5 new mobile games to try this week – July 17th, 2025

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  • Merge tokens to defeat enemies across lovely minimalist visuals
  • Calm some culinary chaos based on a real-world restaurant
  • Explore the world of Snow White – but not in the way you might think

Everyone seems to enjoy novel video games! We’re no exception; the thrill of a fresh game that you eagerly anticipate exploring, as the screen starts loading and you step into an uncharted realm, is simply irresistible.

Surely, there are numerous new mobile games available nowadays, and it can be challenging to find the time to search through the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or any other platform for the latest game release. To help you out, we’ve compiled a short list of 5 exciting new mobile games you should consider playing this week. This roundup includes hidden indie gems and well-known AAA titles that are worth your attention.

Let’s get on with it!

1 SNO Snow White

Available on:
iOS + Android
Find out more about SNO Snow White

If you assume SNO Snow White is just another ordinary dress-up game due to its title, you’d be greatly mistaken. This game isn’t what it seems; instead, it’s a thrilling Metroidvania packed with action where you take on the role of an AI war hero. As you navigate through a bizarre sci-fi environment, you’ll have opportunities to change perspectives and solve intriguing puzzles along your journey.

In simpler terms, this game offers a unique blend of experiences where you can transition from solving 3D puzzles to engaging in 2D platforming action. This allows you to explore new paths, uncover hidden mysteries, and unfold the main storyline for approximately 20 hours. Plus, with its mobile-friendly user interface and eye-catching low-poly graphics, you might find that 20 hours of this Snow White-themed game is simply not enough!

2 Shiro’s Kitchen Cruise

Available on: iOS + Android
Find out more about Shiro’s Kitchen Cruise

In what frequency can you find mobile cooking simulations where you manage a restaurant similar to real life? Since Shiro’s Kitchen Cruise was developed in partnership with the chefs from the actual Omote restaurant in Singapore, this authentic culinary journey is truly as real as it gets.

While you’re busy transforming a cruise ship kitchen as a charming bear, you’ll also get the opportunity to cook dishes inspired by authentic recipes from Omote. Dress up and beautify your restaurant to draw in more customers, but remember not everyone will be friendly. Don’t worry though, with clientele such as Lana Del Ray and a tip-happy penguin named Snowball who doesn’t pose a flight risk, everything should go smoothly!

3 Merge Maestro

Available on: iOS + Android + Steam
Find out more about Merge Maestro

In the realm of Merge Maestro, I immerse myself in a captivating puzzle adventure! Here, I tap tokens and combine them to outsmart my adversaries. This minimalist merge puzzler offers not just hundreds, but a plethora of synergies and combinations to explore and experiment with. Although the visuals may seem uncomplicated at first glance, the strategic layers hidden beneath are anything but simplistic.

The roguelike features add excitement as you navigate through six challenge tiers. Surprisingly, the items possess unique abilities; for instance, who would’ve guessed that an Oregano could have 3 Attack points or a Broomstick could grant you +1 Multistrike?

4 Raising Reincarnated SwordMage

Available on: iOS + Android
Find out more about Raising Reincarnated SwordMage

In “Raising Reincarnated Swordmage,” you’ll have the chance to serve cold revenge, reprising your role as the titular swordswoman who’s been resurrected. This game may initially appear to be a typical idle RPG, but it offers a rich narrative spanning 64 chapters of story-driven quests. If you’re seeking auto-battles with a dash of deceit and betrayal, this could very well become your preferred choice.

Battle against once-trusted allies on your quest to vanquish the Demon King, using strategic combat and a diverse array of physical, magical, supportive, and passive abilities to excel in battle. Along your journey, you can enhance your attributes and, as an added bonus, unlock stylish skins to exact your revenge with flair.

5 Blood Line: A Rebel Moon Game

Available on: iOS + Android
Find out more about Blood Line: A Rebel Moon Game

If you’re a fan of Zack Snyder’s sci-fi universe and enjoy expressing your rebellious side, you might find the Blood Line: A Rebel Moon Game worth subscribing to Netflix for. This action-packed online multiplayer game lets you fight against the Motherworld in exciting combat missions, with four different rebel classes to pick from. You’ll also have multiple options to defeat the Imperium.

As you make your way through this blend of twin-stick shooter mechanics and role-playing game customization, you have the option to complete missions either alone or alongside other combatants prior to exploring the world of Krypt. Moreover, it supports gamepad control for an enhanced mobile gaming experience when playing Super Evil Megacorp’s latest creation.

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2025-07-17 09:19