play Apps Accelerator](https://rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/play-apps-accelerator) class of 2026. We've handpicked a group of high-potential studios from across the globe to embark on a 12-week journey designed to supercharge their success. Here's what's in store for the program's first ever class: - Curated learning: virtual masterclasses and workshops led by industry trailblazers. - Guidance \& mentorship: 1-to-1 sessions covering everything from technical scaling to leadership. - Direct access: exclusive sessions with experts from Google and the world's top studios. Without further ado, join us in congratulating them! ![APPSACC_Socials_ClassOf 2026.gif](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/APPSACC_Socials_Class_Of_2026_e1f81c6f58_Z2aDGE6.webp) ### Google Play Apps Accelerator \| Class of 2026 |---|---|---| | ***Americas*** *Anytune* *AstroVeda* *BetterYou* *Changed* *Focus Forge* *Human Program* *Know Your Lemons* *kweliTV* *Language Innovation* *Matraquinha* *MR ROCCO* *MUU nutrition* *NKENNE* *Skarvo* *Starcrossed* *Wishfinity* | ***Asia Pacific*** *Human Health* *Kitakuji* *Lazy Surfers* *Mellers Tech* *Reehee Company* | ***Europe, Middle East \& Africa*** *cabuu* *Class54 Education* *Digital Garden* *EverPixel* *Geolives* *HelloMind* *ifal* *Idea Accelerator* *Maposcope* *Ochy* *Picastro* *Pixelbite* *Record Scanner* *Talkao* *unorderly* *Xeropan International* | Congratulations again to all the founders selected, we can't wait to see your apps grow on our platform. The Google Play Apps Accelerator is part of our mission to help businesses of all sizes grow on Google Play and reach their full potential. [Discover more](https://play.google.com/console/about/programs/) about Google Play's programs, resources and tools. 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